I had all but given up on manicures. It was just too disappointing to see my pretty nails chip off after a day or two, thanks to all the wear-and-tear of housework and motherhood. I stopped getting manis, stopped painting my nails and just figured that when the kids are in college, I’ll start fussing over my nails again.
So when my mom raved about Sephora by OPI nail Hydrator, saying it improved the condition of her nails, I was doubtful. She was so sure I’d love it, she sent me a bottle. I was so sure I wouldn’t, it sat unopened for months.
When I finally did open it and paint the thin, clear treatment on my nails, I was hooked. With no polish, it adds a slight sheen to nails, keeping them looking healthy. My nails were stronger and growing.
As a base coat, the Hydrator extends the life of a mani dramatically. I am on day six of my at-home mani (Zoya’s glittery green Suvi, thank you very much) with little signs of wear. For my nails, that’s an eternity.
As a bonus, the Hydrator treatment is free of DBP, toluene and formaldehyde.


