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FC-22 · 50 ML

The Face Cream

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Balance - 30ml

BEST FOR

A quick hydration boost anytime skin needs refreshing.

NOT FOR

Anyone who prefers to skip facial mists.

— THE FORMULA

A fresh layer of calm hydration.

A magnesium-infused facial mist with red bush tea, aloe vera and barrier-supporting botanical extracts. It refreshes, hydrates and helps rebalance skin before serums, after acids or throughout the day.

— PROVEN · CONSUMER PERCEPTION
96 HR
Assessed through a 96-hour clinical patch test to support confidence in how the formula is tolerated by sensitive skin.
30
Clinically tested on 30 subjects with sensitive skin, with no adverse reactions reported during testing.
10
Ten skin-kind claims are supported through substantiated testing, helping demonstrate the formula’s gentle, considered approach.
— 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
Magnesium
  • Reduces inflammation
  • Supports skin repair
  • Reinforces barrier function
02
Red Bush Tea Leaf Extract
  • Reduces redness
  • Soothes skin
  • Protects against environmental stressors
03
Aloe Vera
  • Hydrates skin
  • Calms skin
  • Replenishes moisture
04
Gentian Root Extract
  • Strengthens skin resilience
  • Supports skin barrier
  • Enhances skin vitality
— THE RITUAL

How to use.

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

  1. 01

    Hold

    Hold bottle 6–8 inches from face and mist onto clean skin.

  2. 02

    Mist

    Mist throughout the day for an instant refresh.

  3. 03

    Use

    Use before serums and moisturisers and acids to enhance absorption.

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— THE DETAILS

Questions, answered.

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01
What skin types is Balance suitable for?

Balance is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive, oily, dry, and combination skin.

02
Can I use Balance over makeup?

Balance is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive, oily, dry, and combination skin.

03
How often should I use it?

Use morning and night as part of your skincare routine, and mist throughout the day as needed.

04
Will this help with redness and irritation?

Yes. Magnesium, aloe vera, and red bush tea work together to soothe and calm irritated skin.

05
Can I store Balance in the fridge?

Storing in the fridge enhances the cooling and soothing effects.

06
Is Balance cruelty-free and vegan?

Yes, like all Pestle & Mortar products, Balance is cruelty-free and vegan.

07
Does Balance contain artificial fragrance?

We do not use artificial fragrances or synthetic perfumes in our skincare products. Balance is fragrance-free.

FULL TRANSPARENCY
SKIN CONCERN
  • Dehydrated Skin
  • Dry Skin
  • Dull & Tired Skin
  • Oily Skin
WHY IT WORKS

Balance combines bioavailable magnesium with antioxidant-rich natural extracts like red bush tea and aloe vera to reinforce the skin barrier, prevent moisture loss, and soothe irritation. It locks in hydration and fortifies skin against environmental stressors, leaving it refreshed, nourished, and resilient.

WHAT IT DOES
  • Hydrates
  • Maintains natural pH and barrier function
  • Detoxifies
  • Strengthens the skin barrier
FULL INGREDIENTS (INCI)

Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Sea Water Extract, Gentiana Lutea (Gentian) Root Extract, Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract, Aspalathus Linearis (Red Bush Tea) Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice Powder, Ascorbic Acid, Leucine, Valine, Tyrosine, Arginine, Lysine, Cysteine, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Hydroxide, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Lactate, Phenoxyethanol.

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.