Great retention for builder and extensions
"Gives amazing retention underneath coloured truefoundation. And perfect for gel extensions!"
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
How To Use
- Apply directly to the natural nail or over a cured layer of TrueBond.
- Apply a paper-thin layer and cure for 60 seconds (or 99 seconds on low heat mode).
- Optional: lay down a thin wet slip layer to help guide your builder bead.
- Use a liner brush to guide product into the cuticle and side walls.
- Tip the client’s hand upside down to help create an even apex.
- Cure fully, remove the inhibition layer with IPA if refining, or apply top coat/colour directly.
- For removal: De-bulk and Soak in acetone for 10 minutes. Use a cuticle knife to gently remove residue and smooth with a buffer.
Ingredients
Urethane acrylate, Aliphatic difunctional urethane acrylate, Phenoxyethyl Acrylate, Acrylate resin, Methyl benzoylformate, Silica Silylate, Benzoyl Isopropanol, Ethyl Trimethylbenzoyl Phenylphosphinate, Tocopherol, Acryloyl Morpholine, PPG-3 Glyceryl Ether Triacrylate, p- Hydroxyanisole May Contain: CI 77891, CI 77007, CI 42090, CI 47005, CI 77742, CI 77499, CI 77491, CI 16035, CI 45410, CI 77000, CI 77266, CI 77510, CI 45380, CI 15880
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True Foundation - Clear
Sale price164,00 DKK
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True Foundation - Clear
Sale price164,00 DKK
Overall rating: 4.961039 / 5 from 154 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
True Foundation - Clear by HONA offers unmatched adhesive properties, ensuring robust and long-lasting nail care. Customers praise its phenomenal retention, excellent consistency, and effectiveness for heavy-handed clients. The hypoallergenic formula is safe, strong, and transparent, providing a superior experience.
Summary topics
- Adhesion for Swift Tips: 12%
- Product Retention: 10%
- Product Consistency: 9%
- Effectiveness for Heavy-Handed Clients: 5%
Review topics: ["results","consistency","looks","colour","scent","use","foundation","tips","retention","nails","clients","gel","build","application","adhesion","lifting","system","layer","self levels","coat","lasts","chipping"].
Review highlights
- "Pure pond and pure foundation for swift tips the retention is like no other wow!!" —
- "Great self levelling and retention good so far." —
- "So good to work with, amazing retention and I cannot wait to get more colours!" —
Reviews
Soft gel adhesive
"Perfect for applying soft gel tips! No heat spike."
Brilliant!
"This has saved my nail length, it's a firm staple in my kit now . The perfect viscosity for someone starting out and learning."
Perfect for applying SwiftTips
"I primarily use pure foundation in clear for applying Hona SwiftTip. It applies easily and has good retention. The Pure Foundation can also be used under gel polish colours."
Perfect
"Perfect for gel x application"
Multiple uses!
"Not only is this a clear builder gel, it can also been used to encapsulate chrome and apply Swift Tips. It is a staple for me!"
True Foundation Clear
"Perfect for applying tips."
Must have in your salon
"I use this mainly for swift tip applications but its also handy to have in my kit for nail art designs etc."
Amazing and must have in your collection!
"This is great for a base for gel colour but also for encapsulating nail art like a tortie. A must have!"
Great foundation
"Great for adding strength to the nail"