American professional nail lacquer brand known for its chip-resistant formula and playfully named, fashion-forward shades.
ORIGIN
USA
PRICE TIER
premium
Launched in 1981 in Los Angeles, OPI originated not in beauty, but as a dental supply company named Odontorium Products Inc. Founder George Schaeffer and his sister-in-law, Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, noticed nail technicians purchasing their dental acrylics to create artificial nails and pivoted, launching a professional acrylic system. With Weiss-Fischmann’s background in the New York garment industry and a keen eye for color, the brand ventured into nail lacquer in 1989, revolutionizing the category with its professional-grade, chip-resistant formulas and a vibrant, fashion-forward palette.