Brand Comparison

RoC vs EasyDew

A head-to-head comparison of two popular K-beauty brands. Which one is right for your skin?

Our Pick

RoC

Higher editor rating (9 vs 8.7)

RoC EasyDew

Rating9/108.7/10

Price RangeMid-Range ($$)Premium ($$$)

Founded19572008

OriginFranceSouth Korea

Products42

Best ForMature, Combo, DryMature, Dry, normal

PhilosophyThe pioneer of retinol in skincare — 60+ years of vitamin A sciencePharmaceutical-grade EGF, made gentle.

RoC

Literally invented retinol skincare in the 1960s. The OG retinol brand with more clinical data than anyone.

Pros

✓ Pioneered retinol in skincare
✓ 60+ years of retinol research
✓ Clinically proven formulas
✓ Accessible pricing

Cons

✗ Some formulas feel dated
✗ Contains fragrance
✗ Packaging not luxurious

EasyDew

EasyDew is built on real medical chemistry — the brand was founded by Daewoong Pharmaceutical and uses pharmaceutical-grade EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor), an ingredient most OTC skincare can't legally formulate with at this concentration. Olive Young named them their #1 'slow aging' brand in 2025, and Marie Claire flagged them as one of the K-beauty brands to watch.

Pros