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Ole Henriksen: LA’s Very Own “Skin Care Angel”

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Ole HenriksenIn a city that can sometimes feel a bit removed from reality, Ole Henriksen Face/Body Spa is treasured as a “down-to-earth” oasis. After three decades of service, Ole Henriksen’s Spa has come to represent the kind of unique pampering experience Los Angeles is known for. Located in chic Sunset Plaza, Ole Henriksen Face/Body has become a landmark of the area and was awarded Best Day Spa by AOL in 2004.

Today, it continues to treat all clientele to a deeply unique experience. Known for personalization and focused specialization, Henriksen’s staff of aestheticians and specialists know just how to cater to each individual who come their way. With a brilliant line, unique ingredients, clients can sink in and soak up rejuvenation in a setting of peace and pristine natural beauty.

Henriksen’s grounded approach to skin care and life itself is dearly appreciated by everyone who encounters his treatments. However, Ole has been accused of not being entirely terrestrial. An article in Allure Magazine proclaimed that indeed he had been sent to Los Angeles from “Skin Care Heaven.” It is also LA’s The Place Magazine’s pick for Best DaySpa in Los Angeles for 2008.

Background

Ole Henriksen learned the meaning of idyllic at an early age. He was born and raised in the tiny village of Nibe in the Danish countryside and then as a young man went on to seek adventure in Indonesia. However, during his travels his skin became inflamed with cystic acne and he sought help from an aesthetician in Jakarta named Lagita. Lagita worked magic on Ole’s skin. Administering various botanicals he calmed Ole’s complexion and brought it back to perfection. Ever grateful to Lagita for the healing he had performed, Ole was eager to bring the same powers to the world at large. He traveled to London to pursue degrees in skin care and cosmetic chemistry and then to the United States. Lucky for us, Ole has since become part of the fabric of Los Angeles with his Spa in the heart of the Sunset Strip. Here he works steadily at his ambition to ensure that each of his clients is rewarded with the best skin possible.

Ole Henriksen Face and Body Spa.

At The Spa
The skin and body are top priorities at Henricksen Face/Body where services like Complexion Care and Body Care are designed to cater to your skin’s specific needs. Using all Ole products and state of the art equipment, the generous staff  help you purify and invigorate.  Escaping into a cozy massage room is also a treat and other services include face and body waxing, hand treatments, eyelash tinting and brow shaping. Additionally guests can pick from four of Ole’s unique “Tranquility Packages” which include a variety of services. Therapeutic massages, relaxing soaks, body treatments and more all-pampering experiences.

Ole Henriksen Face/Body Spa

My personal experience at this oasis of bliss encompassed what is termed the "Ole Henriksen Head to Toe". It  began with a hydrotherapy soak in the deep, heavenly jucuzzi tubs in an enchanting room with soothing lights and music. I would have been fine with just that, is was so relaxing and lovely. But the best part was ahead, with massage therapist MJ Canvin. It began in the wet treatment room with a body scrub, hot stones, followed by a wash with the heavenly Ole Henriksen products. This was followed by an amazing deep tissue massage.

Ole Henriksen Face/Body Spa

MJ Canvin
MJ Canvin is a master at what he does. Besides his thorough knowledge and trainiMJ Canvinng of the structure and muscles of the human body, he knows instinctively what muscles need work and on utilizes proven techniques to get to the root of the problem and alleviate it!

MJ is a Denmark native who has lived in Los Angeles since 2001. His career as a massage therapist began 14 years ago. Having trained in Copenhagen, Denmark and extensively at The Esalen Institute in Big Sur, California, he specializes in deep tissue, hot stone massage, Hawai’ian lomi lomi, and Esalen-style massage. Wet room treatments have also become a specialty. He furthers his zest for massage therapy through continued education in new techniques and modalities.

The 8-Step Facial

After “The Works”, I completed this wonderful physical rejuvenation with an 8-step facial by one of the best estheticians in Los Angeles, Narine Nikogosian. There was a whole process involved, and it was enjoyable every step of the way. When she was finished, I was amazed at how my skin looked. It was fresh, dewey, and glowing.

The 8 -Step Facials at Ole Henriksen, which includes the Calmative (for sensitive skin), the Purifying (for deep cleaning) and and the Anti-Gravity (for wrinkle reduction) all include generous steam, thorough extractions (unless otherwise requested), exfoliation (enzyme/glycolic/customized treatment which could include both) and a restoring mask according to the client’s specific skin issues. What really sets these treatments apart, is the use of state of the art machines, that employ  actions on the skin such as oxygenation, heat and cold to stimulate and calm, not to mention the caring  professionalism of every therapist at Ole Henriksen Face/Body.

Narine NikogosianNarine Nikogosian

My experience with Narine was very satisfying. It’s a nice feeling when you realize you are in the hands of a master of her craft, and this woman definitely is. Narine’s clientele boasts a list of Hollywood celebrities including Prince, Ellen DeGeneres, and longtime disciple, Kirk Douglas (yes, he regulary indulges in Narine’s facials!). Some even plan their business trips and vacations around Narine’s availability! She truly is a genius at what she does. Narine’s demeanor is the perfect marriage of clinician and nurturer.

Narine moved to Los Angeles in 1988, and worked as a nurse with a focus in dermatology. She owned and operated her own skin care salon, and sold the successful business to join forces with the team at Ole Henriksen Face/Body.

Narine is one of the few esthetician’s who offer “threading”, a non invasive style of hair removal, developed hundreds of years ago in Eastern Europe. Her work has been has been lauded and written about in magazines world wide including Allure and Nylon. At the time of this writing, Narine is busy preparing a book dedicated to how the old world beauty recipes from her childhood are connected to the mystical world of astrology. Facials with Narine start at $115.00. By Appointment Only: 310 854-7700.

Clientele
Ole’s passion for skin care “magic” and the chic but welcoming environment he has created in his spa has drawn loyal clients from every crowd. Ole and staff also care for some of the world’s leading talent including a startlingly impressive list of A-list clients such as; Renee Zellweger, Naiomi Campbell, Leonardo di Caprio, Charlize Theron, Mark Whalberg, Eminem, Alanis Morisette, Julia Stiles, Cher, Matthew McConaughey, Kylie Minogue and Christy Turlington, to name a few.

Television has also caught on to Henriksen’s chic spa and the proud owner has appeared on The Today Show, The Oprah Winfrey show, Entertainment Tonight and Access Hollywood. The spa itself has been featured in specials on E!, The Style Network and Lifetime Television. Ole has also received a warm welcome from the literary world as a co-author of his best selling book “Ole Henriksen’s Seven Day Skin".

Ole Henriksen Face/Body products.Skin Care Products
Four years ago, Ole made his uniquely special skin care treatments and spa products available on the retail market. Since then they have been become world-renowned, featured at the most prominent department stores and specialty boutiques across the globe.

Following Ole’s strong personal beliefs that “less is more,” the line is designed to be simple, effective and safe for all skin types. Ole believes that many people “make the terrible mistake of over treating their skin” when actually skin has a natural ability to heal and renew itself. Thus, Henriksen’s products are infused with nature’s most effective extracts to stimulate skin’s natural renewing power.

For each skin type, Ole has created a unique process to help the client attain a perfect complexion. Normal to dry skin, Normal to Oily skin, Sensitive skin/roseca, and Acneic skin all must attain the same balance but with different processes. With faithful stimulation, hydration and pampering, skin is propelled toward pOle Henriksen Face/Body Spaerfection. With hot products always coming out such as “African Red Tea Self Heating Body Soufflé", or “Truth Serum Collagen Booster", Ole is always working to help all skin types reach perfection. Henriksen also ensures that clients know how to use products entirely correctly as a comprehensive product booklet is included with all purchases.  Thus, the inspiring textures and aromas of products like ‘Pure Perfection-Anti-Aging Crème’, ‘On The Go – Exhilarating Cleanser’, ‘Nurture Me- Soothing Crème’, ‘Ultimate Lift-Eye Gel’, ‘Blue/Black Berry Enzyme Mask’, and ‘Rub n’ Buff- Spa Salt Scrub’ can be used correctly under Ole’s clear guidance. 

Skin Care Program  

But despite all of his high-profile awards and A-list clientele, perhaps the most compelling asset of this “skin care angel” is his genuine care for each one of his clients. He is renowned for showing the same concern and enthusiastic assistance for everyone who seeks his guidance. Whether it is a curious tourist who walks in from the street, or an A-list celeb, Ole is ready with a smile, a remedy and the all-important belief that all skin “deserves to be loved.”

Ole Henriksen Face and Body

8622A W. Sunset Blvd. 
LA, CA 90069 
(310) 854-7700 
Hours:
Monday 8:00-5:00pm 
Tues-Sat 8:00-8:00pm 
Sunday 9:30-4:30pm 
We are closed the first Monday of each month. 
24-hour Cancellation Notice Required. 
Gift Certificates available at the Spa! 
Ole Henriksen Face/Body is located in Sunset Plaza on West Sunset Blvd. in West Hollywood, CA. The Spa is right under Chin Chin restaurant and free parking is available all day long.

 

 

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1 Comment

  • Hi,

    My name is Mehma Apar, i m interest it in using your product, which i think will suti my combination and sensitive skin.Could you advise me whicch product of yours suits my skin. And if you have branch in jakarta, since i m living in jakarta,indonesia. Would be glad if you could help me on this.
    Best Regards,
    Mehma Apar