Elemis Pro-Collagen Super Serum Elixir

Elemis Pro-Collagen Super Serum Elixir
6.6
/ 10
Moisturizing
3.3 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers

Review

Results you may expect from using Elemis Pro-Collagen Super Serum Elixir:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Elemis Pro-Collagen Super Serum Elixir:

  • Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 6.6 out of 10.
  • Soothing: Elemis Pro-Collagen Super Serum Elixir contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.

How moisturizing is it?

Highly moisturizing: Elemis Pro-Collagen Super Serum Elixir has a moisturizing rating of 6.6 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more occlusive. It has a moderate humectancy of 3.3 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Propanediol (est. ≈2.0%), and a maximum occlusivity of 10 out of 10, mainly due to the high content of Camelina Sativa Seed Oil (est. ≈22.0%) and Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil (est. ≈4.0%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Elemis Pro-Collagen Super Serum Elixir has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, an ingredient marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, this ingredient does not generate the anti-wrinkle rating.

Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, could deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Skin soothing

Based on the ingredient list analysis, Elemis Pro-Collagen Super Serum Elixir is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Camelina Sativa Seed Oil (est. ≈22.0%).

When applied to the skin, compounds of soothing ingredients, such as triglycerides, phospholipids, fatty acids, phenolic compounds, and antioxidants, work together to soothe the skin through various mechanisms: reducing inflammation, promoting wound healing, repairing the skin barrier, and providing antimicrobial and antioxidant activities.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
40
Isononyl Isononanoate
22
Camelina Sativa Seed Oil
11
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
6
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
4
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
3
Water
2
Propanediol
1.5
Di-C20-40 Alkyl Dimer Dilinoleate
1
Glycerin
0.3
Fragrance
0.3
Sorbitan Stearate
0.3
Chlorphenesin
0.3
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
0.3
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
0.3
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
0.3
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Anogeissus Leiocarpa Bark Extract
0.3
Sodium Dehydroacetate
0.3
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
0.3
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Linalool
0.3
Citronellol
0.3
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
0.3
Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
0.3
Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Bud Oil
0.3
Phytosterols
0.3
Limonene
0.3
Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract
0.3
Hydroxycitronellal
0.3
Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract
0.3
Geraniol
0.3
Benzyl Alcohol
0.3
Eugenol
0.3
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
Est. %
Isononyl Isononanoate
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Camelina Sativa Seed Oil
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C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
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Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
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Water
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Propanediol
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Di-C20-40 Alkyl Dimer Dilinoleate
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Glycerin
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Fragrance
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Sorbitan Stearate
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Chlorphenesin
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
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Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
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Tocopherol
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Anogeissus Leiocarpa Bark Extract
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Sodium Dehydroacetate
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
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Phenoxyethanol
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Linalool
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Citronellol
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Butylphenyl Methylpropional
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Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
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Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Bud Oil
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Phytosterols
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Limonene
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Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract
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Hydroxycitronellal
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Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract
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Geraniol
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Benzyl Alcohol
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Eugenol
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Ratings

All humectants
3.3
2
1
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
28.7
22.0
4.0
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
6.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 3.3 10
3.3
2
1
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 28.7 20
10.0
22.0
4.0
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
6.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
2
1
0.3
All humectants 3.3 10
3.3
All humectants
3.3
2
1
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
22
4
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 28.7 20
10.0
All occlusives
28.7
22.0
4.0
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 1.2 3 No
All antioxidants
1.2
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
0.3
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Phytosterols
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
22
0.3
All soothing 22.3 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
22.3
22
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Isononyl Isononanoate
Est. %40
Function
Origin
Isononyl IsononanoateAn ester of a branched fatty acid with a branched fatty alcohol. It is an easily spreadable emollient that has a silky, dry, non-greasy feel on the skin.
Camelina Sativa Seed Oil
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Camelina Sativa Seed OilAn oil expressed from wild flax seeds. It is a good base oil due to its moisturizing (occlusive) and emollient properties, its fatty acid composition, and its high content of antioxidants.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Est. %11
Function
Origin
C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA synthetic emollient ester. It works to improve the appearance of the skin by filling in the microcracks on the surface, thereby making the skin appear softer and smoother. It imparts a lightweight, velvety feel.
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Methyl Methacrylate CrosspolymerA synthetic ingredient that is used for bulking, film-forming, and controlling viscosity. It can absorb large amounts of water and oil and creates a network for other ingredients to live in.
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) OilAn emollient and occlusive oil derived from sweet almonds. It has a favorable fatty acid composition (mainly oleic and linoleic acids), and a high content of vitamin E. Almond oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Water
Est. %3
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.
Propanediol
Est. %2
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Di-C20-40 Alkyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Di-C20-40 Alkyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Glycerin
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

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.
Sorbitan Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sorbitan StearateA vegetable-derived ingredient most commonly used as an emulsifier to stabilize water and oil mixtures.
Chlorphenesin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
ChlorphenesinA preservative and broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent that protects products from a wide range of bacteria and fungi.
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilA liquid plant wax, also known as Jojoba oil, pressed from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis. These seeds can contain up to 50% of liquid wax. It is used as an occlusive moisturizer, emollient, and emulsifier.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA natural occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient, it is a blend of glycerin and two fatty acids, caprylic and capric acid. It creates an oil-based protective layer on the skin, thereby preventing water loss.
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidA smaller-molecule version of the regular hyaluronic acid. It is a powerful humectant that absorbs into the skin and offers moisturizing, smoothing, and anti-wrinkle effects. It is also slightly anti-inflammatory and displays subtle antioxidant properties.
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.
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.

Anogeissus Leiocarpa Bark Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Anogeissus Leiocarpa Bark Extract
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium DehydroacetateA sodium salt of dehydroacetic acid that is most commonly used as a preservative. It is a strong fungicide and a moderate bactericide, which makes it an effective broad-spectrum preservative.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilA fatty oil expressed from sunflower seeds and one of the most commonly used oils in skincare. It has great emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Sunflower oil is one of the richest sources of vitamin E – an important skin antioxidant.
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydroxypropyl CyclodextrinA white crystalline powder that can reduce odors coming from other ingredients in a product.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
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.
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.
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.
Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cananga Odorata Flower OilA fragrant essential oil obtained from the flowers of the tropical ylang-ylang tree. It is a popular ingredient in skincare, as well as in aromatherapy, perfumes, and the food industry for its sweet, floral, slightly fruity, jasmine-like scent.
Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Bud Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Bud OilAn essential oil obtained from clove flower buds. A fragrant compound called eugenol is responsible for its sweet and earthy aroma.
Phytosterols
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhytosterolsA plant-based version of cholesterol that is used for its emollient properties in skincare. The richest sources of phytosterols are corn, rapeseed, and wheat germ oil.
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.
Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract
Hydroxycitronellal
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
HydroxycitronellalA fragrant compound with a scent reminiscent of lilies and sweet tropical melon. It can be found in many different essential oils (such as palmarosa, ylang-ylang, and lemongrass essential oil) but is manufactured synthetically from citronellal.
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.
Geraniol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
GeraniolA fragrant, volatile, plant-based, liquid chemical that can be naturally found in many essential oils (specifically rose, palmarosa, citronella). It has a rose-like scent. It is a potential irritant and may cause an allergic reaction in some people.
Benzyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benzyl AlcoholA multifunctional ingredient that is supplied as a clear, colorless liquid. Its main function is as a flavoring agent and fragrance. It also acts as a broad-spectrum preservative, solvent, and viscosity-controlling agent that thins the product.
Eugenol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
EugenolA fragrant liquid that can be found naturally in the essential oils derived from cloves, cinnamon, basil, and bay leaf. It has a spicy and warm scent. People with sensitive skin should consider doing a patch test first, as it is a potential irritant.
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38

A small synthetic peptide that increases the production of collagen, fibronectin, and hyaluronic acid in the skin. It has also been shown to reduce wrinkles in combination with other anti-aging ingredients.