# Elemis vs FRE

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Elemis and FRE are distinct skincare lines created to address diverse dermatological needs through specialized formulations. Elemis is a British brand founded in 1989 and owned by L'Occitane Group since 2019, celebrated for its expertly formulated [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/serum), moisturizers, cleansers, toners, and more, all enriched with nourishing ingredients like [glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/glycerin) and shea, while both offer targeted care. The British brand suits dry, balanced, and sensitive skin best thanks to gentle and deeply hydrating formulations, whereas FRE suits acne-prone skin best, owing to gentle and effective compositions.

Elemis is a British skincare brand founded in 1989 and owned by L'Occitane Group since 2019.

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This page compares some of the most popular Elemis and FRE products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=compare&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pg5c60192474).

### Popular Elemis vs FRE products

#### Elemis

- [Pro-Collagen Marine Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/elemis/pro-collagen-marine-cream/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit
- [Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/elemis/pro-collagen-cleansing-balm/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/elemis/dynamic-resurfacing-facial-pads/for/mature-skin) — Average fit
- [Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/elemis/dynamic-resurfacing-facial-wash/for/mature-skin) — High fit
- [Papaya Enzyme Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/elemis/papaya-enzyme-peel/for/mature-skin) — High fit
- [Superfood Midnight Facial](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/elemis/superfood-midnight-facial/for/dry-skin) — Average fit
- [Superfood Facial Oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/elemis/superfood-facial-oil/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Pro-Collagen Night Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/elemis/pro-collagen-night-cream/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Superior fit

#### FRE

- [Argan Oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/fre/argan-oil/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit

## Questions and answers

### Elemis or FRE: which is better?

Elemis offers a much wider range of products on this page than FRE, which features only [argan oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/argan-oil). Reviewers mention that the products on this page from Elemis provide hydrating moisturizers and smoother skin texture.

### What is the difference between Elemis and FRE?

Elemis is a larger, UK-founded brand owned by L'Occitane Group since 2019 that offers 22 products on this page featuring key ingredients like [glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/glycerin) and [shea butter](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/shea-butter), whereas FRE is an independent brand offering only an Argan Oil product on this page. Reviewers note that the products on this page by Elemis mostly mention hydrating moisturizers and smoother skin texture alongside a high price point, while FRE products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

### Which is more affordable, Elemis or FRE?

The provided page facts do not contain pricing information for either Elemis or FRE, so it is not possible to determine which brand is more affordable.

### Which causes fewer breakouts, Elemis or FRE?

Neither brand has products on this page with an acne-focused fit level, and some Elemis products have a low fit for acne-prone skin while FRE features only an argan oil product with an average fit.

### How does the founding year and parent company of Elemis compare to FRE?

Elemis was founded in 1989 in the United Kingdom and has been owned by the L'Occitane Group since 2019, whereas FRE was founded in 2016 and is independently owned.

### Which Elemis products have no fragrance compared to FRE products?

Among the products on this page, 4 out of 22 Elemis products list no fragrance, whereas every FRE product lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

### What are the main skin types that Elemis and FRE products cater to based on their Lovi fit levels?

Elemis products on this page cater to a wide range of skin types with varying fit levels, offering Superior fit for mature skin with its Pro-Collagen Marine Cream and dry sensitive skin with its Pro-Collagen Night Cream. In contrast, FRE only features an Argan Oil on this page, which has a High fit for dry sensitive skin and Average fit for dry, mature, sensitive, and other skin types.

## Research behind their key ingredients

- [The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12100180/) Niacinamide · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
- [Formation and stability of oil-in-water nanoemulsions containing rice bran oil: in vitro and in vivo assessments](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21952107/) Rice bran oil · Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2011
- [Benefits of topical hyaluronic acid for skin quality and signs of skin aging: From literature review to clinical evidence](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36200921/) Sodium hyaluronate, Hyaluronic acid · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
- [Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/) Panthenol · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
- [Topical Retinoids in Acne Vulgaris: A Systematic Review](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30674002/) Retinol alternative · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2019
- [Anti-aging and brightening effects of a topical treatment containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract: A split-face, randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31975502/) Tocopherol vitamin e, Tocopherol, Ascorbic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Bacterial cellulose membranes as drug delivery systems: an in vivo skin compatibility study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23973717/) Microcrystalline cellulose · European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2014
- [Effect of a topical antioxidant serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and ferulic acid after Q-switched 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser for treatment of environment-induced skin pigmentation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32052907/) Ascorbic acid, Tocopherol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Improvement of skin condition in striae distensae: development, characterization and clinical efficacy of a cosmetic product containing Punica granatum seed oil and Croton lechleri resin extract](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28280300/) Punica granatum seed oil · Drug Design, Development and Therapy, 2017
- [Design, characterization, and clinical evaluation of argan oil nanostructured lipid carriers to improve skin hydration](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25143733/) Argania spinosa kernel oil argan kernel oil · International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2014
- [The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [Randomized controlled study for the anti-aging effect of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide after laser therapy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33103316/) Niacinamide · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
- [Two superior antioxidants: Ferulic acid and ascorbic acid in reducing signs of photoaging-A split-face comparative study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34877760/) Acerola cherry extract · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
- [Senomorphic activity of a combination of niacinamide and hyaluronic acid: correlation with clinical improvement of skin aging](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39009698/) Niacinamide · Scientific Reports, 2024
- [A new topical panthenol-containing emollient: Results from two randomized controlled studies assessing its skin moisturization and barrier restoration potential, and the effect on skin microflora](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/) Panthenol · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
- [Microneedling by dermapen and glycolic acid peel for the treatment of acne scars: Comparative study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30548170/) Glycolic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
- [Hydrolyzed Collagen Induces an Anti-Inflammatory Response That Induces Proliferation of Skin Fibroblast and Keratinocytes](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36501011/) Collagen amino acids · Nutrients, 2022
- [Topical beta-carotene protects against infra-red-light-induced free radicals](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21255091/) Beta-carotene · Experimental Dermatology, 2011
- [Comparative study of efficacy and safety of 45% mandelic acid versus 30% salicylic acid peels in mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31553119/) Mandelic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [The efficacy of glycolic acid, salicylic acid, gluconolactone, and licochalcone A combined with 0.1% adapalene vs adapalene monotherapy in mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris: a double-blinded within-person comparative study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30858720/) Glycolic acid · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
- [Daily Fluctuation of Facial Pore Area, Roughness and Redness among Young Japanese Women; Beneficial Effects of Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate Containing Antioxidative Skin Care Formula](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34198790/) Saccharomyces rice ferment filtrate · Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2021
- [Clay jojoba oil facial mask for lesioned skin and mild acne--results of a prospective, observational pilot study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22585103/) Jojoba seed oil · Forschende Komplementarmedizin, 2012
- [Anti-pollution cosmetic-based one-step formation of w/o/w multiple emulsion containing D-biotin for skin protection: fabrication and in vitro and in vivo evaluation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31240627/) Biotin · Drug Delivery and Translational Research, 2019
- [Topical application of jojoba (Simmondsia chinensis L.) wax enhances the synthesis of pro-collagen III and hyaluronic acid and reduces inflammation in the ex-vivo human skin organ culture model](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38344180/) Jojoba seed oil · Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2024
- [Botulinum toxin injection as a single or combined treatment with non-cross-linked high molecular weight and low molecular weight hyaluronic acid gel for neck rejuvenation: A randomized clinical trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35775872/) Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
- [Cichorium intybus root extract: A "vitamin D-like" active ingredient to improve skin barrier function](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27161285/) Cichorium intybus leaf extract · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
- [Effects of 1,3-propanediol associated, or not, with butylene glycol and/or glycerol on skin hydration and skin barrier function](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37699769/) Propanediol · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024
- [A Rose Extract Protects the Skin against Stress Mediators: A Potential Role of Olfactory Receptors](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33081083/) Rosa centifolia flower extract, Rose extract · Molecules, 2020
- [Saponins of Korean Red Ginseng May Protect Human Skin from Adipokine-Associated Inflammation and Pigmentation Resulting from Particulate Matter Exposure](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35215495/) Saponins · Nutrients, 2022
- [Development of solid lipid microparticles (SLMs) containing asiatic acid for topical treatment of acne: Characterization, stability, in vitro and in vivo anti-acne assessment](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38460769/) Asiatic acid · International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2024
- [Comparative measurement of hydration effects of herbal moisturizers](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21808557/) Wheat germ oil · Pharmacognosy Research, 2010
- [Treatment of mild to moderate acne with a fixed combination of hydroxypinacolone retinoate, retinol glycospheres and papain glycospheres](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25876142/) Papain · Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015
- [Randomized prospective study of low-dose isotretinoin alone and combination with salicylic acid and mandelic peel against acne tarda](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35388606/) Mandelic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
- [Influence of vitamin E acetate on stratum corneum hydration](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9706379/) Tocopheryl acetate vitamin e, Tocopheryl acetate · Arzneimittel-Forschung, 1998
- [Topical Almond Oil for Prevention of Pressure Injuries: A Single-Blinded Comparison Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32379165/) Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil · Journal of Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing, 2020
- [Emulgels Containing Perilla frutescens Seed Oil, Moringa oleifera Seed Oil, and Mixed Seed Oil: Microemulsion and Safety Assessment](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35745923/) Moringa oleifera seed extract · Polymers, 2022
- [A horse chestnut extract, which induces contraction forces in fibroblasts, is a potent anti-aging ingredient](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17111071/) Aesculus hippocastanum seed extract · Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2006
- [Skin recovery by Lavandula angustifolia leaf callus extract: Redox control of Nrf2 signaling](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40345503/) Lavandula angustifolia oil lavender oil · Free Radical Biology & Medicine, 2025
- [A randomized controlled trial to compare the effectiveness and safety of adsorbent lotion containing tapioca starch, spent grain wax, Butyrospermum parkii extract, argania spinosa kernel oil, aloe barbadensis, rosehip oil, and allantoin with a low-potency topical corticosteroid in the treatment of intertrigo](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33811776/) Shea butter · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
- [Lactobionic acid in a natural alkylpolyglucoside-based vehicle: assessing safety and efficacy aspects in comparison to glycolic acid](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20367666/) Lactobionic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010
- [Efficacy and Tolerability of Stable Hybrid Cooperative Complexes of High- and Low-Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid in Asian Patients: An Open-Label Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40921777/) Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid · Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2026
- [Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of a Panthenol-Enriched Mask for Skin Barrier Recovery After Facial Laser Treatment: Results of a Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40613435/) Panthenol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025
- [Formulation and evaluation of exotic fat based cosmeceuticals for skin repair](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20046792/) Mangifera indica seed butter · Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2008
- [A 10% Lactobionic acid-containing moisturizer reduces skin surface pH without irritation-An in vivo/in vitro study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30859734/) Lactobionic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
- [Nanostructured Lipid Carrier Based Gel Containing α-Tocopherol and α-Tocopheryl Acetate for Synergistic Cutaneous Antiaging Efficacy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41309687/) Tocopheryl acetate vitamin e · Scientific Reports, 2025
- [Effect of an Emollient Emulsion Containing 15.0% of Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride on the Urocanic Acid of the Stratum Corneum](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37109405/) Caprylic capric triglyceride · Life, 2023
- [Nanocomplex of quaternized cyclodextrin grafted chitosan and hyaluronic acid for a skin delivery](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36279763/) Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid · Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces, 2022
- [Safety assessment on comedogenicity of dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate in Asian subjects: A double-blind randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34471722/) Tocopheryl acetate · Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021
- [Effects of fermented tea seed oil on the skin lipid barrier and microbiome of sensitive skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41319188/) Camellia sinensis seed oil · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026
- [Exploring the microbiota-skin-brain axis: Chicory extract biotransformed into a postbiotic neurocosmetic enhancer of social and sensory experience](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41427825/) Cichorium intybus leaf extract · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026
- [Efficacy and safety of combination cream of stimu-tex AS™ (spent grain wax, Argania Spinosa Kernel oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (shea butter) extract), and saccharide isomerate after fractional CO2 laser procedure: split-face, double blinded, randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41134387/) Butyrospermum parkii butter shea butter · Lasers in Medical Science, 2025
- [Novel Cyclized Hexapeptide-9 Outperforms Retinol Against Skin Aging: A Randomized, Double-Blinded, Active- and Vehicle-Controlled Clinical Trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40586182/) Hexapeptide-9 · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025
- [Evaluation of Saponin-Rich Callus from Saponaria officinalis L. as a Novel Scrub Material with Significant Exfoliating and Anti-Inflammatory Effects](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40431100/) Saponins · Plants, 2025

## The brands

- British skincare: [Elemis](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/elemis)
- Skincare: [FRE](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/fre)

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## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi compares products by their fit scores, calculated from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this comparison: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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