lifestyle

Meet Susanne Kaufmann, the founder of the pioneering clean beauty brand

It's one of our genuine cult brands on our shelves. Susanne Kaufmann is the pioneer of clean beauty. A brand with sensory and creamy bestsellers that we adore, and recently reformulated to be even cleaner, more sustainable, and more responsible. We met with the founder, Susanne Kaufmann, to discuss ethical commitment, reformulations, and bestsellers...

#seo : susanne kaufmann

Susanne Kaufmann is one of the cult green brands at Oh My Cream. Why was it important for you to create a clean sustainable brand from the beginning? 

“Sustainability, the use of renewable resources, cutting-edge science and intelligent product design has been integral to the development of our skincare range for almost two decades. For us, a sustainable approach must encompass conscious production, sustainable packaging innovation, manufacturing process and a deep respect for nature and people. This has always been our philosophy. It has always been about the entire picture.”

Where did your commitment towards nature preservation and sustainability come from?

“Growing up in the Austrian Alps, I grew up surrounded by beautiful nature and always had a fascination with plants, and the healing powers they possess. The power of nature continues to serve as an inspiration for me – as seen through our use of responsibly sourced ingredients and local production. I believe if we take from nature, we must also preserve it."

The brand celebrated its 20th anniversary this year! How would you say it has evolved since its start?

“I’m immensely proud of how much we’ve grown both as a brand and spa, with people now experiencing us on a global scale in Europe, North America and beyond. Our recent, exciting collaboration with Byredo has also allowed us to reach a new audience and create a fragrance – a personal passion of mine. However, as we continue to grow, we will always remain true to our brand's DNA and ethos.”

“The power of nature continues to serve as an inspiration for me.”

#seo : deep cleansing oil susanne kaufmann

You must have your own favourites among all the Susanne Kaufmann skincare products…

“I swear by double cleansing every morning and night, as a second cleanse goes deeper into my pores to remove any impurities – and our Deep Cleansing Oil and Purifying Cleaning Gel pair perfectly to do this. First, I apply our Deep Cleansing Oil to the face, neck and décolletage. Then I apply the Purifying Cleansing Gel on top and gently lather – which I also love as a relaxing moment. I also love to take baths as a wellness ritual and will use our Oil Bath for the Senses as a way to help me unwind and soak away stress after a busy day.”

And if you had to recommend just one for the winter?

“It is really important to keep the balance of lipids and moisture in the skin during winter. If one of these two factors is neglected, skin can become rough, itchy and tight. Look out for rich creams, such as our Body Butter, to soothe irritation and provide long-lasting moisture.”

#seo : susanne kaufmann

You recently revamped your formulas as well as the packaging. What motivated you to make these changes? 

“As a brand, we must be responsible for our impact. This inspired us to return to the essentials with our packaging, reducing it to the max to be as sustainable as possible. This new minimalist direction is to us the very essence of luxury and makes us a leader in high-performance, responsible, natural skincare.”

And specifically for our customers who are fans of Susanne Kaufmann, who might be wondering: what is changing?

“When it comes to our formulas, we have reworked them with new, intelligent ingredient complexes sourced from nearby regions in Austria and Switzerland, closing the distance between the ingredient source and our production facility, and ultimately reducing our carbon footprint.”

“This new minimalist direction is to us the very essence of luxury.”

How do you plan to continue evolving and improving the brand’s sustainability practices in the future?

“New research and scientific developments open the door to new sustainable initiatives all the time, and we are committed to implementing the best methods for our products and services. Currently, our next step is the cultivation of our own ingredients, helping us to further leave a lighter footprint on Earth.”

Susanne Kaufmann’s selection

Vendor

Titre du produit

Vendor

Titre du produit

Vendor

Titre du produit

Vendor

Titre du produit

Vendor

Titre du produit

Vendor

Titre du produit

Vendor

Titre du produit

To get your weekly dose of clean beauty, go here!