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Elemis ULTRA SMART PRO-COLLAGEN COMPLEX SERUM for combination skin

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Elemis ULTRA SMART PRO-COLLAGEN COMPLEX SERUM

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  • HighCombination Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

A weak match for combination skin; the serums alongside fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. 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 combination skin due to Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50 and Heptapeptide-15, which enhance elasticity, while Hyaluronic Acid and Chondrus Crispus provide essential hydration to support your oily shine concerns.
  • While the formula is generally safe and free from harsh ingredients, it lacks specific components for direct oil control, which is your main goal.
  • The product is safe for your combination skin as it contains no irritating or prohibited substances.

How to apply

  • Use your serum as part of your PM routine. Start using it 3 times a week and move to daily use if your skin likes it.
  • Apply the serum after cleansing and toner, and right before your moisturizer.
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin and wait a minute ⏳for it to soak in.
  • Apply the serum on clean and dry skin since your skin is not sensitive.
  • Always do a patch test before using the serum for the first time, and avoid the eye area .

People Say

★4.7Overall rating based on 100+ reviews

Based 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 is Elemis Ultra Smart Pro-Collagen Complex Serum a weak match for combination skin?

This serum is a weak match because it lacks specific ingredients for direct oil control, which is your main goal for combination skin. Treatment products that fit this skin better need effective ingredients like niacinamide, zinc PCA, and propolis to regulate oiliness and manage oily shine without irritation.

Which ingredients make this serum a poor fit for combination skin?

This serum is a weak match for your combination skin because it lacks direct oil control ingredients to manage your oily shine, even though it provides hydration and plumping with hyaluronic acid and peptides. A treatment for combination skin needs effective ingredients like niacinamide, zinc PCA, and propolis to regulate oiliness and balance the skin without causing excess shine.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Drug Delivery, 2017

What does Pomegranate Seed Oil do for combination skin?

Pomegranate seed oil helps keep combination skin hydrated and supports the skin barrier. It is unlikely to cause irritation and may improve overall skin texture over time.

Drug Design, Development and Therapy, 2017International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2017

What does Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50 do for combination skin?

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50 helps keep combination skin smooth, firm, and well-hydrated. This ingredient supports skin elasticity and helps soften the look of wrinkles while keeping your face comfortable.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026

Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for combination skin?

Put this treatment in your evening routine to keep things simple and safe around sun exposure, using it after your cleansing toner and before your moisturizer. Because it lacks direct oil control, combination skin needs this type of product to include ingredients like niacinamide or salicylic acid to help manage shine.

Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this serum with retinol by applying the serum first to give your combination skin hydration, followed by your retinol. This product is a weak match for your skin because it lacks specific ingredients to control oily shine, which combination skin needs alongside hydrating and plumping ingredients.

How often should I use this serum?

You can use this treatment in your evening routine, applying it once a day or a few times a week. Because this product is a weak match for combination skin, a better fit for your skin needs targeted oil-control ingredients.

Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?

This serum is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for combination skin because it contains no irritating or harsh substances. However, a product for this skin needs direct oil control ingredients to fully manage shine.

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, 2017

  • Pomegranate 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, 2023

  • Pomegranate 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 combination skin better

  • Niacinamide and ferulic acid incorporated in a stable multiple emulsion successfully reduced melanin, sebum, and skin erythema while improving skin elasticity and hydration in human skin compared to a placebo.

    BioMed Research International, 2022

  • 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, 2024

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.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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