When it comes to luxury skincare wrapped in minimal elegance, Aesop consistently delivers. Among their most valued offerings is the Lucent Facial Concentrate — a lightweight, vitamin-rich serum that promises hydration, clarity, and a luminous complexion. But why is this product such a force among facial serums?
Let’s talk about it.

Aesop Lucent Facial Concentrate- $135.00
What Is the Lucent Facial Concentrate?
Lucent Facial Concentrate is a daily-use serum formulated with a blend of Vitamin C, Niacinamide, and botanical extracts to hydrate, brighten, and fortify the skin.
It’s designed to be a multi-benefit serum — think of it as a treatment that targets dullness, uneven tone, dehydration, and loss of firmness in one streamlined step.
Key Ingredients and Their Benefits
1. Vitamin C (Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate)
A stabilized form of Vitamin C that:
- Brightens skin and evens out tone
- Helps fade dark spots and hyperpigmentation
- Supports collagen production for firmer skin
2. Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
This powerhouse ingredient:
- Minimizes the appearance of pores
- Strengthens the skin barrier
- Reduces inflammation and redness
3. Botanical Extracts (e.g., Rose Petal, Frankincense, Green Tea)
These soothe and protect the skin while offering antioxidant defense.
4. Sodium Hyaluronate
A form of hyaluronic acid that:
- Deeply hydrates
- Plumps the skin
- Enhances moisture retention without heaviness
What Makes It Unique?
- Elegance in formulation: No harsh fragrances or unnecessary fillers. Just potent, gentle actives and plant-based extracts.
- Minimal yet multi-functional: Delivers multiple skincare benefits with a focused formula.
- Clean luxury: Aesop is known for using thoughtfully sourced ingredients and minimalist packaging without sacrificing effectiveness.
Why I Use Aesop Lucent Facial Concentrate
There come’s a time when you run out of your favorite products, so, you decide to explore some options with different brands. I usually stick to the same brands, because I know the effects they have on my skin and I take my skincare very seriously, as you should know by now. However, I was walking past the Aesop store and I hadn’t known much about the store other than that they always have the most exotic incense burning outside the shop. I went in and was introduced to the most beautiful perfumes and hand scrubs, as well as, facial masks. I was talking to the store associate about my skincare routine and they introduced me to the Aesop Lucent Facial Concentrate. I sampled it on my hand and notice how soft and hydrated it made my skin. Since is was out of Niacinamide I decided to take the samples offered by the shop associate. I can now say that I have a second favorite skincare brand. Definitely will be looking into the full line of fragrances and skincare products. This serum is a must have for pump, hydrated, and radiant skin.