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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
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THE FINAL SKIN ROCKS BOX HAS LANDED
This is the last ever Skin Rocks Box. We have made 14 expertly curated boxes over the years and we would like to say thank you to everyone who has...
03/08/2023
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My Favourite Products - Bonus Category
Happy Saturday! For the final products in my favourites, you have a Brucie Bonus! From skincare, makeup, lip and tools to haircare, here are my favourites. Check out my final...
29/07/2023
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Top Tips for Sunburnt Skin
Struggling with sunburn? Here’s our expert advice to calm scorched skin. Appearing within a few hours of being in the sun for too long, sunburn is an inflammatory reaction to...
28/07/2023
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Warm Weather Tool Kit
The arrival of the brighter months brings a welcome influx of warmer weather, and with temperatures rising and longer, sunnier days on the horizon, it may be time to adjust...
28/07/2023
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Freaky Friday Giveaway - 456 Skin
Happy Friday! This week 456 Skin are giving you the chance to win a bundle worth over £300, which includes the following; Come Clean Cleanser Green BAE Cleanser To Be...
28/07/2023
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My Favourite SPFs
Here is the final category of My Favourite Skincare Products, and we are finishing skincare with SPF. Find out what my favourite SPFs of the past year or more here.
28/07/2023
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My Favourite Moisturisers
Welcome to Day 4 of My Favourite Products! Here are my favourite moisturisers from the last year (and some even longer!). Find out what they are here.
27/07/2023
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My Favourite Treatments
Welcome to Day 3 of My Favourite Products, today I'm sharing my favourite treatments which includes my top eye cream, Retinoids, serums. Find out what they are here.
26/07/2023
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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
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My Favourite Toners and Mists
It is Day 2 of My Favourite Products, today I'm sharing my favourite mists and toners (and you know I love a mist)! Check out my favourite toners here.
25/07/2023
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My Favourite Cleansers
To celebrate my birthday week, I am revealing 54 of my current favourite products that I've been loving over the past year (and before!). You can tune into the Skin...
24/07/2023
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FREAKY FRIDAY GIVEAWAY – LISA ELDRIDGE
Happy Friday! This week Lisa Eldridge is giving you the chance to win a Summer Glow bundle including the following; Skin Enhancing Treatment Cleanser Skin and Makeup Enhancing Face Mist...
22/07/2023
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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
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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
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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
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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
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FREAKY FRIDAY GIVEAWAY - EVENSWISS
Happy Friday! This week Evenswiss is giving you the chance to win a skincare bundle including the following; Edelweiss Cleanser Edelweiss Dermal Phytotonic Skin Regenerate Serum Regenerating Plasma Rejuvenating Eye...
15/07/2023
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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
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Freaky Friday Giveaway - Hair by Sam McKnight
Happy Friday! This week Hair by Sam McKnight are giving you the chance to win a bundle worth over £500 including: NEW Sundaze Sea Spray Cool Girl Barely There Texture...
11/07/2023
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Freaky Friday Giveaway - Biore
Happy Friday! This week Biore is giving you the chance to win their new SPF: UV Aqua Water Essence Sunscreen. Head over to my IG to enter before 16th June...
23/06/2023
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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
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Freaky Friday Giveaway - Skin Rocks
Happy Friday! This week, I am giving one lucky winner the chance to win a brand new Skin Rocks Cream Cleanser. Sign up to enter before 22nd June at 11.59pm...
16/06/2023
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Spotlight On: The Cream Cleanser by Skin Rocks
The first ever Skin Rocks cleanser is here. Meet The Cream Cleanser: a conditioning cream formula to gently cleanse whilst respecting your barrier. Available in fragranced and fragrance-free versions, this...
14/06/2023
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Skin Rocks The Cream Cleanser
Skin Rocks - The Cream Cleanser, £32 The latest addition to Skin Rocks Skincare. Introducing: The Cleanser, also available in Fragrance-Free. A conditioning cream cleanser to gently cleanse the skin...
14/06/2023
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Freaky Friday Giveaway - Diamancel
Happy Friday! This week, Diamancel are giving one lucky winner the chance to win a huge bundle worth over £150. The bundle includes: Diamancel foot callus buffer 22 coarse diamond...
09/06/2023
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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
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Freaky Friday Giveaway - Good Wash Day x Beauty Backed
Happy Friday! This week, Good Wash Day are giving one lucky winner the chance to win a limited edition hair towel, in collaboration with Beauty Backed. Head over to my...
31/05/2023
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Freaky Friday Giveaway - The Seated Queen
Happy Friday! This week, The Seated Queen are giving one lucky winner the chance to win their full range PLUS a mini gift set for 5 friends. Head over to...
19/05/2023
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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
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Skin Rocks Free Worldwide Shipping Sitewide
For this weekend only, receive free worldwide shipping across everything (including your favourites) over on Skin Rocks! The MoisturiserA daily moisturiser for all skin types to give you instant hydration...
12/05/2023
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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
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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
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Dr. Jart+ Freaky Friday Giveaway
Happy Friday! This week, Dr. Jart+ are giving one lucky winner the chance to win their full Ceramidin range. Head over to my IG to enter before 11th May at...
05/05/2023
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Freaky Friday Giveaway - Olverum
Happy Friday! This week, Olverum are giving one lucky winner the chance to win their full range. Head over to my IG to enter before 4th May at 11.59pm GMT,...
28/04/2023
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Receive a Complimentary Gift with Every Skin Rocks Purchase
Receive a complimentary Skin Rocks wash bag to store your skincare essentials with every purchase.* Shop Now *T&Cs apply.
15/04/2023
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Freaky Friday Giveaway - The Female Founders Kit
Happy Friday! This week, IGK are giving one lucky winner the chance to win a sold out Female Founders Kit. Head over to my IG to enter before 20th April...
14/04/2023
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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
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The Female Founders Kit Has Landed
This Kit showcases some of my favourite products from some gorgeous Female-Founded brands...
05/04/2023
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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