Jordane Arrivetz, the elegance of consistency

Jordane Arrivetz is an interior designer and founder of a ten-strong agency specializing in hotel and restaurant projects, where aesthetics meet the demands of reality. Her daily routine is punctuated by appointments, worksites, teamwork and frequent travel.

As the mother of two children, she moves forward with energy, but with no mental time to waste. She travels light, often with a simple cabin bag. For her, everything must be practical, structured and optimized. This philosophy is also reflected in the way she looks after her skin.

Does your vision as an architect influence the way you approach your daily routine?

Yes, it does. In my job, I'm always looking for a balance between beauty and fairness: simple, high-quality choices that last. I work the same way with skincare. I'm not too keen on heavily scented products, endless routines or "must-try" novelties.Above all, I love the idea of routine because it frees my mind. Like my work clothes: I love "uniforms". When I don't have to think about what I'm wearing, or what I'm doing, I save my energy for what matters: imagining, creating, solving, deciding. In short: fewer questions, more consistency.

What does your skincare routine look like, morning and night?

In the morning, it's pretty straightforward: I go straight to the essentials and protect. So sun protection, every day, even when I'm "only" going out to the office.In the evening, I keep things simple and regular: every other evening, I use retinol, and the other evening, repair cream. I prefer to do little but well, and stick to the same routine over time.

What gestures or products could you not do without?

I don't have many... so I couldn't do without any. I like to have a little "winning trio" and never change them.If I had to keep just one: sun protection. It's the simplest gesture, the one that has the most impact, and the one that fits in best with my lifestyle (fast, effective, daily).

Has the way you look after your skin changed over time?

Yes. Before, I tended to test more, to change more often. With the first signs of ageing, I've done the opposite: I've simplified. I choose better, I keep what works, and I pay attention to quality.I've also realized that the difference lies in two things: regularity and not aggressing the skin. So today I'm much more into a "stable routine" than "experimentation".

What does "ageing well" mean to you?

For me, ageing well means feeling comfortable. With your face, your body, and the idea of time passing. It's a very mental subject: the way we look at and talk to each other changes everything.I like the idea of taking care without trying to erase. Keeping a good energy level, feeling good, having healthy skin and accepting that life shows a little. As long as you look good and feel aligned, that's what "aging well" is all about.