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FC-22 · 50 ML

The Face Cream

€22 ★★★★★4.9 ★★★★★ (126)
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20% OFFCombination Skin

the universal starter

Add the double cleansing system

The Universal Starter is our two-step Double Cleansing System — Erase Cleansing Balm followed by Renew Gel Cleanser. Together, they thoroughly cleanse the skin, removing makeup, SPF, impurities and daily build-up to leave skin fresh, balanced and ready for the rest of your routine.

Combination Skin
The Zone-Balance System

Combination Skin

€124€99.20

Double Cleansing System
Universal starter

Double cleansing system

€90€63

— INSIDE THE BOTTLE

Chosen with intention.

Everything inside is there for a reason, and nothing goes into the bottle that we wouldn’t put on our own skin.

01
Salicylic Acid (BHA) + Glycolic/Lactic (AHA) — Pore Reset Pads
  • Clears oil inside the pore
  • Resurfaces the top layer to refine the T-zone
  • Smooths texture without stripping the whole face
02
Sodium Hyaluronate (multi-weight) — Pure Hyaluronic Serum
  • Weightless, oil-free hydration at several depths
  • Suits dry cheeks and oily zones equally
  • Plumps and smooths
03
Tri- & Tetra-Peptide Technology + Squalane — Hydrate
  • Peptides support collagen and elasticity
  • Squalane seals moisture into the dry areas
  • Reinforces the barrier without heaviness
04
Centella Asiatica Complex — Pore Reset Pads
  • Calms and supports the barrier
  • Lets exfoliation refine the oily zones without irritating the drier ones
— THE RITUAL

How to use.

Follow these simple steps to get the best results from your skincare routine.

  1. 01

    Morning: Pure Hyaluronic Serum

    2–4 drops over face and neck on slightly damp skin.

  2. 02

    Morning: Hydrate

    One pump, focused on drier areas (cheeks, jaw); use sparingly or skip on the T-zone.

  3. 03

    Evening: Pore Reset Pad

    Sweep over the oily, congested zones (T-zone, chin), avoiding the eye area and very dry patches; don't rinse. Start 2–3 nights a week.

  4. 04

    Evening: Pure Hyaluronic Serum

    2–4 drops over the whole face.

  5. 05

    Evening: Hydrate

    Seal the drier areas.

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— REVIEWS

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    Ange
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    9 hours ago
    Pure Hyaluronic Serum

    This gives such a lovely plumped effect. My skin feels soft, smooth, and more elastic, especially in the morning after using it the night before

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    Ruby
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 days ago
    Pore Reset Pads

    My T-zone used to always feel congested, but after using this for a few weeks, my skin feels fresh and oil-free.

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    Ammarie
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 days ago
    Pore Reset Pads

    Pore Reset Pads completely transformed my skin. My breakouts are gone, my pores look smaller, and my skin feels so much smoother

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    Czarleen
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Hydrate

    A lifesaver for my dry skin

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    Angel
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Hydrate

    She's always struggled with dry skin, but now her skin feels so soft and looks radiant. The packaging is so elegant too

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— THE COMMUNITY

From #PestleAndMortar.

— THE DETAILS

Questions, answered.

Can't find what you're looking for? Email us at customercare@pestleandmortar.com — a real person will reply within 24 hours.

01
Is this a full skincare routine?

No — it's a targeted balancing trio designed to layer onto the cleanser you already use. There's no cleanser or SPF in the bundle.

02
How do I use it for combination skin?

Apply the pads mainly to the oily, congested zones; hydrate the whole face with the serum; and use the moisturiser mainly on the drier areas. One routine, adjusted by zone.

03
Won't the moisturiser make my T-zone greasy?

Not if you use it where it's needed — focus Hydrate on the cheeks and drier areas and go light (or skip it) on the T-zone.

04
How often should I use the pads?

Start 2–3 nights a week on the oily zones and build up as tolerated. Avoid very dry or flaky patches.

05
Is the serum oily?

No — Pure Hyaluronic Serum is oil-free and absorbs fast, which is why it suits both zones.

06
Is it fragranced?

Pure Hyaluronic Serum is fragrance-free; the pads carry a light natural botanical (geranium) note; Hydrate has a light, fresh citrus note.

07
Can I use it morning and night?

Yes — serum and moisturiser morning and night; pads in the evening only, a few times a week.

08
Do I still need SPF?

Yes, daily — and the exfoliating pads increase sun sensitivity. Finish each morning with SPF (not included).

09
When will I see results?

Skin often feels more balanced within days; refined pores in the T-zone and comfortable cheeks build over a few weeks.

10
Is it suitable for sensitive skin?

The formulas are buffered to be gentle, but if you're reactive, patch-test and start the pads slowly.

11
Is it vegan and cruelty-free?

Yes — all three.

12
Can I buy the products separately?

Yes — the bundle simply pairs them at a saving versus €124 bought individually.

FULL TRANSPARENCY
SKIN CONCERN
  • Combination skin
  • Oily / shiny T-zone
  • Dry or tight cheeks
  • Congestion / enlarged pores
  • Dehydrated skin
  • Uneven texture
WHY IT WORKS

Combination skin is the hardest to shop for because it's two problems at once: a T-zone that's oily and congested, and cheeks that are dry and tight. Buy for the oil and you strip the cheeks; buy for the dryness and you clog the T-zone. The Zone-Balance System is built to treat both without picking a side. Exfoliating pads refine and decongest where skin is oily and pores are visible (AHA + BHA Zero-Pore Complex); a multi-weight hyaluronic serum floods the whole face with weightless, oil-free water that the dry areas drink up and the oily areas welcome (HydraPlump System); and a tetra-peptide-and-squalane moisturiser seals moisture into the drier zones without a heavy finish on the rest (TetraPeptide + Squalane Infusion). Refine where it's oily, hydrate everywhere, seal where it's dry — one routine, both zones.

WHAT IT DOES
  • Refines the oily zones
  • Hydrates the whole face
  • Comforts & seals dry areas
  • Balances & smooths texture
FULL INGREDIENTS (INCI)

Pore Reset Pads 70

Water, Propanediol, Methylpropanediol, Lactic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Potassium Hydroxide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Allantoin, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract, Zea Mays (Corn) Leaf Extract, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool.

Pure Hyaluronic Serum 30ml

Aqua, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Butylene Glycol, Panthenol, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid. (Sodium Hyaluronate is Ecocert and Cosmos Approved.)

Hydrate 50ml

Aqua, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Butylene Glycol, Myristyl Myristate, Squalane, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Palmitoyl Dipeptide-5 Diaminobutyroyl Hydroxythreonine, Tetradecyl Aminobutyroylvalylaminobutyric Urea Acetate, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract, Carbomer, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil.

Pestle & Mortar founder

— OUR STORY

"Less is more, and consistency is key."

Founded by Sonia Deasy, Pestle & Mortar began with one simple belief. Skincare should work beautifully without being complicated. Inspired by generations of Indian natural-healing wisdom, we create effective, kind-to-skin formulas made for real routines and visible results.