Respire Natural Deodorant

Respire is a prominent French personal care brand founded by Justine Hutteau and Thomas Méheut in 2018. The brand's origin story is rooted in the founder's personal health journey; Justine Hutteau was inspired to create safe, natural hygiene products after a health scare led her to research the potential impacts of chemical-laden cosmetics on the body.

All Respire product formulas, including their signature roll-on and solid deodorants, are developed and manufactured in France. Specifically, the brand emphasizes its commitment to local logistics, with different product lines produced in various French regions such as Brittany (deodorants), Normandy (dentifrice), and Southern France (solid care ranges).

As of the 2026 outlook, the brand continues to operate as an independent French entity, despite high-interest investment from venture capital firms such as Aonia Ventures and RAISE Group. It has transitioned from a digital-native startup to a significant market player available in thousands of physical retail locations including Sephora and pharmacies across Europe.