Home / LifestyleSupermodel splashes out on liquid gold facialAAP3 Apr, 2014 09:40 PMQuick ReadSubscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require a Premium subscription. Subscribe now to listen.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Sign in hereListening to articles is free for open-access content—explore other articles or learn more about text-to-speech.SaveShareShare this articleCopy LinkEmailFacebookTwitter/XLinkedInRedditSupermodel Bar Refaeli likes to experiment with new beauty treatments. Photo / Creative CommonsSupermodel Bar Refaeli likes to experiment with new beauty treatments. Photo / Creative CommonsSupermodel Bar Refaeli has splashed out on a one-of-a-kind facial by covering her face in 24-carat liquid gold.The 28-year-old has tried the new anti-ageing beauty treatment, which is gaining popularity among wealthy celebrities.Refaeli posted a photo of herself on Instagram showing her face dripping with the expensive liquid.The gold Bee Venom Facial costs US$1,600 (that's nearly NZ$2000), according to MarieClaire.co.uk.AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.This isn't the first time Refaeli has tried out unusual pampering procedures - in December, she shared a snap of herself receiving a "vampire facial", which involves drawing blood before massaging it back into the skin to help tackle wrinkles.Follow Life & Style on Twitter and Facebook.- WENNSaveShareShare this articleCopy LinkEmailFacebookTwitter/XLinkedInRedditLatest from LifestyleLifestyleAussie host on fairytale wedding to soccer star and NZ escapeLifestyleAuckland Council investigating controversial inner-city cafe after apparent closureLifestyleSmooth, simple, refreshing: The art of homemade cold-brew coffeeSponsoredSponsored: What have you missed? Tips and tricks for home DIY AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.