The Planet Nails Blog

Welcome to Our Knowledge Hub! 

Hey Planet Nails Family! 

We know you're amazing at what you do, and we're here to support you every step of the way. We've created these blogs to help you gain a deeper understanding of the products you use every day. From decoding ingredients to reading Safety Data Sheets (SDS), we want to empower you with knowledge that enhances your expertise.

Whether you're curious about what makes your products work or just want to stay informed, these blogs are here for you. Dive in if you're interested, or feel free to pass them by if you're already on top of things. Remember, we're always here to help and encourage you to ask questions if there's anything you don't understand.

Happy reading, and keep shining! ✨

 

One system doesn't fill ALL Clients.

Nail Tech Habits A closer look at Lastik, Lastik Plus, PUG, PUGGLE, Fortify and Stick 'n Float — and why the same routine can work on 19 clients and fail on the 20th. "I use the same two products on every client, and it's only ever c

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26 August 2026

Top Selling Gel Polish from Jan - July 2026

Planet Nails · Shade Report Top 10 Gel Polish Shades Carrying 2026 So Far Six months of sales, ten shades that refused to sit on the shelf. Quick answer: OOH, OYO and ONO are still the shades to beat halfway through 2026 — but ADA

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14 August 2026

Using a new product and it's not working for you?

Nail Tech Habits Have You Actually Read the How-To? Why the biggest cause of poor results isn't the product you chose, it's the instructions you skipped. Most nail techs buy from more than one supplier. Sales, restocks, trying somethi

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14 August 2026

One system doesn't fill ALL Clients.

If the same routine works on 19 clients and fails on the 20th, is the product the problem — or the nail plate? A closer look at the PN Gel Products and how to choose the right system for the client in your chair.

26 August 2026

Why Nail Biter Clients Keep Losing Product

Nail biter clients lifting no matter what primer you use? Learn why their nail plate fails and the appointment strategy that actually fixes retention.

13 August 2026

The Callux Retail Creams - which, when and why

Not all foot creams work the same way. This guide breaks down all 7 Callux creams for nail/pedi technicians — what each one does, which client needs it, and what to say at the end of the service.

7 July 2026

Just because it glows does not mean it cures

Your gel lamp can still glow and still under-cure. Learn how gel lamp lifespan affects cure quality and when it's time to replace yours.

1 July 2026

Is PUGGEL right for you?

A guide to PUGGLE — the hard gel liquid builder. Who it suits, best client types, and how it compares to PUG hard gel.

30 June 2026

Rubber Base 101

Everything nail technicians need to know about rubber bases — what they do, how they bond, and how to choose between Lastik, Lastik HF and Stick 'n Float for every client.

27 May 2026

Dual Cure Lamps Explained

How dual cure nail lamps work, what wavelength mismatch does to your cure, and how to choose the right lamp for your salon or studio.

18 March 2026

Why "Fully Cured" is a MYTH!!!

Learn why "fully cured" isn't achievable in gel nails, what proper cure means, and how undercured gel causes client sensitisation.

17 March 2026