The Blog
Caroline Hirons' expert advice, reviews and recommendations, all in one archive.
The function of the blog is to help you find what you do and don’t need in your skincare routine. From the core basics through to the spectrum of retinoid strengths and everything in between, the blog is an archive to breakdown jargon and present you with both my opinion and simple scientific facts.
Caroline Hirons, Founder and Qualified Skincare Expert
New Events with Dr Dennis Gross and Space NK | Ad
Hi Everyone! Sorry about the picture but I couldn't resist. :) I am thrilled to be hosting some Skincare Masterclasses with Dr Dennis Gross and Space NK over the next...
17/10/2017
Ageism in the Beauty Industry
On first sight this cover raised the expected 'YES.' from me. I love Helen Mirren, I love Allure, and I hate the term anti-ageing. Always have. Something niggled at me...
17/10/2017
VLOG 49 Dublin | Trinny | Missing cats and Gigs
Hi Everyone! Sorry this is so long overdue. I moved offices and Ava finally went in for her tonsillectomy. See you next week for exciting videos/blog action and more. Please...
15/10/2017
Beauty Q&A with Emily Weiss from Glossier!
Hi Everyone! Glossier launches in the UK tomorrow, 9th October. http://bit.ly/2z5yqbe Emily talking about Glossier/Into The Gloss as a business model - https://youtu.be/MyRQsK6sf3w My previous overview video - Glossier/Milk Overview...
08/10/2017
Votary X Liberty London et moi
Gorgeous people. I know it may seem like I have fallen off the face of the Earth but I promise there is a wealth of goodness coming. I've moved offices...
05/10/2017
Charitable donations - How much actually goes to the cause?
As we reach the end of Gynaecological Cancer month (September, despite some strange posts lately on social media), we hit October. It's that time again. Out come the pink products,...
02/10/2017
Tools Of The Trade - Microlance Needles
During Monday's Facebook Live with Trinny, I mentioned these needles for milia removal. I was hesitant to blog them but after one of you mentioned that you were using a...
28/09/2017
EMMA HARDIE BRAND OVERVIEW
Apparently this is what I would look like if I shaved. Hi Everyone! Next up for the brand overview is Emma Hardie, who made one of the first products I...
27/09/2017
ATTENTION DUBLINERS - Incoming!
DUBLIN!!!! Amanda, the brilliant Pixi team and I are heading your way next weekend. We'll be talking about all things skincare/Pixi/football/SVU/tea strength* and more. For your free tickets you can...
24/09/2017
48: Facials backstage at LFW, Michael Kors Launch Party and The Body Shop at Home Conference
Hi Everyone! Busy old couple of weeks - I didn't have time to edit last weekend so it's a long one! Some extra photos from the week underneath the video...
24/09/2017
Tools of the Trade - Gauze Swabs
This may seem random - but when I was packing for backstage facials at LFW yesterday it occurred to me that some of our gear may be useful to you...
19/09/2017
AVON update - International Launch Dates & Ingredients
Right lovely people. I've done some research and have some dates for you. So here's your area and time of launch: Market reference/Month CE - October EE - October IMED...
19/09/2017
Retinol Update | September 2017
Hi Everyone! Brief update on vitamin A and usage/formulas etc.. I'm working LFW tomorrow so give me a chance to answer your questions please. :) Things mentioned in this video:...
17/09/2017
Kate Somerville Brand Overview
Hi Everyone! Finally: a much-requested overview of my favourite Kate Somerville products. I could easily have added another five to this with minimal effort. Products shown: Goat Milk Cleanser (no...
14/09/2017
VLOG 47
Hi Everyone! Well the kids are back to school and I'm back to vlogging. Thank you to everyone in The Body Shop in Leeds for having me - and see...
10/09/2017
Tried & Tested: AVON ANEW Reversalist Infinite Effects Night Treatment Cream | Ad
So FINALLY: the cream I've been sitting on for 8 months is here and I can talk about it! Avon's Infinite Effects is released today and is currently on offer...
07/09/2017
SPF & HOLIDAY SKINCARE
Hi Everyone! Featured/mentioned in this video: Trinny's Holiday Video - https://youtu.be/DAK6NCzxDps SPF videos with Dr Marko Lens - https://youtu.be/fIxMaRj9z6U Part 2 - https://youtu.be/LEhRhDt1Pco SPF Cheat Sheet - https://www.carolinehirons.com/2015/0... Clarins Sun...
06/09/2017
Newness and Updates No.3
Hi Everyone! Schools are nearly back and so am I. A little round-up of recent rumblings.. Firstly, Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month begins today: The Eve Appeal is the only UK...
01/09/2017
Clarins New Double Serum and my All-Time Favourites! #ad
I hope you enjoy this video. I wanted to up the ante and offer both in-depth information on the product in question and total transparency for you the viewer. When...
27/08/2017
EMPTIES - August 2017
HI EVERYONE! If you're a blog reader you'll already know why I had a huge absence - hopefully I can keep it up a little better now! The boy is...
20/08/2017
Shiva Rose - Rose Facial Oil
Describe the brand in three words. Hippy. 'Clean'. 'Vibrations'. Who is it for? Any skin except those with known problems with essential oil, although I would lean toward maturer skins...
16/08/2017
When Instagram gives you the rage.
I started this little corner of the internet in 2010 in response to friends on Twitter telling me to stop trying to explain how to cleanse in 140 characters and...
12/08/2017
'Where have you been?' The Mumps Edition.
The last time I filmed a vlog I finished it by muttering these words: 'We have a son down with mumps. I need to go and be Mum and Daughter...
09/08/2017
Glossier Invisible Shield SPF35
Always apply SPF at least 20 minutes before going outside unless otherwise stated. Always apply last after moisturiser, before makeup - unless otherwise stated. Reapply after swimming or excessive sweating....
01/08/2017
Bobbi Brown Eye Gloss
'What's that glossy thing you're wearing on your eyes?' is, by far, the most popular comment on my recent posts, both here and under my vlogs on YouTube. The answer...
27/07/2017
Dr Dennis Gross @ Urban Retreat, Harrods
Greetings everyone! This week sees the launch of Dr Dennis Gross into the Urban Retreat, the gorgeous salon/spa/clinic/everything on the top floor of Harrods. To celebrate they are offering three...
22/07/2017
Vlog 46
It's a long one. Spanning Gleam's Summer Party, backstage with that lot from Pixi in Liverpool, Tom Petty and Stevie Nicks in Hyde Park and a Charlotte Tilbury dinner. See...
13/07/2017
'Where to go for treatments?' page - Updated
Shop the full Skin Rocks Range Shop now Hi Everyone, I'm asked almost daily about facialists and treatments - pretty much worldwide, so I've added names to the list and...
12/07/2017
Jordan Samuel Skin Etoile with Retinol Treatment Oil and reader offer
Describe the brand in three words. Small. Trustworthy. USA. Who is it for? All skins, particularly those interested in reversing signs of ageing without irritation. What’s in it? Organic Prunus...
12/07/2017
Glossier Priming Moisturizer
Who is it for? All skins What’s in it? Aqua/Water/Eau, Tridecyl Stearate, Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Stearic Acid, Propanediol, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Palmitic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Tropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Phenyl...
11/07/2017
MILK Makeup Cooling Water
Who is it for? Dehydrated skins, people travelling, especially on airplanes. Anyone hot and sweaty in the summer heat. OR: hot flushes! What’s in it? Water/aqua, Propandiol, Bis-PEG-18 methyl ether...
10/07/2017
Spotify Playlist
Well you DID ask. After the relentless InstaStory Karaokes, this has (bizarrely!) become one of my most requested posts. So here, dear reader, is my music brain spewed into a...
08/07/2017
Herbivore Lapis Balancing Facial Oil
Describe the brand in three words. Green. Seattle. Vegan. Who is it for? Combination, reddened skin or skins that appreciate a light oil. This absorbs fairly quickly and is not...
07/07/2017
Glossier Moisturizing Moon Mask
Who is it for? Anyone needing an extra boost of moisture. What’s in it? Aqua/Water/Eau, Dimethicone, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Glycerin, Polysorbate 20, Urea, Butylene Glycol, Butyrospermum Parkii...
06/07/2017
Pixi at the British Style Collective - See you there!
Hi Everyone! This weekend the British Style Collective hits Liverpool and Pixi are the Official Backstage Makeup Sponsors. My bestie/work wife, Amanda Bell, who also goes by her official title...
05/07/2017
Drunk Elephant B-Hydra Intensive Hydration Gel
Describe the brand in three words.Trendy. ‘Clean’. ‘Non-toxic’. Who is it for?All skins, in particular oily/acne. Good for travel or temporary dehydration. What’s in it?Water/Aqua/Eau, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP...
05/07/2017
Dr.Jart+ Ceramidin Liquid
Describe the brand in three words. Korean. Affordable. Efficacious. Who is it for? Everyone, from dehydrated and dry to oily and combination. What’s in it? Water, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Alcohol, Betaine,...
04/07/2017
DCL Skincare C Scape High Potency Night Booster 30
Describe the brand in three words. Dermatologic Cosmetic Laboratories (see what I did there?) Who is it for? Anyone with skin concerned with pigmentation, discolouration, antioxidant protection and fine lines...
03/07/2017
Milk Makeup Charcoal Cleanser
Describe the brand in five words. Trendy. Young. Affordable. Innovative. NY/LA. What type of cleanser is it? Gel with charcoal Who is it for? All skins What’s in it? Water/Aqua,...
02/07/2017
Weekly Roundup 01
Hi Everyone! I had one of the busiest weeks of my work life last week and I realised that none of that was shared on here. It was all over...
02/07/2017
it Cosmetics Bye Bye Makeup 3 in 1 Cleansing Balm
Describe the brand in five words. Sold for $1.2 billion (in CASH). Inspirational. (The first confirmed billion dollar buy) What type of cleanser is it? Balm Who is it for?...
01/07/2017
Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm
Describe the brand in five words. Farm. Echinacea. Upstate New York. (That's literally all I know, sorry!) What type of cleanser is it? A delicious oily-balm, except not too oily....
22/06/2017
Taking care of your skin when you're ill - lupus.
I know I’ve been a little quiet on here recently, and uploading more videos than normal. One of the reasons for that is that I can film videos in bulk...
20/06/2017
Alpha-H Winners
The winners of the Alpha-H Giveaway are: Solange Thomas Rachael Wood Phoebe Mayho Jade Pawley Amanda Koppelow Thank you to everyone that entered!
14/06/2017
Glossier/Milk Overview
Hi Everyone! Two of my most-asked about US brands, both of whom are reaching the UK shores this year/early next (allegedly). ;) Full details of the products listed are below....
13/06/2017
Updates!
Work I'm working full throttle behind the scenes, both inside the industry, shooting videos for YT and on my own thing. I'm not currently offering facials, I've had to prioritise...
13/06/2017
What I'm Loving - Makeup | 1
Hi All! Featured in this video: My nails are The Thrill of Brazil – OPI Gel. My top: J Crew - http://bit.ly/2r6oxWl Tarte Shape Tape - http://bit.ly/2spwwSz Pixi Pat Away...
11/06/2017
What I'm Loving: Skincare | 2 | Ad | June 2017
Hi Everyone! A few current faves for your perusal.. :) Hope you enjoy. This video contains paid for advertorial from Clinique. Belif Cleansing Gel Oil Enriched - http://bit.ly/2s4pLp4 - Sephora...
06/06/2017