I, Charlotte Thérése Bérénos, am the founder of Nordic Sanctuary – a Norwegian beauty platform and distributor introducing Scandinavian vegan beauty and skincare brands to the Norwegian market through retail, hotel and spa partners, as well as our online store.

With Danish and South American roots, and having grown up in the Caribbean, I have always had a strong connection to wellness, nature and entrepreneurship. My entrepreneurial dream started early – as a child, I planned to open a small egg restaurant in my parents’ garage on Bonaire. The passion for creating something of my own has followed me throughout my life.

In 1997, I moved to Norway, and in 2000 I completed my CIDESCO skincare education at the French Cosmetology School in Bygdøy Allé in Oslo. I later continued my education in marketing management and as a mindfulness practitioner.