Amazing Face Cleanser

Name: Aesop Amazing Face Cleanser
Brand: Aesop

cleanserluxury

Overall score6.0

Aesop Amazing Face Cleanser scores 6.0/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in formulation safety (9.0) and low irritation risk (8.9).

✶ Hero ingredients

#2Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Foaming surfactant

#3Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Gentle coconut-derived surfactant

#5Glycerin

One of the most effective humectants

Score breakdown

Overall

6.0

Hydration Efficacy3.3

Irritation Risk8.9

Active Ingredient Strength2.0

Ingredient Transparency7.5

Formulation Safety9.0

Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.

Scores last verified: April 2026

What makes Aesop Amazing Face Cleanser stand out

Aesop Amazing Face Cleanser is a decent cleanser with an overall score of 6.0/9.8. Positioned in the luxury bracket, it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Glycerin, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on low irritation risk (8.9). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger and active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.

Is this right for you?

Great for

✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula

May not suit

⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture
⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment

Key ingredients

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Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #5 in the INCI list
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Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil
Softens and smooths — #7 in the INCI list
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Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
Softens and smooths — #8 in the INCI list
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Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
Softens and smooths — #10 in the INCI list

Full ingredient list

14 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)

#1Water (Aqua)#2Sodium Laureth Sulfate #3Cocamidopropyl Betaine #5Glycerin #6Polysorbate 20 #7Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil #8Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil #9Phenoxyethanol #10Cananga Odorata Flower Oil #11Methylchloroisothiazolinone #12Methylisothiazolinone #13D-Limonene #14Linalool #15Benzyl Benzoate

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Ingredient breakdown

Other ingredient3
Holds the formula together3
Softens and smooths3
Added scent3
Draws in moisture1
Keeps the product fresh1

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