TrueSculpt is HONA's revolutionary hard gel formula, designed with your safety and performance in mind. Free from HEMA, HPMA, IBOA, and Di-HEMA, this hypoallergenic gel is crafted to reduce the risk of allergies while delivering unparalleled strength and adhesion. Whether you're creating natural overlays or high fashion, bold extensions, TrueSculpt is your go-to solution for long-lasting results and exceptional quality.
CORE: The Versatile All-Rounder - CORE is the go-to hard gel for nail techs seeking versatility and reliability. Its medium/thick viscosity ensures a robust yet slightly flexible finish, making it ideal for natural overlays and short to medium-length extensions. CORE’s self-levelling formula simplifies application, delivering a smooth and professional result every time. Perfect for clients who are heavy-handed or prone to nail stress, this gel provides durability with just the right amount of flex for comfort and natural nail health. Whether you’re sculpting forms or reinforcing overlays, CORE is your ultimate workhorse.
| Description | Cool toned natural light pink |
| Colour Family | Pink |
| Undertone | Cool |
| Finish | Solid |
| Opacity | Semi-Sheer |
The other two hard gel options available are.
EXPRESS: The Ultimate Time-Saver - When speed and efficiency are paramount, EXPRESS delivers. With the thinnest viscosity in the TrueSculpt range, this gel acts as both a base and top coat, curing to a glossy, flawless finish. EXPRESS is perfect for quick overlays, short forms, and natural nail repairs, offering nail techs a lightweight option that still maintains durability. Its self-levelling properties ensure effortless application, saving precious time without compromising on quality. Designed for express manicures, this gel ensures that "time is money" truly works in your favour.
FIBRE: Unstoppable Strength - Engineered for extreme durability, FIBRE is infused with 10% fibreglass to provide unparalleled strength and resilience. Its thicker viscosity and self-levelling properties make it the perfect choice for long or extreme extensions, offering unmatched support for even the most challenging nail designs. FIBRE’s crosslinking properties create a hard, nearly indestructible finish, making it ideal for repairing stress breaks or cracked natural nails. Whether you’re tackling ambitious nail art or demanding repairs, FIBRE ensures confidence and reliability in every application.
SAFER - HONA hired world-leading chemist Jim McConnell, to create the incredible formula. What this means is that you know the product has been made to the highest standards. Using state of the art ingredients which has greatly reduced the risk of causing yourself or a client an allergy.
STRONGER - Using these state-of-the-art ingredients, the HONA Hard Gel formula was created to be the strongest hypoallergenic brand it can be. It will give 3+ weeks of use while giving little to no heat spike.
SMARTER - By choosing the HONA Hard Gel 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 reduce the chances of you developing an allergy - future-proofing yourself.
BIS-HEA POLY(1,4-BUTANEDIOL)-9/IPDI COPOLYMER, BIS-HEMA POLYNEOPENTYL GLYCOL ADIPATE/IPDI COPOLYMER, TRIMETHYLOLPROPANE TRIMETHACRYLATE, TRIPROPYLENE GLYCOL DIACRYLATE, HYDROXYCYCLOHEXYL PHENYL KETONE, BIS-TRIMETHYLBENZOYL PHENYLPHOSPHINE OXIDE, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 16035, CI 77499, CI 47005
2. Add a slip layer, don't cure
3. Add structure layer, try to keep brush in contact with gel for smoother application and less bubbles. Use liner brush and hand flip for gravity to help get perfect shape.
4. Cure on low heat mode 90 secs
5. Wipe off inhibition layer and refine if needed.
6. Top coat.
BIS-HEA POLY(1,4-BUTANEDIOL)-9/IPDI COPOLYMER, BIS-HEMA POLYNEOPENTYL GLYCOL ADIPATE/IPDI COPOLYMER, TRIMETHYLOLPROPANE TRIMETHACRYLATE, TRIPROPYLENE GLYCOL DIACRYLATE, HYDROXYCYCLOHEXYL PHENYL KETONE, BIS-TRIMETHYLBENZOYL PHENYLPHOSPHINE OXIDE, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 16035, CI 77499, CI 47005
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Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 27 reviews.
TrueSculpt Core by HONA is a versatile hard gel designed for nail professionals seeking durability and ease of application. Its medium/thick viscosity ensures a robust yet flexible finish, ideal for natural overlays and short to medium-length extensions. The hypoallergenic formula is free from common allergens, making it safe for both technicians and clients.
Review topics: ["consistency","strength","base","colour","nails","gel","pigment","retention"].
"After lots of lifting and breaks due to her medication my client finally let me try her on core. She loves it. Her nails are now growing and she says they don't feel heavy at all. She was worried they would feel heavy and bulky with it being a hard gel. She's very happy that they don't and that makes me happy. I tend to do infills every 3-5 weeks depending on customer"
"Love all of the true sculpt hard gel. My favourite all rounder is core (in any colour). Peefect for paper thin nails or longer natural nails"
"The shade is just a perfect base, not too in your face! I love it for my clients with long natural nails!"
"I have invested in a huge product line with Hona. My nail tech who is very experienced is loving the new products. This is a beautiful colour. And even though it is early days using these products Highbrow is very happy with them so far. Also, working with Hona from an admin perspective has been a dream! Thank you Hona Team!"
"Great"
"Beautiful to work with and stunning colour."
"Trying Truesculpt core on my own nails before offering it to clients as I haven’t used hard gel since my training with a previous hard gel product in 2012! It’s certainly come on since those days - I found it a very nice product to work with"
"Very thick consistency but levels out great even with a lot of moving around with a brush."
"First time using it what an amazing product if you need a bit more strength. Perfect for a few of my clients who have thinner or more softer nails. Lovely colour with just a top coat."
"This is so perfect for the clients wanting to have just a little something! It’s stunning"
