Location

Copenhagen, Denmark

Founded

2012

Price range

€12 – €110

Shipping

Worldwide

Catalogue

24 products

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Skandinavisk

Independent brand — verified
About

Skandinavisk is a European beauty brand founded in 2012 by Shaun Russell and based in Copenhagen, Denmark. The brand combines Scandinavian identity with vegan and cruelty-free values, ethical practices, local production, and an extensive sustainability focus. Its B Corp status gives the brand’s responsible-business positioning additional weight. Rather than treating sustainability as a single packaging initiative, Skandinavisk’s profile connects environmental responsibility with ethics and production. The locally made element is equally important. It keeps the brand rooted in its region and reinforces the sense that Scandinavian culture is more than an aesthetic reference. The products sit within a mid-range-to-premium space, giving customers an elevated experience without relying entirely on conventional luxury positioning. Vegan and cruelty-free beauty add another dimension for shoppers who want animal-friendly products, while the brand’s everyday orientation makes these values relevant to regular routines rather than niche purchases. What makes Skandinavisk distinctive is the cohesion between place, values, and product positioning. Its Copenhagen base, ethical approach, sustainability commitments, vegan formulations, cruelty-free practices, and local production all point in the same direction. For customers interested in European beauty with a clear regional identity, Skandinavisk offers a considered alternative to globally standardized brands, combining Scandinavian sensibility with modern expectations around responsible and conscious beauty.

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Brand Details

Contract manufactured

Sweden (body/skin/hair); Made in France (home/candle line)

B Corp
Recyclable
Reusable
Recycled materials
Refillable
Last reviewed
Oct 2026
Independent brand
Verified
S
Shaun Russell

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Frequently asked questions

What is Skandinavisk?
Skandinavisk is a Copenhagen-based fragrance and body care brand inspired by Scandinavian places and everyday life.
What does Skandinavisk sell?
It sells scented candles, diffusers, home fragrance, hand wash, lotion, hand cream, hair care and perfume. SKOG, HAV and HYGGE are among its scent collections.
How much does Skandinavisk body care cost?
On its US store, HYGGE Hand Cream is listed at $29 for 75 ml, while HYGGE Wash is $39 for 500 ml. Prices differ by country and currency.
Who founded Skandinavisk?
Shaun Russell founded Skandinavisk. The brand’s account of its beginnings says it started with scented candles inspired by Scandinavian nature.
Where is Skandinavisk based?
Skandinavisk is based in Copenhagen, Denmark. The brand draws its fragrance stories from places across the Nordic region.
Is Skandinavisk a certified B Corporation?
Yes. Skandinavisk says it has been a Certified B Corporation since 2019.
Does Skandinavisk offer free shipping?
Yes, at a threshold that depends on the regional store. Its US storefront currently advertises free delivery from $70.

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