# Taro vs Aēsop

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Taro and Aēsop are two distinctive skincare lines known for providing reliable daily care through thoughtfully formulated products. Taro offers targeted [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/serum) featuring carefully crafted formulas like [Tretinoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/tretinoin) Cream, suiting sensitive, dry, and combination skin best. Conversely, the second brand is widely loved for its botanical and scientifically validated moisturizers, cleansers, and serums, such as the B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel, Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum, and [Damascan Rose](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/rose) Facial Treatment, which best suit balanced, combination, and sensitive skin. While both share an affinity for gentle yet effective compositions, they differ in their primary product types and specific ingredient focuses to support individual skin health.

This page compares some of the most popular Taro and Aēsop 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=pgfef119063b).

### Popular Taro vs Aēsop products

#### Aēsop

- [Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/aesop/parsley-seed-facial-cleanser/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [Damascan Rose Facial Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/aesop/damascan-rose-facial-treatment/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/aesop/b-triple-c-facial-balancing-gel/for/combination-skin) — High fit
- [Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/aesop/parsley-seed-anti-oxidant-intense-serum/for/dark-spots) — High fit

#### Taro

- [Tretinoin Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/taro/tretinoin-cream/for/combination-skin) — High fit

## Questions and answers

### Taro or Aēsop: which is better?

Aēsop is a better fit than Taro for most skin types on this page, offering high fits for dry, sensitive, and acne-prone skin through options like its Parsley Seed [serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/serum). Taro has a high fit specifically for combination and acne-prone skin with its [Tretinoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/tretinoin) Cream.

[The New England Journal of Medicine, 1993](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8336752/)

### What is the difference between Taro and Aēsop?

Aēsop offers a broader range of moisturizers, cleansers, and serums on this page, whereas Taro features just one product, Tretinoin Cream. For acne-prone skin, Taro achieves a High Lovi fit level, and Aēsop has varying levels from Low to High depending on the specific product.

[The New England Journal of Medicine, 1993](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8336752/) [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32210603/)

### Which is more affordable, Taro or Aēsop?

Aēsop's high price is mostly mentioned by reviewers, while Taro does not have pricing feedback mentioned on this page. However, no direct pricing comparisons can be made from the available page facts.

### Which causes fewer breakouts, Taro or Aēsop?

Both brands offer products that fit acne-prone skin well, such as Taro Tretinoin Cream and Aēsop Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum, which both achieve a High fit level for this skin type. However, Aēsop also includes items like [Damascan Rose](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/rose) Facial Treatment that present a Low fit or Caution for acne-prone skin.

[The New England Journal of Medicine, 1993](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8336752/) [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32210603/)

### When were Taro and Aēsop founded and who currently owns them?

Taro was founded in 1950 and is currently owned by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited, while Aēsop was founded in 1987 and is owned by L'Oréal Groupe.

### Do any products from Taro or Aēsop contain added fragrance?

Every product from both Taro and Aēsop on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

### What do reviewers say about the scent and price of Aēsop products?

Reviewers note that Aēsop products feature luxurious and refreshing scents, though unpleasant scents are sometimes mentioned, and they frequently highlight the high price of the range.

## 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
- [Restoration of collagen formation in photodamaged human skin by tretinoin (retinoic acid)](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8336752/) Tretinoin · The New England Journal of Medicine, 1993
- [Mechanistic Basis and Clinical Evidence for the Applications of Nicotinamide (Niacinamide) to Control Skin Aging and Pigmentation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34439563/) Niacinamide · Antioxidants, 2021
- [Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/) Panthenol · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
- [The Effect of Aloe Vera Clinical Trials on Prevention and Healing of Skin Wound: A Systematic Review](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30666070/) Aloe barbadensis leaf juice · Iranian Journal of Medical Sciences, 2019
- [Final report on the safety assessment of BHT(1)](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12396675/) Butylated hydroxytoluene · International Journal of Toxicology, 2002
- [Lactate triggers KAT8-mediated LTBP1 lactylation at lysine 752 to promote skin rejuvenation by inducing collagen synthesis in fibroblasts](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39102921/) Lactic acid · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2024
- [Effect of Camellia japonica oil on human type I procollagen production and skin barrier function](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17386986/) Camellia japonica seed oil · Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2007
- [Clinical Assessment of New Topical Cream Containing Two Essential Oils Combined with Tretinoin in the Treatment of Acne](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32210603/) Tretinoin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2020
- [Green tea extract reduces induction of p53 and apoptosis in UVB-irradiated human skin independent of transcriptional controls](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18631247/) Camellia sinensis leaf extract · Experimental Dermatology, 2009
- [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
- [Poly-L-Lactic acid increases collagen gene expression and synthesis in cultured dermal fibroblast (Hs68) through the TGF-β/Smad pathway](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36575891/) Lactic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023
- [Application of Standardized Rosa damascena Stem Cell-Derived Exosomes in Dermatological Wound Healing and Scar Management: A Retrospective Case-Series Study with Long-Term Outcome Assessment](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40733118/) Damascan rose · Pharmaceutics, 2025
- [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
- [Efficacy assessments of tretinoin-loaded nano lipid carriers in acne vulgaris: a double blind, split-face randomized clinical study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34146120/) Tretinoin · Archives of Dermatological Research, 2022
- [Topical tretinoin for treating photoaging: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35620028/) Tretinoin · International Journal of Women's Dermatology, 2022
- [High molecular compounds (polysaccharides and proanthocyanidins) from Hamamelis virginiana bark: influence on human skin keratinocyte proliferation and differentiation and influence on irritated skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11684194/) Witch hazel water · Phytochemistry, 2001
- [Fatty acids based α-Tocopherol loaded nanostructured lipid carrier gel: In vitro and in vivo evaluation for moisturizing and anti-aging effects](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32129554/) Vitamin e · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Nanogel Containing Gamma-Oryzanol-Loaded Nanostructured Lipid Carriers and TiO2/MBBT: A Synergistic Nanotechnological Approach of Potent Natural Antioxidants and Nanosized UV Filters for Skin Protection](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37242453/) Xanthan gum · Pharmaceuticals, 2023
- [Subclinical, non-erythematous irritation with an open assay model (washing): sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) versus sodium laureth sulfate (SLES)](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11278060/) Sodium laureth sulfate · Food and Chemical Toxicology, 2001
- [Stretchable skin hydrating PVB patches with controlled pores' size and shape for deliberate evening primrose oil spreading, transport and release](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35929319/) Oenothera biennis oil · Biomaterials Advances, 2022
- [Development of stable tocopherol succinate-loaded ethosomes to enhance transdermal permeation: In vitro and in vivo characterizations](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35274433/) Vitamin e · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
- [Efficacy of cosmetic formulations containing dispersion of liposome with magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, alpha-lipoic acid and kinetin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22236139/) Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate · Photochemistry and Photobiology, 2012
- [Effect of seasonal and geographical differences on skin and effect of treatment with an osmoprotectant: Sorbitol](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23752031/) Sorbitol · Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2013
- [Topical application of highly concentrated water-in-oil emulsions: Physiological skin parameters and skin penetration in vivo - A pilot study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31525444/) Isopropyl myristate · International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2019
- [Design and in vivo evaluation of emulgel formulations including green tea extract and rose oil](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24451077/) Rosa damascena oil flower, Damascan rose · Acta Pharmaceutica, 2013
- [Highly efficient and compatible shampoo for use after hair transplant](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26229498/) Chamomilla recutita oil flower matricaria oil flower · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2015
- [Tocopherol succinate-loaded ethosomal gel synthesized by cold method technique: Deeper biophysical characterizations for translational application on human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38268219/) Vitamin e · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
- [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
- [Evaulation of irritation potential of surfactant mixtures](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18503452/) Sodium laureth sulfate · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 1999
- [Evolution of lipid composition in skin treated with blackcurrant seed oil](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19456920/) Ribes nigrum seed oil · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 1988
- [Impact of dermal emulsions containing diacyl phospholipids, mono acyl phospholipids, sodium lauryl ether sulfate and polysorbate 80 in combination with UVA irradiation on human skin physiology in vivo: A pilot study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42617898/) Sodium laureth sulfate · International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2026

## The brands

- Skincare: [Taro](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/taro)
- Skincare: [Aēsop](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/aesop)

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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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