OPI Nail Lacquer Review

O.P.I nail polish are one of my favourite nail polishes to use! I like the creamy formula, how most of them dry or 'set' almost instantly and most of all, the variety of colours they offer! for every single skin tone, occasion, trend and however you're feeling at the time :P Most of the O.P.I colours do look the same in my opinion, like the reds! I can never tell the difference between some of them! I like the more pastel, creamy, nude colours and although nudes are the hardest colours for me to put on without the streak marks O.P.I makes it easy for me with the great combination of the formula and the brush :)

Although they are a bit pricey sitting at $24.90 each you can get them cheaper online or they do quite often go on special :)

I am a complete OPI fanatic.

98% of the polishes I own are OPI and I am rarely (if ever!) disappointed.

The shades are beauuutiful with so many options for all skin tones and all tastes. Great range of shades within colours too, eg. huge range of pinks, nudes, grey's, etc.

The brush on the OPI polishes are my favourite of all time, with the wide brushes making application quick, easy, and tidy. You can coat an entire nail in two swipes, three for a thumb, and most colours apply evenly without streaking.

They are on the pricey side, but Farmers and Chemists often do deals and discounts so definitely hold out for those as they pop up frequently and are worth waiting for. Plus you can then get several at a time :)

Also I love how they keep their main range (which is huge) and constantly bring out new collections - OPI never gets boring and constantly brings out new shades and finishes.

I love opi for the quick dry time, great brush, wear time and formula. Only downside is the price which is between $8-12 especially for newly released colors. You can find older colors/collections online for under $8

I had seen OPI in so many shops and heard so much about it for months. I admired the colours and the range of choice, but refused to pay nearly $20 for one bottle of nail polish. However when it was selling for $10 a bottle at a makeup sale, I decided to give it a go. I chose some amazing colours (the colour range is my favourite part about OPI), and I was so excited to get home and give myself a manicure. Applying the polish was easy, it went on like a dream and the brush spread the polish evenly, but thickly (which is how I like it for a good even coat). I tried layering a couple of colours for a feature nail and sat back and admired my new look. However, the next morning I washed my hair in the shower and the polish was already beginning to chip! Washing some dishes that night I lost some more. I have since used OPI several ore times, with similar results and become disillusioned by this product. However, a really good quality top coat will improve the stickability of this product. I have put Revlon colurstay diamond top coat over OPI and the colour lasted for about a week which I was quite impressed with. I would use OPI again, but only with a decent top coat, otherwise I feel like I am wasting my time.

On a whole these are very high quality nail polishes. However do your research before purchasing a colour. For me personally, I've noticed that Pink Friday and Fly (Nicki Minaj series) are not very good (gloopy and sticky) and they dry out and change texture very easily and don't have a very long shelf life in general. This doesn't work well with the brush size. The gelly/glossier colours seem to do better. I would still recommend them but there are definitely better brands out there.

This OPI nail polish in the shade 'Elephant-tastic' is a fun, bright, popping pink, perfect to compliment and accessorise any summer outfit/occassion. I love this colour as it can be quite casual but has the finish to also work for events. It goes on well and has a perfect finish after three light coats. It dries pretty fast and lasts for a lot longer than other nail polishes I have tried. Would definitely recumbent this colour to anyone who likes fun pink shades.

I have a rather large collection of nail polish and OPI represents a third of my hoard! The great thing about OPIs is their large range of colours and even better are the collections they release throughout the year. Since they have such a large range, you can easily find a work appropriate pink, date night red or sparkly gold for New Years.

They also wear (mostly, some pigments will always chip more than others) like iron on me. I can get over a week's worth of wear - but this is also due to figuring out a base and top coat combo that works. OPI have also started releasing different types of polish, such as OPI GelColor and in the future, OPI Color Paints for blending your own.

I am in love with OPI polishes. To begin with the price put me off a little bit, but then I tried one out and OPI is now one of the only polishes l'll use.

The colour range is extensive, varied and fun and with when applied to clean, buffed nails with a base and top coat it lasts for days longer than most cheaper nail polishes. This is a huge plus for me as I work in early childhood, so I wash my hands about 20 times a day.

I own quite a few OPI nail enamels. I find the colours are amazing and quite different to other brands. The names are clever and imaginative. I alway use a base coat no matter what brand I am using and 2 coats of colour. Then a top coat to finish. I do find the tips of my nails wear off and it will chip easily. I'm not sure if it is because it is thick but it is very annoying as it takes a while to dry. I have found cheaper brands actually last longer which is a shame because OPI is quite expensive.

I have developed a slight addiction to OPI since I first encounted them a couple of years ago. It started with just one... it always does... now my collection is out of control. I have to say that I love the collections they bring out and the names of them are cute and funny. The bottles are robust... one has survived a drop with out consequence but I wouldn't want to risk a second fall... just in case. The brushes make the polishes apply smoothly and effortlessly with great spread and less lines.

I find the pigmentation is great (shade depending) and one coat will give an sheer coverage, and two usually enough to give bottle true tone (alpine white and The It shade of yellow may require 3 for instance).

The formulation dries fast and hardens well (although number of coats used will slow the process). Doesn't chip as easily as some other polishes and if maintained well can last up to a week (maintain by adding a fresh clear coat every 2nd day).

I love the range of colours and types of OPI, everything from textures and shimmers to chunky glitters and Matte; there really is such a huge range.

My favourite shades to date are: Alpine Snow Black Onyx Dutch ya just Love OPI and Black Cherry Chutney Oh and the Matte top coat because it literally doubles your nail polish collection.

Least Favourite bottle is "I juggle Men" it really has No staying power and crazed after a day... wrecking the great job I had underneath it. Was highly disappointed with this but is the only one I have ever found that has done it.