For people who want a black polish with a pearl sheen instead of a flat black creme. It works for both home manicures and salon use, and follows the same base coat, two coats and top coat routine as any OPI lacquer.

Cave the Way is from OPI's Fall Wonders collection and is described by the brand as a black pearl. The pearl component keeps a black manicure from looking flat under light, and the finish is described by OPI as glossy with brilliant shine.

1. Prepare nails, then apply one coat of OPI Natural Nail Base Coat.
2. Shake the bottle before use to mix the pigment evenly.
3. Apply two thin coats to each nail, brushing along the free edge to help prevent chipping.
4. Finish with OPI Top Coat, capping the free edge. For faster drying, add one drop of OPI DripDry Lacquer Drying Drops per nail.

• Pro: the pearl particles give a black manicure depth and shine instead of a flat look.
• Pro: dark pigment gives strong coverage in two thin coats.
• Con: pigment can settle, so the bottle needs a good shake before each use.
• Con: dark polish shows chips and tip wear quickly, so capping the free edge with base and top coat matters.
• Con: a Fall Wonders 2022 shade, so it may not stay in the regular range.