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Understanding the Ban on TPO in Nail Products

TPO is already banned in EU cosmetics and is now being phased out in Great Britain too. Here’s what the new UK dates mean for nail techs, how the rules differ from the EU, and why HONA users do not...

A Nail Tech’s Guide to Heat, Runny Builder Gel and Heat Spikes

Discover why Builder Gel becomes runny in hot weather, why lifting increases during summer and how to improve retention with practical tips from HONA.

How HONA Cuticle Balm Is Made: From Raw Ingredients to Your Nail Desk

Take a look behind the scenes at HONA HQ and discover how our Cuticle Balm is made, from carefully selected ingredients to the finished pot.

Boost Profits with HONA Cuticle Oils & Sanitisers

Learn how to make an extra £100 a week as a nail tech by retailing cuticle oils, cuticle balms and hand sanitisers. Discover simple retail tips, profit opportunities and how to boost your salon inc...

What is TrueBond? Your Guide to Better Gel Retention

Discover how TrueBond helps improve gel retention, reduce lifting and support stronger adhesion across Builder Gel, Gel Polish, SwiftTips and Hard Gel services.

Enkel guide till temperaturkontroll för perfekt HEMA-fritt BIAB och gellack

Temperaturkontroll kan vara ditt hemliga vapen. Det handlar om att förstå hur varma eller svala förhållanden påverkar dina nagelprodukter, särskilt HEMA-fria BIAB och gellack som är naturligt mind...

The HONA Guide to Smart Savings

Being a nail tech is an investment, but stocking up on professional products doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Discover how to save more with HONA through free UK delivery, Subscribe &...

A guide to applying HEMA Free products

Switching to HEMA Free? This guide breaks down the essential prep, application techniques and expert tips you need for strong adhesion and long-lasting results.

The Inhibition Layer: What It Is, Why It Matters & When (If Ever) You Should Wipe It

Cured your gel and it’s still a bit tacky? That’s not under-curing it’s the inhibition layer. In this guide we explain what it is, why it matters for adhesion and retention, and exactly when (and w...

How to Introduce Luxury Manicures to Your Salon Services

Luxury manicures don’t have to mean longer appointments. Here’s how to introduce HONA SKIN upgrades into your salon services, price them confidently, market the results, and elevate every client ex...