elemis Pro-Collagen Tri-Acid Peel
elemis Elemis Pro-Collagen Tri-Acid Peel lists 24 ingredients on its label, 23 decoded. See what each one does, its irritancy and comedogenic tendency, and its status in national inventories.
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.
- Aqua/Water/Eau
- Mandelic Acid
- Glycerin
- Lactobionic Acid
- Hydroxyethylcellulose
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Propanediol
- Phenoxyethanol
- Hydroxyacetophenone
- Menthyl Ethylamido Oxalate
- Alcohol Denat
- Xanthan Gum
- Fragrance
- Disodium EDTA
- Asiatic Acid
- Copper Pca
- Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract
- Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
- Acacia Decurrens Flower Extract
- Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract
- Rhizobian Gum
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Chlorphenesin
- Alcohol
Highlights
Free of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains alcoholContains EU-26 allergensContains fragranceContains essential oils
Formulation view Salicylic acid and ethanol co-solvent system, paired with plant antioxidants and copper peptides. Focuses on gentle exfoliation and calming, suitable for combination to oily skin. Formulator note: Alcohol boosts penetration but may irritate; balanced with humectants like glycerin to maintain barrier comfort.
Key ingredients
- 溶剂
- Aqua/Water/Eau
- ANTIMICROBIAL
- Mandelic AcidPhenoxyethanol
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- BUFFERING
- Lactobionic AcidSodium Hydroxide
- BINDING
- Hydroxyethylcellulose
- SOLVENT
- Propanediol
Other ingredients
HydroxyacetophenoneMenthyl Ethylamido OxalateAlcohol DenatXanthan GumFragranceDisodium EDTAAsiatic AcidCopper PcaPadina Pavonica Thallus ExtractChlorella Vulgaris ExtractAcacia Decurrens Flower ExtractRosa Centifolia Flower ExtractRhizobian GumSodium HyaluronateChlorphenesinAlcohol
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua/Water/Eau | 溶剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Mandelic Acid | ANTIMICROBIAL | 2 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Lactobionic Acid | BUFFERING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydroxyethylcellulose | BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, LIGHT STABILIZER, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Hydroxide | BUFFERING, DENATURANT · 限制 III/15a | 3 · – | Green |
| Propanediol | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Hydroxyacetophenone | ANTIOXIDANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Menthyl Ethylamido Oxalate | SKIN CONDITIONING | 2 · – | Green |
| Alcohol Denat | 溶剂,皮肤调理剂 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Xanthan Gum | BINDING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, GEL FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Fragrance | 矫味剂,增香剂 | — | Yellow |
| Disodium EDTA | CHELATING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Asiatic Acid | SKIN CONDITIONING, LIGHT STABILIZER | 0 · – | Green |
| Copper Pca | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Chlorella Vulgaris Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Acacia Decurrens Flower Extract | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | 0 · – | Green |
| Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract | ASTRINGENT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, TONIC · 限制 III/366 | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Rhizobian Gum | FILM FORMING, HAIR FIXING, PLASTICISER, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · – | Green |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Chlorphenesin | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/50 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Alcohol | ANTIFOAMING, ANTIMICROBIAL, ASTRINGENT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
Ingredients explained
- Aqua/Water/Eau
- Water as solvent/base; main ingredient, microbial control needed, paired with preservatives.
- Mandelic Acid
- Alpha-hydroxy acid for exfoliation and antibacterial effects; mild penetration, less photosensitivity than other AHAs
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Lactobionic Acid
- Polyhydroxy acid for pH buffering; gentle, check stability at high levels
- Hydroxyethylcellulose
- Water-soluble cellulose ether for thickening and suspension stabilization; sensitive to ions, electrolytes reduce viscosity, use at pH 7-8.
- Sodium Hydroxide
- Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care
- Propanediol
- Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative
- 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.
- Menthyl Ethylamido Oxalate
- Menthyl ethylamido oxalate; cooling agent for sensory effect; strict concentration control to avoid strong irritation
- Alcohol Denat
- Denatured ethanol; solvent, penetration enhancer, and quick-dry agent; high % may compromise barrier in dry skin.
- Xanthan Gum
- Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration
- 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
- Asiatic Acid
- Pro-healing active, 0.1–1%; stability affected by light, store protected from light.
- Copper Pca
- Copper PCA chelating agent and humectant; added in trace amounts (0.01-0.1%) to stabilize formulation and supply copper ions.
- Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
- Algae extract for skin conditioning and antioxidant; typically 1-5%, monitor stability
- Acacia Decurrens Flower Extract
- Golden Wattle flower extract; natural scent & conditioner, low sensitization risk.
- Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract
- Rosa centifolia flower extract, astringent and conditioning; limit concentration, cautious for sensitive skin
- 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
- Chlorphenesin
- Phenolic antimicrobial; strict EU limits apply, potential allergen, careful dosing required for leave-on products.
- Alcohol
- Ethanol for solubility/drying at 5-15%; high conc. is drying/irritating, avoid lip/eye, low residue, balance with humectants.
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-20. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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