OPI are currently one of the biggest manufacturers of nail products and are world renowned. They sell in over 103 countries and are constantly expanding. Having access to limited research facilities means they are constantly up to date with formulas making sure that each of their products offers the same high quality as the next. Also they research into trends and release collections and core shades to fit the trends. The fact that they sell over 55,000,00 bottles of lacquer and treatments each year stands to prove the success and demand of their products. OPI produce high quality and highly pigmented shades they also carry a huge range of colours and are constantly adding more collections and core shades. They also create a wide range of treatments from Nail Strengtheners to Nourishing Cuticle Oils. Shade: A rich charcoal black with a creme finish. Creamy Formula goes on the nails easily with no patchiness or streaking. 1 coat with give you a light subtle finish. 2-3 coats will give you a full opaque finish. First make sure your nails are clean and dry. Then apply a thin layer of Base Coat. Secondly apply one stroke of colour to the middle of your nail, then one stroke on each side of the nail, Leave this coat to dry and when it's fully dry, apply your second coat but drag the colour over the tip of your nail. Finally once your second coat has dried apply a Top Coat. If you want a manicure that dries in minutes use OPI Drying Drops.