Elemis ULTRA SMART PRO-COLLAGEN COMPLEX SERUM for sensitive skin
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50
Heptapeptide-15
Average
- HighNormal Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for sensitive skin; other serums fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with sensitive skin: redness, stinging, and reactions to new products. 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
- Suitable for normal skin, this serum utilizes hyaluronic acid and Punica granatum seed oil to provide hydration and emollient benefits, though it lacks ingredients to specifically address your redness and irritation.
- The inclusion of Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50 and Heptapeptide-15 offers moderate plumping effects, but these peptides do not target inflammation.
- The product is safe for your sensitive skin, as it contains no harsh or prohibited ingredients that could cause irritation.
How to apply
- Use your serum in the PM routine, starting 3 times a week before building up to daily use if your skin is happy.
- Apply the serum after cleansing and toning, but before putting on your moisturizer for the best results.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin and wait a minute ⏱ for it to soak in.
- Since your skin is sensitive and easily irritated, apply the serum on completely dry skin to help keep it calm.
- Always do a patch test before your first use and avoid getting the serum too close to your eyes .
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
How well does Ultra Smart Pro-Collagen Complex Serum work for sensitive skin?
This serum works for sensitive skin by using hyaluronic acid and pomegranate seed oil for moisture, but it lacks ingredients to specifically calm redness and irritation. A treatment for this skin needs soothing ingredients and antioxidants to target irritation while providing hydration.
Drug Design, Development and Therapy, 2017Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2006
Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for sensitive skin?
Hyaluronic acid and Punica granatum seed oil help make this serum a good fit by providing hydration and soft nourishment. However, a product for this skin needs soothing ingredients that calm redness and irritation.
Drug Design, Development and Therapy, 2017Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2006
What does Pomegranate Seed Oil do for sensitive skin?
Pomegranate seed oil helps calm sensitive skin by reducing redness and supporting the skin barrier with its antioxidant properties. It is unlikely to cause irritation and aids in keeping skin soft and smooth while protecting against everyday dryness.
What does Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50 do for sensitive skin?
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50 helps keep sensitive skin feeling smooth while providing moisture. Products like this need soothing ingredients and gentle hydrators to calm irritation and support the skin barrier safely.
Journal of Controlled Release, 2026Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for sensitive skin?
This serum goes in the evening routine after cleansing and a soothing toner, followed by a moisturizer. Sensitive skin needs a treatment that includes calming, anti-inflammatory ingredients to target redness and irritation.
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this serum after your retinol, since it is safe for your skin but lacks redness-reducing ingredients. Sensitive skin using retinol needs a soothing toner and a gentle moisturizer to calm irritation and keep the skin comfortable.
How often should I use this serum?
Apply this serum in your evening routine, using it once a week initially and gradually increasing frequency if your skin tolerates it well. It is safe for sensitive skin, though a product for this skin needs soothing ingredients that target redness and irritation.
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for sensitive skin?
This serum is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for sensitive skin because it is free of harsh or heavy ingredients that commonly block pores. However, it also lacks specific ingredients to calm redness and irritation, so a product for this skin type needs extra soothing components and gentle hydrators.
Drug Design, Development and Therapy, 2017Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2006
Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Application 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
Why other serums fit sensitive skin better
Topical application of TAT-SOD significantly suppresses UVB-induced erythema formation, blood flow rise, and apoptotic sunburn cell formation in human volunteers compared to a vehicle control.
European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2016Topically applied Avena sativa and Avena Rhealba oatmeal extracts significantly reduced skin irritation parameters including a* parameter increase and blood flow increase compared to vehicle in 12 healthy individuals subjected to the sodium lauryl sulfate irritation model.
Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2002
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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