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Elemis vs Aēsop

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Elemis and Aēsop are distinguished skincare lines known for expertly formulated serums, moisturizers, cleansers, and toners driven by nourishing botanical ingredients, glycerin, shea butter, and scientifically validated compounds. The British brand suits dry, balanced, and sensitive skin best with its deeply hydrating formulations, while the latter caters to balanced, combination, and sensitive skin through gentle yet effective compositions. Both brands offer standout solutions for targeted concerns like acne-prone skin, dark spots, and mature skin, differing primarily in their specific ingredient philosophies and sensory experiences.

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?

Both Elemis and Aēsop excel in different areas, as Elemis is noted for textures and skin exfoliation, while Aēsop is preferred for specific skin benefits and solutions.

What is the difference between Elemis and Aēsop?

Elemis offers a larger selection of products on this page with varying Lovi fit levels for different skin types, whereas Aēsop features a smaller curated range where every product lists no fragrance. Reviewers note that Elemis does better for skin exfoliation and texture improvement, while Aēsop excels at specific skin benefits and solutions.

Elemis or Aēsop: which cleanser is better?

Both brands offer cleansers on this page, but Elemis does better for skin exfoliation and texture improvement. The products on this page for Elemis include options like the Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash, which has a High Lovi fit level for mature and sensitive skin.

Which is more affordable, Elemis or Aēsop?

Both Elemis and Aēsop are noted by reviewers for having a high price point. Therefore, neither brand stands out as more affordable than the other on this page.

Which causes fewer breakouts, Elemis or Aēsop?

Aēsop causes fewer breakouts, whereas reviewers sometimes note skin irritation and breakouts with Elemis.

Elemis or Aēsop: which brand has more products containing fragrance?

Elemis has more products containing fragrance, with 18 out of the 22 products on this page listing fragrance, whereas Aēsop has no products containing fragrance listed on this page.

Which brand was founded earlier, Elemis or Aēsop?

Aēsop was founded earlier, in 1987, whereas Elemis was founded in 1989.

Elemis or Aēsop: which brand is owned by L'Oréal Groupe?

Aēsop is owned by L'Oréal Groupe, having been acquired in 2023.

Elemis or Aēsop: which moisturizer is better?

For moisturizers on this page, Elemis helps deliver hydrating and luxurious textures, while Aēsop helps provide non-greasy and balancing options. Elemis features options like the Pro-Collagen Marine Cream with a Superior fit for mature skin, whereas Aēsop offers products such as the Damascan Rose Facial Treatment with a High fit for dry 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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