Aesop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser Versus Aesop Parsley Seed Facial Cleansing Oil
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Aesop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser 21 ingredients
Aesop Parsley Seed Facial Cleansing Oil 15 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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Aesop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser 21 ingredients
Aesop Parsley Seed Facial Cleansing Oil 15 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters
Emollient
Sodium PEG-7 Olive Oil Carboxylate
Emulsifying
Coco-Betaine
CleansingPotassium Lactate
BufferingPEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
Emulsifying
Sodium Citrate
BufferingLactic Acid
Buffering
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Ribes Nigrum Seed Oil
Emollient
Ormenis Multicaulis Oil
Masking
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil
Masking
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Carum Petroselinum Seed Oil
Masking
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters, Sodium PEG-7 Olive Oil Carboxylate, Coco-Betaine, Potassium Lactate, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Sodium Citrate, Lactic Acid, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Glycerin, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Ribes Nigrum Seed Oil, Ormenis Multicaulis Oil, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Carum Petroselinum Seed Oil, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Linalool, Limonene
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
Emollient
C12-13 Pareth-3
EmulsifyingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Bisabolol
Masking
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Ormenis Multicaulis Oil
Masking
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil
Masking
Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Carum Petroselinum Seed Oil
Masking
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningLinalool
Perfuming
Persea Gratissima Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, C12-13 Pareth-3, Tocopherol, Glycine Soja Oil, Bisabolol, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Ormenis Multicaulis Oil, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Carum Petroselinum Seed Oil, Beta-Carotene, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil is more commonly known as lavender essential oil. It is considered a fragrancing ingredient.
Lavender imparts a famous scent. While the smell is lovely, this ingredient and may sensitize skin in topical products. This is because about 85% of the oil is made up of linalool and linalyl acetate.
When exposed to air, these two compounds become strong allergens. This ingredient exhibits cytotoxicity at low concentrations; amounts of 0.25% have been shown to damage skin cells.
A study from Japan found this ingredient caused lavender sensitivity after widespread exposure.
Lavender essential oil has some antimicrobial, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties. However, the cons of this ingredient may outweight the pros.
More research is needed to confirm lavender essential oil's effects when used in aromatherapy.
Lavandula Angustifolia is known as the English Lavender and famous for creating purple fields in Provence, France.
Learn more about Lavandula Angustifolia OilOrmenis Multicaulis Oil is an oil.
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil comes from the chamomile flower (like the tea you drink).
Essential oils from chamomile have been found to improve wound healing due to its antimicrobial properties.
Chamomile oil can help soothe and hydrate your skin.
Learn more about Chamomilla Recutita Flower OilCarum Petroselinum Seed Oil is a fragrance and is an oil.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolIngredient Ratings
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Aesop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser 21 ingredients
Aesop Parsley Seed Facial Cleansing Oil 15 ingredients
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Aesop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser 21 ingredients
Empty, had a good experience, not repurchasing right away.
This is embarrassingly expensive however it has lasted me a year with daily use and it is a pleasure to use (thick gel that lathers nicely so you do not need a lot). The gel is hydrating even though it is a gel formula.
Left my skin clean and bright. Did not heal redness but did prevent breakouts while living in a polluted city. I Show more
