You can always rely onGwyneth Paltrowto spread the joy and when it came to her 48th birthday she didn't disappoint. Taking to Instagram, Gwyneth shared a very candid snap of herself casually posing side-on in front of a tree in her 'birthday suit'. The real dazzler in this picture? Gwyneth Paltrow's megawatt smile.
Sure, it's the 'OMG Gwyneth Paltrow is naked!' aspect that will likely hit most headlines the world over but, for us, what shines from this picture is carefree confidence. Gwyneth's caption read, 'In nothing but my birthday suit today...thank you all so much for the birthday wishes and thank you to @goop's insanely amazing brand new body butter for making me think I can still get my kit off. #goopgenes.' Two points to note here guys. Firstly, we can all get our kit off and happily snap away at any point in our lives - add a huge happy smile into the mix and results will always, yes_always_be beautiful. Secondly, Gwyneth just dropped a beauty product recommendation in and barely anyone noticed! Time to do some investigating...
The Body Butter Gwyneth Used Pre Naked Instagram Snap
Goop have just launched a brand new body butter called GoopGenes Nourishing Repair Body Butter and, evidently, Gwyneth Paltrow is obsessed. Her Instagram credit infers that she applied this new beauty gem just before stripping off to her birthday suit, and if it's good enough for Gwyneth...!
The body butter is described as having a 'rich and luxurious' texture that combines nourishing cupuaçu, bacuri and shea butters alongside a botanical line-up of ingredients. It's said to smell citrusy and - the best part - hydrate dry skin for up to 72 hours. Now, obviously we'll be showering multiple times in that 72 hour window but hey - we're here for the claims!
Sadly, right now, the body butter is only available in the US but don't despair - Cult Beauty recently announced they will be stocking Gwyneth's Goop range to much elation here in the UK. It's likely we'll see this latest addition join their digital shelves some time soon .
Shop: Some Of The Best Beauty Buys On Goop
10 Best Buys On Goop
1 of 10Goop This Smells Like My Orgasm Candle, £75
After the success of 'This Smells Like My Vagina Candle', Gwynnie went on to launch another candle and this time it smells like her orgasm with tart grapefruit, neroli, and ripe cassis berries. Described as 'sexy, surprising, and wildly addictive'.
2 of 10GOOPGENES All-in-One Super Nutrient Face Oil, £86
Not a fan of facial oils? You haven't tried GoopGenes face oil. Packed with 9 potent oils (including bakuchiol, vitamin C superfood and organic amla), the luxurious formula smooths skin, bolsters glow and locks in hydration. Triple tick!
3 of 10G.Tox Himalayan Salt Scalp Scrub Shampoo, £38
This bad boy is designed to be used as a shampoo, no repeat necessary, and followed up with conditioner. The Himalayan salts dissolve as you use it, so it nourishes your scalp (with cold pressed moringa oil too) while it whips away product residue to promote better growth. What a corker.
4 of 10Jillian Dempsey Gold Sculpting Bar, £179
This truly is a luxury buy, it's plated in 24 carat gold! A-list facialist Jilian Dempsey famously uses this on her clients pre-red carpet, Gwyneth herself popped it on her Instagram stories while using it to get ready for the Golden Globes this year. The tool vibrates to boost its massaging effect, and aids lymphatic drainage as it goes, to reduce puffiness.
5 of 10Mobot Black Foam Roller Water Bottle Big Bertha 40oz, £55
It's a water bottle (a pretty banging looking one at that) AND a foam roller! We're a tiny bit obsessed. You can stay hydrated and ease out those areas of muscle tension with a single buy. Mind. Blown.
6 of 10Fur Stubble Cream, £35
No, it might not be the most glamorous thing in the world to consider buying, but we'd say a cream that instantly soothes skin and helps to ward off ingrowing hairs, razor burns and waxing rashes is worthy of a fair bit of respect.
7 of 10Nécessaire The Sex Gel, £19
Have you ever seen a more chic looking bottle of lube? We think not. This water-based gel made with organic aloe vera is less about the 'teenage boy with a sock' look, and pertains more to the sexy Parisian vibe. We're here for it.
8 of 10Smile Makers The Tennis Coach Vibrator, £39.95
Yes, Goop sells vibrators. Check this one out. It's part of a range comprised of equally modern and discreet designs of different shapes, and the names are inspired. Here we have 'The Tennis Coach' and the range also includes 'The Millionaire', 'The Frenchman' and 'The Fireman'. Which one are you drawn to...?
9 of 10Megababe Thigh Rescue, £13
Made with aloe vera and pomegranate seed extract, this soothing balm helps to alleviate irritation caused by chafing, making it perfect for those plagued by inner thigh chafing, or anyone who's a regular runner, biker, you name it. Bravo Goop, an inspired addition.
10 of 10Sun Potion Mucuna Pruriens, £43
Dubbed on its packaging the 'Dopamine Bean', this supplement is linked to many different types of ancient medicine, one of which is Ayurveda. Some of its effects are linked to mood. It's believed to help improve motivation and boost energy. We'll take some of that please.