Dynamic Resurfacing Super-C Serum
The Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Super-C Serum is a serums, essence, ampoule. Our analysis of its 38 ingredients (28 low-risk) rates it Excellent (99/100). Heads up: it contains fragrance, which can irritate sensitive or reactive skin.
Product Ingredient Safety Breakdown (EWG Rating Ratings)
CIR Findings Breakdown
| EWG | CIR | Ingredient Name & Cosmetic Functions | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
1
|
|
Water
(Solvent) |
|
|
2
|
A
|
Glycerin
(Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care Agent, Oral Health Care Drug, Skin Protecting, Viscosity Decreasing Agent, Perfuming, Solvent) |
Good for Dry Skin
Fungal Acne Trigger
|
|
1
|
A
|
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
(Antioxidant) |
|
|
1
|
B
|
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
(Emollient, Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
1
|
A
|
Pentylene Glycol
(Skin Conditioning, Solvent) |
|
|
1
|
B
|
Isopropyl Isostearate
(Binding Agent, Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Binding) |
Bad for Oily Skin
Fungal Acne Trigger
|
|
1
|
|
Isopentyldiol
(Solvent) |
|
|
1
|
|
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
(Emulsion Stabilising, Viscosity Controlling) |
|
|
2
|
A
|
Citric Acid
(Chelating Agent, Fragrance, Ph Adjuster, Buffering Agent, Masking) |
Bad for Sensitive Skin
|
|
1
|
A
|
Carbomer
(Emulsion Stabilising, Viscosity Increasing Agent, Gel Forming, Viscosity Controlling) |
|
|
|
TOCOPHEROL
(Antioxidant, Fragrance, Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
1
|
|
Verbascum Thapsus Extract
(Skin Conditioning, Smoothing) |
|
|
1
|
|
Hydroxyacetophenone
(Antioxidant) |
|
|
3
|
A
|
Sodium Benzoate
(Fragrance, Preservative, Anticorrosive, Masking) |
|
|
1
|
A
|
Disodium EDTA
(Chelating Agent, Viscosity Controlling) |
|
|
3
|
A
|
Potassium Sorbate
(Fragrance, Preservative) |
|
|
3
|
B
|
Achillea Millefolium Extract
(Antidandruff Agent, Cleansing, Masking, Refreshing, Skin Conditioning, Soothing, Tonic) |
|
|
1
|
|
Alchemilla Vulgaris Extract
(Astringent, Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
|
|
Malva Sylvestris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
(Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
1
|
|
Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
(Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
|
|
Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract
(Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
1
|
|
Primula Veris Extract
(Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
1
|
|
Veronica Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
(Astringent, Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
|
|
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
(Fragrance, Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning Emollient) |
|
|
|
|
PARFUM
(Fragrance, Perfuming) |
|
4
|
A
|
Sodium Metabisulfite
(Antioxidant, Preservative, Reducing) |
|
|
1
|
A
|
Sorbitan Isostearate
(Emulsifying, Surfactant) |
|
|
|
|
Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract
(Astringent, Fragrance) |
|
|
1
3
|
|
Papain
(Hair Conditioning, Lytic Agent, Skin Conditioning, Antistatic Agent) |
|
|
1
|
A
|
Behenyl Alcohol
(Binding Agent, Emulsion Stabilising, Viscosity Increasing Agent, Binding, Emollient, Viscosity Controlling) |
|
|
|
|
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
(Skin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling) |
|
|
1
|
A
|
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
(Viscosity Increasing Agent, Emollient, Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning, Surfactant, Viscosity Controlling) |
|
|
|
|
Capsanthin/Capsorubin
(Cosmetic Colorant) |
|
|
1
|
A
|
Stearyl Alcohol
(Emulsion Stabilising, Fragrance, Emulsifying, Surfactant, Foambooster, Viscosity Increasing Agent, Emollient, Foam Boosting, Masking, Opacifying, Refatting, Viscosity Controlling) |
|
|
1
|
|
Protease
(Lytic Agent, Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
1
3
|
|
Subtilisin
(Lytic Agent, Skin Conditioning, Keratolytic) |
|
|
3
|
|
Tocopheryl Acetate
(Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning) |
Bad for Oily Skin
|
|
|
|
rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
(Antimicrobial, Fragrance, Skin Conditioning) |
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