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BEST FOR

Sensitive, dry or reactive skin.

NOT FOR

Skin looking for active exfoliation.

— THE FORMULA

Barrier support, made beautifully simple.

A fragrance-free barrier-supporting cream powered by squalane, niacinamide, avocado oil, green tea and hyaluronic acid. It hydrates, soothes and supports sensitive, dry or reactive skin.

— 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
Squalane
  • Helps support the skin barrier
  • Hydrates skin
  • Softens skin
02
Niacinamide
  • Helps reduce the appearance of redness
  • Helps support barrier function
  • Helps balance oil production
03
Green Tea extract
  • Helps protects against environmental stress
  • Helps soothe sensitive-feeling skin
  • Clarifies skin
04
Avocado oil
  • Nourishes and replenishes skin
  • Helps retain skin elasticity
  • Supports skin condition
— OFTEN ORDERED TOGETHER

Build a shelf, not a product.

— THE DETAILS

Questions, answered.

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01
Is The Face Cream suitable for sensitive skin?
02
Will The Face Cream make my skin feel greasy?

No, The Face Cream is nourishing and fast-absorbing, providing deep hydration without clogging pores or leaving a greasy residue.

03
Can I use The Face Cream if I have redness-prone skin?

Yes, The Face Cream contains soothing ingredients like niacinamide, squalane, and green tea extract, making it suitable for sensitive and redness-prone skin.

04
Is The Face Cream good for oily skin?

Yes, The Face Cream contains niacinamide to help balance oil production.

05
Can I use The Face Cream if I have dry skin?

Yes, the combination of hyaluronic acid, avocado oil, and squalane deeply hydrates, helps support the skin barrier, and helps reduce moisture loss.

06
Is The Face Cream fragrance-free?

Yes, The Face Cream is fragrance-free, ideal for sensitive skin.

07
How often should I use The Face Cream?

Use morning and evening as part of your daily skincare routine.

08
Is The Face Cream vegan and cruelty-free?

Yes, like all Pestle & Mortar products, The Face Cream is vegan and cruelty-free.

09
Can I use The Face Cream during pregnancy?

Yes, The Face Cream is safe to use during pregnancy. If you have specific concerns, we recommend consulting with your healthcare provider.

FULL TRANSPARENCY
SKIN CONCERN
  • Sensitive Skin
  • Redness-prone skin
  • Dry Skin
  • Oily Skin
WHY IT WORKS

The Face Cream is powered by our barrier recovery complex, a 99% natural formulation designed to help support the skin barrier, replenish moisture, and soothe sensitive-feeling skin. Squalane and avocado oil mimic the skin’s natural lipids, while niacinamide and green tea help reduce the appearance of redness and help protect against environmental stressors. Hyaluronic acid helps maintain hydration, ensuring long-lasting comfort for all skin types. Dermatologist-approved and fragrance-free, this nourishing formula leaves skin calm, balanced, and healthy-looking.

WHAT IT DOES
  • Hydrates
  • Helps support the skin barrier
  • Helps soothe skin discomfort
  • Helps reduce the appearance of redness
FULL INGREDIENTS (INCI)

Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Myristyl Myristate, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Squalane, Propanediol, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Niacinamide, Tocopherol, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Fruit Oil, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Carbomer, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hydroxide.

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.