Aesop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser

Aesop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser

Review

Does Aesop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser work?

Aesop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser is a type of skincare product designed to be rinsed off, peeled off, or otherwise removed from the skin. Research confirming the moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, and soothing effects of such products is very limited. Therefore, we do not provide efficacy ratings for these types of skincare products.

However, you can explore the roles of specific ingredients in the Ingredients Explained section below.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
75
6
4
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2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
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0.3
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0.3
0.3
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0.3
0.3
0.3
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Water
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Sodium Laureth Sulfate
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Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters
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Sodium PEG-7 Olive Oil Carboxylate
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Coco-Betaine
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Potassium Lactate
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PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
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Sodium Citrate
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Lactic Acid
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Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
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Glycerin
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Seed Oil
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Ormenis Multicaulis Oil
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Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Oil
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Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
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Carum Petroselinum (Parsley) Seed Oil
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Methylchloroisothiazolinone
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Methylisothiazolinone
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Linalool
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Limonene
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Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %75
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Sodium Laureth SulfateSLES, not to be confused with SLS (sodium lauryl sulfate), is a synthetic soap-like ingredient used in cleansing products. It foams well and removes oil and dirt. SLES may cause skin dryness and irritation, although it is considered less irritating than SLS.
Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters
Sodium PEG-7 Olive Oil Carboxylate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Sodium PEG-7 Olive Oil Carboxylate
Coco-Betaine
Est. %2
Function
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Coco-BetaineA naturally-derived cleansing agent often paired with other surfactants. It can help make other cleansing agents less harsh on the skin, and it also provides high amounts of fine foam.
Potassium Lactate
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Potassium Lactate
PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
Est. %1.3
Function
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PEG-120 Methyl Glucose DioleateA synthetic thickener often used in cleansing formulations. It can create very thick cleansing products while maintaining foaming ability.
Sodium Citrate
Est. %1
Function
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Sodium CitrateA salt of citric acid that has a salty and tart flavor and is used as a fragrance. It is mildly basic, meaning that its addition to a skincare product can adjust the pH upward.
Lactic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactic AcidThe most popular AHA in skincare and less irritating than glycolic acid. It can be naturally found in sour milk. It is a humectant moisturizing, pH stabilizing, and gently exfoliating ingredient, able to soften dry, cracked, and peeling skin.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) OilAn essential oil derived from common, or true, lavender. It is used in skincare for its lovely, calming scent. Like all essential oils, however, it may cause a contact skin allergy in more sensitive individuals.
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
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Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilA liquid plant wax, also known as Jojoba oil, pressed from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis. These seeds can contain up to 50% of liquid wax. It is used as an occlusive moisturizer, emollient, and emulsifier.
Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Seed OilA richly emollient and occlusive moisturizing fatty oil extracted from black currant seeds. It has a unique content of polyunsaturated fatty acids and is suitable for oily and acne-prone skin.
Ormenis Multicaulis Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ormenis Multicaulis OilA fragrant essential oil isolated from the flowers of the Moroccan chamomile. The scent may vary from camphoraceous to fruity or balsamic, depending on the harvest location.
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower OilAn essential oil obtained from chamomile flowers. The oil is a powerful anti-inflammatory agent with a soothing scent and has a blue color due to its chamazulene content.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root ExtractAn extract from the licorice root. It contains a well-researched anti-inflammatory compound called glycyrrhizin that can reduce inflammation. Licorice root extract is also used for its powerful antioxidant effects and ability to treat pigmentation.
Carum Petroselinum (Parsley) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Carum Petroselinum (Parsley) Seed Oil
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Est. %0.3
Function
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MethylchloroisothiazolinonePartners in crime, methylisothiazolinone and methylchloroisothiazolinone are preservatives that usually come as a package deal. These preservatives are effective but have reports of irritation and are now used mostly in wash-off products where the contact time is lower.
Methylisothiazolinone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MethylisothiazolinoneA synthetic preservative often paired with methylchloroisothiazolinone. It has been reported to cause some irritation, which is why it is mostly used in wash-off products.
Linalool
Est. %0.3
Function
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LinaloolA fragrant, volatile compound naturally present in many essential oils. It has a pleasant scent and is often used in skincare products as a fragrance. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Limonene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Limonene

One of the most used fragrances in skincare products. It is produced from the peels of citrus fruits and has a fresh, pleasant, citrusy smell. People who are sensitive to citrus should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.