Sensitive Skin 101

Sensitive skin doesn't mean you have to avoid clinically tested skincare—it simply means being more intentional about your routine. A gentle cleanser, consistent hydration, daily SPF, and thoughtfully chosen ingredients can help skin look healthier, more balanced, and more comfortable over time.

Whether you're looking for fragrance-free formulas or wondering which ingredients are best for sensitive-looking skin, here's how to build a routine that supports your skin without overcomplicating it.

Sensitive skin can respond more readily to environmental factors, skincare products, or changes in routine. People with sensitive skin may experience temporary redness, dryness, or feelings of discomfort, and may look for products formulated with their skin’s needs in mind.

The good news is that a simple, consistent routine can help support skin while still allowing you to enjoy effective skincare ingredients.

When skin feels more reactive than usual, it's often best to focus on the essentials before adding targeted treatments.

A balanced routine should include:

• A gentle cleanser that removes dirt, oil, and makeup without leaving skin feeling stripped.
• A moisturizer that helps replenish hydration and support the skin's moisture barrier.
• Broad-spectrum SPF every morning to help protect skin from daily UV exposure.
• Introducing new products gradually, especially formulas containing high performance ingredients.

Keeping your routine consistent can help skin look smoother, healthier, and more balanced.

Fragrance isn't inherently something everyone needs to avoid, but many people with sensitive skin prefer fragrance-free formulas—especially when introducing new products or building a simple skincare routine.

Choosing fragrance-free products can help streamline your routine and make it easier to identify which products work best for your skin.

RoC offers several fragrance-free options designed with sensitive skin in mind:

• Barrier Renew® Gel-To-Foam Cleanser gently cleanses while hydrating and helping skin feel balanced.
• Barrier Renew® AM Moisturizer SPF 30 delivers lightweight hydration and daily sun protection without fragrance or a white cast.
• Barrier Renew® PM Moisturizer helps hydrate and support the skin's moisture barrier overnight.
• Hydration+ Serum Stick provides convenient, on-the-go hydration in a fragrance-free formula.
• RETINOL CORREXION® Line Smoothing Max Hydration Cream Fragrance Free combines Clinical Retinol and Hyaluronic Acid in a fragrance-free moisturizer designed to visibly smooth skin with continued use.

Understanding the ingredients in your skincare can help you build a routine with confidence.

Several RoC formulas feature ingredients known for helping skin feel hydrated and supported, including:

• Ceramides to help support the skin's moisture barrier.
• Glycerin to attract and retain moisture for lasting hydration.
• Green Tea to help soothe the look of skin.
• Prebiotics to help support a healthy-looking skin barrier.
• Hyaluronic Acid to deliver lightweight hydration that helps skin appear smoother and plumper.
• Peptides to help improve the appearance of smoother, healthier-looking skin.

Together, these ingredients help create formulas that prioritize hydration and barrier support while fitting easily into a sensitive skin routine.

Step 1: Cleanse

Start with Barrier Renew® Gel-To-Foam Cleanser. Massage 2–3 pumps onto damp skin for 30–60 seconds before rinsing thoroughly.

Step 2: Protect

Apply Barrier Renew® AM Moisturizer SPF 30 generously 15 minutes before sun exposure and reapply every two hours as needed.

Step 1: Cleanse

Wash away the day with Barrier Renew® Gel-To-Foam Cleanser.

Step 2: Hydrate the Eye Area

Apply Hydration+ Eye Cream around the eyes to help replenish moisture.

Step 3: Boost Hydration

Glide Hydration+ Serum Stick across the face for lightweight, long-lasting hydration.

Step 4: Moisturize

Finish with Barrier Renew® PM Moisturizer to help replenish moisture and support the skin's barrier overnight.