In short: a Repêchage starter kit gives you a complete routine from one collection in smaller sizes, so you can try it before buying full sizes.
There are six: Hydra Blue for everyday seaweed care, Hydra Dew Pure for dry skin, Hydra Medic for oily, blemish-prone skin, Hydra 4 for sensitive skin, Biolight for dull skin and an uneven-looking tone, and Vita Cura for mature skin. This guide explains what is inside each Repêchage starter kit and how to choose.
The six starter kits at a glance
| Kit | Made for | What is inside |
|---|---|---|
| Hydra Blue Starter Kit | Everyday care, all skin types | Sea Cleanse Foaming Seaweed Cleanser, Algo Mist, C-Serum Seaweed Filtrate, Hydro-Complex PFS Cream for Dry Skin, Opti-Firm Eye Contour Cream |
| Hydra Dew Pure Starter Collection | Dry, compromised skin | Gentle Foaming Cleanser, Facial Essence Mist, Facial Moisturizer, Night Cream, Eye Contour Cream |
| Hydra Medic Starter Kit | Oily, blemish-prone skin | Face Wash, Astringent, Mattifying Moisturizer, Clear Complexion Drying Lotion, Sea Mud Perfecting Mask |
| Hydra 4 Starter Kit | Sensitive skin | Hydra 4 Cleanser, Soothing Toner, Red-Out Serum, Moisturizing Day Cream, Soothing Clay Mask |
| Biolight Starter Kit | Dull skin, dark spots, uneven-looking tone | Brightening Cleanser, Toner, Serum, Day Cream, Overnight Cream |
| Vita Cura Starter Kit | Mature skin, the look of fine lines | Triple Action Cleansing Cream, Renewal Toner, Renewal Serum, Opti-Lift Serum, Triple Firming Cream |
Repêchage Hydra Blue Starter Kit
Which starter kit is right for you?
- Your skin feels comfortable most days and you want a good daily routine: Hydra Blue. It is built around Repêchage's seaweed filtrate and suits most skin types.
- Your skin feels tight, rough or flaky, especially in winter: Hydra Dew Pure.
- Your skin gets shiny by midday and you get breakouts or blackheads: Hydra Medic.
- Your skin reacts easily, goes red or stings with new products: Hydra 4.
- Your main concern is dullness, tan or dark spots: Biolight.
- Your main concern is the look of fine lines and skin that feels less firm: Vita Cura.
- Oily T-zone with drier cheeks: there is no starter kit for combination skin, but the three-step T-Zone Balance range covers it. See our T-Zone Balance routine.
If you are unsure, ask for a free skin consultation, and the Repêchage-trained JB Skincare team will suggest a kit.
How to use a starter kit
Each kit follows the same order: cleanse, tone or mist, treat, moisturize. A typical day looks like this:
- Morning: cleanser, toner or mist, serum or treatment, moisturizer or day cream, then a broad-spectrum sunscreen as the last step.
- Night: cleanser, toner or mist, serum or treatment, then the night cream or moisturizer.
- Masks: the Hydra Medic and Hydra 4 kits include a mask for use two or three times a week.
- Spot treatment: the Hydra Medic Drying Lotion is dabbed only onto blemishes overnight.
Our routines for each collection go into the detail: Biolight, Vita Cura, Hydra Medic, Hydra 4, Hydra Dew Pure and Hydra Blue.
Why start with a kit
- Try before you commit. Smaller sizes let you see how your skin responds over a few weeks.
- A complete routine. The products are designed to be used together, so you do not have to work out the order.
- Easy to travel with. The small sizes fit a travel bag.
- A good gift. A starter kit is a simple way to introduce someone to Repêchage.
Repêchage Hydra Dew Pure Starter Collection
Tips for starting a new routine
- Patch test each product on your inner arm or behind the ear for a day before using it on your face.
- If your skin is sensitive, introduce one product at a time over a week or two.
- Give the routine several weeks before judging it, and stop any product that stings or causes redness.
- Keep your sunscreen as the last morning step; none of the starter kits includes a sunscreen.
See all the kits together in Repêchage Starter Kits.
Frequently asked questions
Which Repêchage starter kit should I buy?
Choose by your main concern: Hydra Blue for everyday care, Hydra Dew Pure for dry skin, Hydra Medic for oily or blemish-prone skin, Hydra 4 for sensitive skin, Biolight for dull skin and dark spots, and Vita Cura for mature skin.
What is in the Hydra Blue Starter Kit?
Sea Cleanse Foaming Seaweed Cleanser, Algo Mist, C-Serum Seaweed Filtrate, Hydro-Complex PFS Cream for Dry Skin and Opti-Firm Eye Contour Cream.
Is there a Repêchage starter kit for combination skin?
No, but the T-Zone Balance range (cleanser, toner and moisturizer) is made for combination skin.
How long does a starter kit last?
It depends on how often you use each product. Starter sizes are designed to let you follow the routine for a few weeks and see how your skin responds.
Do starter kits include sunscreen?
No. Add a broad-spectrum sunscreen as the last step every morning.
Can I mix products from different starter kits?
Yes, if your skin has more than one need. Introduce one product at a time and avoid using two exfoliating products together.
Are the starter kits suitable for men?
Yes. Choose by skin type and concern; the routines work the same way.
Can I get help choosing a kit?
Yes. Ask for a free skin consultation and the JB Skincare team will suggest a kit for your skin.
Sources and further reading
Further reading from dermatology organizations and published research:
