Elemis Ultra smart pro collagen complex

Ingredients overview

Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.

Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.

1. Eau
2. Coco-caprylate
3. Glycerin
4. Adipic Acid/neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer
5. Bulbine Frutescens Leaf Juice
6. Carbomer
7. Phenoxyethanol
8. Hydroxyacetophenone
9. Panthenol
10. Sodium Polyacrylate
11. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
12. Polyglyceryl-4 laurate
13. Sodium Hydroxide
14. Fragrance
15. Disodium EDTA
16. Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
17. Dunaliella Salina Extract
18. Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
19. Chondrus Crispus Extract
20. Mannitol
21. Rhizobian Gum
22. Sodium Hyaluronate
23. Sodium Benzoate
24. Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract
25. Potassium Sorbate
26. Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
27. Chlorphenesin
28. Diatomaceous Earth
29. Benzyl salicylate
30. Limonene
31. Citric Acid
32. Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
33. Alaria esculenta
34. Laminaria Digitata Extract
35. Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract
36. Xanthan Gum
37. Linalool
38. Caprylyl Glycol
39. Tocopherol
40. Plankton extract
41. Porphyridium Cruentum Extract
42. Alpha-isomethyl ionone
43. Phytosterols
44. Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract
45. Zinc Sulfate
46. Acacia Decurrens Flower Extract
47. Commiphora Myrrha Oil
48. Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil
49. Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract
50. Punica granatum seed oil
51. Rosa Damascena Flower Extract
52. Glyceryl caprylate
53. Sorbic Acid
54. Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer
55. Phenylpropanol
56. Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50
57. Polyvinyl Alcohol
58. Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate
59. Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains PEGContains EU-26 allergensContains fragranceContains essential oils

Key ingredients

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Coco-caprylate

DENATURANT

Glycerin

ANTICAKING

Adipic Acid/neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer

SKIN CONDITIONING

Bulbine Frutescens Leaf Juice

EMULSION STABILISING

Carbomer

ANTIMICROBIAL

Phenoxyethanol

ANTIOXIDANT

Hydroxyacetophenone

ANTISTATIC

Panthenol

Other ingredients

EauSodium PolyacrylateCaprylic/Capric TriglyceridePolyglyceryl-4 laurateSodium HydroxideFragranceDisodium EDTAHelianthus Annuus Seed OilDunaliella Salina ExtractChlorella Vulgaris ExtractChondrus Crispus ExtractMannitolRhizobian GumSodium HyaluronateSodium BenzoatePadina Pavonica Thallus ExtractPotassium SorbateLavandula Angustifolia OilChlorphenesinDiatomaceous EarthBenzyl salicylateLimoneneCitric AcidPelargonium Graveolens OilAlaria esculentaLaminaria Digitata ExtractLaminaria Ochroleuca ExtractXanthan GumLinaloolCaprylyl GlycolTocopherolPlankton extractPorphyridium Cruentum ExtractAlpha-isomethyl iononePhytosterolsGelidium Cartilagineum ExtractZinc SulfateAcacia Decurrens Flower ExtractCommiphora Myrrha OilDaucus Carota Sativa Seed OilJasminum Officinale Flower ExtractPunica granatum seed oilRosa Damascena Flower ExtractGlyceryl caprylateSorbic AcidLactic Acid/Glycolic Acid CopolymerPhenylpropanolPalmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50Polyvinyl AlcoholHeptapeptide-15 PalmitateCitrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil

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Ingredients explained

Eau

Not decoded yet

Coco-caprylate

Coconut/caprylate ester for light emollient finish; balance with humectants.

Glycerin

Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives

Adipic Acid/neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer

Water-soluble powder; anti-caking for antiperspirants/sunscreen, highly hygroscopic

Bulbine Frutescens Leaf Juice

Bulbine leaf juice; soothing/humectant, high spoilage risk, higher allergenicity than pure aloe

Carbomer

Gelling thickener requiring neutralization; watch out for ion compatibility

Phenoxyethanol

Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin

Hydroxyacetophenone

Hydroxyacetophenone as antioxidant; often boosts Vitamin C, works in acidic pH.

Panthenol

Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery

Sodium Polyacrylate

Superabsorbent resin, <1%; gels with electrolytes, ionic strength control required.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin

Polyglyceryl-4 laurate

Polyglyceryl-4 laurate, a mild non-ionic emulsifier for O/W systems; may cause mild irritation in sensitive skin.

Sodium Hydroxide

Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care

Fragrance

Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components

Disodium EDTA

Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

Sunflower seed oil for emollient/occlusive; high linoleic acid, low comedogenicity.

Dunaliella Salina Extract

Microalgal extract used as a skin conditioning agent for soothing and barrier support; no public irritancy or comedogenic data.

Chlorella Vulgaris Extract

Algae extract for skin conditioning and antioxidant; typically 1-5%, monitor stability

Chondrus Crispus Extract

Carrageenan for thickening and moisturizing; seaweed-based, pH-sensitive

Mannitol

Polyol humectant with binding/skin conditioning properties; high levels may cause osmotic irritation

Rhizobian Gum

Biofilm former and viscosity agent for hair; biocompatible and mild

Sodium Hyaluronate

Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture

Sodium Benzoate

Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates

Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract

Not decoded yet

Potassium Sorbate

Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate

Lavandula Angustifolia Oil

Fragrance essential oil, 0.1–1%; contains allergens, patch test required.

Chlorphenesin

Phenolic antimicrobial; strict EU limits apply, potential allergen, careful dosing required for leave-on products.

Diatomaceous Earth

Diatomaceous earth for oil absorption/opacification at 1–5%; high surface area, handle dust carefully.

Benzyl salicylate

UV absorber/light stabilizer, restricted in EU; potential sensitizer, risk assessment needed.

Limonene

Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability

Citric Acid

Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH

Pelargonium Graveolens Oil

Pelargonium graveolens oil containing citronellol and geraniol; used as perfuming agent, contains labeled allergens requiring compliance checks.

Alaria esculenta

Not decoded yet

Laminaria Digitata Extract

Seaweed extract for skin protection; moderate concentration to avoid osmotic irritation.

Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract

Brown algae extract for hydration and film-forming; high loads may affect clarity.

Xanthan Gum

Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration

Linalool

Natural fragrance component at ≤0.05%; one of EU 26 allergens, caution for sensitive skin

Caprylyl Glycol

Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol

Tocopherol

Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light

Plankton extract

Plankton extract for skin conditioning; low concentrations typical, ensure source purity to avoid microbial contamination.

Porphyridium Cruentum Extract

Porphyridium cruentum extract, marine algae source, providing skin conditioning

Alpha-isomethyl ionone

Vanilla-like fragrance ingredient; one of EU 26 allergens, caution advised for sensitive skin.

Phytosterols

Plant sterol mix for skin barrier repair and soothing; plant-derived, no reported sensitization.

Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract

Red algae extract acting as a skin protecting agent, often used for hydration or soothing, check stability.

Zinc Sulfate

Antimicrobial and astringent, restricted in oral care; <1% topical, metallic taste, avoid mixing with amino acids

Acacia Decurrens Flower Extract

Golden Wattle flower extract; natural scent & conditioner, low sensitization risk.

Commiphora Myrrha Oil

Not decoded yet

Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil

Plant seed oil with antioxidants; may have natural fragrance, low photosensitizing potential

Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract

Jasmine flower extract for fragrance and conditioning; contains allergens, restricted in leave-on products under EU regulations, label required.

Punica granatum seed oil

Vegetable oil rich in unsaturated fatty acids; emollient with light feel, prone to oxidation, add antioxidants and store protected.

Rosa Damascena Flower Extract

Rose damascena extract, fragrance/tonic; contains allergens (linalool, geraniol, etc.), labeling required in EU.

Glyceryl caprylate

Mild emulsifier/deodorant at 0.5-2%; polyol ester, high humectancy, low irritancy, check cationic surfactant compatibility.

Sorbic Acid

Preservative effective at low pH, often combined with sorbate salts; check regulatory limits

Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer

AHA copolymer; exfoliating, requires buffering agents.

Phenylpropanol

Phenylpropanol for fragrance and solvent; allergen risk, requires assessment

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50

Not decoded yet

Polyvinyl Alcohol

Film/viscosity agent for masks/cleansers; water-soluble, forms flexible film

Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate

Not decoded yet

Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil

Bitter orange flower oil, an essential oil used for fragrance and skin conditioning; contains labeled allergen compounds, caution for sensitive skin.