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Pro-Collagen Marine Cream | Manufacturing and Formulation Insights

This page provides an ingredient-level review of Pro-Collagen Marine Cream by Elemis. Below you’ll find the publicly available ingredient list, a dynamic ingredient breakdown linked to the FormuNova ingredient database, and a formula structure overview intended for cosmetic founders, product developers, and brand teams researching competitor product architecture in modern face moisturizers and related Beauty & Personal Care categories. This page is a formulation and manufacturing review and does not imply or state any association between FormuNova and Elemis.

Full Ingredient List

Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil Unsaponifiables, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Polyacrylate-13, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Stearic Acid, Parfum, Lauryl Laurate, Sodium Benzoate, Xanthan Gum, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Polyisobutene, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Potassium Sorbate, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil, Citric Acid, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Tocopherol, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract, Disodium EDTA, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Isostearate, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Rosa Centifolia (Rose) Flower Extract, Acacia Decurrens Flower Extract, Porphyridium Cruentum Extract, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Linalool, Citronellol, Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil, Cuminum Cyminum Seed Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Limonene, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal

Formulation Deep Dive

The Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream is a high-performance oil-in-water emulsion designed as an anti-aging hydrator to improve skin firmness and reduce wrinkle depth. The carrier system utilizes a high concentration of Glycerin as a humectant, paired with a sophisticated lipid phase including Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, and Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil to provide emolliency and reinforce the skin barrier without a heavy residue. The formula’s active performance is driven by a synergistic marine complex featuring Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract for its firming properties, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract for skin soothing and hydration, and Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract for its antioxidant capacity to defend against environmental stressors. This complex is further supported by Porphyridium Cruentum Extract to enhance the skin’s moisture-holding capacity. Stability is achieved through a robust rheology-modifying network of Polyacrylate-13, Polyisobutene, and Xanthan Gum, while the system is preserved using a combination of Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, and Potassium Sorbate to ensure broad-spectrum microbial protection.

Ingredient Analysis

About our ratings
Water GREAT
Purified water serves as the primary, high-quality solvent in most cosmetics.
Solvent
Glycerin GREAT
To attract and retain moisture in the skin and hair, enhancing hydration and improving barrier function.
Hydrator Moisturizer Emollient Texture Enhancer Conditioner Soother Barrier Support Anti-Aging Agent Solvent
Glyceryl Stearate GOOD
To stabilize oil and water mixtures, enhance product texture, moisturize skin, and condition hair in cosmetic formulations.
Emollient Texture Enhancer Conditioner Emulsifier
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil GOOD
To deeply moisturize, balance oil production, protect skin and hair from oxidative stress, and soothe inflammation.
Moisturizer Emollient Texture Enhancer Conditioner Antioxidant Detoxifier Anti-Inflammatory Agent Barrier Support Oil Control Agent Anti-Aging Agent
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil Unsaponifiables NOT RATED
Dicaprylyl Carbonate GOOD
A light, dry-touch emollient carbonate that also solubilizes UV filters and lipophilic actives.
Emollient Solvent
Isononyl Isononanoate NOT RATED
Dimethicone GOOD
Forms a protective barrier, locks in moisture, smooths skin and hair texture, and enhances product application.
Moisturizer Emollient Texture Enhancer Conditioner Anti-Frizz Agent Barrier Support
Cetearyl Alcohol GOOD
Stabilize and thicken emulsions while depositing a soft, emollient film that improves skin feel and hair manageability.
Moisturizer Emollient Texture Enhancer Conditioner Barrier Support Emulsifier
Coco Caprylate/Caprate GOOD
To condition and soften skin and hair while improving the sensory feel, spreadability, and moisture retention of cosmetic formulations.
Moisturizer Emollient Texture Enhancer Conditioner Barrier Support Solvent
Polyacrylate-13 GOOD
A synthetic rheology modifier that thickens, gels and stabilizes emulsions with a non-tacky feel.
Texture Enhancer Emulsifier
Phenoxyethanol GOOD
A broad-spectrum cosmetic preservative that protects water-containing formulas against bacteria, yeast and mold.
Preservative
Tocopheryl Acetate GOOD
Protect skin and hair from oxidative damage, support barrier integrity, and enhance product texture and conditioning performance.
Moisturizer Texture Enhancer Conditioner Antioxidant Anti-Aging Agent
Stearic Acid GOOD
Thicken and stabilize emulsions, soften skin, enhance sensory richness, and form protective lipid films on skin and hair.
Emollient Texture Enhancer Barrier Support Emulsifier
Fragrance FAIR
The aromatic component of a cosmetic — a blended scent that defines a product’s smell and sensory experience, used within IFRA safe-use limits and with required allergen declaration.
Lauryl Laurate NOT RATED
Sodium Benzoate GOOD
Functions as a preservative (antimicrobial), protecting water-containing formulations from yeast, mold, and bacterial spoilage. Its activity is pH-dependent and strongest in acidic systems (optimal below roughly pH 5), so it is used in low-pH products and frequently paired with potassium sorbate for broader, more robust preservation.
Preservative
Xanthan Gum GOOD
Improves formula viscosity and stability, enhances spreadability, supports skin hydration by forming a moisture-retaining film, and smooths hair appearance.
Hydrator Moisturizer Texture Enhancer Conditioner Soother Barrier Support Emulsifier
Glyceryl Polyacrylate NOT RATED
Polyisobutene NOT RATED
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter GOOD
To provide emollient and occlusive properties that enhance skin hydration and hair manageability.
Moisturizer Emollient Texture Enhancer Conditioner Anti-Frizz Agent Strengthener Barrier Support UV Protector
Potassium Sorbate GOOD
Functions as a preservative (antimicrobial), protecting water-containing formulations primarily against yeasts and molds, with weaker activity against bacteria. Its activity is pH-dependent and strongest in acidic systems (effective below roughly pH 6, optimal near pH 4.4), so it is used in low-pH products and is commonly paired with a second preservative such as sodium benzoate for broad-spectrum coverage.
Preservative
Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil GOOD
To deliver antioxidant protection and lipid nourishment that supports skin and hair barrier integrity.
Moisturizer Emollient Conditioner Antioxidant Strengthener Barrier Support Anti-Aging Agent
Citric Acid GOOD
Acts mainly as a pH adjuster and buffer and as a chelating agent that protects formula stability and preservation; at higher leave-on levels it also serves as a mild exfoliating AHA.
Chelating Agent Exfoliant
Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract NOT RATED
Tocopherol (Vitamin E) GREAT
To provide antioxidant protection, moisturize and condition the skin and hair, support the skin’s barrier function, soothe irritation, and protect against environmental damage.
Moisturizer Emollient Conditioner Antioxidant Soother Barrier Support Anti-Aging Agent
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract GOOD
A green-microalgae extract used to antioxidant-protect, condition and revitalize the look of skin.
Antioxidant Conditioner Barrier Support
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer NOT RATED
Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract NOT RATED
Disodium EDTA GOOD
To bind and deactivate metal ions, ensuring formula stability, consistency, and enhanced sensory and preservative performance in both skincare and haircare products.
Texture Enhancer Cleansing Agent Emulsifier Preservative Chelating Agent
Polysorbate 20 GOOD
To stabilise oil-in-water or water-in-oil mixtures, reduce interfacial tension, solubilise lipophilic actives, and improve formulation texture and performance in skin and hair care systems.
Texture Enhancer Cleansing Agent Emulsifier Solvent
Sorbitan Isostearate GOOD
A nonionic sorbitan-ester emulsifier / co-emulsifier used to stabilize emulsions and wet pigments.
Emulsifier
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract NOT RATED
Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde NOT RATED
Rosa Centifolia (Rose) Flower Extract NOT RATED
Acacia Decurrens Flower Extract NOT RATED
Porphyridium Cruentum Extract NOT RATED
Butylphenyl Methylpropional NOT RATED
Linalool CAUTION
A naturally-occurring floral terpene alcohol fragrance component, listed individually as an EU-declared allergen when present above regulatory thresholds.
Citronellol CAUTION
A naturally-occurring rose-and-citrus terpene alcohol, used as a fragrance component; listed individually as an EU-declared allergen when present above regulatory thresholds.
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil NOT RATED
Cuminum Cyminum Seed Oil NOT RATED
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil GOOD
To clarify skin tone, refine texture, protect against oxidative damage, and balance sebum production through gentle antimicrobial and mild exfoliating action.
Cleansing Agent Astringent Exfoliant Antioxidant Anti-Inflammatory Agent Oil Control Agent Tone Evener Anti-Aging Agent
Limonene CAUTION
A naturally-occurring citrus terpene fragrance component, listed individually as an EU-declared allergen when present above regulatory thresholds.
Geraniol CAUTION
A naturally-occurring rose-scented terpene alcohol, used as a fragrance component; listed individually as an EU-declared allergen when present above regulatory thresholds.
Hydroxycitronellal CAUTION
A naturally-occurring sweet, lily-of-the-valley aromatic aldehyde, used as a fragrance component; listed individually as an EU-declared allergen when present above regulatory thresholds.
The information provided in this review is based on internal research and publicly available sources. It is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, or regulatory advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of this information. Users are encouraged to conduct their own research and consult appropriate professionals before making decisions based on this information.

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