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Christmas 2025 Nail Art Inspiration & Trends

From glittering French tips to cute character art, Christmas nails are officially back and this year’s trends are better than ever. Whether you love bold festive colour or prefer something soft and...

Spring/Summer 2025 Nail Art Trend Predictions

From butter yellow to blooming gel, Spring/Summer 2025 is serving fresh energy in every set. Explore this season’s standout shades, subtle textures, and modern finishes—designed to elevate without ...

May 2025 Inspiration & Trends

With summer just around the corner, May’s nail trends are all about bold colours, playful designs, and fresh seasonal energy. From fruity accents and pastel details to chrome finishes and vibrant t...

November 2023 Nail Art Trends and Ideas

From the wacky and whimsical to the moody masterpieces and the sparkly stunners, let’s delve into what’s got the HONA Hens a clucking and look at some of our favourite Winter nail designs for 2023.

Pantone Colour Of The Year 2025

Each year, Pantone’s Color of the Year sets the tone for design, fashion, and beauty trends. For 2024, the spotlight is on Mocha Mousse a creamy, warming brown hue that’s perfect for your nails. Re...

October 2024 Nail Art Inspiration & Trends

As October arrives, autumn is truly upon us, with cooler days, cosy knits, and the rich colours of the season all around. It's the perfect time to explore new nail art trends that reflect the beaut...

February 2024 Nail Art Trends And Ideas

Join us as we explore the latest trends that blend the passion of love with the elegance of the season.

Nail Tech Spotlight Jemma Elizabeth

Discover Jemma Elizabeth’s journey from salon owner to educator. Real talk on burnout, balance, business growth, and building your reputation.

Nail Tech Spotlight Kirsten Cowell

This month’s spotlight features Kirsten Cowell, a talented nail tech and content creator whose journey is rooted in passion, perseverance, and the power of community. From overcoming a rare medical...

Easter Inspired Spring Nail Art Tutorial

Looking for fresh spring nail art inspiration? This tutorial by @polishedbyniamh shows you how to create a playful textured set using TrueBuild Milkshake, pastel French tips, gingham details and 3D...

Nail Myths Debunked: A Comprehensive Guide for Professional Nail Technicians

Discover the truth behind nail care myths: nail health essentials, chemical safety, causes of white spots, and lamp use. Ideal for nail technicians and enthusiasts.

Nail Tech Spotlight @Simplymarthas

As Spring unfolds and we transition into summer, Our April Nail Spotlight shines on the super talented Martha Mumby @Simplymarthas In this feature we delve into Martha's work and why we love it! He...

Animal Print Nail Art Tutorial

Dive into the wild with Sara Faulkes from @Ellenporium as she showcases five stunning animal print designs. Get all the insider tips and tricks to master these fierce and fabulous looks for yourself! 

Nail Tech Spotlight Saima Rafique

Meet Saima Rafique of @waiza_nailstudio, this month’s HONA Community Spotlight. Known for her clean prep, luxury nail finishes and detailed nail art, Saima shares her inspiration, retention tips an...

HONA’s 2024 Year in Review: A Year of Growth, Innovation, and Community!

As 2024 draws to a close, we’re taking a moment to look back on a year that’s been nothing short of amazing. From exciting product launches to unforgettable events that brought our nail tech commun...

APRIL 2024 NAIL ART TRENDS & IDEAS

April brings a burst of fresh nail art inspiration, perfect for embracing the vibrant essence of spring and the anticipation of summer. Dive into HONA's latest colors, designs, and techniques to bo...

HONA NEW'S: Rodeo Nights Round-Up

On Sunday, the 12th of May, we hosted our RODEO NIGHTS event, so let's recap and round up HONA'S Hoedown!

September 2023 Nagelfärgstrender och idéer

Är du på humör att byta upp naglarna? Vi är också. Även om sommaren kan handla om livfulla och roliga nyanser (tänk bara Wild Side , Club Tropicana och Juicy Gels ) så fort löven börjar förändras o...

Valentine's Day Nail Art Tutorial

The lovely Morgan Atlanta, winner of our Valentine's Day Community Competition goes through her winning design, step-by-step.

SwiftTips Application Tutorial

Step into expert nail artistry with our detailed guide on applying HONA's SwiftTips Full Cover Tip System. Discover tips for a flawless finish, long-lasting wear, and happy clients. Watch our tutor...

Nail Tech Spotlight @create_cure_

Introducing our Nail Tech Spotlight feature for this month! We're thrilled to highlight the incredible work of Marie from @create_cure_. Stay tuned as we explore Marie' s portfolio, filled with stu...

Nail Tech Spotlight: Coral Kendall

For this month's nail tech spotlight we are showcasing the super talented, Coral of @ohlushnails.

Ombre Nail Tutorial

Join Olivia as she shares all of her ombre tips and tricks with five beautiful looks.

June 2026 Inspiration & Trends

Discover June nail trends with fresh summer nail art inspiration, including matcha nails, lemon French tips, water drop designs, summer tortie and soft floral details.

September 2025 Inspiration & Trends

September is here, and with it comes a fresh wave of autumn nail trends. From the return of Tortie and the rise of Glazed Cherry reds to chrome finishes, playful spots, and autumn florals, this mon...

Nail Tech Spotlight Cory Jenkins

This month we’re shining the Nail Tech Spotlight on Cory Jenkins (@thatwelshnailguy), a rising talent whose passion for education, creativity, and community shines through in everything he does. Af...

NAIL TECH SPOTLIGHT: ABIGAIL ROSCOW

Introducing this month's Nail Tech Spotlight, Abigail Roscow! (@abigailkate_beauty). This month, we ran our Halloween Nail Art Competition, where we wanted to see all of your best 'Halloween Nails’...

Monochrome Halloween Nail Art Tutorial

If you’re looking for Halloween Nail inspo then, we’ve got you. We ran a competition in the Facebook HONA Community, looking for the best Halloween nail look. There were so many jaw dropping entrie...

July 2024 Nail Art Inspiration and Trends

This July, it’s all about vibrant colours, intricate designs, and playful motifs that capture the joys of summer. Join us as we explore HONA's guide to summer’s hottest nail trends.

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 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 &...

Nail Tech Spotlight Elizabeth Aficially

Meet Elizabeth, an inspiring nail artist and valued member of the HONA community. From training with Charlotte to using our versatile products, Elizabeth shares how HONA has helped elevate her craf...

HONA Post Appointment Nail Care Guide

Help your clients keep their nails looking fresh between appointments with HONA’s post-appointment nail care guide. From daily cuticle oil and protective gloves to regular maintenance and healthy n...

Nail Tech Spotlight: Sophie Burley

Introducing Sophie Burley! (@luxlounge.beauty), this month's shining star in our Nail Tech Spotlight. Sophie, a passionate and skilled nail technician, who has shared some of her favourite nail des...

Perfecting your Prep

Perfecting your prep is one of the biggest factors in achieving long-lasting HEMA-free manicures. This guide breaks down why nail prep matters, how it supports better adhesion, and the HONA way to ...

Nail Tech Spotlight Emily Robyn

Emily Robyn is known for her precision, passion, and powerful mindset. In this spotlight, she shares how she transitioned from employee to entrepreneur, why she swapped builder gel for hard gel, an...

Nail Tech Spotlight - Jamie Tovey

Jamie Tovey, known for her creative and detailed nail designs, has recently embraced a new role motherhood. As a self-employed nail tech, she shares the challenges of balancing work and family, nav...

Gingerbread Nails

Check out day 10 in our advent calendar series - gingerbread nails!

September 2024 Nail art Inspiration & Trends

As September arrives, we welcome the rich hues and cozy vibes of autumn. It's the perfect time to explore new nail art trends that embody the season's warmth. Join us as we highlight HONA's top pic...

Everything you need to know about Swift Tips

Looking to speed up your extension services and boost profits? Discover everything you need to know about SwiftTips, HONA’s fast, hypoallergenic soft gel extension system. From training options to ...

Christmas Fairy Lights Tutorial

Get ready to delve into the next festive tutorial for the Advent Series, We're thrilled to feature the incredibly talented Damon Evans who showcases his exceptional eye for detail with a classic Ch...

Christmas Snowman Nail Art Tutorial

Get ready for another festive tutorial in our Advent series! We’re thrilled to feature the incredibly talented @nailedbyclare, who brings the holiday spirit to life with an adorable snowman design