Caroline Hirons Blog

Josie Maran Argan Creamy Oil Cleansing Treatment

Describe the brand in five words. Argan. QVC. Body butters. That's it - I'm sorry I literally have no clue who Josie Maran, is, or what her background is. This...

16/06/2016

An exciting update! It's Facial time.

Apologies for the lack of content recently but I've been busy working with clients, sourcing an office space and hiring an assistant. All good stuff, but just prioritising things other...

15/06/2016

Stylist Live 13-16 October

I will once again be speaking at Stylist Live this year, this time I will be on the Inspiration Stage, talking about beauty, blogging and building your business within that...

15/06/2016

Hi All! Embrace their wellbeing roots, British-made, gorgeous skincare brand Balance Me has launched a signature facial to showcase their beautiful products. Skin is dealt with on an individual bespoke...

10/06/2016

Mixing up your Cult Beauty Box

I've had quite a few comments/questions from people that purchased the current Cult Beauty Box about how to best mix/match the contents so please forgive a quick post addressed primarily...

08/06/2016

IMATS London 2016 Buys

I went to IMATS this year with a list. I've lost out so many times in previous years by being distracted talking to friends that I literally always come home...

05/06/2016

Bobbi Brown Pro Online

Just a small queue at the Bobbi stand on Friday. Well this is very exciting for Pro/Student Makeup artists. Bobbi Brown are moving their pro discount programme online. You can...

05/06/2016

VLOG 28 - Half Term, IMATS and Cate Blanchett

Happy Half Term vlog :) Popped to Mum's this week, picked up some bits in Trafford (as you do), met Cate Blanchett (although that is off camera - you get...

04/06/2016

Kat Burki Tubereuse

When I was doing research for the Kat Burki Cleansing post earlier this month, I came across this fragrance, completely by chance, on the Nordstrom website. It is nowhere to...

31/05/2016

Masks - Clay/Mud/Charcoal etc

Clay masks - the easiest way to give your skin a deeper clean without being harsh or spending a fortune. The market is FULL of them but as I have...

27/05/2016

Glow Tonic To-Go

Ooh head's up Glow Tonic fans. You're about to be able to get your hands on Glow Tonic in a travel/quick grab/ To-Go version. These pads launch in the...

26/05/2016

The Cult Beauty Box 'How-To'

I had a lot of requests for more information on the products in the box and what skins they are suitable/not suitable for so thought a quick debrief may prove...

25/05/2016

The Cult Beauty Box Full Reveal

BOX NUMBER FOUR! The Cleansing and Prep Box will go on sale this week. The sign up for the waitlist is here: www.cultbeauty.co.uk/cult-beauty-box-caroline-hirons Some FAQs and T&Cs: The Box will...

24/05/2016

MASKS - An Overview

There are literally thousands of masks on the market. Endless options for all skin types and all skin conditions. So where to begin? Masks were traditionally a quick fix or...

23/05/2016

Two Minute Double Cleanse and the second reveal from the upcoming Cult Beauty Box

Two Minutes is all you need! Just a quick video showing just how easy and speedy it is to do a double cleanse. This routine is the same whether or...

22/05/2016

Viktor&Rolf Bonbon Couture and Vlog 27

I was recently invited to Amsterdam by Viktor&Rolf for the launch of their new fragrance, Bonbon Couture. The launch was held in the Viktor & Rolf House which did not...

21/05/2016

The First Reveal - OSKIA Micro Exfoliating Balm

This Balm was first reviewed on here over 4 years ago - and I still love it. It was also in my very first Cult Beauty Box. It's a great...

20/05/2016

NARS Monoi Body Glow II and Monoi Candle

OK so lovers of all things monoi - and longtime purchasers of Hei Poa - we finally got NARS to come up with the goods candle-wise. The downside is that...

18/05/2016

Update - Kat Burki Cleanser

Good news - Space NK have changed the price of the Kat Burki Balm from this post to £52.00. Bad news - it's sold out. Still, it'll be back soon...

18/05/2016

The Cult Beauty Box - the waitlist is open.

Box Number FOUR is imminent, but the waitlist has already arrived. To be in with the best chance to buy the box when it goes on sale, you can sign...

18/05/2016

Estee Lauder Genuine Glow

Adding to the growing 'glow' sector, Estee Lauder release Genuine Glow this summer. A hybrid between primer and skincare, these are water-based and oil-free so suitable for all. Used daily,...

17/05/2016

Coming this week - Mask Combinations

Sunday Facial. Three Step Facial. Post Flight Facial. Pre-Wedding Facial etc etc Any other requests feel free to leave them in the comments!

16/05/2016

OM Pure Glow Cleanser

What is it? 'This perfectly balanced cleanser instantly refreshes skin leaving it clean and glowing.' It's a gel cleanser. Who is it for? 'Suitable for all skin types, balancing oily...

14/05/2016

Kat Burki Vitamin C Nourishing Cleansing Balm

*Warning - make a brew. Describe the brand in five words? New. Interesting. Green. Bio processing. What is it? Repairs, renews and illuminates skin. It's a stretch calling this a...

14/05/2016

Meet The Beauty Experts - M&S Westfield White City

Not sure whose idea this was, or if it's safe, but Amanda and I are at M&S Westfield tomorrow afternoon talking all things Pixi. The info is here:...

13/05/2016

Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Intensive Recovery Ampoules

Heads up ANR devotees - and I know there's a lot of you out there. These are new and coming your way soon. They are designed to be used as...

13/05/2016

Sonya Dakar Buriti Purifying Cleanser

What is it? 'Effortlessly dissolves make up, dirt and impurities to leave your face feeling like velvet.' Who is it for? All skin types - particularly dry, mature or sensitive....

13/05/2016

BloGlossary

As the blog continues to grow in readership (thank you!) I am fielding a lot of similar questions on a regular basis, the majority of which are usually very kindly...

13/05/2016

Juice Beauty Cleansing Milk

It's organic so I put it in my hyacinths. What is it? 'This creamy formula deeply cleanses and removes makeup...' Who is it for? ...'while soothing normal, aging, or sensitive...

12/05/2016

Giorgio Armani Prima

For reasons known only to themselves, Armani aren't launching this in the UK until the end of September. If you live in the US however, Bob's your Uncle. So just...

11/05/2016

Jouer Ready To Wear Palette - Warm

I picked this up in January in LA, took these pictures for the blog, then promptly filed them in the wrong folder, as you do. It was only when I...

10/05/2016

NARS Under Cover - Summer 2016

Oh Monsieur Nars, you are on a roll Sir. There is a ton of newness from NARS and this isn't even the last you will see this week. For makeup...

09/05/2016

Anastasia Beverly Hills Glow Kits - hurry....

OK another one that I meant to put up when I bought them a couple of weeks ago. If you watch my vlogs you will have seen me literally ordering...

09/05/2016

3107 Heart & Soul Deep Cleansing Makeup Remover

What is it? A cleansing balm that can also be used as a mask. 3107 is made by the beautiful Dija Ayodele, a facialist and wellbeing therapist based in London,...

09/05/2016

NARS Supersized Orgasm

Every brand, if they're lucky, has their 'Hero' product. Or as I call it: The Pension Fund. Think Chanel No.5, Jo Malone Lime Basil & Mandarin, Eve Lom Cleanser, Pixi...

08/05/2016

Reviews coming up this week.

08/05/2016

Hourglass Illume Sheer Color Trio and Ambient Primers

Just when you think you don't need any new primers or 'glow' products, Hourglass do their thing - again. Three new primers under the Ambient umbrella promise to soften, neutralise...

08/05/2016

Chanel UV Essentiel Multi-Protection Daily Defender

I've covered SPF extensively in the last few years so this year I'm going to focus primarily on light facial SPFs, suitable for daily use as well as holiday...

07/05/2016

Urban Decay Alice Through The Looking Glass

I've seen a couple of these around but they are out of stock already on the Urban Decay website. If you haven't seen the Alice Through The Looking Glass Eyeshadow...

07/05/2016

The Mariposa Trust - miscarriages and beyond

Baby loss is a global issue with around 30,000,000 miscarriages each year, 2.6 million still births and 5.495 million neo-natal and early years losses. I have four children, but...

06/05/2016

Currently testing... Votary Super Seed

One of my favourite launches of last year was the Votary brand - in particular the cleansing oil, that has been a permanent addition to my cupboard since it launched....

05/05/2016

The Winner of the 6 Year Giveaway is........

CONGRATULATIONS TASHA BEAVER! You have email. :) Thank you to everyone that entered - and keep your eyes peeled for more great giveaways to come.

02/05/2016

Five New (ish) Eye Creams I'm Enjoying

Some eye goodness that's made its way into my inbox recently - and a quick head's up on whether it may be for you or not. Chanel Hydra Beauty Micro...

02/05/2016

The Body Shop Skin Defence

When The Body Shop released the Vitamin E SPF this week, I did an audible 'about TIME'. Well they've already brought another one out, and it's only Friday. :) This...

29/04/2016

Random Round-Up No.2

Hi All! Another week - some Instagram newness for you below amongst other updates.. Kate Somerville Official Goat Milk Statement (file under - 'things you never thought you would type'):...

29/04/2016

NeoStrata Smooth Surface Daily Peel Pads

What is it? 'A daily home use peel is expertly formulated at an effective pH using a NeoStrata-developed delivery system for gentle yet optimal skin penetration.' Aka - acid...

28/04/2016