Liquid gold for your face! Why a beauty buy is flying off the shelves: ‘A luxurious day spa in a bottle’

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If there’s one ingredient to try this summer, it’s that deer milk – the ‘liquid gold’ of skin care.

New Zealand brand Kotia has shaken up the beauty industry best-selling Moisturizing Day Cream SPF15 – with shoppers enthusiastic about the ‘game-changing’ formula that makes their skin feel firmer, smoother and fuller.

The facial cream Clinically proven to increase hydration by 99 percent and improve skin barrier function in just 24 hours, with customers reporting seeing a noticeable reduction in fine lines, wrinkles and signs of aging.

What does the dermatologically tested formula special in a saturated market is the hero ingredient: the world’s first skin care made with 100 percent pure New Zealand deer milk.

According to science, deer milk contains an impressive number of antioxidants, nutrients and anti-inflammatories, such as vitamin A, folic acid, vitamin E and vitamin D3 – all of which have been shown to help protect the skin and prevent lines and wrinkles.

The skincare ingredient was discovered by chance in Aotearoa after Dianne, one of the fanciers working with the deer, noticed her hands becoming smoother, softer and more youthful – despite years of hard work on the farm destroying her skin.

The moisturizer is now on sale for $59, normally $70. Daily Mail Australia readers get an additional 15 percent off with the discount code: GLOW15.

The deeply moisturizing formula is so popular that it won the coveted ‘Best Nourishing Day Cream’ at the prestigious 2024 Prevention Beauty Awards.

The brand’s clinical findings show that women saw positive results after 28 days of consistent use of the drug cream.

Suitable for those who have difficulty finding a… moisturizer that ‘is neither too rich nor too light’, according to the Moisturizing Day Cream with SPF15 ‘lands exactly in the middle’.

The deer milkthe brand’s unique form of retinol, has the highest fat, protein and amino acid content of any milk available.

It is also an excellent source of calcium, phosphorus and zinc.

The Moisturizing day cream can be purchased individually or as part of a bundle.

For those looking to overhaul their skincare routine, the Glow-Getter Bundle for $149, normally $280, including the Moisturizing day cream, Regenerating night cream, Revitalizing hand and nail cream, Purifying toner and two face masks.

Fans of the brand have given ‘holy grail’ day cream a five-star rating, with shoppers the formula as ‘luxury day spa in a bottle’.

Many revealed the moisturizer is an ‘absolute must-have’, while others raved that it has been part of their daily skincare routine for years.

‘Kotia moisturizer is a spa day in a bottle. It’s luxurious and keeps my skin beautifully hydrated,” one person said.

‘I threw away my old moisturizer for this An. My skin is noticeably more hydrated and to be honest, I was very skeptical but completely converted,” said another.

‘Radiant skin in a bottle. I’ve tried countless moisturizers, but this one really stands out. It’s lightweight yet incredibly moisturizing. My skin feels soft and supple and it has helped reduce my dry patches. This is now a regular part of my skincare routine,” one person added.

‘A game changer. Who would have thought that deer milk could be so tasty? I’ve never experienced such intense hydration from a moisturizer,” another revealed.

Kotia has now won 11 awards for its popular skincare range, and it’s no surprise why many customers love the products.

‘I’ve tried everything Kotia range now and it’s the best skin care I’ve ever used – and I’ve tried a lot. I’m in my 30s and have normal to dry skin and it feels so much healthier since using Kotia,” said one customer.

‘The Kotia skin care line is literally the best ever. I’ve always strived to take good care of my skin, so I’ve tried all kinds of products, from affordable to ridiculously expensive. I can say that these products really deliver results and are worth every penny. I’ve been using them for two years now and I don’t want anything else. I recommend everyone give them a try, and you will be amazed at the results.’ another shared.

Natalie Wiltshire, co-owner of Kotia Skincarein addition to the brand’s best-selling products

Known for its science-backed skincare range, the brandOur farms operate a safe, harmonious and regulated milking process designed to ensure the animals are in a stress-free environment.

‘Our milking process is designed to be fast, gentle and efficient and typically takes just 90 seconds – significantly less than that for cows’ Kotia said on its website.

‘We have observed that does respond more positively to female handlers, and where possible we use female milking hands to further ensure a calm and gentle process.

‘Our does produce an abundance of milk, so there is always more than enough for their fawns, even after milking.’

The does and fawns live in the farm’s best pastures and enjoy a nutrient-rich diet that keeps them healthy and thriving.

To purchase Kotia’s Glow Getter Bundle, click here.