Honey, organic sugar, pomegranate and grapefruit juice — these aren’t the ingredients to a bakery treat, but for Ole Henriksen’s new all natural sugar glow face scrub.

“The popularity of the african red tea exotic body scrub prompted me to develop a product that incorporated sugar and honey for the face,” says Ole. “After seeing the results my clients received with their body scrub, I knew that creating the sugar glow face scrub, would allow the same anti-aging and gentle exfoliation benefits for their face as well.”

The pomegranate seeds and raw organic sugar act as an exfoliant to dislodge dead skin cells for dry aging skin that may be too sensitive for harsher scrubs. Meanwhile, the honey and citrus juices work to polish the skin leaving skin hydrated and luminous.

Having had acne prone skin I have used many different chemically based exfoliants that leave my skin over dried, raw and flakey. What I liked most about using a scrub with all natural ingredients is that it left my skin feeling soft and better prepared for my moisturizer.

Go ahead, this is the one time you can judge a product by its cover, the sugar really does make your skin glow.

With Valentine's day just weeks away, it's time to start thinking about what to get that special someone. According to Ole, one of the key elements to having a long lasting relationship is never take your other half for granted. "Make sure you notice each other every day and pay each other compliments each day," says Ole. "Start each day off by giving each other a nice hug and kiss before going your separate ways." One way to show your partner you care is by treating them to stress-free day of pampering. Flowers and candy will only last a few weeks, so give her a gift that keeps on giving. Create your own personalized kit with these perfect pairings. Learn how to mix and match Ole's favorites below!

Gift Guide - For Her

african red tea exotic body scrub and clarifying body wash ($89)

These two make a perfect pair for a soothing body treatment at home. She can use the body scrub to give herself a head to toe glow and follow with our soothing and softening clarifying body wash. Add a little of the body wash in her next bath for a luxurious bubble bath.

sugar glow face scrub and feel the difference face mask ($73)

If she's a beauty buff, she'll love being one of the first to try this delicious scrub made with organic sugar, honey and pomegranate seeds. It is the perfect match for our feel the difference face mask, which cools, firms and hydrates skin with the antioxidant power of african red tea. She'll be able to enjoy a mini facial at home anytime!

lavender body oil and body sleek ($56)

Pamper the woman you love most with a romantic lavender massage. Apply the lavender body oil and then finish with our hydrating body sleek for a truly relaxing and skin pampering massage. "The aromas are beautiful, and it’s something both of you can enjoy together,” says Ole.

Gift Guide - For Him

loofah body scrub and muscle comfort lotion ($58)

Give the man in your life the gift of smooth skin all over his body. He'll love the mentholated scrub and lotion to soothe his tired muscles at the end of a long day. “It's a perfect combo for fatigued muscles and dry, rough skin," says Ole.

walnut complexion scrub and all purpose aloe vera gel ($54)

Our walnut face scrub is perfect for dislodging ingrown hairs associated with shaving. A Jack Nicholson favorite and perfect pairing, all purpose aloe vera gel is perfect for men because it's oil-free formula is packed with natural ingredients that protect skin that is prone to oil and visible pores. Aloe vera reduces redness and calms the skin, while spirolina (a micro algae) kills bacteria and increases circulation. This duo makes the perfect gift for relieving dryness and irritation associated with shaving.

clean shave and pick me up face mist ($49)

Improve his grooming routine with a natural foaming shaving gel and after shave toner. “Clean shave will help enhance his masculine look and allow him to get a nice clean shave every time,” says Ole. "Pick me up works well as an after shave to tighten pores and prevent ingrown hairs without the overdrying effects."

In the cold winter months, a thick, creamy body lotion is an absolute must.

Ole Henriksen’s body sleek lotion is bursting with essential fatty acids and vitamins. Your skin will feel delicious from the apricot, almond, avocado and sunflower oils that help retexturize and oxygenate your skin. Ultra-light and watery lotions are no match for this delightfully full bodied cream that penetrates your skin, rather than just coating the surface.

The non-irritating formula and light fresh scent is perfect for even the most sensitive skin and promises to keep your body’s largest organ well insulated.

I’ve been struggling with cystic acne for years, a condition that occurs when inflamed lumps develop under the skin’s surface that pulsate and can be painful to the touch. I tried every acne treatment in existence before finding one that really worked. Most of the products I tried only temporarily treated my acne and left my skin overly dry and agitated. The blemish attack kit was my latest and final attempt at treating my skin and after just 3 months of daily use, I’m happy to say that it has transformed my skin and reduced my acne worries.

It works because it incorporates three products that fight bacteria under the skin without irritation. “Many other products are too aggressive and don’t work enough on balance,” says Ole. “I try to instead create products with extracts that are calming, soothing, and take the redness out topically.”

Here’s how it works.

Roll on blemish attack This is my favorite item in the trio. This convenient roll on applies benzoyl peroxide directly to the inflamed areas to kill bacteria. It also sloughs away dead skin cells and clears up blemishes without causing irritation or dryness. Use nightly under your night crème for best results.

Blemish attack daily defense gel This protective gel incorporates glycolic and lactic acid to control oil production. It also has salicylic acid to remove excess dry and flaky skin and hyaluronic acid to prevent over drying. Use after cleansing in the morning under your moisturizer and makeup.

Blemish attack purifying mask Purifying clays and calming botanicals absorb impurities, minimize breakouts and reduce surface oils. Eucalyptus helps oxygenate your skin and prevents infection. Use two to three times per week for 30 minutes for ultimate protection.

There are two kinds of people who need a toner. The first are those with oily or blemish prone skin. The second are those looking to prevent premature signs of aging. Chances are you fit one of those descriptions, but how exactly do they do all of these extraordinary things?

“Tonics are wonderful treatment products that help oxygenate and make your skin more receptive to the serum and cream that follows,” says Ole.

“Your skin has a natural pH level of 4.2 to 5.6,” says Nanyamka Sheffield, director of national training at OLEHENRIKSEN. “Cleansing your face strips your skin of its acid mantle and causes your skin’s pH to rise because tap water has a higher pH of 7. According to Sheffield, it can take 30 minutes to eight hours for your skin to restore its original pH and rebuild its acid mantle. During this open window, your skin is susceptible to free radicals and environmental aggressors that can speed up the aging process and lead to bacterial growth. The benefit of using a toner is that it restores your pH balance and helps rebuild your acid mantle.

“Think about it this way, you wouldn’t wash your clothes and take them out before the rinse cycle because there is still leftover residue,” says Sheffield. “Using a toner is a necessary step to properly cleanse your face.”

So the answer is yes, a toner is a necessary step in caring for your skin. Ole offers a variety of toners that address everything from anti-aging and puffy under-eyes to dull skin and oily T-zones. Unlike other brands that contain astringents that over dry the skin, Ole’s tonics are designed to calm and soothe the skin.

Why do you use your toner? Let us know in the comments below.

During the drier and colder winter months, it is more important than ever to keep your skin properly hydrated. Apply a generous amount of your favorite OLEHENRIKSEN crème to maintain the elasticity and youthfulness of your skin. Don’t try to press or rub the product too firmly on your face as this unnecessarily stretches the skin and can encourage wrinkle formation. Instead, gently rub in circular motions from the base of your neck upwards to help improve blood flow.

To finish it off, apply an eye cream like our fresh start or visual truth eye crème by taking a small dab on your ring finger and dab lightly starting from your temples to the inner corner of your eye. Now your skin is ready to take on the cool winter weather!

When prepping for a big red carpet event, Ole encourages his celebrity spa regulars to try his natural “Botox” treatment. While most of us will never walk the red carpet, this treatment is perfect to give your skin a boost before your New Year’s Eve festivities. Fill 4-6 brackets in an ice cube tray with the detoxifying and anti-inflammatory african red tea face mist. Convert into ice cubes, then wrap one cube in a thin white cotton handkerchief to protect your hands against the cold surface as you glide it across your entire face in slow motion. This will help release the antioxidant-packed African red tea as it melts into your skin to firm, lift and tighten your skin for a younger, more luminous complexion.