6 skincare sets under $40 for folks who want to try a new skincare combination routine

Skincare Sets

Want to revamp your skincare routine without breaking the bank?

I’ve got you covered.

Whether you’re a skincare enthusiast or a newbie, finding the perfect combination of products can be a daunting task.

But fret not!

We’ve curated a list of phenomenal skincare sets that not only promise to rejuvenate your skin but also come at a price tag of under $40.

So let’s take a look at these cost-effective skincare combos that are sure to indulge your skin and give it the love it deserves.

THE ORDINARY The Skin Support Set

THE ORDINARY The Skin Support Set

Price: $24

Give your skin the support it deserves with this perfectly paired duo from THE ORDINARY. 

It contains Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 that draws moisture into your skin for a smoother, plumper complexion. This water-based formula harnesses the power of next-generation hyaluronic acid and pro-vitamin B5 to hydrate skin at multiple levels. While Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% works to visibly improve skin smoothness, brightness, and integrity with every application.

Together, these high-performance serums provide the ideal combination to revitalize your skin. Suited for all skin types and tones, this set is ideal for anyone looking to boost their regimen with active ingredients that deliver real results—leaving you with a remarkably refreshed, radiant complexion from the inside out.

CLINIQUE Skin School Supplies: Cleanser Refresher Course Set

CLINIQUE Skin School Supplies Cleanser Refresher Course Set

Price: $25

Your complexion will be the envy of your clique with Clinique’s Skin School Supplies set.

This A+ trio gives your skin an education in healthy hydration and a fresh-faced glow. The mild, All About Clean Liquid Facial Soap washes away dirt and oil without stripping the skin’s natural moisture. And for extra credit, the Clarifying Lotion gently sweeps away dead cells to reveal your smoothest complexion yet.

Follow up with the cult-favorite Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+, which quenches thirsty skin for up to 8 hours while strengthening its barrier by over a third.

No matter your skin type, this customized skincare curriculum will have you looking ready to ace any meet-up or event.

MARIO BADESCU Grab And Go Set

MARIO BADESCU Grab And Go Set

Price: $37

Whether you’re jet-setting or road-tripping, Mario Badescu’s Grab And Go Set ensures your skin stays refreshed and radiant wherever your adventures take you. This duo packs all the essentials for combating dryness and banishing blemishes on the go.

Mario Badescu’s Drying Lotion zap zits overnight, so you can wake up with clear, confident skin. And the brand’s rejuvenating Facial Spray mist delivers an invigorating boost of rosewater, aloe, and herbs to restore hydration and revive your complexion. Simply spritz to set makeup, soothe tight skin, or add shine to lackluster locks. Small but mighty, this TSA-approved set is your ticket to glowing, gorgeous skin while on the go.

The perfect pick-me-up for life’s little adventures and life’s biggest moments. Wherever the journey takes you, Mario Badescu’s magic is always within reach with this skincare set.

CAUDALIE Summer Travel Skincare Set (Limited Edition)

CAUDALIE Summer Travel Skincare Set

Price: $38

This limited-edition travel set from Caudalie features four lush products in a chic pouch.

The Vinoclean cleanser washes away impurities while the hydrating grape water and aloe vera gel moisturizer leaves skin dewy fresh. Lather up with the invigorating Thé des Vignes shower gel, scented with notes of white musk and neroli, then nourish your body with a hydrating lotion infused with antioxidant grape polyphenols and grape seed oil.

Parlez-vous ‘self care’? This set says oui.

DR.JART+ Start! Cicapair Trial Kit

Cicapair Trial Kit

Price: $39

A sensitive complexion deserves sensitive care. That’s why DR.JART+ has the Start! Cicapair Trial Kit, a duo of soothing essentials for easily irritated skin.

The Cicapair Cream comforts and calms with a rich, creamy formula to relieve redness and strengthen skin. Meanwhile, the Cicapair Color Correcting Treatment color corrects and protects using various extracts, which naturally enhance skin tone and provide SPF support. 

This dynamic duo works together to relieve visible redness, hydrate, color correct, and protect sensitive skin, all while restoring skin’s health and radiance. For skin that requires special care and consideration, discover the soothing and strengthening power of Cicapair via this trial kit.

OLE HENRIKSEN Glow Strong Skincare Duo Mini

OLE HENRIKSEN Glow Strong Skincare Duo Mini

Price: $39

Go ahead, glow strong with this mini duo from OLE HENRIKSEN that gives your skin an instant boost of nourishment and radiance, while you’re on the go.

The Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer quenches thirsty skin with hyaluronic acid and peptides, strengthening your moisture barrier and plumping fine lines. Its brightening counterpart, the Banana Bright+ Eye Crème, puts under-eye circles and crow’s feet at bay.

Formulated with vitamin C, this power couple illuminates, tightens, and rejuvenates on contact. After all, your complexion deserves the best—why wait until you get home? Slip this duo in your carry-on or handbag and get ready to glow on the go. Wherever the day takes you, your skin will be ready for its close-up.

Skincare devotees and newbies alike, here’s our roundup of some sensational skincare sets all under $40, waiting to revolutionize your daily regimen. Remember, great skincare doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. With these affordable combos, you can refresh your routine, pamper your skin, and still keep your wallet happy. It’s time to explore, experiment, and find your perfect skincare match. Cheers to glowing skin and happier bank accounts!

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5 skincare gift sets under S$50 you can consider for the yearend season of giving

This year hasn’t been great for many of us, and the yearend celebrations would probably be slightly different. Amid the pandemic, Marina Bay Singapore Countdown 2021 organisers said on Thursday (Nov 5) that there will be no fireworks display at Marina Bay on New Year’s Eve. Oh well, it’s indeed better to be safe than sorry with the virus still lurking around.

But don’t be disheartened! We read that fireworks will still be available at various heartland locations islandwide. More details to come as we take a step closer to December. And talking about the yearend, let’s not forget to keep up with the spirit of giving. With everyone tightening their belts this year, we’ve put together five skincare gift sets under S$50 for your consideration.

Get them as a present for yourself or your loved ones!

#1: Clinique Merry Moisture

Clinique Merry Moisture

Price: S$19

We will roll with the most affordable option, Clinique Merry Moisture at just S$19. The set consists of a Moisture Surge™ 72-Hour Auto-Replenishing Hydrator (1oz/30ml) and a Chubby Stick™ Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm in Mega Melon (0.04oz/1.2g). The hydrator contains hyaluronic acid and aloe water to give skin the power to rehydrate itself. At the same time, the lip balm nourishes lips with vitamin E, mango, and shea butter.

#2: Innisfree Winter Glow Skin Set Holiday Edition

Winter Glow Skin Set Holiday Edition

Price: S$26

Next up on our list, we have the Winter Glow Skin Set Holiday Edition (70ml) from Innisfree. This skincare trio comprises of the Jeju Green Tea and Jeju Orchid essentials you need for moisturised glowing skin. The packaging is a collaboration with Steven Harrington, an LA-based artist and designer known for his cheerful and contemporary, psychedelic pop-aesthetics. Let Harrington’s signature quirky illustrations delight the festivities!

#3: Sephora Collection Wild Wishes Tropical Skincare Set (Limited Edition)

SEPHORA COLLECTION Wild Wishes Tropical Skincare Set

Price: S$26

With the same budget at S$26, you can also consider the Wild Wishes Tropical Skincare Set (Limited Edition) by Sephora. The selection of masks boasting a variety of different ingredients, textures, and benefits come in a limited-edition tropical design pouch. To be exact, you will get five types of masks, including a mud mask, grape face mask, pineapple nose mask, green clay mask, and an açaï smoothie mask.

#4: Origins Mask Merry Skincare Set (Limited Edition)

ORIGINS Mask Merry Skincare Set (Limited Edition)

Price: S$36

Similar to our previous listing, Mask Merry Skincare Set by Origins has five must-have masks. Original Skin™ gently exfoliates and refines pores while the Drink Up™ Overnight infuses skin with 72-hour hydration. The set also includes Dr Andrew Weil for Origins™ Mega-Mushroom to soothe the look of visible redness. Lastly, the Clear Improvement™ Active Charcoal Mask detoxifies, and Charcoal Honey gently purifies pores and nourishes.

#5: Laneige Mini Sleeping Mask Set

LANEIGE Mini Sleeping Mask Set 25ml x 3

Price: S$46

To round up our list of skincare gift sets under S$50, we have the Laneige Mini Sleeping Mask Set at S$46. The collection includes the well-known Water Sleeping Mask (25ml), Lavender Water Sleeping Mask (25ml), and Cica Sleeping Mask (25ml). The overnight masks will restore your skin’s liveliness, giving you a well-rested appearance the next morning. Bring either one on your staycations or your upcoming yearend trip to Hong Kong!

May your upcoming Merry Christmas be filled with lots of love and laughter.

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