Alpine landscapes instead of icy Berlin avenues? I would beam myself to the Bregenzerwald in a heartbeat — to the home of Susanne Kaufmann and the birthplace of the skincare brand bearing her name. Back then, the products, housed in minimalist packaging with white labels and red lettering, lit up the eyes of beauty editors and their skin alike. Twenty years later, nothing has changed. Susanne Kaufmann has stayed true to her vision of a skincare brand focused on a select few high-quality ingredients. Even from the outset, the emphasis was on oil-based products. Over time, the product design has become even more minimalist, but the range has expanded. Susanne Kaufmann now offers a comprehensive beauty line, spanning bath and shower products to facial care sets. My favorites include the “Moisturizing Face Gel for Hypersensitive Skin” and the matching body lotion in a glass pump dispenser. And, of course, the mountain pine bath oil is a classic—especially welcome in winter.

Despite 20 years of success, Susanne Kaufmann remains active and is now introducing a new facial oil. It is available for exclusive advance purchase at Berlin’s KaDeWe department store. Chosen as a long-standing partner store, KaDeWe hosts the entire pop-up store experience. At Ku’damm, visitors can immerse themselves in the alpine world through large video installations, soundscapes, and fragrances. But it’s not just about looking and smelling; a bit of wellness is a must. Beauty experts are on hand to offer hand or arm massages, along with tips on skincare routines. For those seeking a momentary escape to other realms, the “Holistic Facial Treatment” in one of the treatment rooms is a delightful way to close your eyes and dream of the Bregenzerwald.

Text: Nina Trippel / Photos: Alex Degel Studio

KaDeWe, Tauentzienstr.21–24, 10789 Berlin–Charlottenburg; map
Susanne Kaufmann pop–up until 04.02.2024. You can book facials here.

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