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RTÉ News
08-07-2025
- Health
- RTÉ News
Jennifer Rock on the skincare trends worth trying in 2025
Jennifer Rock, CEO and founder of Skingredients and The Skin Nerd, joined Laura Fox on RTÉ 2FM to discuss skincare, 'shedding', K-beauty and Irish skin. Listen back above. Kicking off a lengthy discussion covering all things skincare, Laura and Jennifer dove into the world of K-beauty. Korean beauty, also known as K-beauty, is an umbrella term for skincare products and methods from South Korea. For the most part, the goal is to achieve 'glass skin' that looks poreless and plump. "It tends to be associated with a 10-step skincare range," explains Jennifer, listing eye creams, moisturisers, daily sheet masks, toners, cleansers, essences, suncreams, and a range of serums as being part of the process. Having travelled to South Korea to study the extensive practice herself, the Dublin woman says she was blown away by the sheer volume of products available. "I have never in my entire life seen so many skincare products in the space of three, four, five, six streets. It is mind-boggling," she insists. "It is a paradise for any skincare lovers out there." Something that Jennifer does appreciate about K-Beauty is their enthusiasm for sprays as she says that using cotton pads could potentially be irritating to the skin. As for her standout products, the CEO notes that milky toners are both hydrating and brightening, and can be followed by an essence - a lightweight hydrating serum that typically features hyaluronic acid - for a glowy look. "Essence was the key piece that I took from it; it's all about essentially bringing moisture to skin," she says, explaining that when skin is wet, it will retain products more effectively. A recent trend to have taken the skincare world by storm is snow mushrooms. This 'snow fungus' - officially named Tremella Fuciformis - is derived from Chinese medicine, and can be found in many serums, toners, and moisturisers. The current 'it girl' ingredient is similar to hyaluronic acid but may be better suited to skin that is sensitive (or battling an Irish climate of sun, wind and rain all within the hour). It is also a lot less sticky than hyaluronic acid and is both hydrating and anti-ageing as it draws moisture to the skin. The next trend to tackle? Micro-current devices. These pricey gadgets deliver a small current that contracts muscles and helps to keep the skin lifted and toned. However, Rock insists that it is best to have this procedure done in a clinic rather than at home. "You can't really do at home what can be done in a clinic," she explains, with the caveat that at-home skincare does offer the opportunity for repetition. Essentially, a professional session is best, but if you're determined, you can achieve similar results through a consistent routine: "They do work but the responsibility, in that sense, is down to you using it," she says. If you are shopping for a device, Rock recommends getting something that has 10-600 on the box, which means it is within the bandwidth of currents that actually contract the muscle. Ultimately, when it comes to skincare trends, although there is plenty of unsolicited advice on social media, it is usually best to trust the advice of qualified professionals and the recommendations of trusted friends.
RTÉ News
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Things to do in Dublin this weekend (May 9-11)
From free Irish language celebrations in Smithfield, to a €10 morning rave in Rialto, there is plenty to be doing in Dublin this weekend. When: Friday - Sunday Where: Various venues How much: Prices vary Phizzfest is a voluntary community and arts festival that has been running in Phibsborough since 2009. Over this coming weekend, with the aim of bringing people together, the festival will host a series of art exhibitions, walking tours, live music, comedy, film screenings, yoga sessions, and much more. Prices vary, see the full programme on When: Sunday, 12pm-5pm Where: Ferime Market Square, Smithfield How much: Free but must register Lá Mór na Gaeilge is a celebration of all aspects of the Irish language, with Ferime Market Square coming to life with all sorts of street displays. Between music, talks, craic and culture there will be something for everyone - and it's all free. If you are fully fluent, or just with a few words – everyone is welcome. There will be family areas, speed-friending events, boxercise classes, crazy bingo and more. When: Saturday - Sunday Where: The Royal Hospital Kilmainham How much: €78 Europe's largest outdoor health, fitness and wellness festival returns to The Royal Hospital Kilmainham this weekend with a jam-packed line-up. There will be live workouts, yoga, meditation, zumba, dance parties and delicious food as well as seminars with industry experts like Jennifer Rock (aka The Skin Nerd), entrepreneur Deliciously Ella, sex and wellbeing expert Jenny Keane and many more. When: Saturday at 7pm Where: St. Patrick's Cathedral How much: €22.86 Culture Date with Dublin 8 is hosting a series of events in Dublin this weekend, including a very special evening in St. Patrick's Cathedral. Celebrate the history of pubs and breweries in the area. Hosted by Donal Fallon, attendees will learn about the Great Liberties Whiskey Fire of 1875, and the rise of Daniel O'Connell's Sons Ale Brewery, which was once pumping out half a million litres of ale a day. When: Friday at 6:45am Where: Playground Studios, Rialto How much: €10 DJ Nialler9 and the Outline Sessions are kicking the weekend off with an early morning rave to get you moving. Kicking of at 6.45am at the Playground Studios in Rialto, DJs Nialler9 and Ceese will soundtrack your morning with classic house and disco, afrobeats, and singalong anthems as the sun rises on the Royal Canal. This is a family-friendly event and ticket price includes coffees, teas and hot chocolate. DICFF Comedian of the Year Competition - Heat 1 When: Saturday, 7 - 9:30pm Where: The Dublin Liberties Distillery How much: €7.50 or 3 for €15 (one drink included in ticket price) Dublin's International Comedy Film Festival will be hosting the first round heat of their Comedian of the Year competition this Saturday evening. Some of the funniest up-and-coming comedians will battle it out on stage for a coveted spot in the grand final at this year's festival. When: Saturday, 4pm - 6pm Where: Rua Red, South Dublin Arts Centre How much: €45 Textile artist Cristina Nicotra is hosting a two-hour exploration of the ancient art of weaving in Tallaght's Rua Red. This introductory workshop will introduce beginners to the fundamental techniques on a cardboard loom, allowing you to create your own beautiful textile coaster. Perfect for complete beginners.
