OPI Nail Lacquer Lincoln Park After Dark — 0.5 fl oz Purple Near-Black, Fast-Dry High-Shine Vegan

OPI Nail Lacquer in Lincoln Park After Dark is a near-black aubergine nail polish that delivers salon-grade color, shine, and chip-resistant wear in a 0.5 fl oz bottle.

Rich and moody, Lincoln Park After Dark captures that late-evening purple tone—deep enough to read almost black at a glance but with a luxuriously purple glow in the light. This classic OPI lacquer is made in the USA and blends long-wear performance with a pro-style brush for consistent application. The polish is part of OPI's broad, trend-aware color range and uses a vegan formula with no animal-derived ingredients.

How will Lincoln Park After Dark perform on my nails?

This shade is formulated for smooth coverage and visible depth in one to two coats. When paired with OPI’s three-step system (base, lacquer, top), it resists chipping and keeps a high-shine finish for days. The formula dries quickly and resists streaking thanks to the pro-wide brush.

• One to two thin coats for full opacity and even color
• Fast-dry, high-shine finish when used with top coat
• Chip resistance up to several days with correct prep
• Pro-wide brush for uniform, streak-free application

What makes this OPI polish different from drugstore alternatives?

OPI Nail Lacquer uses a salon-quality formulation focused on color payoff, shine, and brush design. The pigment concentration provides a dense, true-to-bottle color without heavy layering, and the wide brush reduces application time while minimizing streaks and bubbles.

• Salon-grade pigments for rich, even coverage
• Pro-wide brush that hugs the nail for fewer strokes
• High-shine finish that looks freshly manicured
• Vegan formula—no animal-derived ingredients or by-products

How should I apply and maintain this color to maximize wear?

Start with clean, dry nails and a thin base coat to improve adhesion. Apply one thin base coat, then one to two thin layers of Lincoln Park After Dark, finishing with a quick-dry top coat. Reapply top coat every few days and avoid heavy impact to extend wear.

• Prep: remove oils, file, and push back cuticles for best adhesion
• Application: thin, even strokes from base to tip for two coats
• Maintenance: refresh top coat every 2–4 days to reduce chipping

Is this shade suitable for everyday wear or special occasions?

Lincoln Park After Dark is versatile: it reads as a sophisticated neutral in low light but reveals a rich purple undertone in daylight. It works equally well for formal events, evening outings, and wardrobe staples when you want a polished, dramatic look without being overly bright.

• Elegant enough for formal or professional settings
• Moody and dramatic for nights out or seasonal looks
• Pairs well with metallics, neutrals, and deep jewel tones

Who is this for: This lacquer suits anyone who prefers deep, statement nail color with salon performance—from beauty lovers who update manicures weekly to professionals seeking a refined, long-wearing shade. It’s ideal for customers who value true-to-bottle color, quick application with a pro brush, and a vegan formula.

Features:

• Super-rich, long-lasting, chip-resistant polish—up to several days with proper system use
• Pro-wide brush for smooth, even coverage without streaking or bubbling
• Salon-quality formula delivering high-shine, fast-drying results
• Part of a 200+ shade lineup including sheers, neutrals, brights, and iconic classics
• Vegan formula with no animal-derived ingredients or by-products

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS: Ethyl Acetate, Butyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Propyl Acetate, Tosylamide/Formaldehyde Resin, Isopropyl Alcohol, Trimethyl Pentanyl Diisobutyrate, Triphenyl Phosphate, Ethyl Tosylamide, Camphor, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Diacetone Alcohol, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Benzophenone-1, Citric Acid, Dimethicone, Barium Sulfate, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77499 (Iron Oxides), CI 77510 (Ferric Ferrocyanide), CI 15850 (Red 6), CI 15880 (Red 34).