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Metallics refuse to take a back seat, and this summer is no exception. Gold and bronze warm up complexions fresh out of hibernation. Why, some concoctions even have bits of gold floating in them.
1. Estee Lauder Nail Lacquer Bronze Goddess
$36 for 9ml
Show-all sandals demand a decent pedicure. This soft, upbeat bronze has the spirit of St Tropez about it. It works equally well on fingers.
From selected department stores and pharmacies.
2. Redken All Soft Gold Glimmer Perfecting Shine Treatment
$35 for 50ml
For hair as soft as cashmere, don't go past the All Soft range, especially now it has the Silk Luxe Complex with avocado oil and olive oil among other ingredients. Shine is a walkover with this leave-in gold-flecked gelee. Perfect on dry hair that needs a hit of immediate frizz control.
From selected hair salons.
3. Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Gold Ultra Restorative Capsules
$119 for 60 capsules
Self-medication is entirely acceptable when it's these little capsules. Each of these gold-coloured babies delivers a single dose of Arden's special CLX Complex to improve skin tone, support collagen levels for a firmer look and help minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
From selected department stores and pharmacies.
4. Clinique Up-Lighting Liquid Illuminator Bronze
$56 for 30ml
Can't decide what's the best thing about this. It could be the pretty warm, golden bronze colour, the sheerness of the highlighter or the healthy beach flush it gives. But I think it's the special soft focus optics that minimise your flaws. Perfect for a little bit of contouring and a healthy glow.
From selected department stores and pharmacies from November.
5. Linden Leaves Gold Gift Set
$50
Reckless use of 23 carat gold flakes is one way to make you rich. This lovely set contains a body oil, a facial spray mist and a gold soap. Bling it on.
From selected department stores, gift stores or www.lindenleaves.com
