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BYOMA vs Aēsop

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

BYOMA and Aēsop are thoughtfully formulated skincare lines that offer moisturizers, cleansers, serums, and more, driven by distinct ingredient philosophies. BYOMA utilizes nourishing tri-ceramide and squalane to suit dry and dry sensitive skin best, whereas the latter relies on botanical and scientifically validated ingredients to best suit balanced, combination, and sensitive skin. While both brands feature standout products targeting acne-prone skin, dark spots, and mature skin, they differ in their core active compounds and the specific skin types they serve most deeply.

BYOMA is a British skincare brand founded in 2022 and owned by Bansk Group since 2025.

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This page compares some of the most popular BYOMA and Aēsop products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular BYOMA vs Aēsop products

People Say

BYOMAAēsop
  • Skin Barrier and Hydration Support Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “helped heal my barrier — BYOMA Hydrating Serum”
    • “Absorbs instantly — BYOMA Moisturizing Gel-Cream”
    • “woke up with baby-soft skin — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
    • “Intensely hydrating yet mattifying effect. — Aēsop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
  • Texture and Absorption Mostly MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “sinks in quickly — BYOMA Brightening Serum”
    • “sinks in immediately — BYOMA Hydrating Serum”
    • “no irritation on sensitive skin — BYOMA Hydrating Serum”
    • “Soft herbal scent that feels fresh and floral. — Aēsop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”
  • Value and Pricing Often MentionedNot noted
    • “budget-friendly — BYOMA Brightening Serum”
    • “Budget-friendly skincare — BYOMA Brightening Toner”
    • “great value for money — BYOMA Hydrating Serum”
  • Packaging Issues Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “The downside is the pump. — Aēsop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”
    • “pipette means potential contamination — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
    • “The dropper is surprisingly ineffective — Aēsop Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum”
    • “Opening is huge — BYOMA Brightening Toner”
  • High Price Point Not notedMostly Mentioned
    • “quantity is too small — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
  • Sticky Texture and Pilling Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Rolls off skin — BYOMA Moisturizing Gel-Cream”
    • “Waterier than most essences — BYOMA Brightening Toner”
    • “A little bit sticky — BYOMA Clarifying Serum”
    • “Thick, almost honey-like, and needs a moment to melt in. — Aēsop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”

Questions and answers

BYOMA or Aēsop: which is better?

BYOMA offers better value and pricing, whereas Aēsop has fewer packaging issues on the products on this page. Both brands provide equal support for skin barrier and hydration.

What is the difference between BYOMA and Aēsop?

BYOMA offers a larger selection of products on this page with better pricing and superior texture and absorption, whereas Aēsop is more expensive and has more packaging issues. Both brands offer equal skin barrier and hydration support.

BYOMA or Aēsop: which cleanser is better?

BYOMA offers better cleansers on this page, such as the Milky Moisture Cleanser which has a Superior fit level for dry skin, whereas Aēsop has only one cleanser listed, the Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser, which has a Low fit level for dry and dry sensitive skin.

Which is more affordable, BYOMA or Aēsop?

BYOMA is more affordable than Aēsop, as review themes note that high price is a drawback for Aēsop while value and pricing are advantages for BYOMA.

Which causes fewer breakouts, BYOMA or Aēsop?

When it comes to breakouts, BYOMA scores a High Lovi fit for acne-prone skin on most of its products on this page, while Aēsop's Damascan Rose Facial Treatment is rated Low for acne-prone skin.

Which brand has been around longer, BYOMA or Aēsop?

Aesop has been around longer, having been founded in 1987 compared to BYOMA, which was founded in 2022.

How does the country of origin differ between BYOMA and Aēsop?

BYOMA was founded in the United Kingdom in 2022, whereas Aēsop has no country of origin listed on this page.

Which brand offers products containing fragrance?

BYOMA offers products containing fragrance, as 16 of the 17 products on its page list no fragrance while the Smoothing Body Serum does, whereas every product on the Aäsop page lists no fragrance.

BYOMA or Aēsop: which moisturizer is better?

When it comes to moisturizers, BYOMA generally does better for value, pricing, texture, and absorption, offering a wide range of options like the Moisturizing Rich Cream that fits dry skin with a Superior Lovi fit level. Aēsop also provides deep hydration with products like the Damascan Rose Facial Treatment, but reviewers frequently note its high price point.

Research behind their key ingredients

Behind this comparison

Lovi compares products by their fit scores, calculated 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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