Ope! (Sun/UV Color Changing)

Ope! (Sun/UV Color Changing)

$16.00

OPE!

Whether you're squeezing past someone in Meijer or grabbing a pop from the fridge, “OPE!” is the most Midwest thing you can say (and wear on your nails!) Indoors, it's a cheerful coral pink, but step outside, and the sunlight reveals a bold magenta surprise.

  • UV/sunlight reactive: coral pink indoors, dark magenta in sunlight

  • Long-lasting and chip-resistant for everyday wear

  • 100% vegan, cruelty-free, and toxin-free

  • Handmade with care in Traverse City, Michigan

Fun Fact: “Ope!” isn’t just a word… it’s a way of life and expression for anyone raised as a Michigander. It's how we say “excuse me,” “oops,” and “I’m about to do something awkward.”

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Most Northern Nail Polish shades are designed to be opaque in 2 coats, unless noted in the description above. For the longest-lasting manicure, finish with our Glossy 30 Second Quick Drying Top Coat. When you are ready for a new color, remove with our Natural and Nourishing Soy-based Nail Polish Remover.

Northern Nail Polish is handmade in small batches in Traverse City, Michigan. Each shade is inspired by the colors, places, seasons, and stories of our wonderful Great Lakes State, from pinky to thumb. 😉 👉✋

Our nail polishes are:

  • 10-toxin-free

  • 100% vegan & cruelty-free

  • long-lasting and chip-resistant

  • FREE OF: Triphenyl Phosphate (TPHP), Camphor, Formaldehyde or derived Resins, Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP), Ethyl Tosylamide, Xylene, Toluene, GMOs, Gluten, Fragrance, Parabens, and Phthalates. We believe in transparency and in providing you with a product you can trust. Read more here.

  • handmade with care in Michigan


I’m KC, the maker behind Northern Nail Polish. Every bottle is designed, mixed, poured, labeled, photographed, packed, and shipped by me (and sometimes with the help of my parents, husband, and son during busy times!) When you order, you are supporting my independent, Michigan-made small handmade business and a self-care brand built around color, creativity, and cleaner beauty.

Our pigments are sourced from conflict-free minerals, ensuring that your nails remain stain-free even after you remove our polish. Our dedication to eco-conscious practices is evident in our use of natural ingredients and our avoidance of harmful chemicals. Beautiful nails shouldn't come at the cost of the environment. From planting trees for every order, to recycled and recyclable packaging, I'm on a mission to keep things green.

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