Caroline Hirons

Clinique City Block Sheer SPF25 and SPF40 Face Cream

It's all about the C word today. Those of you who know me of old will remember that is what I used to call Clinique - the 'C' word. Well,...

30/04/2013

Shiseido Expert Sun Aging Protection SPF30

I thought I'd keep the reviews of the SPF's as user-friendly as possible - i.e. not let the brands overwhelm with the science and marketing blurb and just give the...

26/04/2013

Sue Devitt is no more

I don't know how it passed me by but I found out today that Sue Devitt folded in February. Such a shame. Especially after Jemma Kidd also went under recently....

25/04/2013

Cheat Sheet - SPF

Shop the full Skin Rocks Range Shop now I used to get my SPF from my make-up during colder months, but since I’ve gotten older and have been using more...

25/04/2013

Georgia Louise launching in SpaceNK

Launching this June in SpaceNK is the Georgia Louise skincare range. Initially opening with 4 products - Georgia Louise is a British -born facialist now based in New York and...

23/04/2013

Aveda skincare - it's not all about the hair you know!

My recent stint in Liberty reminded me of how much I used to love Aveda skincare and what a gem it is.. The counter is opposite the Queen Mary room...

17/04/2013

Kai - too much gorgeousness for one post.

If you haven't smelt Kai yet, just imagine being smacked upside the nostrils with a large bouquet of white florals - the main component being gardenia. Gardenia on crack. Kai...

15/04/2013

What's in my Handbag?

I'm over on the 'What's in my Handbag' site again with skincare must-have's. To see what made the cut go have a look..What's in my Handbag/Caroline Hirons

12/04/2013

Michael Kors Beauty

Happy Friday People. I cannot TAKE this rain any more. So here, let's look at the new Michael Kors beauty coming in August....... Containing 3 new scents - Sporty, Sexy...

12/04/2013

A nice combination. Una Brennan Rose Hydrate Oil and Aurelia Miracle Cleanser

So I'm using the Una Brennan Superfacialist Rose Hydrate Miracle Makeover Facial Oil (!!) pretty much every evening. What's not clear with her two oils, despite the inordinately overlong name,...

08/04/2013

Happy Easter!

HAPPY EASTER! I'm taking my bra off for 4 days. See you Tuesday.

28/03/2013

elemental herbology Purify & Soothe Facial Cleansing Balm - Review

Continuing recent cleanser reviews - I've been using this off and on in recent weeks. The jury is out to be honest. It's a perfectly lovely balm, very thick and...

27/03/2013

Aurelia Miracle Cleanser - Review

I recently posted about Aurelia's launch and the great promise it seemed to hold for those of us that like clear labeling and conscientious ethics. Well so far, by and...

26/03/2013

Alpha-H Age Delay Cleansing Oil

It was only when uploading this photograph that I actually READ the small print. 'For mature, dehydrated and delicate skin.' How rude. OK fine I KNOW I'm mature and dehydrated...

23/03/2013

Clarins Extra-Comfort Cleansing Cream

As promised I'm trying to review as many of my favourite (and not-so-favourite) cleansers pretty much consecutively. First up is Clarins Extra-Comfort. I've probably been using this on and off...

22/03/2013

Where has this year gone? The year so far in pictures.

Honestly this year has gone so quickly that I don't know where to start. After the success of the events in Liberty last week and the equaled success of my...

19/03/2013

La Bella Donna Ultimate Pure Perfection Liquid Mineral Foundation

I'm not saying this foundation is amazing but if this were a beer commercial - it would be Heineken Carlsberg (thanks BBB :)). Probably the best foundation I've ever tried...

08/03/2013

Linda Evangelista for Loewe

Loewe have just announced that Linda Evangelista is their new face for their fragrance launching in September. I have no idea what it will smell like but isn't it nice...

07/03/2013

Cruelty Free Collection by Leona Lewis and The Body Shop

As mentioned last week - a further look at the Leona Lewis Cruelty Free Collection from The Body Shop.... White Musk Libertine EDP and EDT from £10.00 Lip Glosses in...

05/03/2013

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month - MARCH

Whilst I obviously applaud the way that the beauty industry got behind breast cancer and the huge event that is Breast Cancer Awareness month in October, I do rather feel...

04/03/2013

Estee Lauder Mad Men Collection

Mad Men is one of those series that I never got into. One of those that everyone-else-watches-obsessively but I never found the time... Well the top dogs at Estee Lauder...

04/03/2013

Perricone MD Blue Plasma - Review

My love affair with Perricone MD products is well-known. I've never met a product made by Dr Perricone that I didn't like. Until now. *sad face* Regular readers will know...

04/03/2013

'What's your issue?' Beauty & Skincare week at Liberty

As part of Liberty's Beauty and Skincare week 'What's your issue?' I will be hosting two workshops and giving (finally) one to one skin consultations on 12th and 13th March...

28/02/2013

Bobbi Brown Lilac Rose Collection

I'm a sucker for a good flower visual. This is for the new Bobbi Brown Lilac Rose Collection available nationwide from today. Hard to go wrong with Bobbi Brown and...

28/02/2013

DKNY inspired by Keith Haring Collection in stores today.

Today sees the launch of the DKNY Art for Men and Women in the UK. Those of us who were around in the 80's will no doubt remember Keith Haring's...

28/02/2013

Leona Lewis announced as Brand Activist for The Body Shop

Spring 2013 sees the launch of from The Body Shop of The Cruelty-Free Collection by Leona Lewis - a Limited Edition make-up and fragrance collection. Leona is well known for...

28/02/2013

An interview with Poppy King

Earlier this week I was invited to QVC to interview Poppy King – founder of Lipstick Queen. I tweeted that I was meeting Poppy and asked if anyone had any...

22/02/2013

YSL Rouge Volupte Shine - Rouge in Danger

What I lack in eye make-up appreciation, I more than make up for in lip gloss and red lipsticks. So when I was asked recently if I would like to...

15/02/2013

Aurelia Probiotic Skincare

Just a quick word about this new range from Claire Vero and her team. Whilst I'm still trialing this new range - the favourite of which is (so far) the...

14/02/2013

The Body Shop partners Teenage Cancer Trust

Always known for their ethics and work for amazing causes - The Body Shop have this year announced their partnership with The Teenage Cancer Trust - the only UK charity...

13/02/2013

Hampton Sun Privet Bloom Shower Gel

Just a quick one - I've just noticed that Beauty Bay have this on sale for £11.04 (I know - I don't know why £11.04?). This is my favourite shower...

13/02/2013

Clarins Skin Beauty Repair Concentrate - Review

OK moving on from yesterday (please) - this little beauty is an example of what Clarins do really well. Skin Beauty Repair Concentrate should be in everyone's skin SOS kit....

07/02/2013

Clarins Double Serum - the review that never was.

So here's the thing - this is set to be Clarins biggest launch this year. It has already had rave reviews from BBB and Ree - both of whom also...

06/02/2013

Paul Mitchell and Cruelty Free International unite against animal testing.

Starting with $700 in 1980, Paul Mitchell and John Paul DeJoria launched 4 products under the brand name Paul Mitchell. 32 years later they are sold in over 80 countries...

22/01/2013

P50 Newsflash - Liberty to the rescue.

I've just been informed by Liberty that they will be stocking P50 as of Friday - all because of this blog! Even more unusual they are only taking the P50...

21/01/2013

Clarins Gentle Exfoliator

Describe the brand in three words. French. Spa. Heritage. Who is it for? Anyone in need of liquid exfoliation. Who should avoid? Glycolic-intolerant, Fitzpatrick 6 would be better using other...

16/01/2013

Lancome and Alber Elbaz Collaboration

This just dropped in to my inbox and is too cute. Mother - the Lancôme addict - will be beside herself. 'La Maison Lancôme is pleased to announce a unique...

14/01/2013

Michelle Roques O'Neil's tips for a healthy mind and body - and her new Therapie range

Never quite getting the recognition she so deserves - Michelle Roques O'Neil has been an industry stalwart for over 30 years. Cited as one of the Top 10 aromatherapists in...

06/01/2013

An afternoon in Brighton.

*no beauty in this post!* We popped to Brighton for the afternoon on Thursday. I'm so glad I took my camera - the light was like something from a film...

05/01/2013

pureDKNY A Drop of Rose and a possible dupe for Chantecaille's Darby Rose

So DKNY have a new addition to their 'pure' line. A Drop of Rose follows A Drop of Vanilla and A Drop of Verbena. And it has a lovely back...

04/01/2013

New Year Skincare - Daily Beauty AM

If you follow me on twitter or Instagram you'll have already seen pictures like this - this is my morning routine of the moment. I thought I'd try and put...

03/01/2013

MARNI fragrance launch

This February sees the launch of the Marni fragrance collection. I'm enjoying fragrance much more these days and I have to say I am pleasantly surprised by this. I genuinely...

02/01/2013

Jimmy Choo launch FLASH

Earlier in December I found myself at the top of the Gherkin tower in the City of London for the launch of Jimmy Choo's new fragrance Flash. Being Jimmy Choo...

01/01/2013

A final Instagram of the year and a massive thank you.

Almost 2013. Another year on the blog. I just want to say a huge, massive thank you to all of you for reading, commenting and supporting me for another year..........

31/12/2012

SpaceNK Sale. Heads up.

Brace yourselves. After you've enjoyed the festivities of Christmas Day - if you're awake at midnight you might want to check out spacenk.com which goes live with its SALE for...

21/12/2012

2012 Awards. Best Fragrance Launches. Jo Malone, Robert Piguet and Michael Kors.

I have had a bit of a love affair with fragrance this year. There was no choosing between these three. All of which I have worn consistently since receiving them....

18/12/2012

2012 Awards. Best New Makeup Launch. Clinique Chubby Stick Intense

The criteria for this one? This is the only new item of makeup that made it's way into my everyday-permanent-usage bag. A step up from the original Chubby Sticks, these...

17/12/2012

Candle of the Week. Timothy Dunn Arabian Fig - and a special mention to Mr Hirons

Four score and twenty years ago - a woman in red married a cute floppy-haired musician in West London. OK - 18 years ago. Just setting the scene. I did...

17/12/2012

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