SKIN THAT'S
BRIGHTFULLY YOURS™
For Ole Henriksen, great skin begins with a positive outlook—an effervescent optimism and zest for life that allows you to glow from the inside out. His Scandinavian heritage and colorful nature led him to design a simple, joyful, yet powerful approach to skincare.
The OLEHENRIKSEN skincare collection is built on a product philosophy of exfoliate, treat and soothe, which originated in Ole’s Beverly Hills spa, to bring incredible, transformative results to clients all over the world. Each product in the line—from easy daily regimens to professional-strength systems—combines efficacious powerful actives, natural botanicals and essential fatty acids to address clients’ skin concerns. As a tribute to Ole’s spa heritage, intoxicating scents and luxurious textures create a total experience that delights the senses.
HERITAGE
Ole Henriksen was born in Nibe, a picturesque village in the Danish countryside, and his idyllic childhood was filled with laughter, music, dancing and summers on the water. His love affair with skincare began at an early age… On cold winter mornings, his mother would lovingly apply cream to his face to protect his tender skin from the elements.
At the age of 19, Ole ventured out into the world as a dancer and fell in love with Jakarta, Indonesia. However, while enjoying his tropical paradise, Ole developed cystic acne. His friend and talented esthetician, Lagita, was able to restore Ole’s skin to happy, healthy vitality through botanical treatments. Seeing his skin improve dramatically through proper care inspired him to help others: his life was forever transformed.
HOLLYWOOD’S SKINCARE EXPERT
Ole devoted himself to skincare and cosmetic chemistry, studying at the Christine Shaw College of Beauty in London (he was a star student, he would want us to mention) before setting his sights stateside. After a brief stint in San Francisco, Ole opened his own spa in 1975 in West Hollywood, mixing concoctions in his kitchen and bringing them on the back of his bicycle to treat his celebrity clients.
Ole quickly developed a cult following and in 1983, he launched his namesake product line so clients could enjoy spa results at home. Today, Ole continues to create new products that treat, nurture and protect the skin. Along the way, he shares his uplifting and inspiring message of the transformative power of skincare.
1970
Ole decided to fulfill his dreams and explore the world. He left Denmark, globetrotting, and settled in Indonesia, where he worked as a professional dancer and model. While enjoying his tropical paradise, he developed cystic acne and landed in the hands of a local esthetician, Lagita—who transformed his skin and piqued his interest in skincare.
1975
After graduating from the Christine Shaw College of Beauty in London with honors, Ole moved to Los Angeles and opened the Ole Henriksen of Denmark Skincare Center on Camden Drive in Beverly Hills.
1978
Ole made his national television debut on top-rated talk show, The Mike Douglas Show. Following this appearance, he became a regular guest on A.M. Los Angeles. (Image left – right: Mike Douglas, Ole treating Deidre Hall from Days of Our Lives, and comedian Phyllis Diller).
1983
Ole debuted his first skincare collection, which later became available through mail order, and used his quarterly newsletters to promote, inform, and educate. His business was growing rapidly, so he moved the spa to Sunset Plaza in West Hollywood.
1989
Ole became known as the ultimate celebrity skincare guru. It was a huge honor, though Ole gives each of his clients the star treatment. Because of his meteoric rise in popularity, he was booked a year in advance.
1991
One of Ole’s celebrity clients sought him out to prepare for a major awards ceremony and, upon seeing her radiant, youthful-looking skin in the mirror, exclaimed “Look at my Ole Glow!” The Ole Glow, pure radiance from the inside out, has become our signature.
1995
Ole renamed the spa, and the now Ole Henriksen Face/Body Spa and moved across the street to other side of Sunset Plaza. Through this move, Ole reinvented himself and his brand as he expanded and incorporated state-of-the-art wet room treatments into his menu of services. Simultaneously, he launched a new packaging design, focusing on vivid, cheerful colors—a first in the beauty industry.
2005
Ole and Sephora begin what he refers to as a “lifelong love affair.”
2010
Truth Serum became the No. 1 anti-aging product at Sephora. Whenever he is asked which of his products he absolutely cannot live without, Ole always says Truth Serum.
2011
OLEHENRIKSEN joined forces with LVMH, the world’s leading luxury group, allowing the brand to flourish on a global scale like never before. Business magazine Inc. published a story about this new partnership, as well as Ole’s passion for gymnastics.
2013
Ole attended the annual store conference for VITA in Oslo Norway, celebrating being the No. 1 skincare brand in their 225 stores.
2016
Ole and Sephora continue their “lifelong love affair.” Sephora remains Ole’s No. 1 retail partner.
2017
OLEHENRIKSEN relaunches, making it easier than ever to get the Ole Glow. Every product, now in new Scandinavian-inspired packaging, has been thoughtfully placed into four simple, color-coded collections that solve every possible skin concern.