Prescriptive Manicures: Choosing the right product for your clients

At HONA, we have never believed in a one-size-fits-all approach to manicures. Every client has unique nails, lifestyles, and goals, which means their manicure should be just as tailored. A prescriptive manicure is more than just a service; it is an experience that positions you as an expert, allowing you to assess your client's nails and recommend the perfect HONA products for their individual needs.

This level of customisation enhances results and nail health and helps you carve out a niche in the industry. Your clients will trust that their nails are getting exactly what they need.

In this blog, we will explore how to create a prescriptive manicure service and explain which HONA products are best suited for different nail types, concerns, and goals. Whether your client needs strengthening, longevity, or flexibility, we have a solution for you.

Which Clients are Suited to each product 

Understanding which gel is best for your clients is key to delivering personalised, long-lasting results. In this section, we’ll break down which clients are best suited to our Gel options, helping you make the right choice for every service.

Our Prescription Manicure table is here to help identify which client nail type is best suited to which HONA product: 

Properties of the products

When it comes to prescriptive manicures, understanding the properties of each product is essential. The right choice depends on your client’s nail type, lifestyle, and goals. Whether they need added strength, flexibility, soak-off removal, or the ability to build length, HONA’s range of hypoallergenic products ensures there is a perfect match for every client.

The table below breaks down the key characteristics of True Sculpt, PureFoundation, PureBuild, SwiftTips, and BuilderPot to help you make informed recommendations. From whether a product requires a base coat to its flexibility, strength, and apex needs, this guide will support you in delivering the best results for your clients.

Product Breakdown 

True Sculpt CORE is medium to thick viscosity Hard Gel: 

• Versatile: Perfect for natural overlays and short to medium-length extensions on heavy-handed clients.  
• Medium/Thick viscosity: Thicker viscosity allows the product to cure to a hard finish while allowing subtle flex.   
• No Base coat required: Simply apply onto the nail or opt for a layer of PureBond

True Sculpt EXPRESS is are all in one hard gel with a built in topcoat and base coat: 

• Thinner Viscosity: Perfect for a quicker service and natural overlays.  
• All in one: Cures to a shiny finish with a built-in topcoat perfect for an express manicure option. 
• Adds strength: Designed to add structural support to weak/ brittle nails 

True Sculpt FIBRE is our thickest hard gel options infused with 10% fibreglass creating unparalleled strength when cured: 

• Hard Wearing: the ideal product for creating long extensions and repairing cracks in the natural nail 
• Adds strength: Perfect for heavy handed clients who require extra strentgh and want a structure created.   

PureFoundation is our universal builder gel that combines the strength of PureBuild with the versatility and flexibility of RubberBase: 

• Enhanced Adhesion: The Key ingredient in PureFoundation bonds with the keratin in the nail to produce long lasting results.  
• Versatile: Can be used as a builder gel option or the adhesive for our Swift Tips System.   
• No Base Coat Required: With no base coat required PureFoundation is the perfect product for an express manicure service 
• Weak Nails: Amazing for clients who require flexibility and have weak/brittle nails

PureBuild is our builder gel, which is designed to help support the growth of your natural nails, add thickness to thin nails and enhance overall nail strength: 

• Versatility: Ideal to promote natural nail growth, add thickness to thin nails and enhance overall strength 
• Built-in-primer: We recommend using Rubber Base Or Complete Base for a long lasting manicure  
• Easy Application/Removal: Convenient removal and application process 

BuilderPot:  We listened to your feedback and created BuilderPot, a UK  new formula that provides the strength and rigidity of a traditional builder gel, but in a pot for greater application control.

• Pot Application – Perfect for nail techs who prefer working from a pot, allowing precise control over product pickup and placement.
• Hypoallergenic & HEMA-Free – Free from HEMA, HPMA, IBOA, and TPO, ensuring the safest application for both you and your clients.
• Viscosity & Strength – A thin-medium consistency that allows precision work while still offering exceptional strength for structured manicures.
• Great for Weak Nails – Ideal for clients with brittle nails who need extra reinforcement.

Final Takeaways 

Offering a prescriptive manicure service allows you to tailor every treatment to your client’s individual needs, ensuring they get the best possible results while building trust and loyalty. Whether they need strength, flexibility, length, or reinforcement, HONA’s range of hypoallergenic, HEMA-free products ensures there is a perfect solution for every nail type.

By understanding the unique properties of each product, you can confidently recommend the right gel for every client, creating a personalised experience that sets your business apart.

Ready to take your services to the next level? Explore our full HONA range and start curating the perfect prescriptive manicure for your clients today.