OPI GelColor - S022 Buttafly - Original Gel Formula 0.5 oz
Couldn't load pickup availability
OPI S022 Buttafly, a bright yellow sheer, comes from OPI's original GelColor soak-off gel line. OPI's own note on the shade: A soft yellow shimmer shade that'll make your heart flutter. It belongs to the OPI Your Way collection.
What you get
- 1 x OPI S022 Buttafly GelColor gel polish, 0.5 fl oz (15 mL)
Why techs stock it
- Glossy soak-off gel: applies thin and gives more shine than a regular polish.
- Long wear: up to 3 weeks of color with an OPI gel base and top coat.
- Finish: Sheer finish that lets the natural nail show through.
Specifications
| Brand | OPI |
|---|---|
| Product | GelColor |
| Shade code | S022 |
| Shade name | Buttafly |
| Color family | Yellow |
| Finish | Sheer |
| Opacity | Sheer |
| Collection | OPI Your Way |
| Format | Soak-off gel polish |
| Size | 0.5 fl oz (15 mL) |
| Gel cure | 30 seconds under an LED lamp, about 2 minutes under UV |
| Removal | Soak-off gel |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| SKU | OPIGS022 |
How to apply
- Prep: shape the nail, clean up the cuticle and apply Bond-Aid.
- Base: a thin coat of OPI gel base coat, cured.
- Color: two thin coats of OPI S022 Buttafly, curing each one and capping the edge.
- Top: OPI gel top coat, cured.
- Finish: remove the tacky layer with an IPA wipe, then apply cuticle oil.
Who it suits
- Reach for it on sunny spring and summer sets.
- Clients also pick it for accent nails and playful nail art.
- Anyone who asks for bright yellow sheer by look, or for S022 by code.
Which option to choose
Gel suits services that need up to 3 weeks of wear. Same shade, other formats: Buttafly dipping powder.
Storing it
Keep Buttafly capped and away from the lamp and from windows. Wipe the neck before closing so the cap does not stick. Screen color can differ a little from the bottle, so check a swatch when an exact match matters.
More to pair with Buttafly: OPI GelColor shades, OPI base and top coats and all OPI.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is OPI S022 Buttafly?+
OPI S022 Buttafly is a bright yellow sheer. OPI describes it this way: A soft yellow shimmer shade that'll make your heart flutter.
How long do I cure each coat?+
Each coat cures in about 30 seconds under an LED lamp or about 2 minutes under UV. Keep coats thin and cap the free edge so the gel cures all the way through.
Is this the same as Intelli-Gel?+
No. This listing is OPI's original GelColor formula. Intelli-Gel is the newer self-correcting system with its own brush, so choose the one that matches the rest of your bottles.
How do I remove it?+
Soak off with acetone wraps, following the system instructions, and avoid prying at the gel. Finish with cuticle oil.