OPI GelColor - MI08 Nails The Runway - Original Gel Formula 0.5 oz
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OPI MI08 Nails The Runway, a muted gray shimmer, comes from OPI's original GelColor soak-off gel line. OPI's own note on the shade: Check out this shimmery granite gray shade to complement your fall wardrobe.
What you get
- 1 x OPI MI08 Nails The Runway GelColor gel polish, 0.5 fl oz (15 mL)
Why techs stock it
- Thin brush-on gel: a soak-off formula with a glossier finish than regular polish.
- Up to 3 weeks of wear: fewer chips, intense shine, when used with an OPI base and top.
- Finish: Fine shimmer that catches the light as the hand moves.
Specifications
| Brand | OPI |
|---|---|
| Product | GelColor |
| Shade code | MI08 |
| Shade name | Nails The Runway |
| Color family | Gray |
| Finish | Shimmer |
| Opacity | Opaque |
| Best seasons | Winter |
| 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 | OPIGMI08 |
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 MI08 Nails The Runway, 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
- A natural fit for cool neutral sets.
- Also works for minimal looks with an edge.
- Our seasonal chart lists it for Winter.
- Clients searching for muted gray shimmer who want the exact OPI code on file, MI08.
Which option to choose
Gel suits services that need up to 3 weeks of wear. Same shade, other formats: Nails The Runway dipping powder, Nails The Runway 3-in-1 set, Nails The Runway Intelli-Gel.
Storing it
Keep Nails The Runway 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 Nails The Runway: OPI GelColor shades, OPI base and top coats and all OPI.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is OPI MI08 Nails The Runway?+
OPI MI08 Nails The Runway is a muted gray shimmer. OPI describes it this way: Check out this shimmery granite gray shade to complement your fall wardrobe.
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.
