gold has been recognized for its luxurious and beautifying properties. Historians have long maintained that Cleopatra used pure gold as a tool to maintain youthful skin by reportedly sleeping in a gold mask every night. In ancient Rome, gold salves were used for the treatment of a variety of skin problems. In ancient Chinese medicine gold was a key to youth, as the queen of the Ch’ing dynasty used a gold massage roller on her face every day. These gold facials are also being touted as being based on the ancient Indian healing art of Ayurveda and are said to firm the skin, give it a glow and reduce wrinkles.

Gold-based facial spa treatments may be found in California, Georgia, Texas, New York, and New Jersey with prices starting at $175 for a sixty minute treatment. The benefits of gold reportedly include:

* Gold slows down collagen depletion and the breakdown of elastin to prevent sagging skin. It stimulates cellular growth of the basal layer to regenerate healthy, firm skin cells and provide a tightening effect.
* Reduces the Appearance of Fine Lines and Wrinkles.
* Reduces the Appearance of Sun Damage and Age Spots: Since 1929 Gold has been successfully used to treat rheumatoid arthritis by reducing inflammation. Gold's anti-inflammatory properties also decrease skin inflammation, thereby slowing down melanin secretion and reducing age spots.
* Gold fights off damaging free radicals to help prevent premature aging of the skin.

Answered by Jitendra , an ibibo Master, at 2:16 AM on October 07, 2008

A pack of 5 plastic jars containing Nature's Gold Cleanser, Nature's Gold Scrub, Nature's Gold Cream, Nature's Gold Gel & Nature's Gold Pack.

Nature's Gold Cleanser:

* This cream-based cleanser has special properties of Gold Dust and Peppermint Oil which give a deep-cleansing effect while maintaining the softness of the skin
* Its cleansing action balances the PH of the skin
* The added aroma oils have a soothing effect on the skin
* It contains Gold Dust, Groundnut Oil & Peppermint Oil

Nature's Gold Scrub:

* This is a ready-to-use Gold Dust based facial scrub which helps clean the dead skin cells
* Softens blackheads & offers deep-pore cleansing
* Its creamy base does not allow natural moisture to get depleted while scrubbing. Its soft granules scrub the skin layer without being harsh on the skin
* It contains Lemon Oil, Orange Oil & Cedarwood Oil

Nature's Gold Cream:

* This cream is especially developed to give the skin a better & lasting metallic look with Gold Dust
* The added nourishing oils offer deep skin conditioning & softness to the skin
* Gentle massage with this cream imparts a youthful, shiny texture & smooth tone to the skin
* Is ideal for normal, dry skin, dehydrated or rough skin texture
* It contains Wheat Germ Oil, Almond Oil & Lavender Oil

Nature's Gold Gel:

* The Gold Gel is the right mix of metallic Gold Dust, Mineral Water & Aromatic moisturizer
* It is suitable for facial massage for normal to oily skin types or sensitive skin type
* It contains Gold Dust, Lavender Oil & purified water

Nature's Gold Pack:

* Gold Pack is a moisturizing face pack which improves the skin texture
* Boosts skin renewal & hydration
* Added aroma oils add shine & luster to the skin
* Also counteracts aging signs due to dry skin
* It also contains Sesame Oil, Orange Oil, Lemon Grass Oil, Lavender Oil

Benefits:

* Makes skin young & beautiful
* Helps cover blemishes
* Minimizes the visible signs of age
* Removes toxins; regenerates healthy, new skin cells
* Makes the colour tone of the skin radiant & beautiful
* Gold Pack & Gold Scrub tightens your skin & brings out an amazing golden glow & natural fairness
* Recommended for all skin types

Answered by Uttam , an ibibo Master, at 12:02 PM on October 05, 2008

Just when you thought a facial couldn't be any more of a luxury, spas have come up with a gold-leaf process which recreates the golden mask of Cleopatra except it is designed for today’s woman.

Throughout history, gold has been recognized for its luxurious and beautifying properties. Historians have long maintained that Cleopatra used pure gold as a tool to maintain youthful skin by reportedly sleeping in a gold mask every night. In ancient Rome, gold salves were used for the treatment of a variety of skin problems. In ancient Chinese medicine gold was a key to youth, as the queen of the Ch’ing dynasty used a gold massage roller on her face every day. These gold facials are also being touted as being based on the ancient Indian healing art of Ayurveda and are said to firm the skin, give it a glow and reduce wrinkles.

Gold-based facial spa treatments may be found in California, Georgia, Texas, New York, and New Jersey with prices starting at $175 for a sixty minute treatment. The benefits of gold reportedly include:

* Gold slows down collagen depletion and the breakdown of elastin to prevent sagging skin. It stimulates cellular growth of the basal layer to regenerate healthy, firm skin cells and provide a tightening effect.
* Reduces the Appearance of Fine Lines and Wrinkles.
* Reduces the Appearance of Sun Damage and Age Spots: Since 1929 Gold has been successfully used to treat rheumatoid arthritis by reducing inflammation. Gold's anti-inflammatory properties also decrease skin inflammation, thereby slowing down melanin secretion and reducing age spots.
* Gold fights off damaging free radicals to help prevent premature aging of the skin.

Answered by Sonu , an ibibo Master, at 6:32 PM on October 03, 2008

This facial makes use of creams containing 24-Carat pure gold, which penetrates the skin easily. It is a powerful rejuvenating treatment. Gold has a powerful effect on lymphatic drainage, facilitating the removal of toxins and wastes. This accelerates the regeneration of new cells. Masks, containing gold, are also applied. The gold facial helps to restore youthful qualities, like softness, smoothness, elasticity, resilience and radiance.

Answered by Alok , an ibibo Master, at 11:37 AM on October 03, 2008

Gold (Au) is probably the most famous chemical element around the world. If you ask around, not many people will tell you they never heard of it.

For many centuries, it's been used as currency, before the invention of paper money (which was made because of the lack of gold), in jewelry, and in many industry areas. It's still considered the basis for the monetary standard and it's universally traded around the world.

The main ingredients are gold cream and gold gel. These contain 24 carat gold, aloevera, wheat germ oil and sandalwood. The gold facial helps to improve blood circulation, skin elasticity, rejuvenates the skin and helps in delaying the formation of lines and wrinkles.

Besides its use in jewelry, it's also widespread in dentistry, in photography,
and its high conductivity in electricity has made it even more precious in electronic components, like the connectors of the more expensive electronics cables, such as audio, video and USB cables.

The latest use of this extremely multivalent metal is in the health sector. The Chinese beauty treatment company Umosen has development a facial treatment which basically applies 24 karat gold onto the patient's face.

Answered by NIVEDITA , an ibibo Master, at 10:19 AM on October 03, 2008

The concept of gold facial is deemed to be based on Ayurveda and acts as a powerful anti ageing treatment. So for a sparkling smooth skin, without wrinkles, check out the Gold facial details given below.

Gold facial is available at only selected beauty clinics and saloons as it is quite costly. It is a unique treatment, which involves special methods of massage and application. The main ingredients of the facial are gold cream and gold gel. These contain 24 carat gold, aloe-vera, wheat germ oil and sandalwood. Moreover, it is available for benefiting both dry and oily skin types. Once again, Gold facial has given the researchers an opportunity to explore the medicinal properties of the multifaceted metal Gold.

Answered by Seema , an ibibo Master, at 9:53 AM on October 03, 2008

Gold facial:
This is a clinical treatment and uses special methods of massage. The treatment encourages lymphatic drainage and removal of wastes and toxins. The main ingredients are gold cream and gold gel. These contain 24 carat gold, aloevera, wheat germ oil and sandalwood. The gold facial helps to improve blood circulation, skin elasticity, rejuvenates the skin and helps in delaying the formation of lines and wrinkles.

Answered by Ravi Dahiya , an ibibo Advisor, at 7:29 AM on October 03, 2008

Gold is known to be one of the softest metals, which is readily absorbed by the skin. Thus, Gold facial is primarily preferred for reducing file lines on the face and to prevent ageing. Given below are some of the benefits of Gold facial. Penetrates the skin and has revitalizing and rejuvenating effects. Facilitates removal of toxins and wastes. Assists lymphatic drainage. Improves blood circulation, enhances skin elasticity, accelerates cell renewal, reverses oxidation damage.

Answered by Ajay Chawla , an ibibo Master, at 2:49 AM on October 03, 2008