Elemis ULTRA SMART PRO-COLLAGEN COMPLEX SERUM for oily skin
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50
Heptapeptide-15
Caution
- AverageOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A poor match for oily skin; the serums alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. 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 plumping for your oily skin due to Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50 and Heptapeptide-15, which improve elasticity, while Hyaluronic Acid provides hydration but does not address oily shine.
- Punica Granatum Seed Oil offers emollient benefits, but the formula lacks sufficient ingredients for optimal oil control on oily skin.
- The product is safe for your oily skin as it contains no harsh or prohibited ingredients and poses no risk of irritation.
How to apply
- Use this serum in your PM routine. Start by applying it 3 times a week and build up to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply the serum after cleansing and toning, but right before your moisturizer for the best results.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin. Let it absorb ⏱ for a minute before applying the next product.
- Apply the serum on clean and dry skin since your skin is not sensitive and you want to target oily shine. This helps control excess oil throughout the night.
- Avoid the delicate eye area and do a patch test before using the serum for the very first time.
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 100+ reviewsBased on limited data, this serum is highly effective for individuals with mature or dehydrated skin looking to target deep-set wrinkles, loss of firmness, and dullness. Users frequently report a noticeable improvement in skin plumpness, radiance, and overall texture after consistent use.
Highlights
Deeply hydrating Mostly Mentioned
- “Intense boost of hydration”
- “feels hydrating immediately”
- “plumps the skin”
Very expensive Mostly Mentioned
- “Worth every penny but expensive”
- “very expensive for amount”
- “pricey”
Improves skin texture Often Mentioned
- “Feel a difference in skin texture”
- “skin looks refined”
- “smoother skin”
Reduces visible lines Often Mentioned
- “Nearly relaxed deep creases”
- “visibly smooths fine lines”
- “less wrinkly”
Fast-absorbing formula Sometimes Noted
- “Melts easily into skin”
- “silky finish”
- “absorbs quickly”
Short product life Sometimes Noted
- “Container only lasted 2 weeks”
- “ran out quickly”
No visible results Rarely Noted
- “Saw no discernible difference”
- “disappointed”
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Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise caution with Elemis Ultra Smart Pro-Collagen Complex Serum for oily skin?
This treatment is a poor match for your oily skin because it lacks sufficient ingredients for optimal oil control and does not address oily shine. A treatment of this type needs effective ingredients like niacinamide and zinc PCA that control sebum production and enhance skin radiance, along with the optimal combination of soothing extracts.
Which ingredients make this serum a poor fit for oily skin?
Punica Granatum Seed Oil makes this serum a poor fit for oily skin because it provides heavy softening without helping control excess oil shine. A treatment of this type needs effective ingredients like niacinamide and zinc PCA to control sebum production and manage shine.
What does Pomegranate Seed Oil do for oily skin?
Pomegranate seed oil is generally a poor fit for oily skin because it is a rich oil that can feel too heavy and clog pores. To work well for oily skin, a product of this type needs lightweight textures, fast-absorbing plant oils, and ingredients that help balance oil and calm the skin.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2017Pharmaceuticals, 2026
What does Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50 do for oily skin?
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50 helps firm and smooth oily skin without making it feel heavy or greasy. It supports skin bounce and elasticity while keeping the surface feeling soft and balanced.
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This treatment serum goes in the evening routine for oily skin, applied after cleansing and before moisturizing. Oily skin needs a product of this type to include ingredients that help control oil while providing hydration.
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this serum alongside retinol by applying the serum before your moisturizer at night, keeping in mind it is a poor match for oily skin. Oily skin needs targeted oil-control ingredients and lightweight hydrators to properly balance shine and moisture.
How often should I use this serum?
You should use this serum in the evening, applying it to your oily skin just once or twice a week to start. While it is safe and causes no irritation, it lacks the oil-control ingredients needed to balance extra oil. Oily skin of this type needs lightweight hydrators and oil-balancing ingredients like niacinamide or salicylic acid.
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This serum is unlikely to cause irritation or breakouts on oily skin because it contains no harsh or prohibited ingredients. However, it lacks sufficient ingredients for oil control, so an oily skin type needs lightweight hydrating ingredients and ingredients that help balance excess shine instead.
Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Optimized transfersomes loaded with epigallocatechin-3-gallate and hyaluronic acid increased cell viability while reducing lipid peroxidation, intracellular ROS, and MMP expression in HaCaT cells, and exhibited higher skin permeation and deposition compared to plain EGCG.
Drug Delivery, 2017Pomegranate seed oil exhibited no cytotoxicity up to 500 µg/mL, suppressed LPS-induced pro-inflammatory cytokines, and accelerated fibroblast wound closure by approximately 20% over 24 hours in human keratinocyte and dermal fibroblast models compared to untreated controls.
Inflammopharmacology, 2025Application of a cosmetic cream containing Punica granatum seed oil and Croton lechleri resin extract increased dermis thickness, hydration, and elasticity in subjects with striae distensae after 6 weeks.
Drug Design, Development and Therapy, 2017Pomegranate seed oil extract, Avocom-M, and TROSYD reduced levels of cyclooxygenase-2, lipid peroxidation, tyrosinase, hyaluronidase, elastase, collagenase, and nitric oxide, improving biochemical status in rats and ameliorating skin inflammation in human volunteers.
Molecules, 2023Pomegranate seed oil stimulated human keratinocyte proliferation while pomegranate peel extract stimulated type I procollagen synthesis and inhibited matrix metalloproteinase-1 production in human dermal fibroblasts compared to untreated controls.
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2006
Ingredients
Water H2o, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50, Heptapeptide-15, Chondrus Crispus, Hyaluronic Acid, Petroselinic Acid, Linoleic Acid, Carotol, Daucol, Tocopherol
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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