RAINBOW DUST - SHIMMER DUST
Shimmer Dust Metallic Signature Gold
Pearlescent food powder with a metallic effect, intense gold
Shimmer Dust Metallic Signature Gold is an ultra-fine pearlescent food powder by Rainbow Dust, in an intense metallic gold. Apply it dry with a brush for an immediate lustrous finish, or dilute it in a neutral food-grade alcohol to create a shiny edible paint. With no noticeable smell or taste, it is suitable for high-end finishes on sugar paste, chocolate, macarons, and dry icings.
Features
Metallic pearlescent
Finish
E172
Colorant
Vegan
Dietary
Uses
- Apply dry with a brush to sugar paste, tempered chocolate, macarons, or dry royal icing for an immediate lustrous gold finish.
- Use as edible paint, diluted with a little neutral food-grade alcohol, for fine lines and intense shine.
- Apply with a brush to the inside of a piping bag before filling, for a two-tone extrusion effect on buttercream.
- Add targeted touches to fresh buttercream by tapping from the brush, for a golden dusting without rubbing the surface.
Please note: work only on dry, firm surfaces for maximum brilliance; on chocolate, wait until it has fully crystallized (surface at 15-18 degrees). Close the jar immediately after use and store in a dry place at room temperature.
Complete technical information
| Brand | Rainbow Dust |
| Range | Shimmer Dust |
| Ingredients | E172 (iron oxides) |
| Allergens | No allergens added by the manufacturer |
| Dietary suitability | Vegan, kosher; halal-compatible (formula, without specific certification) |
| Manufacturing | Rainbow Dust, Preston (United Kingdom), BRC standard |
| Storage | Store in a dry place at room temperature, with the jar tightly closed |
Frequently asked questions
Is this golden powder edible?
Yes, it is a food colorant (E172) designed for surface decoration of edible items, for decorative use only.
Which alcohol should be used for the paint version?
A neutral food-grade alcohol (such as food-grade ethanol at a minimum of 90 degrees). Avoid water, which dulls the shine and causes the pigment to become grainy.
Can it be used on a wedding cake entirely covered in white sugar paste?
Yes, this is one of its most popular uses: applied with a brush to well-dried white fondant, it creates gold lines, lacework, or solid areas without weakening the surface.
Shipping and Delivery
Processing and Delivery Times
- Order Preparation: 0 to 2 working days
- France, Belgium, Germany: 1 to 2 working days
- Europe: 2 to 5 working days
- Click & Collect Osny: 24-48h
Shipping Fees
- FR, BE, DE: based on weight
- Europe: based on country and weight
- Click & Collect Osny: Free
Exact fees are calculated at checkout.
