Aēsop skincare
Aēsop is widely loved for its thoughtfully formulated moisturizers, cleansers, and serums, all driven by botanical and scientifically validated ingredients. Its products suit balanced, combination, and sensitive skin best, owing to their gentle yet effective compositions. For targeted concerns, the brand offers standout solutions such as the B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel for acne-prone skin, the Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum for skin with dark spots, and the Damascan Rose Facial Treatment for mature skin. Each carefully crafted formula works harmoniously to support overall skin health and resilience.
This page covers some of the most popular Aēsop products; for the whole Aēsop range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.4Overall rating based on 900+ reviewsReviewers most often praise Aēsop for gentle and effective cleansing, deep hydration and skin-calming properties, and improving skin texture and balance. The most common complaints are high price points and sticky or drying textures.
Highlights
Non-greasy, balancing moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
- “Intensely hydrating yet mattifying effect. — B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
- “absorbs well into the skin — Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
Deep hydration Often Mentioned
- “woke up with baby-soft skin — Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
- “Savior of my winter-fueled dry skin. — B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
- “saved my skin — Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
Luxurious and refreshing scents Often Mentioned
- “smells divine — Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
- “Soft herbal scent that feels fresh and floral. — Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”
High price Mostly Mentioned
- “quantity is too small — Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
- “The price is quite steep. — B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
- “The price is quite high for the amount you get. — Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”
Unpleasant scents Sometimes Noted
- “smells like carrots — Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
- “Nasty smell... would not buy again. — Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”
Packaging issues Sometimes Noted
- “The downside is the pump. — Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”
- “pipette means potential contamination — Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
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Questions and answers
Is Aēsop worth it?
Aēsop is worth considering if you value luxurious, non-greasy moisturizers that provide deep hydration, though reviewers note they come with a high price. Lovi rates the range as versatile across various skin types, and all Aēsop products on this page are fragrance-free.
What are Aēsop's best products?
Aēsop's best products are the Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum, which Lovi rates High across all skin types, and the B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel, which Lovi rates High for combination and acne-prone skin.
Which Aēsop moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The best moisturizer for dry skin is the Damascan Rose Facial Treatment, which Lovi rates High for dry skin, followed by the B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel, which Lovi rates Average.
Does Aēsop cause breakouts?
Aēsop offers products with varying effects on breakouts, as the B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel is rated High for acne-prone skin while the Damascan Rose Facial Treatment is given a Caution.
Is Aēsop fragrance-free?
Yes, every one of the Aēsop products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. Reviewers sometimes note unpleasant scents from natural ingredients, but the brand adds no perfumes.
What are the key ingredients in Aēsop products?
Aēsop formulations incorporate active ingredients such as niacinamide, panthenol, and green tea extract to address various skin needs. Lovi rates the Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum High for skin with dark spots.
How do I build a Aēsop skincare routine?
To build an Aēsop skincare routine, start by cleansing the face with Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser, then apply Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum for deep hydration, and finish with a moisturizer like B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel or Damascan Rose Facial Treatment depending on skin type.
Where can I buy Aēsop, and how much does it cost?
Aēsop products are available at stores in United Arab Emirates on this page, with prices ranging from AED 646.00 to AED 646.00.
Who owns Aēsop, and where is it from?
Aēsop is a brand founded in 1987, owned by L'Oréal Groupe since 2023.
Is Aēsop cruelty-free?
Yes: Cruelty Free International and PETA list Aēsop as cruelty-free.
Which Aēsop cleanser is best for oily skin?
Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser is the cleanser on this page for oily skin, with a Lovi fit level of Average.
Research behind Aēsop's key ingredients
The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer
The Effect of Aloe Vera Clinical Trials on Prevention and Healing of Skin Wound: A Systematic Review
Effect of Camellia japonica oil on human type I procollagen production and skin barrier function
Design and in vivo evaluation of emulgel formulations including green tea extract and rose oil
Highly efficient and compatible shampoo for use after hair transplant
Evolution of lipid composition in skin treated with blackcurrant seed oil
Behind these ratings
Lovi rates every product from its 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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