# Aēsop vs Catrice

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/compare/aesop-vs-catrice

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Aēsop and Catrice represent two distinct approaches to daily beauty rituals, encompassing thoughtful moisturizers, cleansers, [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/serum), and refined eye products driven by botanical and scientifically validated ingredients. The Australian botanical line suits balanced, combination, and sensitive skin best, while the German brand founded in 2004 suits combination, oily, and normal skin best. Both offer reliable daily performance, though they differ in their specialized offerings, such as the B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel, Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum, and [Damascan Rose](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/rose) Facial Treatment from the first, and the Under Eye Brightener from the second.

Catrice is a German skincare brand founded in 2004 and owned by cosnova.

[catricecosmetics.com](https://www.catricecosmetics.com/pages/about)

This page compares some of the most popular Aēsop and Catrice 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=pg2974c31ffa).

### Popular Aēsop vs Catrice products

#### Aēsop

- [Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/aesop/parsley-seed-facial-cleanser/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [Damascan Rose Facial Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/aesop/damascan-rose-facial-treatment/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [€74.75 at Lookfantastic](https://www.lookfantastic.fr/p/aesop-damascan-rose-facial-treatment-25ml/10363345/)
- [B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/aesop/b-triple-c-facial-balancing-gel/for/combination-skin) — High fit
- [Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/aesop/parsley-seed-anti-oxidant-intense-serum/for/dark-spots) — High fit

#### Catrice

- [Under Eye Brightener](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/catrice/under-eye-brightener/for/dry-skin) — High fit

## Questions and answers

### Aēsop or Catrice: which is better?

Aēsop offers a much wider selection of skincare items on this page, whereas Catrice only features an Under Eye Brightener. Reviewers note that Aēsop provides deep hydration with non-greasy, balancing moisturizers, though they come with a high price.

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

Aesop offers a wide range of face moisturizers, cleansers, and [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/serum) with high to average Lovi fit levels across most skin types, whereas Catrice only features an Under Eye Brightener on this page. Reviewers report that Aesop products provide deep hydration and non-greasy balancing, though they come with a high price.

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

Catrice tends to be more affordable, whereas Aēsop has a high price that is mostly mentioned by reviewers. Reviewers also frequently note that Aēsop products offer deep hydration and non-greasy, balancing moisturizers.

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

Aēsop offers products on this page like B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel that help with acne-prone skin, whereas Catrice only features the Under Eye Brightener on this page, which has an Average fit for breakouts.

### Which brand has products with High Lovi fit for dry skin, Aēsop or Catrice?

Both Aēsop and Catrice have products with a High Lovi fit for dry skin, as seen with the Aēsop [Damascan Rose](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/rose) Facial Treatment and Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Intense Serum, and the Catrice Under Eye Brightener.

### Which brand was founded earlier, Aēsop or Catrice?

Aēsop was founded earlier, in 1987, whereas Catrice was founded in 2004.

### Do products from Aēsop and Catrice contain fragrance in their ingredients?

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

## 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
- [Skin delivery of epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) and hyaluronic acid loaded nano-transfersomes for antioxidant and anti-aging effects in UV radiation induced skin damage](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28155509/) Sodium hyaluronate · Drug Delivery, 2017
- [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
- [Benefits of topical hyaluronic acid for skin quality and signs of skin aging: From literature review to clinical evidence](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36200921/) Sodium hyaluronate · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
- [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
- [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
- [Effect of a topical antioxidant serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and ferulic acid after Q-switched 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser for treatment of environment-induced skin pigmentation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32052907/) Tocopherol · Journal of Cosmetic 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
- [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
- [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
- [Whitening effect of alpha-bisabolol in Asian women subjects](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20642768/) Bisabolol · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2010
- [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
- [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
- [Efficacy and safety of combination cream of stimu-tex AS™ (spent grain wax, Argania Spinosa Kernel oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (shea butter) extract), and saccharide isomerate after fractional CO2 laser procedure: split-face, double blinded, randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41134387/) Butyrospermum parkii butter shea butter · Lasers in Medical Science, 2025

## The brands

- Skincare: [Aēsop](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/aesop)
- German skincare: [Catrice](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/catrice)

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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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