– How would you describe yourself?

– I am calm, creative and an eternal romantic. I see opportunities and ideas everywhere, and I love to create. At the same time, I really appreciate the simple things – my family, good conversations and the little moments that make life a little extra beautiful.

Although she has many roles – designer, seamstress, content producer, photographer and mother – she finds that they are closely connected.

She highlights her husband as an important reason why everyday life works.

– We are a team. We support each other and make everyday life go well together. That means an incredible amount.

Creativity has always been there

– I have been interested in clothes and design for as long as I can remember. As a child, I sat and drew clothes all the time.

When she was to be confirmed, it was natural to design the outfit herself.

– I wanted a film camera instead of a traditional Norwegian costume, so we sewed an outfit that both fit me and covered the scar on my neck a little more. It became a very personal process.

She later studied fashion at Esmod in Oslo, where her commitment to sustainability also grew.

– I became more and more concerned with the downside of the fashion industry – fast fashion, overconsumption and poor working conditions. It made me want to work differently, with quality and products that last. 

– You suffered a serious burn injury as a child. How has that affected you?

– There are many times I have thought about who I would have been without the scars.

As a child, she would look at pictures of herself before the accident and long for the person she was back then. At times, the scars from the burn injury greatly affected her self-image. “I often just wanted to be her.”

– I felt less attractive, and there was a time when I avoided having my photos taken because I had no control over how I looked. It was also about identity and femininity – about how I saw myself in the face of others. Over the years, the perspective has changed.

– The scars are a part of me, but they no longer define me.

The body remembers the burn injury

Throughout her life, Tine has undergone several surgeries and treatments.

– I should have done more in my early 20s, but I was scared. Afraid that the scars would get worse, and afraid of having to go back to the hospital.

Although she remembers little of the accident itself, the experience is still in her body.

– Just going back to the hospital is a big burden.

A conscious relationship with skin

With a mother who is a skin therapist, skincare has always been a natural part of life, but the experiences with my own skin have made the relationship even more personal.

– I have always been extra conscious about my skin. It has been part of my identity, and I have experienced early on how much the skin can affect how you feel.

When choosing skincare, she is concerned with honesty and function.

– I like products that actually do what they promise, without unnecessary additives. Effective ingredients, fragrance-free and a simple routine suit me best. I would rather have a few products that work well together than many different ones.

Becoming a mother gave her a new perspective on her body and appearance

Having children gave her a new perspective on her body and appearance.

– It made me even more aware of how important it is to show that it is completely okay not to look like everyone else. She believes that today's society puts too much pressure on a flawless appearance. – I want to be a voice against that.

When she looks at her children, she feels a strong desire to protect them from the feeling of not being good enough.

– I believe more and more that it's not the appearance we need to change – it's the way we see ourselves. You are already enough, just as you are.

That's why she chooses RÅ Skincare

– RÅ is about honesty, simplicity and conscious choices. I like the idea of ​​focusing on what actually works, instead of making skincare more complicated than necessary. Norwegian and sustainable production fits well with my values.

There are several favorites.

– Ceramide Lip Balm is always with me. I use Favn Extra Nourishing Cream on my scars after the burn and here it is important that the product is without perfume for sensitive skin. On the face I want to have a glow and Correcting Serum and Ceramide Rich Moisturiser are perfect. They make my skin calm, balanced and I get a nice glow. Grøde Lotion with lime smells absolutely fantastic and summery.

– What are you most proud of?

She smiles.

– I am proud that I have made it through many difficult times, while maintaining my desire to create.

She thinks twice before finishing.

– But I am most proud of my family. That I have managed to build a life where I can combine creativity with family life, and that I try to give my children security, creativity and the feeling that they are good enough just the way they are.