About Us

I, Charlotte Thérése Bérénos, founder of Nordic Sanctuary, am Danish/South American. I was born and raised in the Caribbean and have lived in South America and Denmark before moving to Norway in 1997. Ever since I was young, I dreamed of becoming an entrepreneur. In fact, I wanted to start an egg restaurant in my parents’ garage! Since then, I completed my CIDESCO skincare therapist education at Den Franske Kosmetologskole on Bygdøy Allé in Oslo in 2000, later pursued further studies in marketing management, and also trained as a mindfulness practitioner. With extensive experience from both industries, I bring a unique blend of knowledge and passion to the Norwegian skincare industry. I started Nordic Sanctuary with a clear goal in mind: to help Danish wellness brands distribute their products in Norway, and later on also other international brands. I understand the challenges international brands face when entering the Norwegian market, and I have dedicated myself to making this process smooth for my partners. My knowledge of the market, distribution channels, and local needs ensures that our curated beauty and wellness products successfully reach Norwegian consumers. Nordic Sanctuary is deeply committed to customer service and sustainability. These values are at the core of everything we do. I strongly believe that exceptional customer service and a sustainable focus are not only good for the environment, but also good for business. I am excited to bring the very best skincare innovations to Norway. Join us on our journey — my team and I look forward to working with you!