Anti-aging
Vitamin C and Antioxidants - Why You Need One in Your Routine
We asked Skin Rocks Founder, Caroline Hirons, to tell us what makes a Vitamin C or an antioxidant serum such an essential part of your skincare routine.
19/05/2026
The Eye Cream That Does It All
Introducing The Eye Cream. The fatigue-fighting, wrinkle-reducing and collagen-boosting formula that tackles all eye concerns. Keep reading to learn all about this must-have treatment...
19/05/2026
Why You Need a Separate Eye Cream
The question of whether you need a separate eye cream has often been divisive. Our Founder, Caroline Hirons, tells us why Eye Cream is a non-negotiable step in your skincare routine...
19/05/2026
Biossance Squalane + Copper Peptide Rapid Plumping Serum and 20% Off | AD
I have waxed lyrical about Biossance since I came across them a good few years ago on a trip to the US and their brand new Squalane + Copper Peptide...
26/04/2022
Kate Somerville KateCeuticals; Firming Serum
Kate Somerville KateCeuticals™ Firming Serum, 30ml – £94.00 What you need to knowDesigned to plump and firm, loaded with actives including tri-peptide and hyaluronic acid complex.Suitable for all skins and...
16/04/2022
StriVectin Peptight
StriVectin PeptightTM, 50ml – £79.00 What you need to knowDesigned to improve the look of sagging skin (winner, winner chicken dinner), evens skin tone and can help to reduce discolouration.Suitable...
11/03/2022
Medik8 Crystal Retinal 1/3/6/10/20
Medik8 Crystal Retinal 1, 30ml – £39.00Medik8 Crystal Retinal 3, 30ml – £45.00Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6, 30ml – £59.00Medik8 Crystal Retinal 10, 30ml – £79.00Medik8 Crystal Retinal 20, 30ml –...
04/03/2022
Skin + Me
Skin + Me - £24.99 a month, UK only. What you need to know Prescription strength formulas offered by a prescription service. You fill in an online profile, take pictures...
15/02/2022
THE BODY SHOP | ROOTS OF STRENGTH | Ad
The Body Shop are one of my most-requested brands for an overview video, and with good reason. That’s coming, but in the meantime, here’s some newness to feast your eyes...
15/02/2018
Alpha-H Vitamin B with Copper Tripeptide
Who is it for? Anyone with dry, dull, dehydrated or sluggish skin. What’s in it? Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Niacinamide, Methyl Gluceth-20, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Sodium PCA, Panthenol, Phenoxyethanol, Ferulic...
01/12/2017
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
Behind The Scenes with Teresa Tarmey - Fractional Treatments
Hi Everyone! We thought that a Behind The Scenes treatment video that was more vlog than clinical might be fun. The topic of this one is Fractional, more of which...
05/02/2017
Drunk Elephant TLC Framboos Glycolic Night Serum
Describe the brand in three words.Clean. Trendy. American. Who is it for?Anyone and everyone. But you will need to modify how you use it accordingly if you are on the...
08/11/2016
Incoming, Upcoming, and Outgoing - and Instagram recap
Move quickly: Today's weekend supplements are amazing. First glimpse of Sali Hughes' new book in The Guardian with brilliant corresponding photographs, Alexandra Shulman's Diary of Vogue's 100th year in The...
15/10/2016
Zelens Power D High Potency Provitamin D - the one you didn't know you needed
Describe the brand in five words. Doctor. Clinical Trials. Quality ingredients. What is it? 'Supercharged and vitamin-rich, this treatment serum is potent and deeply penetrative – delivering high concentrations of...
11/10/2016
Lypo-Spheric Vitamin C/Altrient C - a must-have
A slightly unusual one for a review, but these seem to be too good to not talk about. I've adapted the questions below to suit supplements rather than skincare but...
10/10/2016
The Ordinary - a few words from Brandon
In six and a half years of blogging I have never had so many requests to review a brand. Ever. The Ordinary has certainly hit the industry with a bang....
21/09/2016
Instagram Update
Where does the time go? It's over a month since my last update and although it's been typically quiet in the beauty industry, I still have some lovely updates for...
27/08/2016
A quick one-two for Summer from January Labs
After the recent Fave Fives videos, I had so many comments asking about skins that are combination/oily/acne/sensitised/dehydrated and budgets that needed to be well under £40, that it made me...
31/07/2016
Murad Hydro-Dynamic Ultimate Moisture
Describe the brand in five words. Doc. Water. Derm. Acne. American. What is it? 'A luxurious, yet lightweight cream that provides 24-hour hydration to restore suppleness and visibly reduce the...
23/07/2016
EMPTIES - July 2016
It's literally been six months since I did an empties, so if you need a wee, or haven't made a brew, I politely suggest you go take care of that...
17/07/2016
Instagram Update
I know a lot of you aren't on Instagram (you should be, it's brilliant!). But: I spend so much time on there showing products and my routines that I thought...
16/07/2016
BioEffect EGF Serum
Describe the brand in five words. Iceland. Barley. EGF. Serum. Cold. What is it? 'BioEffect EGF Serum is a ground-breaking anti-ageing serum that delivers visible, dramatic improvements to your skin.'...
27/06/2016
Dehydration Week - Black Chicken Remedies Love Your Face Serum
Ok so everyone outside of Australia will complain about this one, but I figure my Aussie readers get SO screwed with exchange rates and so many products are unavailable to...
01/12/2015
Pestle & Mortar Pure Hyaluronic Serum
What is it? 'A hyaluronic acid serum that hydrates and soothes even the most sensitive skin while smoothing fine lines and restoring youthful elasticity. Targets fine lines, dullness and dehydration...
29/10/2015
Vintner's Daughter Active Botanical Serum
I should start this post with an apology. There are a few product reviews coming your way this week and they're none of them cheap. They're all LUSH, but we're...
26/10/2015
Dr Brandt Glow Overnight Resurfacing Serum
What is it? 'A potent nighttime skin renewal serum with retinol.' Who is it for? People looking for the extra boost that retinols give. Vitamin A is a proven ingredient...
19/10/2015
Bobbi Brown Intensive Serum Corrector and Concealer
I think everyone I know owns a Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick. And Bone eyeshadow. And quite possibly the original Corrector and Concealer kit. Where I was absolutely on board with...
08/09/2015
Zelens Z Luminous Brightening Serum
What is it? 'This advanced serum visibly brightens, smoothes and hydrates the skin.' Who is it for? 'Someone who wants to diminish the appearance of dark spots and discolouration, even...
20/06/2015
Kate Somerville Mega-C Dual Radiance Serum
What is it? 'A supercharged face serum for a double dose of radiance. This revolutionary, high-tech radiance serum is packed with 10 percent vitamin C and youth-enhancing bioactive omegas 3,...
22/05/2015
Serums update!
I started the day with the intention of answering all of your questions on the serum clinic and writing more serum reviews. Before I did that I wanted to make...
17/05/2015
Clinic - Serums
Whilst we're mid-month of Serums focus I thought it would be good to do a quick Q&A/Clinic on the topic so that further reviews during the month may prove to...
15/05/2015
Vichy Aqualia Thermal Serum
What is it? A hydrating serum. Who is it for? A serum for 'women with sensitive skin looking for deep and lasting hydration'. (Dear Vichy, Seems a tad sexist no?...
14/05/2015
Sunday Riley Luna - World Exclusive
What is it? 'Next generation retinoid oil reduces pore size, improves appearance of damaged skin, and helps fight wrinkles.' Aka a nighttime vitamin A treatment oil. Who is it for?...
12/01/2015
Nude Advanced Renewal Serum
Nude's Advanced Renewal Serum has just gone on sale in Space NK and is worth checking out. An updated version of their original Advanced Cellular Repair Serum, it's suitable for...
20/03/2014
REN Omega 3 Optimum Skin Serum Oil
This is easily the most recommended product from the last 3 months or so of skin consultations. Like my most favourite discoveries, I came across it almost by accident -...
11/02/2014
Salmon - and hidden studies
So I was talking to someone in the industry this week who mentioned that they used to work for one of the big cosmetic companies. The company shall remain nameless...
13/06/2012
Cheat Sheet - Eye Cream
An eye cream has been part of my routine since my 20s, it's an essential part in your skincare routine. Here's why...
29/11/2011
Cheat Sheet - Anti-ageing
Shop the full Skin Rocks Range Shop now Anti-ageing. We’re all so used to this phrase that we don’t even question it. If a product says it is anti-ageing on...
13/08/2010