Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream for oily acne-prone skin
Marine Extracts
Collagen
Glycerin
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Shea Butter
Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract
Average
- AverageOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for oily acne-prone skin; other moisturizers fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily acne-prone skin: shine, breakouts, blemishes, and enlarged pores. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Offers moderate suitability for oily skin as glycerin and shea butter provide hydration and barrier support, though they may not sufficiently address oil control for your concerns.
- The product offers general skincare benefits that are supportive but not targeted for your acne, blemishes, and breakouts.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your oily skin due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Use this AM and PM routine every day to help clear your skin. Always remember to finish with SPF in the morning.
- Apply the moisturizer after your cleanser and toner, right before your SPF during the day.
- Gently press a small amount into your skin and avoid rubbing to keep pores clear.
- Apply on clean, slightly damp skin to help the product absorb better and control oil.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area and do a simple patch test before your first use.
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 16.4k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users with mature, dry, and combination skin frequently praise this gel-cream for its ability to provide intense hydration without feeling heavy, often describing it as a "drink of water" for the face. While many report visible improvements in skin plumpness, glow, and fine lines, results regarding deep wrinkle reduction are mixed, with the high price point being the primary point of contention.
Highlights
Lightweight texture Mostly Mentioned
- “Absorbs almost immediately, and my skin feels well hydrated all day.”
- “Rich yet lightweight... feels heavenly on the skin.”
- “Deceptively lightweight... absorbs quickly.”
- “Non-greasy and leaves a silky satin finish.”
High price point Mostly Mentioned
- “Complete waste of money for me.”
- “Hefty price tag... recommend getting a mini to try first.”
- “Very expensive... I miss it when I run out.”
Excellent makeup base Often Mentioned
- “Sits nicely under make up... perfect base.”
- “Does not leave a greasy residue, making it perfect under makeup.”
- “Foundation glides right over it without pilling.”
- “My skin looks plump and hydrated but not shiny.”
Instant hydration Often Mentioned
- “Quenches thirsty skin... immediate improvement.”
- “Leaves skin feeling supple and hydrated.”
- “Gives me long-lasting hydration without being greasy.”
- “Skin feels plumper and bouncier.”
Spa-like scent Sometimes Noted
- “Smells like a spa... very relaxing.”
- “Love the scent... infused with rose and mimosa.”
- “Comforting and almost nostalgic.”
- “Fragrance resembles a mix of flowers and honey.”
Strong fragrance Sometimes Noted
- “The smell is very strong... could not handle for long.”
- “Smells kind of funky... don't love the smell.”
- “Too strong... smells like old lady perfume.”
- “Scent can be a little strong especially when you hold the jar directly under your nose.”
Pilling/peeling Rarely Noted
- “It peels horribly no matter how I apply it.”
- “Pilling did occur when layering under SPF.”
- “Starts to crumble if I've applied a little too much.”
- “Experienced some pilling when mixing with Vitamin C.”
Skin irritation Rarely Noted
- “Developed milia and closed comedones.”
- “Not for breakout prone skin.”
- “Caused a rash... burning sensation.”
- “My skin reacted badly... red scales.”
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Questions and answers
How well does Elemis Pro-Collagen work for oily acne-prone skin?
This cream works moderately well for oily acne-prone skin because its glycerin and shea butter hydrate and support your skin barrier, though it lacks targeted oil control and blemish ingredients. A product of this type needs lightweight hydration, ingredients that do not clog pores, and blemish-fighting agents to properly fit this skin.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?
Glycerin and shea butter make this cream a moderate fit by providing hydration and barrier support, though they may not sufficiently address oil control. Oily acne-prone skin needs lightweight hydration, ingredients that target blemishes, and a lack of heavy oils to keep pores clear.
What does Marine Extract do for oily acne-prone skin?
Marine Extract helps balance oily skin and keeps pores clear without feeling heavy. It provides lightweight hydration while helping to calm redness and breakouts.
What does Collagen do for oily acne-prone skin?
Collagen helps keep oily acne-prone skin hydrated and smooth while improving its overall condition and reducing signs of aging. It is unlikely to cause breakouts, but this skin type also needs ingredients that clear pores and calm redness.
Dermatology Practical & Conceptual, 2022Current Issues in Molecular Biology, 2024
Where does it go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?
Apply this moisturizing treatment as the last step in the morning and evening, after your toner or treatment serum. It is unlikely to cause irritation on oily skin, but to better fit acne-prone skin, a product of this type needs targeted blemish-control ingredients and oil-balancing agents.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cream with retinol by applying it after your retinol treatment to help soothe your skin and keep it soft and hydrated. Using a moisturizer alongside retinol helps reduce dryness and irritation, though oily acne-prone skin needs oil-controlling ingredients and blemish-fighting actives to fully address breakouts.
How often should I use it?
You can use this moisturizing treatment twice a day as part of your morning and evening routine. It works well for hydration and has a very safe formula, though oily acne-prone skin needs lightweight ingredients that help control oil and target breakouts.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?
This cream is unlikely to cause skin irritation for your oily skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients, but it does not specifically target blemishes or breakouts. Oily acne-prone skin needs lightweight, oil-controlling ingredients and blemish-fighting agents that help manage excess shine and keep pores clear.
Can I use it around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this moisturizing treatment around your eyes and on your body, as it has a very safe formula with no harsh ingredients that is unlikely to cause irritation. However, because the skin on the eyelids is exceptionally thin, keep it away from the lash line to avoid accidental contact with the eyes.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum, linalool, citronellol, geraniol, and limonene). Cetyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.
What the research says
A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Topical application of TAC/Collagen postbiotics gel improved skin moisture score and inflammation index, and reduced porphyrins and brown spots in 20 volunteers with acne vulgaris.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Topical collagen tripeptide application improved skin wrinkles, elasticity, and density while reducing advanced glycated end products in 22 Asian women over 4 weeks.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2022Marine collagen extracted from Greenland halibut skin showed a non-cytotoxic effect on fibroblast cells and provided a slight skin hydration effect when incorporated into cosmetic hydrogel formulations at dosages of 0.1, 0.25, and 0.5% in 23 healthy volunteers.
Marine Drugs, 2023The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012A combination cream of stimu-tex AS and saccharide isomerate reduced erythema, increased skin capacitance, and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to placebo in 20 subjects after fractional CO2 laser procedure without causing serious adverse events.
Lasers in Medical Science, 2025A skin barrier restoring cream with shea butter, silkflo, and vitamin E increased type I procollagen synthesis, enhanced antioxidant enzyme activity, decreased reactive oxygen species generation, and promoted hyaluronic acid production in H2O2-stimulated human keratinocyte cells compared to untreated cells.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2025
Why other moisturizers fit oily acne-prone skin better
A panthenol-enriched mask improved skin hydration, regulated sebum, and reduced redness and TEWL across dry sensitive, oily sensitive, and oily acne skin subgroups with excellent tolerance and no adverse reactions.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Co-delivery of paeonol and madecassoside via nanoemulsions improved transdermal delivery, promoted barrier repair proteins, inhibited inflammatory cytokine secretion in cellular and 3D models, and reduced transepidermal water loss and acne in human facial skin compared to free components.
Molecules, 2023A facial serum containing snail secretion filtrate, Calendula officinalis, and Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract significantly reduced inflammatory acne lesions compared to placebo in 66 participants with mild-to-moderate maskne over 12 weeks.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Isononyl Isononanoate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Dimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Coco-Caprylate Caprate, Polyacrylate-13, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate Vitamin E, Stearic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Polyisobutene, Parfum, Tocopherol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Shea Butter, Chlorphenesin, Wheat Germ Oil, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract Carrot Root Extract, Glyceryl Acrylate Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Disodium Edta, Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Isostearate, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Porphyridium Cruentum Extract, Acacia Decurrens Flower Extract, Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract Rose Flower Extract, Linalool, Citronellol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Geraniol, Limonene, Citric Acid
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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