Editor's Picks: The Gold Standard in Beauty

Gold, which possesses anti-inflammatory properties has been used for centuries to treat arthritis and other skin disorders. Now a go-to ingredient for skin care, its found in products like face serums, creams, oils, and cleansers. Since gold reduces skin inflammation, it may help slow premature aging and wrinkling according to dermatologists. Many gold-infused products have also been shown to have brighten the skin over time.

Some studies have shown that products containing gold nanoparticles or nanopeptides (supersmall molecules that can be absorbed through the skin) can also help with elasticity and hydration.

And of course for those of us who love to glow from head to toe, gold is the metallic color of choice for radiance and illumination. We even love gold packaging! So we picked a few of our favorites that are our “Gold Standard” in beauty.

HAIR

OGX Deeply Restoring + Pracaxi Recovery Oil Collection $8.99 each

Don’t let frizz or dryness stop you from embracing your natural hair. Look at Brazil, where natural, goddess hair shines, despite heat, humidity and harsh weather conditions. OGX, the innovative and disruptive haircare line that brought you Argan Oil of Morocco ten years ago, now brings you the latest and most restorative extracts from Brazil. Introducing the new OGX® Deeply Restoring + Pracaxi Recovery Oil Collection with sustainable Pracaxi Seed Oil for intense hydration and Murumuru, a super emollient butter that holds moisture retention.

OGX® Deeply Restoring + Pracaxi Recovery Oil Shampoo and Conditioner $8.99

This creamy blend infused with Pracaxi Oil and Murumuru Butter quenches and hydrates hair for silky, soft strands, buttery curls, and luxuriously touchable locks.

OGX® Deeply Restoring + Pracaxi Recovery Oil Combing Cream $8.99

A Brazilian staple, this milky cream detangles curls and drenches hair in moisture. Comb through wet hair to help enhance natural softness, boost decedent spirals, and improve moisture to tame frizz and reveal your best bounce, shine, and wave.

OGX® Deeply Restoring + Pracaxi Recovery Oil 60 Second Moisture Treatment $8.99

Infused with Brazilian Pracaxi Oil and Murumuru Butter, this in-shower rinse nourishes strands in just 60 seconds for deep hydration and luxurious, soft hair.

OGX® is committed to preserving Brazil’s natural resources and protecting the environment in pursuit of healthy hair and plants. Through this collection, OGX will donate a percent of the proceeds to support the Brazilian Public Fund that is invested in the conservation of Pracaxi Seed Oil and the on-going efforts to replant Pracaxi in Brazil.

GOLDEN MAKEUP

Kaja Beauty Bento in Orange Blossom (golden tones) $22

Curated trio of blendable, cream to powder eyeshadows that offer a natural look while leaving a gorgeous gold shimmer.

Pat McGrath Labs Skin Fetish Highlighter & Balm Duo in Golden $48

This transformative highlighting duo glides on effortlessly, imparting a veil of sinfully sublime luminosity. The creamy highlighter reflects and refracts light, creating iconic illumination, while the transparent balm delivers dewy divinity. Formulated with aloe and argan oils, combined with hyaluronic acid, the balm delivers smooth control and softens the skin. Whether used solo or in combination, these two luxurious finishes can satisfy every highlighting desire.

GOLDEN SKIN CARE:

Kate Somerville +Retinol Vitamin C Retinol Firming Eye Cream $85

This silky, weightless eye cream visibly firms, brightens and hydrates to recover a more youthful appearance. Formulated with Retinol to visibly improve the appearance of firmness and skin texture, and BioRetinols, natural ingredients that mimic the effects of retinol but with less sensitivity, for the delicate eye area. Unique gold applicator tip feels cool on contact, provides targeted application, and flexes to allow for massaging product around eye area. Can also be used on the upper brow area.

Kate Somerville +Retinol Vita C Power Serum $98

Uniquely formulated with anti-aging superstars retinol and vitamin C, this silky, weightless face serum acts like an incredibly rejuvenating power nap to refresh dull, tired skin while you sleep. The ultimate power couple, retinol supports the look of firmness and texture while it smooths lines and wrinkles, and L-ascorbic acid—the purest form of vitamin C—helps dramatically brighten and even skin tone. Added plant extracts and antioxidants help neutralize free radicals that can contribute to premature aging.

Kate Somerville +Retinol Vitamin C Moisturizer $90

This triple-threat skin reset resurfaces, firms, and brightens skin during sleep. The nighttime formula combines gold-standard rejuvenating ingredients with nourishing ingredients to deliver powerhouse hydration and brightening while replenishing dehydrated skin.

GOLDEN BODY

FENTY BEAUTY BY RIHANNA Body Lava Body Luminizer $59