This black polish is very opaque. In the photograph I used a Chanel base coat, 2 coats of the Straight up black, Maniology smudge free top coat, and Seche Vive gel effect top coat. For my second time stamping, I don’t think it turned out too bad. I will say the black is very difficult to remove from your cuticles.

This black polish is very opaque. In the photograph I used a Chanel base coat, 2 coats of the Straight up black, Maniology smudge free top coat, and Seche Vive gel effect top coat. For my second time stamping, I don’t think it turned out too bad. I will say the black is very difficult to remove from your cuticles.

Fantastic black nail polish and easy to use!

It's my third bottle, at least, because straight up black lives up to its name. This is the quintessential stamping polish. I always get clear, vivid lines. I usually do use it for stamping, I even keep it in a box with my stamping supplies instead of in the great wheel of Maniology on my desk, but I HAVE used it as a base as well & it holds up beautifully. Just keep in mind it is a stamping polish & be prepared for it to be a little thicker, but that just means one coat of straight up black, a quick top coat & you're at full opacity & shine. It's also perfect for gradients & any other nail art. Anyone who does their own nails should always have a bottle on hand. Okay, accidental pun means time to stop writing ;)

The perfect addition to my collection!