The CH 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
BONDI SANDS SPF 50 + LIP BALMS | AD
Bondi Sands make daily SPF use a breeze with their non-greasy, fragrance free formulas that leave no white cast. More importantly, their Aussie approved formulas (Australia, followed by Europe, have...
15/07/2021
The Impact Of Menopause On The Skin
Dr Rajpar is a Consultant Dermatologist and has an interest in skin and hair concerns around the menopause. www.midlandskin.co.uk As a dermatologist, I have been seeing and treating patients with...
11/07/2021
Menopause And Its Symptoms
Rebecca qualified from Guy’s Medical School in London in 1991. She continues to practise as a GP and has developed an interest in the menopause. Rebecca is determined to improve...
04/07/2021
Favourite Cult Beauty Skindie Products | AD
“Skindie”, to me, is a movement that enables spectacular brands to be discovered by more than just skincare freaks. Fortunately for us, Cult Beauty is an amazing platform that enables...
23/06/2021
This Morning - Summer Skincare
ALL PRODUCTS FEATURED ON THIS MORNING: Super UV Anti-age Face Protection Cream SPF50, Ambre Solaire: https://bit.ly/3wgTby2 Over Makeup Super UV Protection Mist SPF50, Ambre Solaire: https://bit.ly/3wcAZpc Extreme Screen Hydrating Body...
14/06/2021
Meet The Founder
Caroline Hirons was always destined to go into the beauty industry – she just didn’t know it.
13/06/2021
Building a summer routine and barrier repair with StriVectin | Ad
With the sun (thankfully) shining bright in the UK, it’s important to address how your skin's needs will change over Summer. As to be expected, StriVectin have got us covered...
11/06/2021
ESCENTUAL'S SUN POVERTY CAMPAIGN
My friends at Escentual.com have launched today their fantastic #SunPoverty campaign which will hand out 30,000 high factor SPFs to pre-teen children in receipt of free school meals for the...
07/06/2021
The Science Behind Peptides
One of the frontrunners in cutting-edge skincare science, peptides are proven to be truly powerful in targeting many different skin concerns. Peptides are a key area of research and innovation...
04/06/2021
The History of Peptides
The first most beauty fans heard about peptides was in 2006 when, in a subsequently much spoofed Olay TV ad, celebrity beauty editor Nadine Baggott told viewers “Right now, I...
01/06/2021
SKIN ROCKS - THE PEPTIDE BOX
The Skin Rocks Peptide Box is here! Value: £122.50 Selling Price: £65.00 Available at: https://shopfloor.carolinehirons.com Who is this for? This is perfect for anyone who wants to introduce peptides to...
01/06/2021
NEW TAN-LUXE SUPER GLOW NIGHT REPAIR | AD
If you’re a regular reader, you’ll know that Tan-Luxe’s Super Glow was one of my most used products in 2019 and 2020. Brand new for 2021, Tan-Luxe have added Super...
27/05/2021
Sunscreen for Different Skin Conditions
What advice do you have for people prone to sensitivity or Rosacea when it comes to SPF? Ultrasun is formulated for people with sensitive skin. The Lamellar technology means that...
22/05/2021
Choosing the Best Acid for You
Hearing the word ‘acid’ in conjunction with a skincare routine may sound counter-intuitive, but acids can be excellent for your skin and should be a part of a solid routine. The...
16/05/2021
Your SPF Questions Answered
Choosing the right SPF is really important and a number of factors should be taken into account – your skin type, the sun conditions and the amount of time you plan...
07/05/2021
THE SPRING KITS ARE HERE
Every time I introduce a new kit, it feels like five minutes has passed since the last. January was the longest month in living memory, but February through to April...
04/05/2021
THE SPRING KITS ARE NOW LIVE!
The Spring Kits are now LIVE: shopfloor.carolinehirons.com Spring Kit Drop 1 - 8pm (UK time) Tuesday 4th May. Spring Kit Drop 2 - 8am (UK time) Wednesday 5th May. KIT...
04/05/2021
A Brief History of Acids in Skincare
If you’re a woman of a certain age, then your introduction to acids in skincare was probably that infamous episode of Sex And The City when Samantha Jones tries a...
02/05/2021
A Brief History of Acids in Skincare
If you’re a woman of a certain age, then your introduction to acids in skincare was probably that infamous episode of Sex And The City when Samantha Jones tries a “freshening chemical...
02/05/2021
Building a Brand
Being a “Skin Nerd” morphed into my DNA after hopping into a facialist’s chair for the first time ever when I was thirteen. This was a defining moment when my...
01/05/2021
SPACE NK BEAUTY DISCOVERY GIFT - WORTH £360
🚨 Public service announcement! 🚨 Space NK's latest Beauty Discovery GWP is live! The Spring Edit includes 28 must-have products, worth over £360. Some of my favourites inside include: Sunday...
30/04/2021
The History of the Alpha Beta Peels
Beauty trends are ever evolving, especially within skincare. New technology breakthroughs, ingredient discoveries and delivery systems are constantly advancing. So, when a product has been around for a long time,...
21/04/2021
The History of the Alpha Beta Peels
Beauty trends are ever evolving, especially within skincare. New technology breakthroughs, ingredient discoveries and delivery systems are constantly advancing. So, when a product has been around for a long time,...
21/04/2021
SKIN ROCKS - THE ACID BOX
The Skin Rocks Acid Box is here! This is your introduction to acids. It is perfect for anyone who wants to start using acids in their skincare routine but doesn’t...
19/04/2021
DR.JART+ CICAPAIR AND CERAMIDIN | AD
I was first introduced to Dr Jart+ by my girlfriend Stephanie Nicole in an LA Sephora over four years ago. It featured in one of my Empties videos in May...
08/04/2021
SPF, GWYNETH PALTROW, VOGUE AND THE IMPORTANCE OF CONSCIOUSLY USING YOUR PLATFORM
Shop the full Skin Rocks Range Shop now Unless you've been hiding under a rock for a week (lucky you), you cannot have missed the ever present-consciously-around Gwyneth...
07/04/2021
SPACE NK WISHLIST - 20% OFF - AD
Ok it’s that time again, my Space NK Wish List is now LIVE until Midnight on Sunday. Your code is CHWISHLIST and should be added when prompted at checkout for...
02/04/2021
THIS MORNING - TEEN SKIN
https://youtu.be/wfTxoKkM4ps ALL PRODUCTS FEATURED ON THIS MORNING: Sam Farmer Face Care Kit: https://bit.ly/3lLUQXP Nizoral Shampoo: https://bit.ly/3f9qIV3 Dermalogica Clear Start Hydrating Lotion: https://bit.ly/3lMlgZt Dermalogica Clear Start Weightless Hydration Aqua Jelly: https://bit.ly/2PsBiMk...
30/03/2021
EMPTIES 2020: MAKEUP + SUPPLEMENTS
Watch my Empties 2020: Makeup + Supplements here! Remember this is my Empties not my favourites! Makeup empties: Vichy Dermablend SOS Cover Concealer Stick: https://bit.ly/3vDHEJ5 By Terry Limited Edition CC...
29/03/2021
EMPTIES 2020: SERUMS/TREATMENTS
Watch my Empties 2020: SERUMS/TREATMENTS here! Remember this is my Empties not my favourites! Tan-Luxe Super Glow Hyaluronic Self-Tan Serum: https://bit.ly/32juCBZ Dr Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Re.Pair Serum: https://bit.ly/3etkfUO Josh...
29/03/2021
EMPTIES 2020: HAIR + BODY
This is NOT my Empties. I just needed a suitable visual LOL Watch my Empties 2020: Hair + Body here! Remember this is my Empties not my favourites! Shampoo’s: Palmer’s...
29/03/2021
THIS MORNING - KEY INGREDIENTS - WHAT ARE THEY?
ALL PRODUCTS FEATURED ON THIS WEEK’S THIS MORNING: Retinol: Medik8 Crystal Retinal 3: https://bit.ly/3qQ8KJT Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6: https://bit.ly/3ePXdHB Medik8 Retinol 3 TR: https://bit.ly/2OyEtSz Acid Toners: The Ordinary Glycolic Acid...
17/03/2021
EMPTIES 2020: EYE CREAMS
Watch my Empties 2020: Eye Creams here! Remember this is my Empties not my favourites! Kate Somerville KateCeuticals Lifting Eye Serum: https://bit.ly/3kHcuLS Kate Somerville Age Arrest Eye Cream: https://bit.ly/386y5bC Kate...
03/03/2021
EMPTIES 2020: ACIDS AND MISTS
Watch my Empties 2020: Acids and Mists here! Acids: Deviant Gentle Resurfacing Liquid: https://bit.ly/2GNVO5H Zelens PHA+ Bio-Peel Resurfacing Facial Pads January Labs Daily Brightening Tonic: https://bit.ly/2QtpM1i Mists: La Roche-Posay Toleraine...
03/03/2021
EMPTIES 2020: THE CLEANSERS (INCLUDING PRODUCT OF THE YEAR!)
Watch my Empties 2020: The Cleansers IGTV here A reminder that these are my empties, not my all-time favourites, hence the absence of some of my usual favourites. Products mentioned...
01/03/2021
MURAD HYDRO-DYNAMIC ULTIMATE MOISTURE AND OFFER | AD
Hi Everyone! If you’re a regular you’ll know how much I love both Dr Murad the man, and his product range. As a range they have some real gems, and...
18/02/2021
WINTER KITS UPDATE
Hi Everyone, I am so sorry. I want to give you a quick update of the situation as it stands, and hopefully answer some of your questions: I am waiting...
31/01/2021
THE WINTER KITS ARE LIVE!
The Winter Kits are now LIVE here: carolinehirons.store KIT 1 KIT 1 CORE KIT 1 REPAIR KIT 2 KIT 2 CORE KIT 2 REPAIR NEOPRENE GREEN BAG, CAMO LINING E-Books...
29/01/2021
CHARITABLE DONATIONS UPDATE - IT'S A BIG ONE!
Hi Everyone! I've just had some figures through so on the eve of the Winter Kits I thought I'd give you an update of the monies raised for charities since...
28/01/2021
WINTER KITS REVEAL
KIT 1 The Winter Kits go on sale tomorrow morning, 29th January at 10am GMT. KIT 2 Where: The BLOG – CH Store – https://carolinehirons.store Kit 1 is worth £445.00...
28/01/2021
TOP 20 SKINCARE QUESTIONS OF 2020: WHAT DOES LACTIC ACID DO?
Lactic acid can be summed up in one visual: That's in the simplest of terms - of course, but if you want a gentle acid that most skins can get...
11/01/2021
BOUJEE BOUGIES CANDLES
I’ve been blogging for 11 years in April, and in that time I have met quite a few fragrance writers/experts who speak of perfume/fragrance/smellies in a way that is so...
07/01/2021
AMAZON'S MOST SOLD BOOKS OF 2020 - SKINCARE!!
I'm interrupting the usual schedule to bring you this: Yes that is Leicester Square and yes that is my book and no that is not CGI or fake news. This...
05/01/2021
TOP 20 SKINCARE QUESTIONS OF 2020: WHAT DOES HYALURONIC ACID DO?
Shop the full Skin Rocks Range Shop now Hyaluronic acid aka 'HA' is, depending on who you speak to, either the second coming of Jesus or the absolute...
04/01/2021
TOP 20 SKINCARE QUESTIONS OF 2020: HOW TO BUILD A SKINCARE ROUTINE?
Shop the full Skin Rocks Range Shop now Older routines: Just a reminder that I am always trialling products and that a picture of something does not necessarily mean an...
03/01/2021
TOP 20 QUESTIONS OF 2020: WHAT DOES NIACINAMIDE DO?
Niacinamide aka vitamin B3, is used for a multitude of skin issues including: uneven skin tone dullness spots/consistent and persistent blemishes fine lines and proper wrinkles enhancing skin barrier function...
02/01/2021
THE TOP 20 SKINCARE QUESTIONS IN 2020
HAPPY NEW YEAR ONE AND ALL! I hope this finds you and your loved ones all safe and healthy as we start 2021, in what can only be described as...
01/01/2021
THIS MORNING - SKINCARE CHRISTMAS LIST
ALL PRODUCTS FEATURED ON THIS MORNING - MUST-HAVE SKINCARE TO ADD TO YOUR CHRISTMAS LIST: Estee Lauder Repair + Renew Skincare Collection Gift Set: https://bit.ly/3lwGR6D Elemis Men’s Grooming Skincare Duo:...
14/12/2020