OPI Nail Lacquer Review

O.P.I have such a fantastic range of colours I can never decide on what colour to choose when I purchase/paint my nails! It is so smooth and easy to apply and comes over just as easily. It doesn't smell that strong which I like as quite a few polishes I have smell quite strong. On the cons list I have the black onyx and it has been gluggy and really thick since the day I purchased it. Don't no what went wrong with that one but that is the only downfall, the rest is great :)

Who doesn't love a sea of colour? I would change my nails every night if I had the time!

I have always liked OPI's bottles with their sleek black lids (unless you get a crackle or other special which often have a pattern). The clear glass bottle allows you to see the colour inside and the brush glides on so I only have myself to blame when I miss my nail completely.

OPI has amazing colours and a HUGE range of products (including magnetic nail polish - what will they think of next!?!?!) with gorgeous names. In case you weren't already in love with that colour let's give it a name like 'Kiss me I'm Brazilian' to seal the deal.

Easy to apply and resonably long wearing the only thing that lets OPI down is the price. So perhaps more of a splash out rather than a weekly purchase (this coming from the girl who has a draw full of OPI)

However if you are going overseas duty free is your friend! They have great deals on OPI and better still..... If you or someone you know is going to america make them fill their bags as it is sooooooooooooooooooo cheap over there!!

One of the main reasons I find myself always returning to OPI nail polishes is the absolutly huge range of colours. If theres something specific that you want, say a colour to match a dress for a special occasion I would much rather spend the money and get an OPI rather than hunt through the stores for hours looking for just the right colour in another brand. Generally I have trouble with nail polishes chipping very quickly after I apply them despite using a top coat and base coat, which is so so frustrating, and I do find that OPI lasts a wee bit longer without the chips than less expensive brands. Despite saying this I find that for the money you spend on an OPI ($24.90) I would want at least four or five days without chipping ideally, which I haven't experienced yet. I will continue to use OPI polishes however as they are one of the better polishes that I've use that are available in NZ and very easy to get in Farmers.

I love the range of colours they have available!

Sadly tho these polishes don't wear well on me and always come off within about 2 days. They take forever to dry so i mostly always end up with a ding in one.

The brush is a good size and makes it very easy to apply. The colour pay off is great !! and i love the look of the bottles all lined up in my collection.

These nail polishes are definitely worth the money if you have it! They go on smoothly and quickly and have a lovely texture. They usually chip less than cheaper brands, but of course this tends to depend on what stuff you do with your hands (used to have a labouring job and there was zero point in painting my nails!). But they are awesome polishes and they definitely last! Also, they often have OPI on sale on sale websites such as grab one and NZ sale for super cheap which is awesome.

I definitely haven't found a brand that beats OPI. They have the best colour range, and I find most colours last really well on my nails. I used to avoid buying it all the time and get cheaper polishes, only to regret my choice instantly! Now I only purchase Revlon fast dry and OPI polishes.

I purchased my first OPI a few years ago after hearing a friend rave on about the brand and got hooked...

There are so many great colours in OPI's range and i love that they bring out 'collections' with colours that all compliment each other. The OPI bottles are a decent size and the brush has really great coverage, only needing 2 swipes to cover your nail (although i usually tend to do 3 as that is how i was taught to do them!) The OPI formula is not too runny so it gives you a great finish after 2 coats and lasts quite well, however i dont really feel like it has any better staying power than other leading nail polish brands. With the $20-$25 price tag i usually only purchase them now if i really like the colour, as i have found a slightly cheaper brand with the same quality. In saying that i do regularly use the ones i have purchased in the past. All in all definitely a great brand that i would have no hesitation in recommending to others!

I love all the shades OPI has! The long range and creative names, but one downside is that they always chips off after 2-3 days. Which is pretty frustrating because I am not good at putting on nail polish, but i love the colours on my nails!

After wanting to try Opi nail polish for ages i finally got one, just 1 to begin with to trial and decide whether they are worth the money or not. I got the color 'Don't pretzel my buttons' which is the most perfect nude shade i've ever seen, really happy with it! Every other nude/ neutral/ natural color nail polish I have is either too pinky or too peachy this one is a pale creamy beige, very clean and sophistced looking color a lot like the color of baylies liqueur.

Considering the general full RRP of Opi nail polish i was expecting the brush to be different to other polishes, for it to be a bit special i guess but it's fairly standard. The brush is slightly flat and does a good enough job of getting into the edges tidily. The formula is what I consider to be ideal for a nail polish, glides on with ease and the finish is neat & solid with 2 coats. I expected this polish to be more chip resistant considering all of the hype over this brand, but it's chipping within a couple of days like any other average polish. (Without top coat that is, get an extra day or so out of it with top coat.)

I will definately buy Opi nail polish again if i happen to see a colour i really like and its no more than $10 but the $25 RRP, no way. While i do think this is great quality polish i have many much more affordable brands of nail poish in my collection that are equaly or nearly as good as Opi.

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.