Aesop Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm, a multi-use skincare hero originally launched in 1990, remains a top-rated product nearly four decades later. The beloved item was ranked among the greatest beauty products of all time on a list of 100 of the best releases ever by Beauty Inc.’s Women’s Wear Daily.
Published in February 2026, the lineup comprises several heavy-hitters across skincare, makeup, hair styling tools, and more, with the most iconic picks “chosen by the people who know best — beauty industry insiders,” the outlet announced. “These products are all ‘original, and either reimagine or simply imagine something that doesn’t exist,’ said Linda Wells, editor of Air Mail Look and founding editor of Allure, who acknowledged the saturation of today’s market and likened the current rate of new product development to running a marathon at the pace of a sprint.”
Including the Aesop Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm, which retails for about $37 for a small yet mighty 2.4-ounce tube, is an understandable choice given its reputation: the popular product is rated 4.5/5 stars with over 1,800 reviews on Amazon. Officially, the brand describes it as a non-greasy, readily absorbed balm made with a botanical blend that “effectively moisturises the hands and cuticles to leave them feeling soft and supple,” though like similar hand creams, it can be used on other areas of the body, too.
The ingredients include nourishing butters like Shea and Cocoa, along with fragrant oils such as coconut, grapefruit, cedarwood, lavender, mandarin orange, and rosemary. Dubbed Aesop’s “first-ever product for the skin,” the staple’s “after-feel makes it ideal for frequent use on dry or parched skin,” its website promises.
Meanwhile, WWD noted it has “a scent to remember,” with a “formula known for its absorbent dry-down.”
View this post on InstagramMade for all skin types and specifically meant to provide moisture to any area, but especially those prone to dryness like hands, elbows, or knees, it has become known for its rich consistency and texture, and quick absorption. Users claim it helps skin feel hydrated, that “a little goes a long way,” and that the scent is “really relaxing.”
One fan is a self-proclaimed loyalist: “Have used this hand cream for years and it’s the best. The price is a little pricey but worth it and smells wonderful, it feels like a spa experience.”
“Love it! 1000% recommend it!!” another raved, as a third chimed in with a review reading, “Thick and luxurious, a delicious hand cream that’s great for knees and elbows too. Aesop products are expensive but they deliver real quality. They are never greasy and feel lovely on my skin.”
As with most products, however, there are mixed reviews. Some claim it doesn’t live up to the hype, with others reporting that it has an unpleasant smell similar to WD-40, is “luxe” but “lacks hydration” for its price point, and produces no noticeable results after two weeks of use.
Providing more insight into what went into choosing which favorites made the final cut on the roundup, WWD added, “True hero products all share similar attributes. ‘Fundamentally, the product has to be extraordinary, and you need to know how to get the consumer to fall in love,’ said Jane Hertzmark Hudis, executive vice president and chief brand officer at the Estée Lauder Cos. Pointing to formula performance, sensoriality, packaging and marketing, she continued, ‘All of that has to work together in a cogent way to make you love it — not just for the week, but for life. And that’s the difference.’”
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