Mr. Jean d’Estrées was born into the legendary d’Estrées family in France. He gained international acclaim in Hollywood for creating the iconic screen image of France’s national treasure, Édith Piaf. Over his illustrious career, he crafted elegant and timeless looks for numerous Academy Award-winning actresses, including Vivien Leigh, Bette Davis, and Elizabeth Taylor, leaving behind an enduring legacy of classic beauty.

In 1950, Mr. Jean d’Estrées founded his namesake brand, combining his era-defining aesthetic with more than a decade of experience in Hollywood beauty and in-depth theoretical research. His visionary approach laid the foundation for the brand’s unique identity.

Thanks to Mr. d’Estrées’ remarkable charisma and forward-thinking skincare philosophy, his very first salon quickly became a prestigious destination for royalty, aristocrats, and the most celebrated actresses of the time.

He went on to establish several Jean d’Estrées beauty academies in Paris, Nice, Madrid, Barcelona, and Mexico City, where he trained professional beauticians from around the world.

He published his renowned beauty book, La Beauté Mon Aventure, offering an elegant reflection on a golden age of artistry.

As a pioneer in skincare, he advocated for the innovative concept of “Synergessence” and championed a forward-looking philosophy of “skincare for self-pleasure.”

Elevating and celebrating women’s unique beauty was Mr. Jean d’Estrées’ lifelong mission. Over the past 70 years, his brand has continued to refine and uphold his legacy, pursuing beauty and exceptional experiences. Today, Jean d’Estrées provides luxurious skincare solutions to women in 22 countries and regions worldwide, empowering every woman to express her own unique and multifaceted beauty.