A luxury anti-ageing cream reportedly favoured by Catherine, Princess of Wales has been heavily discounted, with shoppers able to buy it for £85 - down from its usual £750 price tag. The Bee Venom and Placenta 24 Carat Gold Ultimate Creme from Rodial has developed a cult following, thanks to its premium ingredients and bold claims around skin rejuvenation. While it typically sits firmly in the high-end beauty bracket, the moisturiser is currently available at a significantly reduced price through the brand’s lesser-known online outlet store.
Beauty fans have described the cream as 'the bomb', and although it remains an investment purchase, the reduced price marks a substantial saving compared with its usual recommended retail price. Infused with 24-carat gold, the Bee Venom and Placenta 24 Carat Gold Ultimate Creme has been formulated to smooth and brighten the appearance of skin while targeting 10 visible signs of ageing. The silicone-free formula combines some of Rodial’s most concentrated anti-ageing complexes to help tackle fine lines, wrinkles, uneven tone and enlarged pores.
Key Ingredients and Benefits
The product uses a blend of bee venom, vitamin C and placenta protein to support skin smoothing and firmness, while nano peptides encased in gold aim to promote a more youthful-looking complexion. It is designed to be gently massaged into a cleansed face and neck during both morning and evening skincare routines.
Customer Reviews
Despite its premium positioning, the cream has built up strong customer feedback, with an average rating of 4.7 out of five stars from more than 230 reviews on Rodial’s website. Many users report visible improvements in hydration, texture and overall skin appearance.
One shopper said: "Seriously the best moisturiser that I've found, I have tried many top rated. It keeps my skin hydrated, tightened and reduces lines. I'm very satisfied at 71." Another wrote: "Noticed the difference in my skin straight away, my fine lines seem much improved. Love the texture of the moisturiser and it soaked into my skin without leaving stickiness. I am not that keen on the smell but it's not awful. Would definitely buy again and recommend. Looking forward to seeing the difference after four to six weeks of use."
A third added: "I have always used 'high-end' (expensive) skincare. But I have never noticed such dramatic results in just a few days with any other product. My skin feels so much more hydrated and brighter. I use it morning and evening. It is a good base for makeup as it absorbs so well. I have reacted to some other products but have no issues with this."
However, not all feedback has been entirely positive. One reviewer gave the product three stars, saying there was 'lots of excess product on the face after absorption' and describing it as 'a very rich cream, too rich for me'. Others were more enthusiastic, with one customer writing: "The absolute bomb. This is an amazing product and a little goes a long way, so very cost effective too. People genuinely think I'm 10 years younger. Got to be happy with that."
Other Discounted Beauty Products
If you want to cross-shop for major luxury beauty discounts, other retailers have launched massive clearance events online. Over at Debenhams, the London Botanical Laboratories Bakuchiol Christmas Gift Set has been cut by a staggering 96%, down from £145 to just £44.23. Additionally, the dr. Eve Ryouth Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid Day and Night Anti-Aging Gift Set is on sale for £39.99 instead of its usual £175. At Sephora, the Smooth Skin Sailing Blur & Hydrate Kit is currently available for £18, reduced from £36, offering another option for those looking to refresh their skincare routine without paying full price.
More Rodial Discounts
The Ultimate Crème is just one of several discounted products available through the Rodial outlet. The Rose Gold Serum has been cut from £190 to £100. The lightweight formula is designed to hydrate and lift the skin, using gold-infused technology to improve firmness and deliver a radiant finish. For those looking for a more affordable option, the Pink Diamond Cleansing Balm has been reduced from £55 to £34. The indulgent balm works to break down makeup and the daily build-up of impurities with an expert blend of skin-conditioning oils to help keep skin soft and supple.
A hefty saving is also available on the Dragon's Blood Kit, now priced at £145, down from £205. The kit delivers an intensive boost of hydration with three multi-benefit essentials from the iconic Dragon’s Blood range. Packed with hyaluronic acid, squalane, niacinamide and soothing Dragon’s Blood extract, the formulas work to calm, protect and replenish the skin barrier.
Prices correct at time of publishing.
