Aesop
Aesop is an Australian skin, hair and body care brand, founded in Melbourne in 1987 and now owned by L'Oréal. Its formulas blend plant-based and lab-made ingredients, usually packed in amber glass. The UK site sells the full range for home delivery, and orders can also be collected from Aesop's British stores.
About Aesop
Across the range
- Face: cleansers, toners, serums and moisturisers, including lines such as Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant and In Two Minds for combination skin.
- Body: cleansers, balms and exfoliating scrubs.
- Hair: shampoos, conditioners and treatments.
- Fragrance and home: perfumes and room aromas.
Products are built around specific concerns, so it helps to know your skin or hair type before choosing.
Ethics and ingredients
Every Aesop product is vegan, and the brand holds Leaping Bunny cruelty-free approval. It has been a certified B Corp since 2020. Formulas pair botanical extracts with lab-made ingredients, and the brown glass bottles help protect what's inside. Each formula is tested for safety and performance before release. A global head office in London sits alongside the Melbourne roots.
Shopping Aesop in the UK
Aesop has shops around the UK, among them a Mayfair flagship and Covent Garden locations, and click and collect links the website to them. Unused products can be returned within 14 days of delivery. Gift cards are sold, and payment is by Visa, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. NHS staff and Blue Light members can get a discount. For order questions, phone the UK team on +44 203 637 4577.
Sustainability at Aesop
Certified B Corp since 2020. Leaping Bunny cruelty-free. All products are vegan.
Aesop quick facts
| Delivery | <p>UK delivery available. Check website for current shipping options.</p> |
|---|---|
| Returns | <p>Returns accepted within 14 days of delivery. Products must be unused.</p> |
| Click & Collect | Yes |
| Payment methods | Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal |
| Gift cards | Yes |
| Loyalty scheme | Aesop Rituals |
| Founded | 1987 |
| Headquarters | Melbourne, Australia (UK stores) |
| Parent company | L'Oréal |
| Stores | UK stores and online |
Aesop contact
- Website
- aesop.co.uk
- Phone
- +44 203 637 4577
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 9am-6pm
Shop Aesop by category
Where Aesop sits on Shopperazzi, with the other shops in each.
Follow Aesop
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Aesop FAQs
Who owns Aesop?
Aesop began in Melbourne, Australia, in 1987 and is now part of L'Oréal. It also runs a global head office in London.
What is Aesop's returns window?
You have 14 days from delivery to send products back, and they need to be unused. Contact the UK customer service team if you are unsure.
Can I collect an online order in store?
Yes, click and collect is available, so you can pick up an order from an Aesop store instead of waiting for a courier.
Does Aesop sell gift cards?
Yes. Gift cards are available, which helps when you are buying for someone whose skin type or scent preferences you don't know.
