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OPI Nail Lacquer Review

OPI Nail Lacquer Review
Overall rating from 922 reviews so far:
4.5/5
Would use it again?
4.5/5
Did it do what it said it would?
4.5/5
Would recommend it to a friend?
4.5/5

 

OPI Nail Lacquer - ]giving long lasting professional colour.

Website www.globalbeauty.co.nz

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OPI Nail Lacquer Review

OPI Nail Lacquer Review

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
15th March, 2015
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Go to Nail enamel !

I am a huge fan of OPI nail enamels and have quite an array of colours. I love that they are easy to apply and that they have a nice brush that covers a wide area of my nail so it only takes me a few brushes to cover my nail surface. I also like that when you take the brush out of the polish container it always comes out with just the right amount of polish. I don't have issues with a lot of excess product and it doesn't go gluggy.

I love the glass bottles and that there is nice opening at the top of the bottle and the range of colours are amazing ! Not to mention some of the crazy names that they have.

I find that the nail enamel last days before it cracks and chips. I also like the smell is not to overbearing and that just standard nail polish removes it easily.

Tips: If you would like to prolong the wear of your nail enamel I would recommend a base and top coat.

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Overall rating:
4.7/5
21st March, 2015
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Bottles Galore

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.

Tips: Be bold and creative <3

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Overall rating:
4.0/5
23rd March, 2015
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Great range of colours

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.

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Overall rating:
4.0/5
30th March, 2015
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My favourite!

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.

Tips: Make sure you prepare your nails by cleaning, buffing, and applying a base coat first. This will make the polish last a lot longer.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
30th March, 2015
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O.P.I Nail Lacquer

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.

Tips: For a work appropriate pink nail polish, I use OPI Don't Burst My Bubble. Its a half opaque light pink that makes my nails look healthy. A good friend was horrified I didn't have a femme fatale red and gave me a mini of OPI Big Apple Red that I promptly bought a full bottle of. Being a 90s child - I found that OPI Lincoln Park After Dark is the perfect vampy dark purple.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
1st April, 2015
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This polish is Elephantastic!

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.

Tips: Keep your nail polish in the fridge for a better consistency for applying.

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Overall rating:
4.0/5
1st April, 2015
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Depends on the colour and the collection.

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.

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Overall rating:
3.0/5
3rd April, 2015
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Easily chipped

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.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
10th April, 2015
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Great Polish

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

Tips: For me the best top coat to use with opi polishes is by formula x sold at Sephora

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
14th April, 2015
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Favourite Favourite Favourite!

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.

Tips: Use a matte top coat as a basecoat for lighter shades to help make them opaque quicker and apply less streaky (OPI Alpine Snow, I am looking at you)

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