4.8/5 average rating
40% of customers repurchase every 3–4 months
“My skin stays moisturized all day - finally.”
The Oils Customers Come Back For
Formulated with intention. Chosen by real skin.
Shop Love Radiance
When lotion stops working, this is the upgrade.
Shop Lustrous Glow
Comfort-first hydration for sensitive skin.
Shop Shimmer Oil
Glow without dryness.
Shop Fabulous body oil
Moisture that smells like Baccarat Rouge 540.
If lotion stops working by noon, this explains why.
Most oils are diluted with fillers or sit on top of the skin-so dryness comes back within hours.
Our body oils are formulated with skin-compatible plant lipids that penetrate deeply and lock in moisture all day.
The result: soft, comfortable skin that stays hydrated for up to 24 hours.
The Oils Customers Come Back For
Formulated with intention. Chosen by real skin.
Shop Love Radiance
When lotion stops working, this is the upgrade.
Shop Lustrous Glow
Comfort-first hydration for sensitive skin.
Shop Shimmer Oil
Glow without dryness.
Shop Fabulous body oil
Moisture that smells like Baccarat Rouge 540.
Science-Backed Body Oils for Skin That Needs More Than Lotion
I’m Dr. Cynthia Kankeu, a cardiovascular scientist.
I created Dr. Kanks body oils after seeing how petroleum-based products worsened dryness and irritation, especially for women with sensitive and aging skin. Our oils are formulated with skin-compatible plant lipids that penetrate deeply and lock in moisture - so skin stays comfortable all day. The result is skin that feels soft, comfortable, and moisturized all day - without grease, fillers, or constant reapplication.
Trusted by thousands of customers, with 40% returning every 3–4 months, Dr. Kanks is proof that intentional formulation works.
I’m Dr. Cynthia Kankeu, a cardiovascularscientist.
I created these oils after listening to women frustrated with products that could not keep their skin moisturized for 24 hours.
Formulated by a scientist
Trusted by thousands of customers
Available at Wegmans & farmers markets
90% of customers say they stopped reapplying lotion daily
I love it, I have already ordered more.
Love the smell and it really does make my skin shine and feels really moistured.
I love your product and will definitely be ordering again. Keep up the fantastic work
Amazing!!! Doesnt leave my skin feeling greasy and smells divine definitely a beaitiful scent that any age van wear!!! Will be purchasing more!
Really, really like/love it!! Planning another order already!
Discover the perfect plant oil for your skin concerns.
lustrous GLOW BODY OIL
$20-one-time
Best for first-time customers & everyday moisture
Shop Lustrous Glow Body Oil
LOVE RADIANCE BODY OIL
$39-one-time
Best for extremely dry, menopausal & mature skin
Shop Love RadianceShop by Skin Concern
When skin lacks natural oils, lotions evaporate. Our oils replenish what your skin is missing.
Moisture that actually lasts
If your skin looks ashy a few hours after lotion, this is for you.
These oils lock in moisture and keep skin comfortable all day.
Skin Is Where Most People Start. Hair Is Where They Stay.
Porosity-based hair care designed for real results.
Dr. Kanks began with haircare - long before body oils.
Our hair products are formulated using the same principles:
Minimal ingredients
Plant-based actives
Designed around how hair absorbs water (porosity)
If you’ve struggled to find products that penetrate your hair or keep your hair hydrated for days, this is for you!
Because hair absorbs moisture differently, porosity - not curl pattern - determines which products actually work.
LOW POROSITY
Hair that takes time to get wet and takes time to air-dry
Designed for hair that resists moisture and gets weighed down easily. These formulas hydrate, soften, and maintain balance without residue.
Shop Aloe Vera LineBest for: moisture retention, shine, healthy scalp
HIGH POROSITY
Hair that soaks water quickly and air-dries quickly
Ideal for hair that loses moisture quickly due to damage or porosity. These products help strengthen strands, reduce breakage, and improve softness.
Shop Hibiscus LineBest for: breakage repair, moisture retention, length support
MEDIUM POROSITY
Hair that soaks water quickly and takes time to air-dry
Designed for hair that stay moisturized without any issue. These formulas hydrate, soften, and maintain balance without residue.
Shop Hydrating LinesBest for : moisture retention, shine , healthy scalp
FRIZZY HAIR
For Afro, wavy, and curly hair
Created to define curls while keeping hair soft and touchable. Supports curl pattern, reduces dryness, and helps curls stay defined without flakes
Shop Curly EnhancersBest for: curl definition, moisture
HAIR GROWTH
For hair that breaks easily
Stimulates the scalp and seals in moisture
Our Herbal Hair Growth Oil and shampoo are designed to: Stimulate the scalp and Support healthy hair growth
Best for breakage.
ITCHY SCALP
For flaky and inflamed scalp
Created to calm itchy, irritated scalps using herbs and a rare healing clay from Cameroon. Soothes inflammation, relieves itching, and supports scalp balance without steroids or harsh side effects.
Shop Itchy Scalp TreatmentBest for: itchy scalp, irritation, scalp inflammation
A Note From Our Founder
There was a time when I didn’t like my hair. I spent years trying to change it, hide it, or make it behave like something it wasn’t. When I finally embraced my natural hair, I realized the problem was never my hair — it was the products I was using.
As a scientist, I began studying how hair actually works, from porosity to moisture retention, and started formulating products that support hair instead of fighting it. That journey didn’t just change my hair — it changed how I care for myself and how I build Dr.
Kanks. Every hair formula we create is rooted in that moment of acceptance, intention, and respect for natural hair.
