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Elemis vs Aēsop

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Elemis and Aēsop are distinguished skincare brands offering thoughtfully formulated cleansers, serums, and moisturizers. Elemis utilizes nourishing ingredients like glycerin and shea butter, making it best suited for mature and dry sensitive skin. Conversely, the second brand relies on botanical and scientifically validated components to suit balanced, combination, and sensitive skin. Ultimately, the British brand addresses rich conditioning needs, while both collections support overall skin health and resilience through targeted solutions.

Elemis is a British skincare brand founded in 1989 and owned by L'Occitane Group since 2019.

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

Popular Elemis vs Aēsop products

People Say

ElemisAēsop
  • Hydration and Softening Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “skin feels baby soft — Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel”
    • “The cream really hydrates and my face looks amazing. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Night Cream”
    • “woke up with baby-soft skin — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
    • “Savior of my winter-fueled dry skin. — Aēsop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
  • Specific Skin Benefits and Solutions Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Intensely hydrating yet mattifying effect. — Aēsop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
    • “Leaves my face feeling soft after cleansing. — Aēsop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”
    • “Will not remove makeup—which is exactly what you want for a gentle morning wash. — Aēsop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”
    • “no stinging or redness — Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel”
  • Textures and Absorption Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Absorbs almost immediately, and my skin feels well hydrated all day. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
    • “whipped silk feel — Elemis Superfood Midnight Facial”
    • “cloud-light gel formula — Elemis Pro-Collagen Eye Revive Mask”
    • “absorbs well into the skin — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
  • Fragrance and Scent Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like a spa — Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm”
    • “smells like a holiday — Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel”
    • “smells divine — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
    • “Soft herbal scent that feels fresh and floral. — Aēsop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”
  • Skin Exfoliation and Texture Improvement Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “baby soft — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads”
    • “non-stripping formula — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash”
    • “healthy glow — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads”
    • “Skin appears to be brighter, more radiant. — Aēsop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
  • High Price Point Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Complete waste of money for me. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
    • “very expensive — Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm”
    • “quantity is too small — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
    • “The price is quite steep. — Aēsop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
  • Skin Irritation and Breakouts Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “blurry vision — Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm”
    • “It peels horribly no matter how I apply it. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
    • “Developed milia and closed comedones. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
    • “Thick, almost honey-like, and needs a moment to melt in. — Aēsop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel”
  • Strong or Unpleasant Scent Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “smells like carrots — Aēsop Damascan Rose Facial Treatment”
    • “Nasty smell... would not buy again. — Aēsop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”
    • “The smell is very strong... could not handle for long. — Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream”
  • Packaging Issues Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “jar looks half empty — Elemis Superfood Midnight Facial”
    • “tube feels half empty — Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel”
    • “pump broke quickly — Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash”
    • “The downside is the pump. — Aēsop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser”

Questions and answers

Elemis or Aēsop: which is better?

Elemis is better for skin exfoliation and texture improvement as well as textures and absorption, while Aēsop is better for specific skin benefits and solutions. Both brands perform equally well regarding hydration and softening, fragrance and scent, and high price point.

What is the difference between Elemis and Aēsop?

Elemis and Aēsop differ in product focus and formulation, with Elemis featuring a larger range that often includes added fragrance while Aēsop lists no fragrance in the ingredients on this page. Reviewers note that Elemis does better for textures and absorption and exfoliation, whereas Aēsop performs better for specific skin benefits and solutions.

Elemis or Aēsop: which cleanser is better?

Elemis offers more cleanser options on this page, and its Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash achieves a High Lovi fit for many skin types including mature, dry, and acne-prone skin, whereas Aēsop features a single cleanser with an Average fit for those skin types.

Which is more affordable, Elemis or Aēsop?

Both Elemis and Aēsop are noted by reviewers for having a high price point, so neither brand is more affordable on this page.

Which causes fewer breakouts, Elemis or Aēsop?

Aesop does better regarding skin irritation and breakouts compared to Elemis, which sometimes has skin irritation and breakouts noted by reviewers.

Between Elemis and Aesop, which brand offers better options for dry skin?

Elemis offers better options for dry skin on this page, as multiple products like the Pro-Collagen Marine Cream and Pro-Collagen Night Cream achieve a High or Superior Lovi fit level for dry skin. Aēsop also has dry-skin options, but its range features fewer high-fit ratings for this specific skin type.

How do the fragrance options differ between Elemis and Aesop products?

Elemis includes fragrance in 18 out of 22 of the products on this page, whereas every Aēsop product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. Reviewers note that Elemis sometimes has a strong fragrance, while Aēsop is occasionally noted for unpleasant scents.

Which brand performs better for skin exfoliation and texture improvement?

Elemis performs better for skin exfoliation and texture improvement. Reviewers on the page frequently note smoother skin texture with Elemis products.

Elemis or Aēsop: which moisturizer is better?

Elemis is better for hydrating moisturizers and luxurious textures, with products like the Pro-Collagen Marine Cream showing a High fit for dry skin and dry sensitive skin. Aēsop also offers effective options such as the B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel, which has a High fit for combination and acne-prone skin.

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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