Norra · Headless Shopify Skincare Store (Concept) by Nicklaus GrayNorra · Headless Shopify Skincare Store (Concept) by Nicklaus Gray

Norra · Headless Shopify Skincare Store (Concept)

Nicklaus Gray

Nicklaus Gray

Concept project. Self-initiated, not client work.

The problem

Small skincare brands often sell great products through generic theme stores that look like every other shop. Shoppers also struggle to work out which products go together.

The approach

Routine-first shopping. "Build your ritual" leads shoppers through cleanser, serum and moisturiser as one routine rather than a grid of products.
Editorial look. A serif headline, warm neutral colors and plenty of space give the brand a premium feel.
Refills and subscriptions. Refill packs and repeat orders are part of the flow from the start.
Speed. A headless storefront with image optimization keeps product pages fast on mobile.

Stack

Shopify (Storefront API), Next.js, Tailwind, and Shopify-native subscription apps.

What a client gets from this kind of build

A custom store that looks like your brand, not a theme, with checkout staying on Shopify.
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Posted Sep 25, 2026

Concept project: a calm, editorial e-commerce experience for a three-step skincare brand, built headless on Shopify.