Brand Comparison

Olehenriksen vs The History of Whoo

A head-to-head comparison of two popular K-beauty brands. Which one is right for your skin?

Our Pick

The History of Whoo

Higher editor rating (8.8 vs 8)

Olehenriksen The History of Whoo

Rating8/108.8/10

Price RangePremium ($$$)Premium ($$$)

Founded19832003

OriginUnited StatesSouth Korea

Products45

Best Fordullness, Mature, normal, ComboMature, Dry

PhilosophyCitrus-forward, Scandi-sunshine skincare — vitamin C hero, glow-oriented, playful packaging.Royal-court hanbang for the woman who wants her anti-aging to feel ceremonial.

Olehenriksen

Ole Henriksen (Denmark-born, LA-based) made vitamin C fun. Banana Bright Eye Creme and Truth Serum are the cult classics.

Pros

✓ Glow-focused actives
✓ Fun branding
✓ Hero vitamin C range

Cons

✗ Citrus scents not for everyone
✗ Premium price for the category

The History of Whoo

Price tags that make you wince and packaging that belongs in a palace museum — but the Bichup Self-Generating Anti-Aging Essence is legitimately good, and the Gongjinhyang:Seol brightening line has receipts. You're paying for the ritual as much as the results, which is either the point or the problem, depending on who you are.

Pros