Elemis Pro-Collagen Neck and Decollete Balm

Elemis Pro-Collagen Neck and Decollete Balm
5.4
/ 10
Moisturizing
9.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
1.7 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using Elemis Pro-Collagen Neck and Decollete Balm:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Elemis Pro-Collagen Neck and Decollete Balm:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.4 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Elemis Pro-Collagen Neck and Decollete Balm has a moisturizing rating of 5.4 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 1.7 out of 10 and a very high humectancy of 9.0 out of 10, entirely due to the high content of Glycerin (est. ≈9.0%).

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
Water
9
Glycerin
6
Methylsilanol Mannuronate
3
Pullulan
2.9
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
2.5
Nylon-12
1
Phenoxyethanol
1
Acrylates/Vinyl Isodecanoate Crosspolymer
0.3
Chlorphenesin
0.3
Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract
0.3
Fragrance
0.3
Cyathea Cumingii Leaf Extract
0.3
Arachidyl Alcohol
0.3
Virola Surinamensis Seed Butter
0.3
Behenyl Alcohol
0.3
Arachidyl Glucoside
0.3
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
0.3
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde
0.3
Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract
0.3
Acacia Decurrens Flower Extract
0.3
Xanthan Gum
0.3
Glyceryl Caprylate
0.3
Potassium Sorbate
0.3
Levulinic Acid
0.3
Cinnamic Acid
0.3
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
0.3
Sorbic Acid
0.3
Linalool
0.3
Citronellol
0.3
Cuminum Cyminum (Cumin) Seed Oil
0.3
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil
0.3
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
0.3
Limonene
0.3
Sodium Hydroxide
0.3
Sodium Levulinate
Est. %
Water
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Glycerin
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Methylsilanol Mannuronate
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Pullulan
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Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
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Nylon-12
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Phenoxyethanol
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Acrylates/Vinyl Isodecanoate Crosspolymer
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Chlorphenesin
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Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract
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Fragrance
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Cyathea Cumingii Leaf Extract
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Arachidyl Alcohol
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Virola Surinamensis Seed Butter
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Behenyl Alcohol
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Arachidyl Glucoside
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Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
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Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
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Tocopherol
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Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde
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Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract
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Acacia Decurrens Flower Extract
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Xanthan Gum
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Glyceryl Caprylate
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Potassium Sorbate
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Levulinic Acid
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Cinnamic Acid
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Butylphenyl Methylpropional
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Sorbic Acid
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Linalool
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Citronellol
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Cuminum Cyminum (Cumin) Seed Oil
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Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
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Limonene
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Sodium Hydroxide
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Sodium Levulinate
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Ratings

All humectants
9.0
9
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
3.5
2.9
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 9 10
9.0
9
Occlusivity All occlusives 3.5 20
1.7
2.9
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
9
All humectants 9 10
9
All humectants
9.0
9
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
2.9
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 3.5 20
1.7
All occlusives
3.5
2.9
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 0.6 3 No
All antioxidants
0.6
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
All soothing 0.3 5 No
All soothing
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Glycerin
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Methylsilanol Mannuronate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Methylsilanol MannuronateDescription is coming soon
Pullulan
Est. %3
Function
Origin
PullulanDescription is coming soon
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Est. %2.9
Function
Origin
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil extracted from macadamia nuts. It is clear and pale yellow with a pleasant nutty aroma and contains oleic and palmitoleic fatty acids, tocopherols, phytosterols, squalene, and polyphenols.
Nylon-12
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Nylon-12A synthetic powdered ingredient that imparts unique sensorial characteristics due to its microsphere structure. It can also control viscosity by bulking up the oil phase of a skincare product.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
Acrylates/Vinyl Isodecanoate Crosspolymer
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Acrylates/Vinyl Isodecanoate CrosspolymerDescription is coming soon
Chlorphenesin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
ChlorphenesinA preservative and broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent that protects products from a wide range of bacteria and fungi.
Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Padina Pavonica Thallus ExtractDerived from small brown marine algae, this soothing extract is rich in minerals, proteins, essential amino acids, carotenoids, and gel-forming polysaccharides called alginates.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.
Cyathea Cumingii Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cyathea Cumingii Leaf ExtractDescription is coming soon
Arachidyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Arachidyl AlcoholA non-drying fatty alcohol that functions as an emollient, emulsion stabilizer, and viscosity controlling agent. It also produces a mattifying effect when applied in a skincare product onto the skin.
Virola Surinamensis Seed Butter
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Virola Surinamensis Seed ButterDescription is coming soon
Behenyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Behenyl AlcoholA fatty alcohol with emollient properties. It is used as a co-emulsifier and thickener and tends to result in a product with a smooth and creamy application texture.
Arachidyl Glucoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Arachidyl GlucosideA mild cleanser and emulsifier that helps oil and water to mix and form emulsions.
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chlorella Vulgaris ExtractA dried mass of tiny, single-cell green algae. It is widely used as a food source or dietary supplement since it is rich in proteins, amino acids, minerals, and vitamins. This dark green extract is used as an antioxidant agent in skincare.
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit OilDescription is coming soon
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene CarboxaldehydeA synthetic fragrance with a scent similar to that of Lily of the Valley. It is on the list of allergens according to the International Fragrance Association (IFRA), which means that its use should be restricted to minimize potential reactions.
Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosa Centifolia Flower ExtractDerived from the Provence or cabbage rose, this extract contains a fragrant rose essential oil and astringent tannins.
Acacia Decurrens Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acacia Decurrens Flower ExtractDescription is coming soon
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Glyceryl Caprylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl CaprylateA waxy solid derived from vegetable oils that has emollient and emulsifying properties. It is also known to boost the efficacy of organic acid preservatives by destabilizing the microbe's cell membrane.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium SorbateA preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.
Levulinic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Levulinic AcidLevulinic acid can be found in both natural and processed foods, such as Chinese quince, papaya, rice, sake, and wheaten bread. It is manufactured from starch by chemical processes and is used as a masking ingredient. It is also claimed by the manufacturer to have a good bactericidal efficacy.
Cinnamic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cinnamic AcidDescription is coming soon
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Butylphenyl MethylpropionalA synthetic fragrance ingredient used to recreate the scent of lilies, this ingredient also features fresh, green, and powdery notes. Butylphenyl Methylpropional was recently labeled as Toxic to Reproduction in the EU and will be banned in 2022.
Sorbic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sorbic AcidAn organic acid that can be naturally found in the berries of the Mountain ash, although it is manufactured synthetically for skincare purposes. It is used as a preservative and antimicrobial agent, protecting a skincare product from spoiling.
Linalool
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LinaloolA fragrant, volatile compound naturally present in many essential oils. It has a pleasant scent and is often used in skincare products as a fragrance. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Citronellol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CitronellolA fragrant compound found naturally in many essential oils (mainly lemongrass). It can have a lemon or a rose scent. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid products with citronellol, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Cuminum Cyminum (Cumin) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cuminum Cyminum (Cumin) Seed OilDescription is coming soon
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cedrus Atlantica Bark OilDescription is coming soon
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel OilA fragrant essential oil extracted from the rind or peel of a lemon. It is mainly comprised of limonene (up to 70%) and has a fresh, citrusy scent. Lemon peel oil may cause a sun-induced skin rash in people with a sensitivity towards citrus fruits.
Limonene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LimoneneOne of the most used fragrances in skincare products. It is produced from the peels of citrus fruits and has a fresh, pleasant, citrusy smell. People who are sensitive to citrus should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hydroxide

An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.

Sodium Levulinate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium LevulinateA sodium salt of levulinic acid that is used as an antimicrobial and preservative agent, inhibiting the growth of harmful bacteria in a product.