Intrinsic Skincare

Dry skin and dehydrated skin aren’t quite the same and sometimes, you can have both. 💧

Dry skin is lacking oil, while dehydrated skin is lacking water. That’s why applying a richer moisturiser alone may still leave your skin feeling tight, dull or “thirsty”.

The key? Hydrate first, then moisturise.

Hydration adds water. Moisturiser helps keep it there.

When your skin suddenly starts stinging, feeling tight or reacting to products it normally loves, it may not be “sensitive skin”, it could be sensitised skin. 🤍

Too many actives, over-exfoliating, harsh cleansing or even changes in weather can disrupt your skin barrier and leave it feeling uncomfortable.

The answer isn’t always more skincare. Sometimes your skin needs less.

Strip your routine back to the essentials:
✨ Hydrate
✨ Moisturise
✨ Protect with SPF
✨ Reintroduce actives slowly once your skin feels calm again

Simple, supportive skincare can make all the difference when your barrier needs a little extra care.

Behind the scenes of our Vitamin C trial: how we built it, and what we discovered.

In my new blog post, I take you through the whole process. That includes why I chose 8% THD, how I selected the L-Ascorbic Acid powder and developed its Activation Booster, and why I brought them together as a system rather than relying on one form of Vitamin C. I also explain how I designed our 8-week user trial: no changes to anyone's routine, and no hints about what to expect.

Read the full behind-the-scenes story here:
https://www.intrinsicshop.co.uk/blogs/blogs-intrinsically-speaking/vitamin-c-trial-results-thd-l-ascorbic-acid

Simple ingredients. Serious lip care. 🌿💛

Our Peppermint Lip Balm is made with just 4 certified organic ingredients, cocoa butter, coconut oil, beeswax and peppermint oil, each chosen with a purpose to nourish, soften, seal in moisture and soothe dry lips.

No petroleum. No mineral oil. No synthetic fragrance. No unnecessary fillers. Just uncomplicated, effective care for naturally soft, comfortable lips. ✨

Crepey skin isn’t just about age, it’s what’s happening beneath the surface. ✨

As collagen production slows, skin holds less moisture and years of UV exposure begin to show, skin can start to feel thinner, drier and less resilient.

The good news? The right routine can help support smoother, firmer-looking skin!

Hydrate. Support collagen. Encourage renewal. Protect. 🤍

Dry, tired or sensitive skin? This is the kind of moisturiser your routine will thank you for 🤍

Our Collagen + Niacinamide Infused Moisturiser helps deeply nourish without feeling heavy, supports sensitive skin, improves the look of tone and texture, and leaves skin feeling soft, balanced and hydrated throughout the day.

With Shea Butter, Avocado Oil & Rosehip Seed Oil, it also layers beautifully under makeup, making it an easy everyday essential. ✨

Real skin. Real results. Real love from our customers.