From the owner: Aesop is an Australian skin care company established in 1987, offering a range of skin, hair and…read morebody care formulations created with meticulous attention to detail. Our considered product range also includes personal fragrance and formulations for the home. Our objective has always been to formulate products of the finest quality; we investigate widely to source plant-based and laboratory-made ingredients from reputable suppliers across the globe, and use only those with a proven record of safety and efficacy. A sincere interest in sustainable design extends to every aspect of our workings, including our stores, which are created with functionality, sensory pleasure and setting in mind. We look forward to hosting you, at Aesop Bärengasse or online.

I am very picky about my soaps, especially citrus based ones. I found that this one is closer to…read moremandarin than other soaps that I have bought that lean more toward an orange scent (yes I can actually smell the difference). The bars are $$$, however, I found a distributor in Portland that wasn't as far away from the bookstore, therefore, got hooked up with a few samples. I used to buy these direct on-line, however, took advantage of the no tax thing and bought a bar or two from a store in Portland, therefore, this review is both for the store and the head office...multi purpose review. I made sure this time when I ordered on-line that I got a year's supply, however, they've just released their lemon lavender which is amazing.