Retrouvé Skincare — Combining Art, Science & Beauty

IMG_6344

I get tons of emails daily from PR reps about new products. When I received one about this innovative skincare line Retrouvé, I was so intrigued I read every bit of information I could find about it. For starters, I found a photo of Tracee Ellis Ross (my fashion fairy godmother) with these products on her bathroom sink. I was already sold. Then I saw a review about Retrouvé Nutrient Face Serum from Zoe Kravitz. Now these two gorgeous badass women have AMAZING SKIN. I needed to get on whatever boat they were on and sail into the sunset sunkissed and pimple & wrinkle free. Yes, I am 33 years old and a have a few minor wrinkles (and grey hairs too! Downstairs and upstairs but that’s I different story for another time). Retrouvé is a unisex skincare line created by Jami Morse Heidegger and husband Klaus Heidegger. The line was released in 2013 in my favorite city, Paris. The line was created for their personal use. Jami, who is well seasoned in the beauty industry being that her father, Aaron Morse and grandfather Irving Morse had a hand in creating and taking over Kiehl’s when it was just a pharmacy in the 1920s to the late 1980s. The father-son duo helped to create some of the products that are still popular today, including Blue Astringent Herbal Lotion and Creme de Corps. In 2001 the company sold to L’Oreal.

IMG_6526 IMG_6358

What I like most about these products is the scientific aspect. Retrouvé has 30 years in research resulting in a line that is up to date utilizing the latest technology and updating the 6 products offered when new technology becomes available. This is a new concept in regards to beauty. The products center around active ingredients and their textures as well as how they are absorbed into the skin depending on the function. Retrouvé is composed of the most exclusive and effective ingredients available on the market, with the highest possible levels of concentration, regardless of the cost.

I was fortunate enough to be sent the entire Retrouvé line of six products: The Intensive Replenishing Facial Moisturizer, Nutrient Face Serum, Dynamic Nourishing Face Cream, Revitalizing Eye Concentrate, Luminous Cleansing Elixir and Skin Brilliance Priming Pads. These products don’t contain dyes, artificial fragrances (which can easily set off my sensitive skin), parabens, silicons, petroleums or mineral oils. It’s also not tested on animals.

My Take On The Products

I absolutely adore the Dynamic Nourishing Face Cream. If I had to choose between one item to buy from the entire line (Which comes in at a whooping $1,500 for the 4 main products), I’d go with the Dynamic Nourishing Face Cream ($390). My face LOVES THIS STUFF. I’ve seen a HUGE and NOTICEABLE difference in my skin since I’ve been using it for 1 month. My pores are smaller, my face is moisturized and luminous and my complexion has evened out considerably. So much so that people on Instagram have been sending me DMs about what new makeup I’m using, even when I’m barefaced on Instastories. It’s expensive. But I know those active antioxidants and nourishing ingredients and technology to foster them aren’t cheap. The key ingredients are incorporated into the products in maximal quantities to prevent aging, nourish skin and restore skin to youthful radiance. The shit works. Bottom line. So when I run out of my free samples, I’m going to save up and purchase the Dynamic Nourishing Face Cream every 3 months. Mainly, because I haven’t found anything that works this well in maintaining moisture for my super dry skin. I can go makeup free thanks to this product giving me amazing glowing skin. A notable mention goes to the Nutrient Face Serum which feels like covering your face with honey. I like to use it after a deep exfoliation to restore moisture and promote healing.

IMG_6371

Congrats Diana!

Thanks to all who entered!

Monroe

Subscribe to Fashion Steele NYC

INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER

SaveSave

Follow:
Share:

36 Comments

  1. September 19, 2017 / 8:53 am

    @steeleblazin & I would love to try out these skincare products ❤️

  2. Sally
    September 19, 2017 / 9:48 am

    I would love to win some of this product. Looks good!

  3. September 19, 2017 / 9:54 am

    If tracee uses it, it’s gotta be the fountain of youth, I need this!! Haha @ellaontheavenue

  4. Lavette
    September 19, 2017 / 10:07 am

    My skin needs this giveaway. Lol, thanks Monroe for sharing the treasures with all your readers!!!

  5. Marci Miller
    September 19, 2017 / 10:08 am

    Your skin does look great! I was wondering what you were using and now I know! I better get my side hustle on so I can get on board with Retrouve.

    I am now following them on Instagram @socialmarci

  6. September 19, 2017 / 10:26 am

    I would love to try this. I’ve been looking for a new serum! @lifewithjrdn

  7. September 19, 2017 / 4:32 pm

    I know what you mean! Im trying to keep the wrinkles at bay (and maybe handle those grey hairs upstairs and downstairs some other time lol). These all look like such great products! I’m following them via Instagram @sodrewrites

    missdre910@gmail.com

  8. Yakha conde
    September 19, 2017 / 6:11 pm

    @yakha0523 new mom and would love to win this serum ( skin needs help). Love your blog ❤️

  9. Nicole
    September 20, 2017 / 8:15 am

    I would love to try these products! IG: momlifediaries

  10. JG
    September 20, 2017 / 9:44 am

    I would love to win this. This looks like it could do wonders for my skin which has taken a beating from poor sleep/insomnia. . Thanks for the opportunity!

    • JG
      September 20, 2017 / 9:46 am

      Oops @julgill

  11. September 20, 2017 / 10:38 am

    Omg I bust out laughing at the gray hairs comment. So funny. But I cannot believe you have a giveaway for this. Seriously struggling with my face rn. The spots, my pores! Need! ✨✨✨

  12. Kay Gatewood
    September 20, 2017 / 1:25 pm

    Love it

  13. Shalema
    September 20, 2017 / 4:47 pm

    This seems like such luxury. -iamshalema

  14. Nakeya
    September 20, 2017 / 7:59 pm

    I absolutely live beauitul packaging when it cimes to skincare and this line def has it. #hopeiwinooweelol.

  15. Olamide
    September 20, 2017 / 9:41 pm

    I would love to try out this product. I’ve decided to starting taking good care of my skin recently and I look forward to trying Retrouvé. Thank you :). @hermaiestas

  16. Loridana McLeod
    September 22, 2017 / 8:05 am

    This retails at $390….why not enter?! Lol

    • Loridana McLeod
      September 22, 2017 / 8:06 am

      @loridana_

  17. Abena.donkor
    September 22, 2017 / 9:09 am

    My skin needs this.
    @Abena.Donkor

  18. Asa
    September 22, 2017 / 9:21 am

    Oooh if Tracee uses it then I need need need!

    @asa.symone

  19. Krystal
    September 22, 2017 / 9:58 pm

    Obsessed with the packaging lol

  20. Patrice Holmes
    September 24, 2017 / 11:02 am

    pholmes2488@gmail.com Just turned 29 today and I’m noticing some major changes in my skin This will definitely help me out!!! @creative_hippy

  21. Nanci
    September 24, 2017 / 11:55 am

    My skin definitely needs this! I followed on IG also; nance_85

  22. Sirena Norman
    September 24, 2017 / 8:59 pm

    It’s worth a shot! I’d love some new swanky products to try, why not!?

  23. September 25, 2017 / 9:24 am

    Great post would love to try these! Dianae_official

  24. September 25, 2017 / 9:52 am

    Tracee. Zoe. Monroe.
    I’m sold!
    Fingers crossed!!!!
    @adornnewyork

  25. Stephanie Allen
    September 26, 2017 / 4:52 pm

    @bystephanieelaine
    I really want to win 🙂
    Love your style.

Leave a Reply to Sally Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *


Looking for Something?