Meet Marianne og Lisa
The mother-daughter duo at the heart of Face Formula. Based in Oslo, 27-year-old Lisa is the brand marketing director, while 57-year-old Marianne co-founded the skincare brand that has become a trusted name in Norwegian beauty.
Together, they bring two generations of insight to the table, combining experience and fresh perspective in their day-to-day work. Their dynamic is both personal and professional, grounded in trust, curiosity, and a shared passion for helping people feel confident in their skin.
Let's talk passion
For Marianne, it’s always been about skin. Her love for skincare started back in 1989 when she studied at the French School of Cosmetology in Oslo, and that curiosity has only grown with time. She’s always seen skin as more than just the surface - it reflects how we feel on the inside and tells a story about our health.
In the late '90s and early 2000s, Marianne became especially interested in cosmeceuticals—products with active ingredients that actually make a difference.
When she co-founded Face Formula in 2008, this idea was still pretty new in Europe, but she was all in. Since then, she’s continued to learn and adapt as skincare trends have evolved.
Her approach is about seeing the full picture: skin is something we live with for life, and taking care of it should go hand in hand with taking care of our whole body. Today, Marianne is still driven by that same passion - to create real, effective products that people can trust.
Lisa took a different path. She changed her university major three times before finding the right mix of art history and business - a blend that fuels her creative approach to brand strategy. She’s always been interested in how brands make us feel and why we connect with them. Her career took a significant turn when she moved to Saudi Arabia for a corporate role, an experience that pushed her out of her comfort zone and taught her a lot about herself. But it was when she started collaborating with Face Formula through her agency that everything clicked.
Helping to shape Face Formula's brand and seeing the impact it had on people made her realize she was exactly where she needed to be. Now, as Brand Marketing Director, she loves turning big ideas into something simple and real. For Lisa, it’s not just about selling skincare—it’s about building a brand people can believe in.
Your unexpected side
When we asked Marianne and Lisa to share something unexpected about each other, it
quickly became clear that this mother-daughter duo is full of surprises. While Lisa might come across as the calm, strategic type, Marianne describes her as deeply artistic and creative, like the time 10-year-old Lisa planned their entire family vacation.
On the flip side, Lisa reveals that her mom has a surprisingly bold taste in music, blasting R&B and soul no matter the mood. “She always has something playing - she’s a total vibe person,” Lisa says with a smile. And Marianne’s big, not-so-secret dream? Starting her own band. There’s just one small catch: she’s tone-deaf. But in true Marianne fashion, it’s all about the energy.
Someone who truly inspires you
For Marianne and Lisa, inspiration doesn’t come from just one source—it’s a mix of people, ideas, and everyday moments that spark something meaningful. They’re especially drawn to individuals who do things differently and stay true to themselves. Chloe Getner, founder of the wellness brand Neo Nutrition, stands out for her ability to create something that feels both modern and down-to-earth. Stella McCartney’s effortless, authentic approach also resonates—there’s power in keeping things simple and real.
Both have been shaped by international environments, which may explain their interest in cultures and perspectives that challenge conventional ways of thinking. They’re naturally curious about people who think differently and live beyond traditional expectations.
For Marianne, a big source of inspiration comes from her children. They constantly open her eyes to new ways of seeing the world - through their questions, their honesty, and the way they move through life without fear. It’s a daily reminder to stay open, to learn, and to evolve.
Just for fun
Not everyone’s meant to be a singer or a football star. Marianne laughs and says she’d be terrible at both. "I’m hopeless with a ball," she admits. Lisa, meanwhile, can’t stand the idea of working with Excel. "I just want to color outside the boxes, literally!" she jokes. Whether it’s missing every note or avoiding spreadsheets, some things just aren’t a good fit, and that’s totally fine. Sometimes, figuring out what isn’t for you can be just as fun..
