Works for
MoisturizingHexapeptide-9, Glyceryl stearate se + 18 moreWorks well
“Combining natural, active ingredients with cutting-edge technological processes, Elemis have developed a one-cream-suits-all that rebalances as it hydrates, nourishes without smothering combination complexions and encourages cell renewal whilst repairing signs of damage.”
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:
algae extract, glycerin.
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, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: hexapeptide-9
Anti-agingHexapeptide-9, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 4 moreMay help
“Harnessing the potent anti-ageing properties of algae-derived padina pavonica, this lightweight yet heavy-hitting cream sinks in beautifully (no more greasy pillowcases) where it sets straight to work; brightening, plumping and tightening skin so you wake up glowing and eager to show off your new found radiance.”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Rosa damascena flower oil, Parfum + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic8 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale8 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glyceryl stearate se~4.7–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seGlycerin~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinIsononyl isononanoate~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateEthylhexyl palmitate~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateLauryl laurate~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Lauryl laurateButyrospermum parkii butter~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
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
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterEthyl macadamiate~1.4–1.7%
Propylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilOryza sativa starch~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Laminaria digitata extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
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
More about Laminaria digitata extractPersea gratissima oil~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilSesamum indicum oil unsaponifiables~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Triticum vulgare germ oil unsaponifiables~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Padina pavonica thallus extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Might help to soften the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence in missing
More about Padina pavonica thallus extractAlgae extract~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractAcacia decurrens flower extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant benefits but research on effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Acacia decurrens flower extractRosa damascena flower oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilHexapeptide-9~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Hexapeptide-9Phenoxyethanol~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCetyl alcohol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholPotassium cetyl phosphate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateSodium polyacrylate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateParfum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumButylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Butylene glycolChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Glyceryl polyacrylate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to create a nice product texture and spread the product more easily on the skin
More about Glyceryl polyacrylateGlyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
More about Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerPhytosterols~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Lipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function
More about PhytosterolsSodium dehydroacetate~0.25–0.45%
Disodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Olea europaea fruit oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilSorbitan oleate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateHydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehydeLinalool~0.2–0.4%
Citronellol~0.2–0.4%
Tocopherol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolLimonene~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGeraniol~0.2–0.4%
Cedrus atlantica bark oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus paradisi peel oil~0.2–0.35%
Citrus aurantifolia peel extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Malic acid~0.2–0.35%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Tocopheryl acetateMannitol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MannitolSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.3%
Ascorbyl palmitate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateCitric acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDiatomaceous earth~0.2–0.35%
Zinc sulfate~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glyceryl stearate se, Glycerin, Isononyl isononanoate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Lauryl laurate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Ethyl macadamiate, Propylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Oryza sativa starch, Laminaria digitata extract, Persea gratissima oil, Sesamum indicum oil unsaponifiables, Triticum vulgare germ oil unsaponifiables, Padina pavonica thallus extract, Algae 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, Sorbitan oleate, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde, Linalool, Citronellol, Tocopherol, Limonene, Geraniol, Cedrus atlantica bark oil, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Citrus aurantifolia peel extract, Malic acid, Tocopheryl acetate, Mannitol, Sodium hydroxide, Ascorbyl palmitate, Citric acid, Diatomaceous earth, Zinc sulfate
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| ELEMISPro-Collagen Oxygenating Night CreamYOUR PRODUCT | HeimishBlack Rose Hydra Plumping Sorbet Cream | VT CosmeticsCica Collagen Cream | BentonSnail Bee Ultimate Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 55% | 55% | 55% |
| Price | $162.00 | $19.97−$142.03 | $16.80−$145.20 | $17.83−$144.17 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 3 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Tripeptide-1 | Hexapeptide-11 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"ELEMIS - Pro-Collagen Oxygenating Night Cream" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Humectants in this product (hexapeptide-9, algae extract, glycerin, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer and mannitol) 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 (algae extract, persea gratissima oil, phytosterols, butyrospermum parkii butter and simmondsia chinensis seed oil) 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
- This moisturizer also contains Peptides (hexapeptide-9 0.25% - 0.45%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that they are helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. 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.
Price
The product retails from 58.65£ up to 184.00£ in the United Kingdom, from 96.00$ up to 169.00$ in the United States, for 242.62A$ in Australia and from 124.80CA$ up to 224.00CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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