Do gold-infused beauty products really work?

When it comes to accessorising with gold, we don’t require much convincing. Gold-infused skincare, on the other hand… Well, this is new territory for us.

Why is gold good for your skin?

When it comes down to it, gold is beneficial to your skin for two reasons: it’s an antioxidant and it has anti-inflammatory properties. Ever heard that old wives tale that rubbing a gold ring on a sty will clear it up in no time? There might be some truth to that theory.

Most of the new gold-infused skincare products on the market use nanotechnology that enables the metal to be broken down into ‘nano gold’ with particles that are small enough to be absorbed into the skin.

The gold facial

Undoubtedly, the best way to reap the benefits of gold is to opt for a gold-infused facial. At around $299 per treatment, it won’t come cheap but will leave you with a radian post-facial glow. If you’re in Sydney, try the 24 Carat Pure Gold Facial at Fleur de Lys Medispa.

At-home skincare products

The Peter Thomas Roth line of 24K gold skincare has a cult following. For everyday use, try Peter Thomas Roth 24K Gold Cleansing Butter Pure Luxury Gentle Cleanser, which softly removes makeup and grime while actively improving the elasticity of the skin.

To give yourself an at-home gold facial, try Peter Thomas Roth Un Wrinkle Intense Deep Wrinkle Sheet Mask. These sheet masks give your skin the chance to absorb as much product as possible.

Slather on Manuka Doctor 24K Gold & Manuka Honey Body Oil to reap the benefits of gold in an all-over body product.