Here’s how to achieve a salon-quality mani at home in just 10 minutes

Who says a busy schedule has to hold up perfect nails đź’…

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by Eleanor Weaver |
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September is here (back to school vibes!) and with it comes the thrill of revisiting our autumn wardrobes; we’re talking cosy knits, chunky boots and a whole new colour palette. One thing we can all agree completes a look is perfectly polished nails and while we’d LOVE to visit the nail salon on the reg to keep our nails in keeping with the latest trends, our bank balances and busy schedules say otherwise.

Thankfully, you don’t need to wave goodbye to a salon-quality mani with OPI. The #1 nail salon brand worldwide boasts a huge range of products for stunning gel-like results in the comfort of your own home. Take for example OPI’s Press-On Nails that deliver 14-day wear in literally 10 minutes. Almost too good to be true.

If you have a little more time, however, you can’t go wrong with OPI’s award-winning Infinite Shine range. With its gel-like long-wear formula, expect glossy results for up to 11 days without the need for a UV lamp. And with the Infinite Shine base and top coat duo, you get serious staying power and easy removal according to a bunch of reviewers. All this AND less risk of nail damage? Sign us up.

Infinite Shine polish, base coat and top coat
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There are over 90 colours on offer and while it's tempting to get one in every colour tbh, we’re already eyeing up some colours we already KNOW are going to be top of the list this season. Hello, dark reds, metallics and neutrals, goodbye Brat Summer green and baby blues.

If you’re looking to start your at-home OPI collection or are after some on-trend colours to wear for the months ahead, shop some of our top picks below.

SHOP: Our top OPI picks for autumn

OPI XPRESS_ON Iconic Shades, Malaga Wine Nail PolishOPI
Price: $16.80

The epitome of autumn, these wine-red press-on nails will deliver nail *perfection* in an instant.

OPI Infinite Shine, You Don’t Know Jacques! Nail PolishOPI

Channel espresso a la Sabrina Carpenter with a rich brown for the season.

OPI Infinite Shine, Lady In BlackOPI

You can’t go wrong with a glossy black polish that’ll be your go-to through autumn and winter.

OPI Infinite Shine, Happily Evergreen AfterOPI

Autumn is the time to whip out your earthy-toned polishes – this lush dark green polish is just the ticket.

OPI Infinite Shine, Work From Chrome Nail PolishOPI

Metallics are having a moment so have fun with your nails with this dazzling silver.

OPI Infinite Shine, Less is NorseOPI

Deepen your blue nail palette for autumn with a dark blue shade, or this option with gorgeous grey undertones.

OPI Infinite Shine, Funny Bunny Nail PolishOPI

Sheer shades have been super popular over the summer, and we see this continuing as we transition into autumn.

OPI Infinite Shine, Barefoot In Barcelona Nail PolishOPI

Seriously chic, a nude polish is the perfect pairing to every outfit and a fave for anyone who prefers a more minimalist look.

OPI XPRESS_ON Iconic Shades, Throw Me A KissOPI
Price: $16.80

Pearlescent nails are here to stay so shimmer through the season with this iridescent pink option.

Repair Mode™ Bond Building Nail SerumOPI
Price: $29.90

Already done the damage on your nails and need a rescue? OPI’s award-winning nail serum promises 99 per cent nail keratin repair for stronger, healthier nails.

Eleanor Weaver is the Commercial Content Editor at Closer, specialising in home décor and furnishing alongside home and beauty hacks/ dupes. In her spare time, Ellie enjoys reading a good thriller, doing at-home manis and finding homeware inspiration online.

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