OPI Nail Lacquer — Leonardo’s Model Color Dark Purple Shimmer, Chip-Resistant High Shine

How does this polish perform on durability and shine?

When used as part of OPI’s three-step routine (base, color, top), this lacquer offers up to seven days of wear with sustained gloss and minimal chipping. The formulation balances pigment concentration and flexible film to resist everyday wear while keeping a reflective finish.

• Up to 7 days of wear with OPI base and top coats
• Chip-resistant lacquer film for longer-lasting color
• High-shine finish that dries quickly for a polished look

What makes application easier for at-home and professional users?

OPI’s pro-wide brush is shaped to hug the nail, which helps spread the lacquer evenly from cuticle to tip in fewer strokes. The consistency is formulated to avoid bubbling and streaks, giving a salon-style result without complex technique.

• Pro-wide brush for smooth, even coverage
• Creamy formula reduces streaks and uneven layering
• Fast-drying properties to speed up manicures

How does the color and finish look in different lighting?

Leonardo’s Model Color is an opaque dark purple with fine shimmer particles that catch light without appearing metallic. In indoor lighting it reads as a rich eggplant; under brighter or directional light the shimmer reveals luminous, jewel-like reflections.

• Opaque coverage in two coats for depth of color
• Fine shimmer provides subtle dimension, not glitter overload
• Works well for evening looks and sophisticated daytime wear

How should I use it to get the best results?

For optimal longevity and finish, start with a clean, dry nail, apply a base coat, follow with two thin coats of color, and seal with a glossy top coat. Allow each coat to dry slightly before applying the next to avoid dragging or pooling.

• Use OPI base coat first to protect nails
• Apply two thin coats of color for even opacity
• Finish with an OPI top coat for extra shine and wear

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS: Butyl Acetate, Ethyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Tosylamide/Epoxy Resin, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Silica, Mica, Benzophenone-1, Trimethylpentanediyl Dibenzoate, Polyvinyl Butyral, Tin Oxide, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Yellow 5 (CI 19140), Black 2 [nano] (CI 77266).