Akzentz Options: Royal Onyx

Akzentz Options Royal Onyx is a masterclass in "almost-black" sophistication. Often mistaken for a standard jet black at first glance, Royal Onyx is actually a profoundly deep, de-saturated navy with subtle peacock and charcoal-teal undertones. Part of the Options Color collection, it is designed for the professional who wants the intensity of a dark shade with a hidden, complex character that reveals itself under direct light.

Core Characteristics

• The Finish: A creamy, high-opacity "off-black" with a hint of dark, moody blue-green. It offers a cooler, more organic feel than a true neutral black, making it exceptionally elegant for full-color overlays and high-fashion editorial looks.

• The Options Architecture: This is a 100% pure, soak-off gel. It provides the durability and strength of a builder gel—preventing chipping and lifting for 3+ weeks—while maintaining the flexibility needed to prevent cracks on the natural nail.

• Paint-Like Pigmentation: While part of the Options line (typically used for overlays), Royal Onyx is so heavily pigmented that it can cross over into light nail art. It offers full coverage in thin applications, ensuring the nail remains slim and natural-looking.

Product Performance

Why Professionals Use It

• The "Softer" Black: Many clients find true black too harsh against their skin tone. Royal Onyx provides that same dark, edgy impact but with a de-saturated cool undertone that is much more universally flattering and sophisticated.

• Superior Leveling: Unlike some high-pigment dark gels that can be streaky, Royal Onyx levels beautifully to a glass-like surface, making it the perfect canvas for "Cat-Eye" top coats or chrome powders.

• Mixing Potential: Because it is a pure gel, it can be custom-layered or mixed with other Options colors (like Teal Drop or White) to create a unique spectrum of moody, custom-blended teals and greys.

   

Professional Application Tips

• Curing Precaution: Due to its intense, dark pigment, it is vital to apply Royal Onyx in paper-thin layers. Thick layers can "shrink-wrap" or leave the center of the gel uncured. Two thin coats will always provide a better result than one thick one.

   

• The "Mood" Manicure: Pair Royal Onyx with a matte top coat to highlight its charcoal-teal undertones. The matte finish pulls the blue out of the pigment, giving it a luxury "dark denim" or "black peacock" appearance.

• The Perfect Base for Chrome: This is an ideal base for silver or blue-toned chromes. The dark, de-saturated base provides a deep "anchor" for the chrome, making the metallic finish look more realistic and multi-dimensional.

• Precision Cleanup: Because the pigment is so strong, use a clean, dry brush to crisp up your lines at the cuticle before curing. The gel is stable and won't migrate once you've set your perimeter.