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STILLNESS SERIES

NECESSARY MOMENTS OF STILLNESS

Our homes can act as sanctuaries. Safe spaces to cocoon at the end of a long day and decompress from an overstimulating, always-on culture – as long as digital devices remained safely stowed away.

STILLNESS SERIES

BEYOND NINE x WILDSMITH GIVEAWAY

Ahead of the busy festive season, we sat down over a cup of tea to learn more about how she weaves small but meaningful moments of stillness throughout her busy schedule.

RADICAL BOTANY

The Harvest

Every Summer we join our friends at Heckfield Home Farm to harvest Calendula and Chamomile flowers.

WELLBEING

Why going out is the new staying in with Amy Steadman

Nature serves as the perfect antidote to the busyness of modern life. In a world that pressures us to function like machines, spending time in nature effectively restores our sense of vitality. It’s essential for maintaining emotional balance and psychological wellbeing.

WELLBEING

THE HALLMARKS OF HORMONAL SKIN

But what exactly do we mean when we say ‘hormonal skin’? Hormones are chemical messengers which govern virtually every function in the body – sleep, appetite, healing. Their effects on skin can be positive, as well as negative.

MADE BY MANY

Q&A with Emily Johnson from 1882

1882 Ltd. is a design driven ceramics brand produced in...

RADICAL BOTANY

How the trees of Heckfield Place inspired our formulas

The trees planted by William Walker Wildsmith in the 1860s are a particular inspiration for our formulas – they adapt, heal, and grow according to their environment.

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COPPER PEPTIDES EXPLAINED

Wildsmith formulations are inspired by nature and rich in bio-active and botanical ingredients, but it’s the lab-grown actives we include that make them truly unique.

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WHY LAB GROWN ACTIVES ARE MORE SUSTAINABLE

In our mission to make Wildsmith skincare as efficacious, yet sustainable as possible, we use lab-grown actives – alongside bioactive and botanical ingredients – in many of our formulations. But what does ‘lab grown’ actually mean, and how exactly do they benefit the environment?

THE SCIENCE OF BATHING

THE WELLBEING BENEFITS OF HOT AND COLD WATER

The effects of hot and cold therapies are increasingly apparent – from stimulating blood flow, to enhancing immune response. One of the most accessible ways to experience this at home is in water.

UNIVERSAL SKINCARE

HOW MALE SKIN IS UNIQUE

WILDSMITH’s range is suitable for all, but there are some important physiological differences between male and female skin to consider when choosing your regime.

RESPONSIBILITY

Our respect for nature and the environment drives us to formulate products that work at nature's speed and with an appreciation of time.

RADICAL BOTANY

A Wildsmith Spring Clean

Reviewing your skincare routine at the beginning of a season is what our Wildsmith Skin experts advise. Just as your wardrobe changes and we switch out heavy knitwear and coats to lighter fabrics and jackets.

THE SCIENCE OF BATHING

THE CENTURIES-OLD STORY OF SEA SALT

Since time began, human beings have been swimming and bathing in the sea in order to improve their physical and mental wellbeing. As an island nation surrounded by coastal waters, this feels especially pertinent to us.

MADE BY MANY

How Wildsmith is Made by Many

When you unscrew a jar of Wildsmith skincare, or step over the threshold into one of our elegant treatment spaces, the experience distils the wisdom of not one, but a whole series of expert individuals – a like-minded community we refer to as Restless Experimenters.

RADICAL BOTANY

The Three Kings' Preparation

On January 6th we follow this biodynamic tradition called The Three Kings’ Preparation. The Three Wise Men presented offerings of Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh to the infant Jesus.

GIFTS

What Double Cleansing Does for your skin

Skin’s needs are constantly changing due to any number of factors. The season, hormones, the foods we consume, and stress all play their part. And simple though it may seem, the pivotal role that cleansing plays in our routines is often overlooked.

GIFTS

Our curated guide to sustainable skincare gifts

We like to handpick some extra special offerings for face and body – precious gifts guaranteed to surprise and uplift the most important people on your list. Which of course, includes you.

THE BOTHY

THE BEAUTY OF THE BOTHY

The Bothy isn’t simply a spa, it’s a purpose-built destination for whole body and mind wellbeing. Step inside the elegant, cocoon-like interior, and you’ll discover somewhere to rest, heal and re-connect with nature’s slower pace.

WELLBEING

Why sleep Matters for Skin Health

As the daylight hours rapidly recede, it’s common for natural sleep patterns to become disturbed. This is when dryness, inflammation, visible lines, and dullness can start to set in. But what exactly is happening when skin is sleep deprived?

WELLBEING

IN TIMES OF HORMONAL FLUX

The menopause and perimenopause, the years or months preceding it, can feel like standing on shifting sands. Everything is changing – moods, skin, sleep – and you’re just trying to stay balanced.

BODY

A TRANSITION TO AUTUMN’S NEW ENERGY

The shortening of daylight hours that follows the autumn equinox, for instance, signals an energetic shift. A distinct slowing down as darker mornings and longer evenings abound.

RADICAL BOTANY

MEET YOUR PERFECT FACE MASK MATCH

We’re breaking down the differences between our Super Hydrating Overnight Mask and our Double Clay Refining Mask so you can decipher which of our Wildsmith face masks is the best for your skin’s needs.

RADICAL BOTANY

INTRODUCING OUR SUPER HYDRATING OVERNIGHT MASK

Created with even the most sensitive skin types in mind, our latest launch is an innovative face mask that works hard to reduce redness, boost hydration levels and soothe areas of irritation.

WELLBEING

The importance of waking well

Our sleep-wake cycle; works through daytime light exposure triggering signals to generate alertness and help keep us awake.

HAND CARE AS SELFCARE

We set ourselves the challenge of developing a hand care routine that would cleanse effectively without stripping the skin of its natural oils.

HOW TO LIVE WILD

AS NATURE INTENDED

Writer and gardening enthusiast Tom Loxleyon why we need to embrace biodiversity and start cultivating a healthier planet for all of us to live in – including the pests…

RADICAL BOTANY

The Science Behind Proven to Work

Uncompromising in our approach to efficacy, we strive to ensure that Wildsmith Skincare formulations are backed by both clinical and consumer trial claims – but what do these actually mean?

RADICAL BOTANY

Enjoy Toned and More Radiant Skin in As Little As 15 Minutes

A perfect balance, Wildsmith Skin facials are designed to deliver cleaner, healthier, more radiant-looking skin - in as little as 15 minutes.

THE BOTHY

WELCOME TO OUR HOME

We are delighted to share that our home, The Bothy, has gently opened its doors.

THE BOTHY

THE BOTHY BY WILDSMITH GENTLY OPENING ON 6th APRIL

Nestled in the grounds of the Heckfield Estate, The Bothy...

CRUELTY FREE

A Giant Leap for Wildsmith Skin

We are delighted to share that all Wildsmith Skin cosmetic and personal care products are now approved under the Cruelty Free International Leaping Bunny programm.

WILDSMITH LIFE

What is Circadian Rhythm?

The most well known function of our circadian rhythm is its role in setting our sleep-wake cycle, in response to our body’s ability to recognise when it’s dark and when it’s light and create a sleep-wake cycle.

RADICAL BOTANY

Breaking down ingredients

Uncompromising in our approach to efficacy, each active used in a Wildsmith Skin formulation comes with its own raft of clinically proven and industry acknowledged benefits - individually they are impressive, together they are power houses.

RADICAL BOTANY

DECODING OUR FORMULATION PHILOSOPHY

Our goal is always complete ingredient transparency so that you, our customers, feel empowered to make informed decisions about the products you use daily, but we understand that sometimes the terms and language used in skincare can be hard to navigate with myths and confusion rife.

HOW TO LIVE WILD

A CELESTIAL CELEBRATION

Celebrate the new year in style with a cocktail inspired by the night skies, designed by Heckfield Place House & Bars Manager River Wood.

GIFTS

CELESTIAL COLLECTION PHOTOGRAPHER ALEX BELL

Observing from the edge of city of Bath, Alex’s interest in visual astronomy began in his teens progressing from admiring the work of others to building his own observatory in 2017 and seeing his photography published in Sky at Night and Astronomy Now.

GIFTS

MARY MCINTYRE BEHIND THE CAMERA

Mary’s work and writing has been published in numerous astronomy magazines, books, local and national newspapers, and on various tv shows.

WILDSMITH X JIGSAW

We’re delighted to announce that you can now find a curated selection of Wildsmith’s award-winning body care and home accessories at selected Jigsaw Stores nationwide.

RADICAL BOTANY

Unlocking Radiant Skin

As a skin concern for some of us congestion can feel like a constant battle with the texture of our skin constantly feeling and appearing uneven, and for others we may just need a monthly check-in.

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Behind The Celestial Collection

Launched earlier this week the Wildsmith Skin Celestial Collection is a celebration of the night sky and wonder of the constellations. To mark its launch we sat down with Mary and Alex to learn more about the stories behind their work.

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BRIGHT EYED

Fragile and extremely thin the tissue under our eyes is particularly susceptible to damage caused by environmental aggressions.

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Building a Skincare Routine

We believe that consistency is the foundation for great skin but know with endless options available it can be difficult to know where to start. So here is out essential guide essential to simple and effective skin health.

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Summer skincare to beat the heat

The summer months can stressful for our skin, with fluctuating temperatures as we move from inside to outside, humidity, and increased UV exposure with more time spent outdoors in direct sunlight.

RADICAL BOTANY

The Wildsmith Skin Radical Botany Facial at Fortnum & Mason

We had a feeling, when we heard the whispers of Wildsmith creating a facial treatment, that it might be something quite special – considering just how brilliant their products are (Team Beauty Bible is as one, on that), and how much our testers adore them, bestowing many Beauty Bible Awards on the brand.

RADICAL BOTANY

Skinimalism

The formulation of our two new performance skincare products was designed to deliver powerful, protective and repairing skincare, helping your existing skincare to work harder whilst protecting the integrity of your skin.

THE BOTHY CANDLE

THE SCENT JOURNEY

The Bothy Candle is Wildsmith Skin’s first home scent, created in partnership with visionary and olfactory experts; Maurice Joosten and Megumi Fukatsu to celebrate The Bothy Spa at Heckfield Place.

RADICAL BOTANY

Wildsmith Skin meets Abigail Ahern

As the nights draw in, it is the ideal time to slow breath, slow time and find joy in our homes. What better way to seek out those cocooning moments than with friend of Wildsmith, exquisite designer, author and retailer: Abigail Ahern.

BEAUTY MATTERS

The Wildsmith Active Super Eye Serum

Alongside the delicate skin, the eye area has to compensate for less moisture due to a lack of oil glands in this area and the constant movement of the eye – 25,000 blinks a day!

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