Advantages: Does strengthen nails over a month Disadvantages: Smells SO strong, health risk (?), expensive
...saw it on QVC. OPI are a salon-only line, which would suggest that they are a high quality brand. They don’t just do nail treatments; they have a vast array of colours in many different textures – but I’ll be focussing on Nail Envy.
Nail Envy itself comes in 5 different formulae:
Original Nail Envy
Matte Nail Envy
Soft & Thin Nail Envy
Dry & Brittle Nail Envy
Sensitive & Peeling Nail Envy
I chose ... ...Just out of interest OPI had many products in the Top 10 highest health risk products, and Nail Envy scored a massive 9.3/10 (10 being the worst). Although my favourite Revlon Calcium Gel wasn’t listed, Revlon had many polishes in the Top 10 Lowest health risk list so I might revert back to that when I’ve finished my bottle. So while I don’t think I’ll die from finishing off my bottle, when something like this is brought to my attention it’s definitely ...
carly_pussycat 28.12.2004
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Advantages: Have amazing long, strong nails! Disadvantages: Other people might want to borrow this strengthener!
...Avoplex cuticle oil, and 2 OPI polishes. I paid £30 for this set which I consider to be good value, as O.P.I Nail Envy is £15.25 on it's own (there were 2 of them), cuticle oil is £14.25 and the polishes retail at around £8.00 each.
I had previously tried many products (including Sally Hanson) but nothing seemed to work, so I decided to ask for it for Christmas. I haven't looked back since. I'll even go as far as saying this is the best £15.00 I've ... ...about £8.00. I also get OPI nail polishes at the same time as they're nearly impossible to get hold of here in the UK (only on Q.V.C in sets, or in selected beauty salons)
~~~Would I recommend it?~~~
I'd have to say simply YES!!! It's one of the few products that I've tried that I know works. And although it is quite pricey I'd say it's worth every penny. It contains calcium which helps to strenghen the nails and had been around for a while. OPI ...
Bouncebackability 23.07.2005
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Advantages: A variety of different formulas for different nail types Disadvantages: Quite expensive
Company Overview:
OPI is distributed by Lena White who are the the exclusive UK distributers of OPI and DermaNew. Lena White Ltd. was founded in 1983 by Lena White herself and has grown to be a respected organisation in the beauty industry.
OPI is sold in over 74 countries worldwide and sells over 35,000,000 bottles of nail lacquer a year.
What is OPI Nail Envy?
OPI Nail Envy is a group of 5 natural nail strengtheners. The 5 nail strengthers ... ...that I noticed about the OPI Nail Envy is that by the end of 7 days of applying it, the varnish is very thick on your nails because you have to layer the coats on top of each other. The design of the bottle is very attractive with a nice shape and the brush is easy to use. The varnish does go thick very quickly though, and I had to throw my bottle away when it was still a quarter full! The varnish had gone very thick and stringy and was difficult ...
louwill23 01.03.2007
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Advantages: using the product only takes a matter of days before noticing an improvement on natural nails Disadvantages: will have to use product a few months to see maximum results on ridged or peeling nails which have to grow out
...mention to you the brand opi then you know youre getting quality products for your money.
nail envy is one of the best natural nail hardeners on the market as it hardens the nails without making them brittle giving them a tendency to shatter off.
there a about five different types of nail envy.
ORIGINAL-good if you have a multitude of problems with your nails or are not quite sure which one to use.
MATTE-same ingredients as the original but better ... ...one is best used alongside opi avoplex nail and cuticle oil for best results on dry and ridged nails.
PEELING-for anyone who has flaking or peeling nails but this will take longer to see a difference as the flakes have to grow out can also be used as a maintenance product on dry nails.
DRY AND BRITTLE-this is the more rehydrating form of nail envy for nails that are too hard and lacking moisture,have a tendency to shatter off and that chip easily.
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sharon1983 08.06.2003
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Advantages: Strengthens & nourishs nails. Disadvantages: Could do with a wider brush
...bought first of all the OPI cuticle oil & nail replenisher, just put a few drops on each nail and massage in. I did this every time i would normally bite my nails, and hey presto my nails started to look healthy with less ridges, my cuticles were healthy and not ragged. As i had been biting my nails for so long they were very soft and brittle, so i then went for the OPI nail envy product. Just apply 2 coats on the first day and one coat on every ... ...it as a base coat for your normal polish (which i do frequently) and then apply the subsequent applications as normal. It comes in Matt or gloss, i went for matt as i thought i could use it as a natural nail colour which it does very well. The condition of my nails has been dramatically changed, my nails are no longer bendy & soft, they do not peel or chip, and they are definetly thicker! I cannot stress enough how these products have changed my ...
ljohn43699 25.06.2007
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this nail polish has saved my nails. they were extremely weak, flaking and always broke. this was until i found nail envy. i put it on my nails every day, even if i do not have colour on them. they are now very strong and hardly ever break. they never flake and hardly ever chip. i know this product is expensive, but does last a long time as long as you keep it in the box. if it is kept out of the box, then the polish goes thick and does not dry properly. ...
faith12 14.09.2009
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Advantages: strengthens nails in just one week! Disadvantages: quite expensive
This Nail Envy formula really does do what it says on the bottle - the amount of people who nowdays compliment me on my nails is amazing! People truly will be jealous of your long and strong nails if you use this product!
I used to be a nail-biter. Then I bought a bottle of Origional Nail Envy, (green box), and applied one coat every day. After just one week, i could already notice the strength growing in my nails, and i began to stop nibbling. ... ...ever!
I would thoroughly recommend this product to anyone. It stops flaking and dryness of the nails, and makes them much stronger. product features:
- Maximum Strength Formula. - Strengthens natural nails with protein and calcium.
- Helps nails grow harder, longer and stronger and resist peeling, cracking and splitting.
Nail Envy can be worn on its own as a glossy clear polish, but also acts as a good base and top coat for people who love wearing ...
hkwilson 30.04.2009
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Advantages: Fantastic results - does exactly what it says on the bottle! Disadvantages: Tends to go "gloopy" before you finish the bottle
...start again.
The difference with OPI to other types of nail strengthener is that it really does work. The results are great and your nails seem to grow really quick. For impatient people like me that is a real plus.
It is qut expensive when you compare it to other strengtheners on the market but I would not even consider trying any others. You can get some great deals from on-line stores which makes the price a bit lower.
The only down sides to ... ...to go quite gloopy after the bottle has been open for a couple of months. This is a shame as there is still plenty of product left but getting a good finish is difficult once it has gone gloopy. Having said this, it does not put me off buying more!! ...
nicolaverrall 02.03.2005
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Advantages: Strengthens and hardens natural nail Disadvantages: Having to remember to apply every other day for best results
...- and I have a job which involves all manner of abuse to my hands as well as being a mother and housewife. And No, I dont work for OPI ! Try it for yourself - its gotta be worth a tenner! (Ebay price) ...
fluffysbits 01.05.2005
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...my favourite nail company called OPI they do other wonderful stuff but one thing that sells out mostly every time on QVC is Nail envy.
Why did I get it?
I got it because my nails are really weak they break easy so my nails will be horrible and short. So my mum got me this stuff from QVC
What is it?
Nail envy is a miracle to people with weak nails. This product strengthens nails so that it helps them to grow.
How to reconise it?
It comes in ... ...if bought from shops) The bottle is clear with the words Nail envy on the front. And it was a lids top.
How to use it
You apply this nail envy every few days. It looks like normal nail varnish. You can use this as a bottom or top coat. It was a high glossy finish so it looks neat.
Advantages
It really works within a month you will notice a huge difference. Doesnt hurt the skin around the nail and it doesn't leave any funny taste on your nails ...
tasha_92 20.08.2005
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Advantages: excellent results Disadvantages: price and (lack of) availability
This is a truly fantastic product which could prove a major boon to anyone who despairs of ever having good nails. I've been using it on and off for a few years now - and if you could see my nails you'd immediately know why I don't mind paying the price for this (about 18 pounds from salons, slightly cheaper on qvcuk). It can be applied under and over nailvarnish to protect and strengthen nails. In essence it just works. It also stimulates growth ...
mrswombat 26.07.2000
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Advantages: Clear nail varnish for everyday use Disadvantages: Top can get stuck if you dont replace the cap securely
...also advisable to purchase the OPI avoplex wich is an oil you rub into your cuticles. This will just add to the strength. You can buty these products from QVC or I have recently noticed AMAZON are much cheaper priced at £8.99. This sounds a lot, however it does go a long way, it should last you at least 8 months if you treat your nails about twice a week. The avoplex will last you considerably longer. Although I say it myself my nails look great. ...
chaney999 12.09.2008
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Advantages: Works Disadvantages: Cost - but it's worth it in this case
OPI Nail envy is a Nail Strengthener that is used in Many Salons. It can be bought in the salons or slightly cheaper on QVC, expecially when bought with the avoplex (you can caurrently get both from there for just over £30)
I used to consider myself with problem nails, in that they tended to break as soon as they started to look good. I had tried many nail strengheners but still found my nails broke. However I had this produce from a family member ... ...time in my life I have now started regualry using nail files.
I have heared it said before that OPI means quality and I am now convinced they are right. I will honestly say that this is now the OPI makes are the only nail product treatments I buy. ...
yvonnedavies 19.03.2004
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Advantages: Nails that always get comments! Disadvantages: Contents of bottle tend to thicken with use
...than false nails etc, that have to be reapplied and damage the nail in the long run. I think the price quoted is about right, but I tend to buy OPI products from a shopping channel, and in packs with other items, such as lacquer, Avoplex etc. ...
Wheatie 10.09.2005 (11.09.2005)
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This product really does work to strengthen weak nails that split or simply just peel away.Although it's quite expensive QVC the shopping channel is doing an offer at the moment called "twice the envy" so you get 2 bottles for the price of 1 £14.75.Just apply 2 coats every other day then at the end of the week remove with non-acetone remover(to avoid dryin out nails u should use non-acetone)then start again,results can be seen within a week or two ...
lmcm 20.07.2004
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