While I hadn’t tried any of the Rodan + Fields skincare products before now, I am no stranger to the brand. I have heard really great things about the products from other bloggers, and have seen lots of Rodan + Fields reviews and giveaways over the last couple of years on different blogs that I follow. I am excited to have finally had the chance to try out some of their products for myself and see how good they really are!
iFabbo sent me the Rodan + Fields REDEFINE regimen and Acute Care (skincare for expression lines) to try out. This line is meant to defend against and reduce visible signs of aging- it claims to help with the appearance of lines, pores and loss of firmness. I’ll start by saying that I have normal to dry skin, a ton of freckles (76% of participants in an R+F study that used this line saw an improvement in brown spots) and lines in my forehead, so the main reasons for me wanting to try this specific line were a) defending against signs of aging and b) to help with the appearance of lines in my forehead. The Rodan + Fields REDEFINE regimen comes with a Daily Cleansing Mask, a Pore Minimizing Toner, a Triple Defense Treatment SPF 30 moisturizer and an Overnight Restorative Cream.
Let’s start with the cleansing mask. It is an exfoliating kaolin clay-based mask that you gently message with wet fingers into dry skin, then leave on for two minutes or so until it dries, and rinse off. Initially, I thought I was going to hate the whole mask/waiting two minutes thing being done twice daily, but I actually loved it. It was like two minutes of a mini-spa in the morning and right before bed, which ended up being quite nice. I could just apply the mask and then brush my teeth, and by the time I was done that it was ready to rinse off, so it didn’t feel time consuming or like an extra step that I didn’t want to do. The mask left my face feeling super smooth and not tight (which is an issue I often have with cleansers because my skin can dry out pretty easily), but after using this for a few days, I found that using an exfoliant twice daily was a bit too abrasive for my skin. Don’t get me wrong, the exfoliating beads in the mask ARE gentle, but I have fairly sensitive skin that I usually only exfoliant once or twice a week.
Following the cleansing mask, I used the Pore Minimizing Toner. This is meant to do just that- tighten and minimize the appearance of pores, but I don’t really have any pore issues at this stage. It also helps to prepare skin for the moisturizer or night cream that follows this step, so I made sure not to skip this.
Lastly, depending on whether it was day or night, I’d follow the cleansing mask and toner with the Triple Defense Treatment (for day) or the Overnight Restorative Cream (for night). I really liked the Triple Defense Treatment. I’d put this on first thing in the morning to give it a chance to absorb before applying my makeup over top. It is quite light on the skin, but super hydrating nonetheless. While I love products that work double-duty by including SPF, my skin often reacts badly to them. I don’t know what it is, but my face is super sensitive to something in some SPF products and they tend to make my skin sting. This product did NOT do that, and for that, I love it! The Overnight Restorative Cream was just as nice. It is a bit heavier than it’s daytime counterpart, which I love in a night cream, and contains a mix of hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and antioxidants to prevent moisture loss and replenish nutrients. I loved waking up to soft, smooth skin after using this.
Last, and anything BUT least, is the Acute Care skincare for expression lines. It’s a bit early to say, but I don’t foresee me ever having any fillers injected into any part of my face in the future. I have absolutely nothing against it- do you!- but I am just paranoid of something going wrong and I’m also just so not into needles or voluntary pain, haha. I think I’ll be sticking to these babies instead, because the results from their clinical studies are pretty fantastic. They are these little strips that basically look like clear bandaids, but on the side that you apply directly to your wrinkle (I used them on my forehead lines, obviously) there are tiny prickly liquid cones (they don’t hurt, but they did totally catch me off guard the first time I used them, haha) that melt peptides and hyaluronic acid directly into the wrinkles while you sleep. Easy peasy! You are meant to use these every three nights for a month for the best results. In the above photos, I had used them three times (in conjunction with the rest of the regimen) and I think the results speak for themselves. I mean, of course the lines are still there- I don’t expect them to magically disappear overnight (but a girl can dream, right?)- but they are noticeably less deep. I did my best to take the photos in the same spot with the same lighting to try to get most accurate comparison possible. I basically want a lifetime supply of these. While I think they are totally worth the $220 price tag, I can’t afford that kind of upkeep on the regular, so I think I’ll be using these more sparingly.
Overall, I really enjoyed the entire Rodan + Fields REDEFINE line, up until my skin got too sensitive to continue on with the exfoliant in the Daily Cleansing Mask. I think this regimen is probably better suited for someone with skin that isn’t as sensitive and prone to dryness as mine. What I was particularly impressed with, out of everything, was the Acute Care skincare for expression lines. I can’t get over the results (both in R+F’s studies and my own results)! This is something I would definitely look at buying again in the future, and until then I’ll be savoring the packets of this that I have left!
Have you ever tried any Rodan + Fields products?
Neversaydiebeauty says
The mask is too strong for my dry, sensitive skin to use twice a day, every day. During my product trial, I used it every night. Now, I use it a couple of times a week. I think it’s a great product, just a bit too much for my skin. I love the moisturizers and toner!
Chelsea says
Agreed, I had that same problem with the mask after using it for a few days! I am going to use it as a mask every few nights like you suggested :)
Susannah says
It’s so cool so to see that products like this work! I’m sorry your skin was too sensitive for some of the products!
Chelsea says
Right? Some skincare products can be SOOO expensive so I find it hard to justify them.. but when there are actual visible results, the price tag is worth it. :)
Emma says
Wow, those pictures showed a real difference! Never heard of this product, will have to look into it some more! x
Chelsea says
Glad you could tell! As I said in the post, they’re not like super crazy ‘my lines have disappeared overnight’ results, but there are definite results and I can only imagine what using these over time will do for my lines! :)
Jess says
Wow, what a noticeable difference! I’ll have to look into these more, my skin has been really dull and just “blah” these days.
Phyrra says
It looks like it works amazingly well!
Anastasia says
Great results! I can definitely see the difference.
Kayli Schattner says
Wow, that looks amazing! I’m obsessed with new beauty products so I may have to try out Rodan + Fields products soon. I’m trying to get a better skincare routine going while I’m in my 20’s so I don’t regret not doing it in my 30’s!haha.
Amber says
The Acute care strips are pretty amazing! You had great results, yay!
Kim says
Oh wow! The results you achieved are amazing!
chelsea jacobs says
I keep hearing such good things about this brand!
Jess scull says
omg your results are incredible!
Amy says
I LOVE R and F!!! I recently became a consultant because I loved Redefine so much :)
Amy says
I LOVE R and F!!! I recently became a consultant because I loved Redefine so much :) So glad you love it!!
jamie@makeuplifelove says
OK I totally totally want this like NOW. Everyone keeps saying how awesome it is, and I think I need need need it. And girl your pictures are BEAUTIFUL!!! Gorgeous girl xoxo
Eugenia says
I wanna try!! I have heard and SEEN so many good things about this!
Erika says
That acute Care looks like something I could get interested in.
MarciaF says
I used the mask once a day and now I’m using it maybe 3x per week. My favorite part of this is the Acute Care and I will be buying it once I save up enough. :) I’m older and noticed a big difference at my crow’s feet. I have one package left that I’m going to try on my smile lines.
Nidia says
These always seem you get great reviews and seem to work! I just wish they weren’t so spendy.
Kath TheFabZilla says
I like the mask and moisturizing cream from this line
Laura MyNewestAddiction says
Your skin looks FANTASTIC! i want it. kthanksbye
Justina says
Wow those are really fantastic results!
365hangers says
This sounds seriously amazing, and your skin looks so great, even before using!!
xx 365Hangers
Brooke @ Blushing Noir says
I have major pore issues. I need to check out that cleansing mask!
Mina Slater says
I’ve never tried this brand but I’ve heard a lot about it! I might be interested in trying that mask for sure!
Stephanie Louise (@StephLouiseATB) says
I’m still in my early stages but I’m all about prevention so this looks right up my alley!
KENDRA says
I have tried several of their products and really love them!
Kelly says
I am starting to get forehead lines as well, these sound terrific and look like they really work, I will have to give them a try!
xx Kelly
Sparkles and Shoes
Jessica says
Awesome results!
Tara says
Rodan + Fields offers the line Soothe for those with sensitive skin. Soothe has won dermatological awards and is the best when you have sensitivities. I love that all RF products are guaranteed. 60 days, empty bottle, no questions! No other skincare line does that!
Tanner says
I tend to avoid beauty treatments with high price tags, because high price tags, but if it works I’m up to trying it. Maybe if I start with just the product you had trouble with and go from there to see if I have the same sensitivity problem I could save a bit. Hmmm. Only one way to find out right? Thanks for the honest review.