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Nail Art Tutorial: Futuristic French Manicure

Jan 16th, 2014

This design is ahead of its time. OPI Push And Shove uses its unique Lay Down That Base base coat to give silver polish a smooth (not streaky) and reflective surface. This French manicure rimmed at both the base and the tip is also ahead of the curve. Watch below to perfect the look.

[Video: OPI]

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