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

Kate Somerville Line Release; Under Eye Repair Cream

Kate Somerville Line Release; Under Eye Repair Cream

Kate Somerville Line Release™ Under Eye Repair Cream, 120ml – £90.00 What you need to knowSuitable for all skins and conditions, including menopause and breastfeeding.Cruelty-free. Key IngredientsAcetyl Hexapeptide-3, TripeptideSoybean ProteinHydrating...

05/04/2023

Tatcha The Silk Serum

Tatcha The Silk Serum

Tatcha The Silk Serum, 120ml – £98.00 What you need to knowSuitable for all skins and conditions, including menopause, pregnancy and breastfeeding.Cruelty-free Key IngredientsCranberry extractSea fennelSilk protein Who is it...

05/04/2023

Pro-Vitamin D3

Pro-Vitamin D3

Find out all there is to know about skin-conditioning ingredient, pro-vitamin D3 in our ingredient spotlight.

30/03/2023

Introducing Dermatica's Latest Launch | AD

Introducing Dermatica's Latest Launch | AD

When they launched, Dermatica were the first online dermatology service of its kind in the UK, whereby you upload photographs of your skin, fill out your profile and the Dermatology...

23/03/2023

How to Support Your Skin Barrier

How to Support Your Skin Barrier

Your skin barrier is the outermost layer of your skin, that protects it from environmental aggressors and keeps your skin hydrated. If you have a damaged skin barrier, your skin...

17/03/2023

Freaky Friday - IGK Hair

Freaky Friday - IGK Hair

Happy Friday! This week, IGK are giving one lucky winner the chance to win a bundle which includes: First Class Dry Shampoo Legendary Shampoo Legendary Conditioner Mistress Hydrating Hair Balm...

17/03/2023

What Is Conditioning Skincare?

What Is Conditioning Skincare?

Within the skincare world, the words ‘hydrating’, ‘nourishing’ and ‘moisturising’ are everywhere, but what is conditioning skincare? Read on to find out… 

16/03/2023

(TWENTY) FIVE MINUTES WITH JOANNA VARGAS AND RENEE ROULEAU

(TWENTY) FIVE MINUTES WITH JOANNA VARGAS AND RENEE ROULEAU

My chat with Joanna and Renee is now live on Youtube. More to come from these ladies in the very near future.. Huge thanks to my gorgeous friends Joanna and...

13/03/2023

Spotlight On: The Support Oil

Spotlight On: The Support Oil

The Skin Rocks Treatment category has welcomed its latest addition - The Support Oil - your saviour treatment for all skins that need extra support and care. Read on for...

07/03/2023

Spotlight On: The Moisturiser

Spotlight On: The Moisturiser

The very first launch of the Skin Rocks Moisturise category, meet The Moisturiser – a daily moisturiser to give you instant hydration and help support long-term skin health and radiance....

07/03/2023

Cheat Sheet - Moisturisers

Cheat Sheet - Moisturisers

Moisturisers are a staple part of any skincare routine and are far more important to your skin’s health than you may initially believe. Keep reading to learn more…

07/03/2023

Cheat Sheet - Facial Oils

Cheat Sheet - Facial Oils

Facial oils can divide opinion and intimidate even the most experienced users, but they actually offer a number of skin benefits and can make a brilliant skin-boosting addition to your...

07/03/2023

Top Tips to Support Your Skin Barrier

Top Tips to Support Your Skin Barrier

Using too many actives, over-exfoliation, and harsh climates are just a few factors that can lead to a compromised skin barrier. Keep reading to find out how to keep it...

07/03/2023

The Skin Rocks Moisturiser and Support Oil Have Landed

The Skin Rocks Moisturiser and Support Oil Have Landed

We have two (technically three) new additions to Skin Rocks Skincare. Introducing: The Moisturiser and Support Oil. The Moisturiser In an industry first, The Moisturiser is available in both fragranced...

06/03/2023

Freaky Friday - Allies of Skin

Freaky Friday - Allies of Skin

Happy Friday! This week, Allies of Skin are giving five lucky winners a bundle which includes: Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser 20% Vitamin C Brighten + Firm Serum Peptides &...

03/03/2023

Limited Edition The Body Shop Camomile Cleansing Butter - Camellia

Limited Edition The Body Shop Camomile Cleansing Butter - Camellia

The Body Shop Camomile Cleansing Butter - Camellia Limited Edition, 90ml - £12.00 If you've been a reader for a while, you'll know I adore The Body Shop Camomile Cleansing...

09/02/2023

Dermalogica Smart Response Serum

Dermalogica Smart Response Serum

Dermalogica Smart Response Serum, 30ml - £139.00 What you need to know Suitable for all skins and conditions, including menopause, pregnancy and breastfeeding. Cruelty-free and vegan. Key Ingredients AHA Niacinamide...

08/02/2023

The Comfort Kit Has Landed

The Comfort Kit Has Landed

The Comfort Kit is a full routine, worth £425 and is yours for £180. A saving of 57%. This brilliant Kit has been curated with all skins in mind, to...

08/02/2023

Pai Century Flower Mist

Pai Century Flower Mist

Pai Century Flower Mist, 100ml - £39.00 What you need to know Suitable for all skins and conditions, including puberty, menopause, pregnancy and breastfeeding. Cruelty-free and vegan. Key Ingredients Lotus...

08/02/2023

Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask

Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask

Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask, 64ml - £45.00 What you need to know Suitable for all skins and conditions, including menopause, pregnancy and breastfeeding. Cruelty-free and vegan. Key Ingredients Antioxidants...

08/02/2023

Introducing the New Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Ectoin Infused Cream | AD

Introducing the New Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Ectoin Infused Cream | AD

Dr. Jart’s Ceramidin Range is one I always recommend to anyone with drier or dehydrated skin. They have a brand-new addition to the range, their NEW Ceramidin Ectoin Infused Cream....

06/02/2023

The Skin Rocks Maternity Box Has Landed

The Skin Rocks Maternity Box Has Landed

The Maternity Box is worth £119 and is yours for £59, saving you over 50%. You need this if... You are pregnant, have recently been pregnant, have a baby under...

02/02/2023

A close up of Caucasian woman swiping a white cream across her cheek

Five Retinoid Myths Debunked

While there are a variety of skincare myths that often circulate, retinoids draw particular attention. With this in mind, we asked board-certified dermatologist, Ranella Hirsch, to bust the most common...

01/02/2023

Paula’s Choice 10% Azelaic Acid booster

A Guide to Azelaic Acid

Find out all you need to know about this all-star ingredient with Heather Wish, Skincare Education Specialist at Paula’s Choice.  What is azelaic acid? Azelaic acid is a skin-friendly dicarboxylic acid*...

29/01/2023

SKINCARE EMPTIES 2022 (AND LONGER)

SKINCARE EMPTIES 2022 (AND LONGER)

I went into more details about why certain products that you would have been expecting to see in my Empties may not be there when I went through the Empties...

29/01/2023

Image of the Skin Rocks Retinoids and refills

Retinoids: How to Move Up in Strength

Have you been using a retinoid for a while now and are ready to dial it up a notch? Here’s what you need to know. What are retinoids? The gold...

23/01/2023

EMPTIES - MY FIRST IN OVER A YEAR..

EMPTIES - MY FIRST IN OVER A YEAR..

Shop the full Skin Rocks Range Shop now     My first Empties in over a year is finally up on YouTube. Full list of products below - next up,...

22/01/2023

Freaky Friday Giveaway - Emma Hardie

Freaky Friday Giveaway - Emma Hardie

Happy Friday! This week, Emma Hardie are giving you the chance to win a set of their Amazing Body Collection! Head over to my IG to enter before 26th January...

20/01/2023

Freaky Friday Giveaway - Paula's Choice

Freaky Friday Giveaway - Paula's Choice

Happy Friday! Paula's Choice are giving you and a friend the chance to win a skin consultation and a year’s worth of recommended skincare! Head over to my IG to...

16/01/2023

Freaky Friday Giveaway - Good Wash Day

Freaky Friday Giveaway - Good Wash Day

This is your first Freaky Friday of the year and it's a good one! Good Wash Day are giving 5 lucky winners a hair towel of their choice. Don't be...

06/01/2023

Vieve Skin Nova XL - Exclusive Preview and offer code

Vieve Skin Nova XL - Exclusive Preview and offer code

If you're a regular you'll know that I've been a fan of Vieve since its launch, and an even longer fan of the brand founder, Jamie. You'll also be aware...

05/01/2023

RETINOID DATABASE

RETINOID DATABASE

  Shop the full Skin Rocks Range Shop now   Picture for representational purposes from my archive, may contain products that have yet been added. Hi Everyone, As promised, the...

04/01/2023

Freaky Friday Giveaway - REN

Freaky Friday Giveaway - REN

Happy Friday! This week, Ren are giving 5 lucky winners a bundle which includes: Perfect Canvas Clean Jelly Oil Cleanser (RRP £28) Ready Steady Glow Tonic (RRP £28) Evercalm Barrier...

09/12/2022

The Skin Rocks Retinoid Refills Have Landed

The Skin Rocks Retinoid Refills Have Landed

I've had a lot of people on the Skin Rocks Tour asking me when the Refills for our Retinoids will be available. They are here! Retinoid 1 Refill, 30ml -...

07/12/2022

Freaky Friday Giveaway - Foreo

Freaky Friday Giveaway - Foreo

Happy Friday! This week, Foreo are giving 5 lucky winners the new Foreo Luna 4 and cleanser. Head over to my IG to enter before 8th December at 11.59pm GMT,...

02/12/2022

Tatcha Christmas Gifting and 20% Off | AD

Tatcha Christmas Gifting and 20% Off | AD

Tatcha, in my opinion, is the perfect blend between self-care and efficacious formulas. All of their products are gorgeous to use and generally feel like you’re taking a moment for...

02/12/2022

Headshot of Skin Rocks Founder, Caroline Hirons

The Story of Skin Rocks Skincare

Find out all about the journey of the long-awaited Skin Rocks Skincare in our interview with Founder, Caroline Hirons.  

28/11/2022

BUN FRIDAY IS BACK!

BUN FRIDAY IS BACK!

Bun Friday is BACK! You can save 50% on all of our Support Acts until Monday at 11.59pm GMT. Jelly Kit Bags - was £40, now £20 We currently have:...

23/11/2022

Freaky Friday Giveaway - Murad

Freaky Friday Giveaway - Murad

Happy Friday! This week we are giving five lucky winners a Murad Retinol Trio worth £228. Each trio includes: Retinol Youth Renewal Eye Serum Retinol Youth Renewal Serum Retinol Youth...

18/11/2022

15% off Allies of Skin | AD

15% off Allies of Skin | AD

Allies of Skin currently have buy one get one free across Cyber Month. They also have the following offers: When you spend £110, receive limited edition PSA Fearless Oil When...

17/11/2022

Space NK x Skin Rocks Roadshow

Space NK x Skin Rocks Roadshow

Store Appearances: Join me in Space NK stores across the UK & Ireland. I will be on hand to give product advice (across all brands, obvs!) and show you the...

15/11/2022

Freaky Friday Giveaway - Skin Rocks

Freaky Friday Giveaway - Skin Rocks

Happy Friday! This week, we are giving away a year’s worth* of Skin Rocks Retinoids. You can choose between 1 or 2 depending on your skin’s needs. Head over to...

11/11/2022

How To Use Retinoids

How To Use Retinoids

  Skin Rocks Retinoids Shop now   Loved by dermatologists and aestheticians alike, retinoids (aka vitamin A) are best known for their ability to significantly improve the appearance of the...

10/11/2022

What is Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate?

What is Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate?

  Skin Rocks Retinoids Shop now   Hydroxypinacolone retinoate, or HPR, is a vitamin A derivative – a type of retinoid. It is also commonly referred to by its trade...

08/11/2022

Vitamin A Stages of Conversion

Vitamin A Stages of Conversion

  Skin Rocks Retinoids Shop now     Prescription* strength vitamin A is retinoic acid (also known as Tretinoin/Retin-A). This is the star of the show in terms of skin...

08/11/2022

Person dispensing skincare serum onto their hand using a pipette

What is Retinal and How is it Different to Retinol?

Retinal, also known as retinaldehyde, is a type of retinoid. Retinoids are vitamin A derivatives – some common examples are retinal, retinol and retinyl retinoate.  Retinoids are widely known as...

08/11/2022

CHeat Sheet - Vitamin A

CHeat Sheet - Vitamin A

Widely considered as the gold standard in skincare, retinoids, such as retinol, are derivatives of vitamin A – a key nutrient needed in order for our skin cells to function...

08/11/2022

Which Skin Rocks Retinoid You Need Based On Your Current Retinoid

Which Skin Rocks Retinoid You Need Based On Your Current Retinoid

The Skin Rocks Retinoids have launched, and I have understandably had a lot of questions about which Retinoid you need, based on what you are currently using. In the first...

08/11/2022