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
Summer Skincare Tips During Pregnancy
Pregnancy can be a beautiful journey, but the combination of hormonal changes and hot weather can pose challenges for your skin. Here are our expert tips and tricks to help...
25/07/2023
My Favourite Cleansers
Shop the full Skin Rocks Range Shop now To celebrate my birthday week, I am revealing 54 of my current favourite products that I've been loving over the past year...
24/07/2023
Celebrating One Year of The Skin Rocks App
We are celebrating one whole year of the Skin Rocks App! And what a year it’s been. Here’s a snippet of what we have achieved in the year so far;...
22/07/2023
VOTARY Super Sensitive Cleansing Cream
VOTARY Super Sensitive Cleansing Cream, 100ml – £55.00 What you need to knowSuitable for all skins and conditions, including puberty, menopause pregnancy and breastfeeding.Vegan and Cruelty-free. Fragrance-Free. Key IngredientsChia and...
21/07/2023
TRINNY London See The Light SPF50+ Moisturiser
TRINNY See The Light SP50+ Moisturiser, 50ml – £45 What you need to knowSuitable for all skins and conditions, including menopause, pregnancy and breastfeeding.Vegan and Cruelty-free. Key IngredientsRaspberry Leaf ExtractWhite...
21/07/2023
The Beauty Backed Trust Industry Icons Campaign
In a first of its kind campaign, the Beauty Backed Trust has partnered with 17 of the most significant names in Beauty to create a limited-edition print adorning tote bags,...
17/07/2023
The Limited Edition Skin Rocks Magazine Is Here
Introducing: the Limited Edition Skin Rocks Magazine. From expert-approved tips to exclusive brand offers, along with content from me, this is your curated guide to all you need to know...
13/07/2023
How to Choose a Cleanser
Cleansing is the first and most important step of any skincare routine (outside of SPF). Looking for a new cleanser? This is your guide to choosing the right one for...
16/06/2023
Why I Love The Light Up Kit
The Light Up Kit is a full routine, worth £394 and is yours for £160. A saving of almost 60%. This Kit has been curated to brighten, refine and give...
01/06/2023
The Light Up Kit Has Landed
The Light Up Kit is a full routine, worth £394 and is yours for £160. A saving of over 59%. This Kit has been curated to brighten, refine and give...
31/05/2023
Allies of Skin 20% Vitamin C Brighten + Firm Serum
Allies of Skin - 20% Vitamin C Brighten + Firm Serum, 30ml - £93 What you need to know Suitable for all skins and conditions, including menopause, pregnancy and breastfeeding....
31/05/2023
Tatcha The Water Cream
Tatcha – The Water Cream, 50ml – £65 What you need to knowSuitable for all skins and conditions, including menopause, pregnancy and breastfeeding.Cruelty-Free and Vegan. Key IngredientsJapanese Wild RoseJapanese Leopard...
31/05/2023
Emma Lewisham Illuminating Oil Cleanser
Emma Lewisham – Illuminating Oil Face Cleanser, 115ml – £48 Who is it forSuitable for all skins and conditions, including menopause, pregnancy and breastfeeding.Cruelty-free and Vegan. Key IngredientsSpecialised Botanical Cleansing...
31/05/2023
Medik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 3
Medik8 – Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 3, 15ml – £42 What you need to knowSuitable for all skins and conditions, including menopause and breastfeeding.Vegan and Cruelty Free. Key IngredientsTwin-Encapsulated RetinaldehydeCeramidesChamomile...
31/05/2023
Zelens PHA+ Resurfacing Essence
Zelens -PHA+ Resurfacing Essence, 100ml - £45 What you need to know Suitable for all skins and conditions, including menopause, pregnancy and breastfeeding. Cruelty-Free and Vegan. Key Ingredients Lactobionic acid...
31/05/2023
The Good Wash Day x Beauty Backed Hair Towel Has Landed
When Karen from Good Wash Day asked if I would like to collaborate on a Beauty Backed hair towel, I knew it was a no brainer. From trying Good Wash...
25/05/2023
The Skin Rocks Festival Box Has Landed
The Festival Box is worth £94.96 and is yours for £45, saving you over 48%. Just in time for any camping, raving or destination festivals you may be going to...
19/05/2023
A Guide to Festival Skincare
Let’s set the scene. You’re going to an overnight festival - be that Glastonbury, Isle of Wight, Reading or any event that might involve sleeping in a tent - and...
19/05/2023
Five Minutes with Joanna Vargas - Twilight Night Serum
The lovely Joanna is offering you a code against your purchases... Code: CH20 Discount 20% off entire purchase Eligible: All Customers (One-time use only) Expires: May 15th, 2023 Shop Twilight...
07/05/2023
Five Minutes with Renee Rouleau - her new Dual Phase Cleanser
Renee is offering a code for you lovely folks! Code: Caroline2023 Discount 10% off entire purchase All UK customers always receive free shipping with a $150 (£120) purchase Eligible: All...
06/05/2023
Why I Love The Female Founders Kit
The Female Founders Kit is a full routine, worth £408 and is yours for £185. A saving of over 54%. This Kit showcases some of my favourite products from some...
06/04/2023
Kate Somerville Line Release; Under Eye Repair Cream
Kate Somerville Line Release™ Under Eye Repair Cream, 120ml – £90.00 What you need to knowSuitable for all skins and conditions, including menopause and breastfeeding.Cruelty-free. Key IngredientsAcetyl Hexapeptide-3, TripeptideSoybean ProteinHydrating...
05/04/2023
The Female Founders Kit Has Landed
This Kit showcases some of my favourite products from some gorgeous Female-Founded brands...
05/04/2023
Shani Darden Sake Toning Essence
Shani Darden Sake Toning Essence, 120ml - £47.00 What you need to know Suitable for all skins and conditions, including puberty, menopause, pregnancy and breastfeeding. Cruelty-free and vegan. Key Ingredients...
05/04/2023
Tatcha The Silk Serum
Tatcha The Silk Serum, 120ml – £98.00 What you need to knowSuitable for all skins and conditions, including menopause, pregnancy and breastfeeding.Cruelty-free Key IngredientsCranberry extractSea fennelSilk protein Who is it...
05/04/2023
Pro-Vitamin D3
Find out all there is to know about skin-conditioning ingredient, pro-vitamin D3 in our ingredient spotlight.
30/03/2023
Introducing Dermatica's Latest Launch | AD
When they launched, Dermatica were the first online dermatology service of its kind in the UK, whereby you upload photographs of your skin, fill out your profile and the Dermatology...
23/03/2023
What Is Conditioning Skincare?
Within the skincare world, the words ‘hydrating’, ‘nourishing’ and ‘moisturising’ are everywhere, but what is conditioning skincare? Read on to find out…
16/03/2023
(TWENTY) FIVE MINUTES WITH JOANNA VARGAS AND RENEE ROULEAU
My chat with Joanna and Renee is now live on Youtube. More to come from these ladies in the very near future.. Huge thanks to my gorgeous friends Joanna and...
13/03/2023
Limited Edition The Body Shop Camomile Cleansing Butter - Camellia
The Body Shop Camomile Cleansing Butter - Camellia Limited Edition, 90ml - £12.00 If you've been a reader for a while, you'll know I adore The Body Shop Camomile Cleansing...
09/02/2023
The Comfort Kit Has Landed
The Comfort Kit is a full routine, worth £425 and is yours for £180. A saving of 57%. This brilliant Kit has been curated with all skins in mind, to...
08/02/2023
Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask
Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask, 64ml - £45.00 What you need to know Suitable for all skins and conditions, including menopause, pregnancy and breastfeeding. Cruelty-free and vegan. Key Ingredients Antioxidants...
08/02/2023
Dermalogica Smart Response Serum
Dermalogica Smart Response Serum, 30ml - £139.00 What you need to know Suitable for all skins and conditions, including menopause, pregnancy and breastfeeding. Cruelty-free and vegan. Key Ingredients AHA Niacinamide...
08/02/2023
Pai Century Flower Mist
Pai Century Flower Mist, 100ml - £39.00 What you need to know Suitable for all skins and conditions, including puberty, menopause, pregnancy and breastfeeding. Cruelty-free and vegan. Key Ingredients Lotus...
08/02/2023
Introducing the New Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Ectoin Infused Cream | AD
Dr. Jart’s Ceramidin Range is one I always recommend to anyone with drier or dehydrated skin. They have a brand-new addition to the range, their NEW Ceramidin Ectoin Infused Cream....
06/02/2023
The Skin Rocks Maternity Box Has Landed
The Maternity Box is worth £119 and is yours for £59, saving you over 50%. You need this if... You are pregnant, have recently been pregnant, have a baby under...
02/02/2023
Five Retinoid Myths Debunked
While there are a variety of skincare myths that often circulate, retinoids draw particular attention. With this in mind, we asked board-certified dermatologist, Ranella Hirsch, to bust the most common...
01/02/2023
SKINCARE EMPTIES 2022 (AND LONGER)
I went into more details about why certain products that you would have been expecting to see in my Empties may not be there when I went through the Empties...
29/01/2023
A Guide to Azelaic Acid
Find out all you need to know about this all-star ingredient with Heather Wish, Skincare Education Specialist at Paula’s Choice. What is azelaic acid? Azelaic acid is a skin-friendly dicarboxylic acid*...
29/01/2023
Retinoids: How to Move Up in Strength
Have you been using a retinoid for a while now and are ready to dial it up a notch? Here’s what you need to know. What are retinoids? The gold...
23/01/2023
EMPTIES - MY FIRST IN OVER A YEAR..
Shop the full Skin Rocks Range Shop now My first Empties in over a year is finally up on YouTube. Full list of products below - next up, Skincare! BODYGarnier...
22/01/2023
Vieve Skin Nova XL - Exclusive Preview and offer code
If you're a regular you'll know that I've been a fan of Vieve since its launch, and an even longer fan of the brand founder, Jamie. You'll also be aware...
05/01/2023
RETINOID DATABASE
Shop the full Skin Rocks Range Shop now Picture for representational purposes from my archive, may contain products that have yet been added. Hi Everyone, As promised, the link to...
04/01/2023
The Story of Skin Rocks Skincare
Find out all about the journey of the long-awaited Skin Rocks Skincare in our interview with Founder, Caroline Hirons.
28/11/2022
Space NK x Skin Rocks Roadshow
Store Appearances: Join me in Space NK stores across the UK & Ireland. I will be on hand to give product advice (across all brands, obvs!) and show you the...
15/11/2022
What is Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate?
Skin Rocks Retinoids Shop now Hydroxypinacolone retinoate, or HPR, is a vitamin A derivative – a type of retinoid. It is also commonly referred to by its trade name, Granactive...
08/11/2022
CHeat Sheet - Vitamin A
Widely considered as the gold standard in skincare, retinoids, such as retinol, are derivatives of vitamin A – a key nutrient needed in order for our skin cells to function...
08/11/2022