Dr. Hauschka is a German skincare company that produces natural skincare products using biodynamic, fair trade, and sustainably produced ingredients.[2]

Dr. Hauschka
IndustryBeauty
Founded1967
FounderRudolf Hauschka
Headquarters
Germany
Key people
Martina Joseph
ParentWALA Heilmittel[1]

History edit

Dr. Hauschka was founded in 1967 in Germany by chemist Rudolf Hauschka.[3][4] Hauschka had co-founded WALA Heilmittel ("WALA"), a holistic pharmaceutical company, in 1935.[5][6] The concept for the company, using holistic ingredients to create medicines, was inspired by the organic farming work of Rudolf Steiner.[7] Esthetician Elisabeth Sigmund contacted Hauschka in the early 1960s about her research using herbs in skincare. Sigmund and Hauschka worked together for two years to create what would become Dr. Hauschka.[5]

The first product created was a facial oil made with essential oils.[4]

In 2017, the brand launched a make up line.[8] As of 2019, Martina Joseph serves as Dr. Hauschka's chief executive officer.[3] [9]

Products edit

 
Dr. Hauschka products on display at a German drug store.

The company produces face and body products, including face creams, hair care, makeup, bronzers, bath oils, and deodorant.[10][11] Dr. Hauschka uses organic and biodynamic ingredients grown in company-owned and operated German farms.[3]

The brand's products have been endorsed by Jennifer Lopez, Anne Hathaway, Julia Roberts, Jennifer Aniston, and Nikki Reed.[9][12][13][14]

Estheticians are trained at the Dr. Hauschka Academy in Germany. At the academy, they are taught about the products and how to give facials. [15]

Further reading edit

  • Kurz, S. W., Monte, T. (2006). Awakening Beauty: The Dr. Hauschka Way. United Kingdom: Clairview Books. ISBN 9781905570034

References edit

  1. ^ "15 Best Natural & Organic Makeup Brands". The Trend Spotter. 2020-03-01. Retrieved 24 May 2021.
  2. ^ Flora, Liz (13 August 2020). "German beauty gets 'clean-ical'". Glossy. Retrieved 24 May 2021.
  3. ^ a b c Shapiro, Bee (10 April 2019). "What's Behind the Rise of G-Beauty". The New York Times. Retrieved 24 May 2021.
  4. ^ a b Molvar, Kari (26 February 2018). "Direct From Europe: High-Tech Holistic Skincare". The New York Times. Retrieved 24 May 2021.
  5. ^ a b "Dr. Hauschka Review". The Dermatology Review. 2020-05-12. Retrieved 24 May 2021.
  6. ^ Landler, Mark (28 June 2008). "Garden Is a Seedbed for Green Cosmetics". The New York Times. Retrieved 26 May 2021.
  7. ^ Uliano, S. (2008). Gorgeously Green. United Kingdom: HarperCollins.
  8. ^ Grinnell, SunHee (2 October 2017). "What's New in Natural Beauty this Fall". Vanity Fair. Retrieved 24 May 2021.
  9. ^ a b Leiva, Courtney (30 September 2019). "G-Beauty Is Having a Major Moment Thanks to These Top-Selling Brands". StyleCaster. Retrieved 24 May 2021.
  10. ^ Fearn, Rebecca (8 May 2021). "The Natural Deos That *Actually* Work". Bustle. Retrieved 24 May 2021.
  11. ^ Belfiore, Emily (20 January 2021). "The 15 Best Bath Oils That Create a Luxurious Soak". WWD. Retrieved 24 May 2021.
  12. ^ Nussbaum, Rachel (1 April 2021). "Shoppers Say They've Been Wrinkle-Free for 20 Years Thanks to This J.Lo-Approved Day Cream". InStyle. Retrieved 24 May 2021.
  13. ^ "Jennifer Aniston Hates the Thought of Life Without This $10 Lip Balm". Shape. 18 November 2019. Retrieved 24 May 2021.
  14. ^ Bedolla, Daise (9 March 2021). "Twilight Actress Nikki Reed on Her Favorite Beauty Products". The Cut. Retrieved 24 May 2021.
  15. ^ Harris, Kathleen (3 May 2015). "Naturally... full-body facial at Dr Hauschka". The Irish Times. Retrieved 24 May 2021.