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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 two thoughtfully formulated skincare brands known for their moisturizers, cleansers, and serums. BYOMA relies on a signature tri-ceramide complex and squalane, whereas the latter is driven by botanical and scientifically validated ingredients. The first brand suits dry skin and oily skin best, while the second suits balanced, combination, and sensitive skin. They differ fundamentally in their ingredient philosophies, offering distinct pathways to improved skin barrier hydration and resilience.

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 for the products on this page, whereas Aēsop has fewer packaging issues according to reviewer feedback.

What is the difference between BYOMA and Aēsop?

BYOMA products on this page offer better value and pricing alongside faster-absorbing textures, whereas Aēsop products are more frequently noted by reviewers for high pricing and packaging issues. Both brands perform equally well when it comes to supporting the skin barrier and providing hydration.

BYOMA or Aēsop: which cleanser is better?

When comparing cleansers, BYOMA offers more options with High Lovi fit levels across skin types, including dry, sensitive, and acne-prone skin, compared to Aēsop's Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser which has Average or Low fits on those same types. Reviewers also note that BYOMA provides hydrating and non-stripping cleansers.

Which is more affordable, BYOMA or Aēsop?

BYOMA offers better value and pricing on the products on this page compared to Aēsop, which reviewers frequently note for its high price point.

Which causes fewer breakouts, BYOMA or Aēsop?

BYOMA products on this page are rated as having a High fit for acne-prone skin, whereas Aēsop products vary from Average to Low or Caution fit for acne-prone skin.

Which brand has more fragrance-free products, BYOMA or Aësop?

BYOMA has more fragrance-free products on this page than Aēsop, with 16 out of 17 products listing no fragrance, while every product on the Aēsop page lists no fragrance.

Which company was founded more recently, BYOMA or Aësop?

BYOMA was founded more recently in 2022 in the United Kingdom, whereas Aēsop was founded earlier in 1987.

How do the review themes rate the packaging issues for BYOMA compared to Aësop?

When comparing packaging issues, Aësop is rated worse than BYOMA according to the review themes on this page.

BYOMA or Aēsop: which moisturizer is better?

When comparing moisturizers, BYOMA generally wins on value and barrier support with options like its Moisturizing Rich Cream, which Lovi rates as a Superior fit for dry skin. Aēsop offers luxurious alternatives like the B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel, but its products often come at a much higher 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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