Ole Henriksen skincare
Ole Henriksen is an American skincare brand founded in 1983 and owned by LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE since 2011.
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Ole Henriksen is loved for its vibrant moisturizers, targeted serums, refreshing toners, and exfoliating masks powered by effective formulas. Its products suit dry skin and dry sensitive skin best because of their nourishing profiles. For specific concerns, the PHAT Glow Facial addresses acne-prone skin, the C-Rush Brightening Double Crème targets dark spots, and the Banana Bright Vitamin C Serum cares for mature skin. Together, these thoughtful offerings provide a dependable foundation for daily routines.
This page covers some of the most popular Ole Henriksen products; for the whole Ole Henriksen range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.4Overall rating based on 15.5k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise Ole Henriksen for brightening the complexion, improving skin texture, and delivering deep hydration. The most common complaints are skin irritation and being too heavy or abrasive.
Highlights
Intense hydrating and plumping moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
- “melts into the skin beautifully — Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer”
- “instantly doubles hydration — Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer”
- “skin looks firmer and brighter — Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer”
Sticky residue and textures Often Mentioned
- “The texture is a bit sticky — PHAT Glow Facial”
- “leaves face sticky for hours — Banana Bright Vitamin C Serum”
- “texture was kind of sticky — Glow2OH Dark Spot Toner”
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Questions and answers
Is Ole Henriksen good for oily skin?
Ole Henriksen fits oily skin well, with the brand-focused routine rating High for this skin type. The Glow2OH Dark Spot Toner and PHAT Glow Facial both rate High for oily skin.
Is Ole Henriksen worth it?
Ole Henriksen is worth it for shoppers looking for rich, hydrating moisturizers, though some users report a sticky residue. Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for dry skin, sensitive skin, and combination skin.
What are Ole Henriksen's best products?
Ole Henriksen's best products are the PHAT Glow Facial, which rates Superior for fading dark spots, and the Banana Bright Vitamin C Serum, Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer, and Glow2OH Dark Spot Toner, which all rate High for various skin types. Reviewers frequently mention that the moisturizers provide intense hydration and plumping, though some users note a sticky residue and texture.
Which Ole Henriksen moisturizer is best for dry skin?
Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer is best for dry skin, and C-Rush Brightening Double Crème is another option. Lovi rates the first High for dry skin and the second Average.
Does Ole Henriksen cause breakouts?
Ole Henriksen is unlikely to cause breakouts, as the brand features multiple products with high fit ratings for acne-prone and oily acne-prone skin. Reviewers note that the moisturizers help hydrate and plump the skin, though some users mention a sticky texture.
Is Ole Henriksen fragrance-free?
No, only half of the Ole Henriksen products on this page list no fragrance. The Glow2OH Dark Spot Toner, PHAT Glow Facial, and C-Rush Brightening Double Crème contain fragrance.
What are the key ingredients in Ole Henriksen products?
Ole Henriksen products feature key ingredients like vitamin C in the Banana Bright serum, peptides in the Strength Trainer moisturizer, and glycolic acid in the Glow2OH toner. Reviewers mostly mention that the moisturizers help provide intense hydration and plumping.
How do I build a Ole Henriksen skincare routine?
To build an Ole Henriksen routine for dry skin, start your morning with a hydrating cleanser followed by a hydrating toner, the Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer, and a sunscreen. In the evening, use a pre-cleanser, a cleanser, the Banana Bright Vitamin C Serum, and the Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer. Once a week, add a nourishing mask into your evening routine before applying your serum and moisturizer.
Where can I buy Ole Henriksen, and how much does it cost?
Ole Henriksen products are available on this page with prices in France ranging from €17.90 to €99.44, while most items fall between €19.00 and €99.44.
What are good alternatives to Ole Henriksen?
Good alternatives to Ole Henriksen with pages on Lovi include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These brands offer various options depending on individual skin needs and routines.
Ole Henriksen vs CeraVe: which is better?
Ole Henriksen fits dry skin and sensitive skin slightly better than CeraVe, while CeraVe fits oily skin and acne-prone skin better. Both brands rate Superior for combination skin. Reviewers mention that Ole Henriksen provides intense hydrating and plumping moisturizers, though some note sticky residue and textures.
Who owns Ole Henriksen, and where is it from?
Ole Henriksen is an American brand founded in 1983, owned by LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE since 2011.
Is Ole Henriksen cruelty-free?
Yes: PETA lists Ole Henriksen as cruelty-free.
Is Ole Henriksen good for dry skin?
Ole Henriksen is a good choice for dry skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers mostly mention that the moisturizers provide intense hydration and plumping. The Ole Henriksen products on this page range from fragrance-free to scented options.
Is Ole Henriksen good for sensitive skin?
Ole Henriksen fits sensitive skin well, as Lovi rates sensitive skin routines Superior for the brand. Reviewers often mention intense hydrating and plumping moisturizers, and the Ole Henriksen products on this page include fragrance-free options as well as fragranced formulas.
Is Ole Henriksen good for acne-prone skin?
Ole Henriksen works well for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates the brand's routines High for this skin type. Products like the PHAT Glow Facial and Glow2OH Dark Spot Toner offer High fit levels for acne-prone skin. Reviewers often mention sticky textures, but the brand provides intense hydration and plumping benefits.
Is Ole Henriksen good for skin with dark spots?
Ole Henriksen works well for skin with dark spots, with PHAT Glow Facial rating Superior for this concern and other items rating High. The brand offers helpful products like the Glow2OH Dark Spot Toner and Banana Bright Vitamin C Serum to address uneven tone.
Is Ole Henriksen good for mature skin?
Ole Henriksen fits mature skin well, as Lovi rates multiple products like the Banana Bright Vitamin C Serum and PHAT Glow Facial High for this skin type. Reviewers frequently mention that the brand offers intense hydrating and plumping moisturizers, though some note a sticky residue.
Research behind Ole Henriksen's key ingredients
The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer
Combination of microneedling and glycolic acid peels for the treatment of acne scars in dark skin
Apigenin inhibits UVA-induced cytotoxicity in vitro and prevents signs of skin aging in vivo
Behind these ratings
Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
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Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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