OPI Nail Apps

O.P.I. has joined the trend for short-term nail art with the launch of its nail apps; peel on and off stickers that last one to two days. At $30 an application they’re not cheap, but pretty much sure to get attention, and perfect for that special party…

O.P.I. has joined the trend for short-term nail art with the launch of its nail apps; peel on and off stickers that last one to two days.

At $30 an application they’re not cheap, but pretty much sure to get attention, and perfect for that special party.

How do they work?

Start with bare nails and clean with rubbing alcohol to remove oils.

Choose the best size for each nail. If strip is too wide, trim with small scissors.

Rub the strip for a few seconds to warm.

Below: Here for a good time, not for a long time; celebs showing off their nails.

Peel off strip and apply to nail, with rounded end close to the cuticle.

Rub strip over entire nail starting from the center working out toward the sides. Smooth down completely. Press material over edge of nail and use an enclosed file to file off excess. File in a downward vertical motion.

Rub strip again to ensure adhesion and to remove any bubbles.

For toes, follow the above instructions but use a nail clipper to trim.

To remove, rub nails to warm them and slowly peel from one side.

OPI nail apps retail from $29.90 and are in stores end of April 2011. Available at Professional Salons, Life Pharmacies, Farmers, Kirkcaldie and Stains Nail Spa, Smith & Caughey’s, Ballantynes and Arthur Barnette. Or contact 0800 144 562 or visit www.globalbeauty.co.nz to find your nearest stockist.