London Calling

The 2012 London Olympics are almost here, so we've rounded up our favorite British beauty products and trends, since it's no secret that the Brits know beauty! We have so many reasons to love London, from "Kate and William" to UK products like Butter London nail lacquer. Butter London is paying homage to its hometown by releasing a special "Olympic Heavy Metal collection." Gold is the goal for an athlete, but in this case the bronze, silver, and gold colors are all equally shiny and pretty. And remember, you can always mix metallics, so there's nothing wrong with wearing 'em all at once.

Bye Bye Mascara...

Fierce eyelashes are a must-have accessory for sexy, HOT summer fun!  Swanky poolside cabana parties and bonfires on the beach are so fab, but let’s be honest, mascara can quickly turn into a hot mess when temperatures rise. BE Polished lash bar menu features everything from brow and lash tint, to false lashes and lash extensions. For $20, the Glam-o-Rama gets you temporary false lash application. Take it a step further with semi-permanent lash extensions, individually attached to your own lashes that will last up to three weeks, priced at $195. Add on brow shaping and waxing for $15, or a lash extension refill for $65. BE Polished is a stylish, ultra-feminine haven of solitude when you need it the most. And when you’re in the mood to be social, invite the girls for a glamorous, summer spa party. The nail lounge and lash bar is designed to open up and host a variety of custom events, including bridal parties, birthday parties and fundraisers. http://www.bepolishedstudio.com/

Twinkle Toes

BE Dazzle your feet...when it comes to nail fashion, high voltage sparkle for the toes is a must have this Summer.  Glitter gel will have your toes ready for holidays at the beach or those fabulous designer sandals you have been waiting to wear this season. Long wearing, no dry time and no chipping, glitter gel lasts for up to four weeks on your toes.  We love mermaid greens, passionate purples and bronzed metallics.

Got Minx?

With the anticipated arrival of Summer, all of us at BE Polished have been obsessed with the fashion world of nails! Yes, Gel polish or “Shallac” seem to be the latest and greatest and we do love the 14-day manicure with no dry time or chipping, but if you haven't heard about Minx, here is the scoop:  Minx is a polymer sticker, nail design that is applied to your natural nail with a special heat lamp process. We like to think of it as wallpaper for your nails (without the icky glue!). Minx has been around for several years but it is getting more attention now that so many of us are trying to get away from artifical, chemical-laden nail treatments. Forget nail polish, the best way to decorate your digits are by rocking some designer nail art with Minx. Many celebrities like Katy Perry, Alexa Chung, Beyoncé and Rihanna are leading the way with unique nail designs and "green" alternatives to polish....It’s no wonder they are quickly becoming a beauty must-have. Minx designs will last up to two weeks on your hands and up to four weeks on the toes. Unlike nail polish, they won’t chip or stain the nail, and there is no dry time required. The best part is that Minx is removed like traditional polish....no extra time required to get the product off your nails. Choose to embellish your nails with a vast choice of styles that can’t be achieved with regular polish. Hundreds of designs include metallic golds, silver, stripes, hippie flowers and animal prints.