1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Hydration
Aesop
Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque
face neck mask
Aesop
Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque
face neck mask
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Fit by skin type
General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.
Dry
72%
Combination (dry)
72%
Balanced
98%
Combination (oily)
68%
Oily
68%
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14
Ingredients
5
Benefits
0
Actives
Treat your complexion to the ultimate at-home indulgence with the Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque (60ml) from Aesop. Full of antioxidants and enhanced with purified clay, this effective treatment removes excess dirt and grime. With an infusion of botanical extracts rich in nourishing fatty acids, including aloe vera and parsley seed extract, it smooths the surface of your skin while ensuring it's not left feeling tight. Whether you're having a pamper-filled night in or simply feel like your complexion is craving some TLC, indulge in this wash-off mask that'll be a treat for your senses and skin with its comforting texture and natural scent.
Key Insights
Benefits
5
Anti-Aging
Hydration
Oil Control
Pore Minimizer
Soothing
Risks
2
Alcohol
Allergen
Full Ingredients
14 total
About Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque
Overview
Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque is a cushioning mask from Aesop. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 14 ingredients, each broken down in full below.
Texture and finish
By its ingredient list the formula reads as moderately cushioned — emollient enough to feel like a cream, without the heaviest occlusives near the top. The oils in it point to a dewy, emollient finish rather than a matte one. Hydration is handled by Glycerin, Water and Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.
What the formula does
Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Glycerin, Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice and Oenothera Biennis Oil.
Soothing: Moderate. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice and Oenothera Biennis Oil.
Oil control: Moderate. Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine, and here that comes from Kaolin.
Who it suits
On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry), Combination (oily) and Oily skin. Several ingredients carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive, this is one to patch test carefully or approach slowly.
What it does not target
The formula contributes little or nothing on barrier support, antioxidant protection, brightening and tone and cell renewal. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.
What is not in it
Reading the full list, the formula is paraben-free, silicone-free, microplastic-free, sulfate-free, dye-free and no animal-derived ingredients. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging. It does contain fragrance, essential oils and drying alcohol, worth knowing if your skin reacts to any of them.
Where it fits in a routine
It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes after serums. Seal in your serums with it; in the morning, sunscreen still goes on top.
This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.
Pros and cons
Drawn purely from the ingredient list
Pros
- Silicone-free
- No microplastics
- Strong humectant content for hydration
Things to know
- Contains fragrance or declared fragrance allergens
- Contains essential oils, a common source of reactivity
- Contains drying alcohol high in the list
- 2 ingredients could feed malassezia (fungal acne)
- Several ingredients carry irritation flags
Which skin types it suits
Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.
Suitable for
- Balanced skin
Less suitable for
- Dry skin
- Combination (dry) skin
- Combination (oily) skin
- Oily skin
Sensitive skin
Several ingredients here carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive or you have rosacea, introduce this slowly, or ask a dermatologist first.
Skin concerns
Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.
Helps with
-
Hydration 5 ingredients
Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy
-
Anti-Aging 3 ingredients
Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
-
Soothing 2 ingredients
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin
-
Oil Control 1 ingredient
Regulates sebum production to reduce shine and greasiness
-
Pore Minimizer 1 ingredient
Tightens and refines the look of enlarged pores
Does not target
Anti-Acne
Blackhead Reducing
Dark Spot Fading
Evens Skin Tone
Smooths Bumpy Skin
None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.
Key ingredients
The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Naturally occurring substances, kaolin (CI 77004)
Oil Control
Pore Minimizer
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is the juice expressed from the leaves of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae
Soothing
Hydration
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane
Hydration
Anti-Aging
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Oenothera Biennis Oil is the fixed oil derived from the seeds of the Evening Primrose, Oenothera biennis, Onagraceae
Hydration
Anti-Aging
Soothing
8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil is an oil from the Hip Rose, Rosa canina L., Rosaceae
Hydration
Anti-Aging
Formula analysis
Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.
Hydration
High
Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin
Barrier support
None
Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity
Antioxidant support
None
Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution
Oil control
Moderate
Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine
Brightening
None
Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks
Soothing
Moderate
Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity
Cell renewal
None
Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover
Firmness signalling
None
Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support
What is and is not in it
Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.
Free from
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Microplastic-free
- Sulfate-free
- Dye-free
- No animal-derived ingredients
Contains
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Fragrance
Linalool, Limonene
-
Essential oils
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Linalool, Limonene
-
Drying alcohol
Alcohol Denat.
-
Facial oils
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Carum Petroselinum Seed Oil
What to layer it with
Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.
Compatible with
- Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
- Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
- AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
- BHA (salicylic acid)
- PHAs (gluconolactone)
- Benzoyl peroxide
- Azelaic acid
- Copper peptides
- Bakuchiol
- Niacinamide
- Hyaluronic acid
- Ceramides
- Signal peptides
- Panthenol
- Sunscreen
Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.
Where it fits in a routine
Morning
Evening
- Cleanse
- Toning
- Treat
- Moisturise
- Protect
This product is the "Moisturise" step.
- Seal in your serums with it; in the morning, sunscreen still goes on top.
Safety and suitability
Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
- Fungal acne (malassezia)
- 2 ingredients could feed malassezia: Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Carum Petroselinum Seed Oil. That is about the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that you will break out.
- Sensitive and reactive skin
- Several ingredients here carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive or you have rosacea, introduce this slowly, or ask a dermatologist first.
- Recorded ingredient risks
- Alcohol, Allergen
Ingredients by function
Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 14 ingredients on the label.
4
Solvent
Dissolves and carries everything else
3
Preservative
Keeps the product free of microbial growth
3
Texture agent
Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula
2
Fragrance / colour
Changes how the product smells or looks
2
Emollient
Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells
1
Humectant
Draws water into the upper layers of skin
1
Exfoliant
Loosens or dissolves dead surface cells
1
Occlusive
Forms a film that slows water loss
1
Plant extract
Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent
Ingredient breakdown
Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.
- Estimated level
- 30–80%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Solvent
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Hydration
3 scientific references
- Skin Research and Technology, May 2015, pages 131-136
- Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, November-December 1999, pages 344-351
- Journal of Cosmetic Science, September-October 1993, pages 249-262
- Estimated level
- 5–20%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Exfoliant, Texture agent
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Naturally occurring substances, kaolin (CI 77004)
Oil Control
Pore Minimizer
5 scientific references
- Molecules, August 2016, pages 1–20
- The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, December 2013, pages 19–27
- Complementary Medicine Research, April 2012, pages 75–79
- International Geology Review, July 2010, pages 745–770
- International Journal of Toxicology, 2003, pages 37–102
- Estimated level
- 5–20%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Plant extract
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is the juice expressed from the leaves of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae
Soothing
Hydration
4 scientific references
- Journal of Food Science and Technology, April 2021, pages 1, 217–1, 226
- International Journal of Pharmaceutics, June 2020, pages 1-14
- Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, April 2020, pages 299-308
- International Journal of Toxicology, 2007, pages 1-50
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Texture agent, Solvent, Preservative
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Alcohol Denat. is ethyl alcohol that is denatured with one or more denaturing agents in accordance with the national legislation of each European Community (EU) country.
Alcohol
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Humectant, Occlusive, Texture agent, Solvent
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane
Hydration
Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
- Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation, March 2021, pages 223-231
- International Journal of Toxicology, November/December 2019, Volume 38, Supplement 3, pages 6S-22S
- International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2016, ePublication
- British Journal of Dermatology, July 2008, pages 23-34
- Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2007, pages 75-82
- Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, June 2003, pages 7, 360-7, 365
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the flowers of the Lavender, Lavandula angustifolia, Labiatae. ISO 8902:2009
Allergen
- Estimated level
- 1–5%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Emollient
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Oenothera Biennis Oil is the fixed oil derived from the seeds of the Evening Primrose, Oenothera biennis, Onagraceae
Hydration
Anti-Aging
Soothing
2 scientific references
- Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, January 2016, pages 188-193
- Annals of Dermatology, December 2014, pages 706-712
- Estimated level
- 1–5%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Emollient
8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil is an oil from the Hip Rose, Rosa canina L., Rosaceae
Hydration
Anti-Aging
5 scientific references
- Fresenius Environmental Bulletin, 2018, pages 744-748
- International Journal of Molecular Sciences, June 2017, pages 1–37
- International Journal of Toxicology, 2017, pages 51S-129S
- African Journal of Biotechnology, May 2010, pages 2, 709-2, 716
- Czech Journal of Food Science, 2009, pages 178-184
- Estimated level
- 1–5%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Fragrance / colour
9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
3,7-Dimethyl octa-1,6-diene-3-ol
Allergen
- Estimated level
- under 1%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated under 1% of the formula.
Ormenis Multicaulis Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the herb Moroccan Chamomile, Ormenis multicaulis, Compositae
- Estimated level
- under 1%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Solvent, Fragrance / colour
11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated under 1% of the formula.
1-Methyl-4-Isopropenylcyclohexene; dipentene
Allergen
- Estimated level
- under 1%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated under 1% of the formula.
Parsley Oil. Carum Petroselinum Seed Oil is a volatile oil obtained from the seeds of the Parsley, Carum petroselinum L., Apiaceae. It contains apiol, terpene and pinene
- Estimated level
- under 1%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Preservative
13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated under 1% of the formula.
5-Chloro-2-methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one
- Estimated level
- under 1%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Preservative
14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated under 1% of the formula.
2-Methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one
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Frequently asked questions
What ingredients are in Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque?
WATER, KAOLIN, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE, ALCOHOL DENAT., GLYCERIN, LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA OIL, OENOTHERA BIENNIS OIL, ROSA CANINA FRUIT OIL, LINALOOL, ORMENIS MULTICAULIS OIL, LIMONENE, CARUM PETROSELINUM SEED OIL, METHYLCHLOROISOTHIAZOLINONE, METHYLISOTHIAZOLINONE.
How do I use Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque?
After cleansing the area apply a thin layer of mask over your entire face and neck. Allow the mask to work in for 5-15 minutes before rinsing completely with cool water. For oily/combination skin types use twice weekly and once if you have dry skin.
What skin types is Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque good for?
Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry), Combination (oily), Oily skin.
Is Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque good for sensitive skin?
Some ingredients here carry irritation flags, so sensitive skin should patch test on the jawline for a few days before applying it to the whole face.
Is Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque fungal acne safe?
2 ingredients could feed malassezia: Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Carum Petroselinum Seed Oil. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.
Can I use Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque while pregnant?
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.
Is Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque fragrance free?
No — it contains Linalool, Limonene.
Does Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque contain alcohol?
Yes — it contains Alcohol Denat..
Is Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque silicone free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.
Does Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque contain essential oils?
Yes — it contains Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Linalool, Limonene.
Is Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque paraben free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.
What can I layer with Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque?
It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.
When should I apply Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque?
Use it morning and evening, after serums.
How many ingredients does Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque have?
It lists 14 ingredients, of which 0 are recorded as actives.
Who makes Parsley Seed Cleansing Masque?
Aesop.
Brand
Aesop