For anyone wanting a vivid purple manicure, whether built up to full opacity or worn as a lighter, sheerer wash of color. Suitable for home or salon manicures.

Because the crème base is semi-sheer rather than fully opaque in one coat, this shade doubles as either a bold, built-up purple or a softer sheer tint depending on how many coats are applied — more flexible than a fully opaque crème that only really works one way.

Prep nails: push back cuticles, trim and file to shape, buff the surface, and clean with isopropyl alcohol or a nail cleansing solution. Shake the bottle well. Apply Natural Nail Base Coat in a thin layer and let dry 1-2 minutes. Apply Nail Lacquer in thin coats (two to three for full opacity), letting each dry 1-2 minutes. Finish with Top Coat and let dry 1-2 minutes.

Pros:

• Buildable formula — works as a light sheer wash or a fully opaque color depending on coats applied
• Up to seven days of wear with OPI's full system
• Pro-Wide brush for even application

Cons:

• Semi-sheer base means it typically needs three coats for full, streak-free opacity, more than a standard crème
• Standard lacquer durability is shorter than a gel polish without a protective topcoat