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Please note: During our transition from PureFoundation to TrueFoundation, you may receive products labelled with the original PureFoundation name. Rest assured, the formula remains exactly the same – only the name and packaging are being updated.
Step into the future of the nail industry with TrueFoundation, HONA's groundbreaking hybrid that marries the strength of a rubber base with the grace of TruBuild. Our innovative formula is fortified with advanced ingredients, enabling a level of crosslinking that surpasses traditional gels. The outcome is a product with unmatched adhesive properties, providing a robust foundation that truly stands out in the market.
Why choose TrueFoundation
This universal gel can be used in many ways it is a strong builder gel (no base required), it is an incredible adhesive for SwiftTips (HONA's soft gel extension system) and is also great as a strengthening overlay.
At the heart of TrueFoundation is a key ingredient that forms robust bonds with keratin – the fundamental protein in nails. This leads to dramatically enhanced adhesion, reducing the risk of peeling and chipping and ensuring your manicures are both durable and long-lasting.
Why choose the HONA Gel System?
SAFER - HONA hired world-leading chemists, to create the incredible formula. What this means is that you know the product has been made to the highest standards. No toxic ingredients have been used which has greatly reduced the risk of causing yourself or a client an allergy.
STRONGER - Using state-of-the-art ingredients, the HONA gel system formula was created to be the strongest hypoallergenic brand it can be. It will give up to 3+ weeks of use while giving little to no heat spike.
SMARTER - By choosing the HONA gel system you are future-proofing you and your salon. Developing an allergy to your current gel system can be costly as you will need to rebrand. A hypoallergenic system like ours will greatly reduce the chances of you developing an allergy - future-proofing yourself.
What are the key features of HONA TrueFoundation?
- 20ml bottle
- Medium viscosity
- No base coat is needed
- Safe, and doesn't harm the natural nail.
- Vegan and cruelty-free
- Hypoallergenic
- HEMA, HPMA & IBOA free
- 100% Gel system
- Created in Germany, Packaged in Wales
- Unique outer cap
- Long brush to reach every drop
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Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 49 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
True Foundation - Sugar by HONA offers a sheer gentle blushing pink shade with solid opacity. It is praised for its consistency, gorgeous color, and beautiful shade, making it a popular choice for a French or French-looking manicure. The product is safe, hypoallergenic, and free from harmful ingredients.
Summary topics
- Application Ease: 16%
- Product Color: 24%
- Product Shade: 21%
- Pink Color: 13%
Review topics: ["consistency","packaging","looks","colour","shade","base","bottles","foundation","pink","brand","retention"].
Review highlights
- "I’m really enjoying the product and will definitely be ordering more colours soon !!" —
- "Next day free delivery - the most lovely looking bottles and amazing consistency!" —
- "It’s a perfect pink sheer shade for French" —
Reviews
Sugar
"Beautiful shade, creamy formula, great self leveling"
The foundation I didn’t know I was missing!
"Wow, this may be my game changer. I love the strength and stability of True Build, but it is also incredibly easy to use and allows me to effectively use my time. This is a staple!"
Gorgeous
"Gorgeous colour love it 🥰 the retention is amazing 4 weeks plus"
Lovely
"gorgeous colour and applies flawlessly as always"
Stunning colour
"Stunning colour"
Perfect French base
"The perfect pink nude for a French mani base & any art! Stunning!"
Gorgeous colour! And pure foundation
"Gorgeous colour! And pure foundation is brilliant"
Perfect pink base
"Perfect pink base"
Slightly sheer base, great for
"Slightly sheer base, great for the nearly nude natural look, but also handy for a more subtle base in a french set! xxx"