MUA Nail Constellations in 'Libra'

MUA Nail Constellation in Libra - £3

When the whole caviar/beaded nails trend popped up, I have to say I was keen to try it. Then followed all the drama about not being able to call it 'caviar nails' unless you had used a specific polish, and it kind of put me off.

I did try experimenting with some DIY beaded nails with beads from eBay, but it failed miserably.

I knew it wouldn't be long until the likes of MUA brought out their own bead product for nails. Their new Nail Constellation range is rather brilliant. I brought myself the pot of beads in 'Libra' as, funnily enough, that is my starsign (and it's my birthday on Saturday). The beads are black with the odd fleck of metallic blue, which I really like.


I was really surprised at how mess and fuss free these were. I simply painted my nail, laid down a piece of paper to catch the excess beads and poured them out. The tube has this handy nozzle that you can use to direct the beads. It did keep getting blocked up, which was a bit annoying, but after a few shakes it was fine. The beads settle nicely on the wet nail polish and I really like the finished effect.

I'm not sure I would do every nail in this, but an accent nail does look great. For £3, this product is a real bargain. Another hit for MUA! I'd definitely be up for trying the other shades out.