Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Moisturizing
- Anti-aging
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 7
Key actives
Product Summary
Based on the ingredient list, "ELEMIS - Pro-Collagen Night Cream" can work well for skin moisturization. As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Humectants in this product (hexapeptide-9, glycerin, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer and butylene glycol) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (persea gratissima oil, phytosterols, butyrospermum parkii butter, cetyl alcohol and ethylhexyl palmitate) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (hexapeptide-9 0.30% - 0.55%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
Irritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
What our users say
Based on 1 review 100% recommend this product- When it comes to comedogenicity, the reviewer found that it does not clog pores.
Price
The product retails for 102.00$ in the United States and from 92.00£ up to 752.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Works for
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Pro-Collagen Night Cream
Source: From product name
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: butyrospermum parkii butter, persea gratissima oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: hexapeptide-9
Lipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
Might help to soften the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence in missing
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
Skin Type Targeting Fine Lines & Wrinkles Dehydration Lack of Firmness The Good Stuff Cruelty Free Paraben Free Silicone Free Suitable for Pregnancy Sulphate Free Rejuvenate skin overnight with Elemis Pro-Collagen Night Cream.
Source: SpaceNK
This product contains hexapeptide-9. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing | |
| Anti-aging |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 87/100.
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Potential irritants
Comedogenic ingredients
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Key Actives
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
Lipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function
Potential irritants
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant benefits but research on effectiveness in skin is lacking
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
A fragrance. Can be irritating
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
Lipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
Comedogenic ingredients
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
Might help to soften the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence in missing
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
All ingredients
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
Might help to soften the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence in missing
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant benefits but research on effectiveness in skin is lacking
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
Helps to create a nice product texture and spread the product more easily on the skin
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
Lipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
A fragrance. Can be irritating
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
Ingredient list view
Water, Glyceryl stearate se, Glycerin, Isononyl isononanoate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Lauryl laurate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Ethyl macadamiate, Propylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Oryza sativa starch, Laminaria digitata extract, Persea gratissima oil, Sesamum indicum oil unsaponifiables, Triticum vulgare germ oil unsaponifiables, Padina pavonica thallus extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Acacia decurrens flower extract, Rosa damascena flower oil, Hexapeptide-9, Phenoxyethanol, Cetyl alcohol, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Sodium polyacrylate, Parfum, Butylene glycol, Chlorphenesin, Glyceryl polyacrylate, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Phytosterols, Sodium dehydroacetate, Disodium edta, Olea europaea fruit oil, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde, Linalool, Citronellol, Tocopherol, Limonene, Geraniol, Cedrus atlantica bark oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Citrus aurantifolia peel extract, Malic acid, Tocopheryl acetate, Tocopherol, Citric acid
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- Final Report of the Safety Assessment of Acacia Catechu Gum, Acacia Concinna Fruit Extract, Acacia Dealbata Leaf Extract, Acacia Dealbata Leaf Wax, Acacia Decurrens Extract, Acacia Farnesiana Extract, Acacia Farnesiana Flower Wax, Acacia Farnesiana Gum, Acacia Senegal Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum, and Acacia Senegal Gum Extract1
- Annex I: Clinical evidence regarding sensitisation to individual fragrance chemicals and to natural extracts
- 4 Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Dehydroacetate and Dehydroacetic Acid