Best Skincare Sets for No-Fuss Routines

These derma-approved kits can take the guesswork out of your skincare regimen.

Jan 11, 2023

With beauty aisles and counters brimming with products all claiming to be “essentials,” figuring out—and implementing—a skincare routine has become trickier than ever. It gets even harder when you’ve got several skin issues you wish to address as this means you need to pick out different formulas for different goals.

Enter skincare sets, which help take the ‘overwhelm’ out of your beauty equation by giving you products designed to work together to give you specific results. Whether you’re jonesing for a brightening boost, want an anti-aging pick-me-up, or need an acne-fighting regimen that works, it’s hard to go wrong with a complete kit that’s curated by the experts. Check out some of our favorites here—featuring products that you can also buy individually—all available at Bella Pelle Skin Solutions:

For skin brightening

MD Therapy Glutatone Whitening Set, P5,500 (Save P2,100)

Enjoy gentle skin whitening—sans the peeling and irritation—with this brightening set from MD Therapy. This derma-approved routine combines tried-and-tested skin lighteners, glutathione and arbutin, in topical formulas that are safe for use every day. Plus, bonus ingredients deliver skin-boosting benefits: Ceramide promotes healthy moisture while antioxidants protect against damage. The three-step regimen is complemented with a dietary supplement for inside-outside benefits.

What’s included: MD Therapy Glutatone A+ Ceramide Lotion, MD Therapy Glutatone A+ Cream, MD Therapy Glutatone Whitening Soap with Ceramide, and MD Therapy Glutatone Capsules (30 capsules)

Neostrata Enlighten Trio Kit, P9,200

Fade dark spots and other signs of pigmentation with this three-step regimen formulated to give you a brighter, more even-toned complexion. It starts with gentle cleansing and exfoliating with the Brightening Cleanser with NeoGlucosamine complex to stimulate cell renewal, followed by the infusion of active ingredients courtesy of the Illuminating Serum with 12 potent brighteners, including vitamin C and licorice extract. The last step zeroes in on targeting problem areas and preventing future damage with the Pigment Controller.

What’s included: Neostrata Ultra Brightening Cleanser, Illuminating Serum, and Pigment Controller

For treating hyperpigmentation

Mesoestetic Cosmelan Home Pack, P24,000

This at-home set is recommended for use after a professional Cosmelan treatment, a.k.a. one of the world’s leading professional hyperpigmentation procedures and one of the most popular treatments at Bella Pelle Skin Solutions. The home pack includes three essential products to target hyperpigmented spots and protect from further damage, helping maintain and extend the effects of your in-clinic session. It’s ideal for treating various types of pigmentation such as age spots, acne marks, melasma, and post-inflammatory spots.

What’s included: Cosmelan 2 Cream, Melan Recovery, and Melan 130 Pigment Control

For skin redness and sensitivity

Ivatherm Anti-Redness Kit, P4,160

Skin suffering from rosacea and persistent redness can enjoy fast and long-term relief courtesy these products from Ivatherm: Start by cleansing with the Micellar Lotion, recommended by dermatologists as the first step in a regimen for sensitive skin. Follow up with soothing hydration by applying the Rosederm Cream, a gentle daily cream to improve microcirculation. For targeted treatment on irritated spots, apply the Metrocreme twice a day on affected areas.

What’s included: Ivatherm Rosederm Anti-redness Micellar Lotion, Ivatherm Rosederm Cream, and Ivatherm Metrocreme

For acne control

Aknicare Kit (Price may vary)

For effective and long-term acne management, switch from using just one anti-acne product to a full routine that addresses and prevents breakouts. These products from Aknicare are powered by three powerhouse active ingredients—Triethyl Citrate, Ethyl Linoleate, and GT-Peptide-10—which work together to control the main causes of acne at different phases in the cycle. The cream is formulated with Hyaluronic Acid to improve hydration and prevent peeling and flaking during treatment.

What’s included: Aknicare Cleansing Gel or Aknicare Cleanser, Aknicare Lotion, Aknicare Cream, and Aknicare Cleanser

Biretix Kit (Price may vary)

An expert retinoid brand for acne-prone skin, Biretix boasts of specially-designed formulations to prevent and reduce the signs of acne in adolescents and adults. Its combination of Retinsphere Technology and Biopep-15 improves the condition of problematic complexions while maintaining an optimal balance between efficacy and tolerability for use over prolonged periods of time. Plus: The brand’s oral supplement, the bestselling Biretix Oral, delivers skin-saving benefits from the inside-out.

What’s included: Biretix Dermatological Bar or Biretix Purifying Cleansing Gel, Biretix Duo Anti-Blemish Gel or Biretix Tri-Active Gel, and Biretix Oral

For soothing dry, irritated skin

Kamedis Topic Dry Kit, P2,830

Get maximum relief for dry and irritated skin with this duo from Kamedis, featuring the brand’s Calm Botaniplex™ system, a patent pending skin restoring system that’s powered by potent yet kind-to-skin botanicals. This two-step regimen includes a face and body wash and an accompanying cream—both proven to reduce flare-ups by up to 50%. It’s suitable for adults, children, and even infants.

What’s included: Kamedis Topic Skin Face & Body Wash and the Topic Skin Face & Body Cream a.k.a. the Calm Intense Moisture Cream

For anti-aging

Neostrata Skin Active Kit, P15,300

Designed to enhance exfoliation, even out the skin tone, and repair visible expression lines and wrinkles, this full-size, four-piece kit from Neostrata combines powerful, clinically-proven ingredients that work synergistically to help reverse the visible signs of aging. In a clinical study, up to 98% of users reported smoother skin texture while 95% said their skin felt more firm and looked more radiant. It targets the eye area, too—it includes a patented eye treatment to plump up skin and minimize puffiness.

What’s included: Neostrata Exfoliating Wash (125 ml), Matrix Support (50g), Cellular Restoration™ (50g), and Intensive Eye Therapy (15g)

For customized skin care recommendations, you can book a virtual or face-to-face dermatological consultation with Dr. Maximin Navarro, our resident dermatologist and a Philippine Dermatological Society (PDS) fellow, here. You can also inquire at the Bella Pelle Skin Solutions Center via (+63) 999-887-1944. View our full treatment menu here.