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FC-22 · 50 ML

The Face Cream

€22 ★★★★★4.9 ★★★★★ (126)
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20% OFFDull 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.

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The Triple-Glow System

Dull Skin

€158€126.40

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
Stabilised Vitamin C (three forms) + Ferulic Acid — Vitamin C 2 Phase Serum
  • 16% vitamin C across three stabilised forms
  • Boosted by ferulic acid to brighten and even tone
  • Fades marks and defends against free-radical damage
02
Glycolic + Lactic + Salicylic Acids — Pore Reset Pads
  • Resurface the dead, light-scattering top layer
  • Reveal smoother, brighter skin and refine texture
  • Salicylic keeps pores clear
03
Tri- & Tetra-Peptide Technology + Squalane — Hydrate
  • Restore plumpness and bounce so a smoother, more even surface reflects light
  • Squalane reinforces the barrier without heaviness
04
Lipid Phase (Squalane + Evening Primrose) — Vitamin C 2 Phase Serum
  • Nourishes and supports the barrier
  • Makes a high-strength vitamin C comfortable to use daily
— THE RITUAL

How to use.

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

  1. 01

    Morning: Vitamin C 2 Phase Serum

    Shake to combine the two phases, then one pump over face and neck. Vitamin C works best in the day, under SPF.

  2. 02

    Morning: Hydrate

    One pump to lock it in.

  3. 03

    Evening: Pore Reset Pad

    Sweep over clean, dry skin, avoiding the eye area; don't rinse. Use 2–3 nights a week to start, on nights you're not applying other strong actives.

  4. 04

    Evening: Hydrate

    One pump to seal and plump.

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    Lily
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    9 hours ago
    Vitamin C 2 Phase Serum

    This is the first vitamin C that I've tried that doesn't break me out and clog my pores. Really like the consistency and the smell is not overpowerin

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    Sharon C.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 days ago
    Vitamin C 2 Phase Serum

    This is the best vitamin C I have tried… I have been using this daily, no irritation, just glowy skin, and make-up sits well on top. I would highly recommend

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    Nicole1 S.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 days ago
    Vitamin C 2 Phase Serum

    It certainly lived up to the hype! Sits really well under my makeup and feels super lightweight on my skin. Will definitely repurchase

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    Rebeca
    Flag of Ireland
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Pore Reset Pads

    My skin looked brighter and smoother after first use, and it didn't feel tight or dry

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    Aoife_19
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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.

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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 radiance trio designed to layer onto the cleanser you already use. There's no cleanser or SPF in the bundle.

02
What makes skin look dull?

Three things at once: dead surface cells that scatter light, uneven tone and marks, and dehydration. This routine works on all three, which is why it does more than a single "brightening" serum.

03
When do I use the vitamin C?

In the morning — vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps defend skin through the day and works best under SPF.

04
Why do I shake the serum?

It's a dual-phase (water + oil) formula. Shaking combines the brightening aqueous phase with the nourishing lipid phase just before use.

05
Can I use the pads and vitamin C on the same day?

Yes — vitamin C in the morning, pads in the evening. To be gentle, use the pads a few nights a week rather than daily.

06
Will the acids or vitamin C irritate me?

Both are buffered and supported (Centella in the pads; a lipid phase in the serum). Start slowly and build up.

07
Is it fragranced?

The Vitamin C serum is fragrance-free; the pads carry a light natural botanical (geranium) note; Hydrate has a light, fresh citrus note.

08
Do I really need SPF?

Yes, daily — it protects the results and makes the vitamin C more effective. Exfoliating acids also increase sun sensitivity. SPF is not included in this bundle.

09
When will I see results?

Skin often looks brighter within days of resurfacing; even tone and faded marks build over 4–8 weeks of consistent vitamin C use.

10
Is it suitable for sensitive skin?

It's buffered to be tolerable, but if you're reactive, patch-test, start the pads slowly and ease into daily vitamin C.

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 €158 bought individually.

FULL TRANSPARENCY
SKIN CONCERN
  • Dull & tired skin
  • Uneven skin tone
  • Hyperpigmentation / post-blemish marks
  • Rough or uneven texture
  • Dehydrated skin
  • Early signs of sun damage
WHY IT WORKS

Dullness isn't one thing — it's three, stacked. A build-up of dead surface cells scatters light instead of reflecting it; uneven tone and lingering marks break up clarity; and dehydration flattens the skin so it looks grey rather than lit. Chasing "glow" with a single product only ever fixes one layer. The Triple-Glow System addresses all three in order. Exfoliating pads clear the dead, light-scattering surface so skin reflects instead of absorbing (AHA + BHA Zero-Pore Complex); a dual-phase vitamin C serum evens tone, fades marks and defends against the daily damage that dulls (Ferulic + Lipid Brightening Technology); and a peptide-and-squalane moisturiser restores the plumpness that makes skin bounce light back (TetraPeptide + Squalane Infusion). Resurface, brighten, plump — glow rebuilt from all three causes.

WHAT IT DOES
  • Resurfaces & smooths
  • Brightens & evens tone
  • Fades marks & defends
  • Plumps for light-reflecting glow
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.

Vitamin C 2 Phase Serum 40ml — Aqueous Phase

Aqua, Ascorbyl Glucoside, 3-O-Ethyl-L-Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Lactobacillus/Pumpkin Fruit Ferment Filtrate, Ferulic Acid, Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Ascorbate, Sorbitol, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tetrasodium Iminodisuccinate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Lecithin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Glucose, Potassium Sorbate, CI 75120 [Annatto], Phenoxyethanol.

Vitamin C 2 Phase Serum 40ml — Lipid Phase

Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Squalane, Linoleic Acid, Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Tocopherol, Linolenic Acid.

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.