Which Gel Do I Need? A Professional Guide to Planet Nails Gel Products
Planet Nails — Which Gel Do I Need?
Professional Product Decision Guide
1 — Product Overview
| Product | Type | Removal | Viscosity | Heat Spike | HEMA Free | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PUG | Hard Gel | File off | Multiple options | None | No | Extensions, strength, water/chemical exposure clients |
| Lastik | Soft Gel | Soak off | Medium | None | No | BIAB overlays, weak nails, nail art, gem adhesion |
| Lastik Plus | Soft Gel | Soak off | Medium-thick | None | No | Longer nails, structured manicures, tip overlays |
| Lastik HF | Soft Gel | Soak off | Thin-medium | None | Yes | HEMA-sensitive clients, overlays |
| Lastik HF Plus | Soft Gel | Soak off | Medium-thin | None | Yes | HEMA-sensitive clients needing structure/length |
| Stick 'n Float | Rubber Base | Soak off | Thin | None | Yes | Universal base under all systems, lifters, gel polish |
| Iconic | Polygel | File off | Thick paste | None | Yes | Extreme shapes, sculptures, extensions, repairs |
2 — Which Product Should I Use?
Does the client need extensions or extra length?
Yes
Extreme shapes / sculpted?
Yes
No
PUGHard Gel — file off
One-step extension
One-step extension
No — overlay / manicure
Is the client HEMA sensitive?
Yes
Need extra structure?
Yes
Lastik HF PlusSoak off · HEMA free
Structured overlays
Structured overlays
No
Lastik HFSoak off · HEMA free
Overlays & BIAB
Overlays & BIAB
No
Need extra structure / longer nails?
Yes
Lastik PlusSoak off
Structured overlays
Structured overlays
No
LastikSoak off
BIAB & overlays
BIAB & overlays
Always use as base coat under any of the above
Stick 'n FloatUniversal rubber base · HEMA & TPO free
Especially for lifters, oily nails, gel polish
Especially for lifters, oily nails, gel polish
3 — Use Case Matrix
| Use Case | PUG | Lastik | Lastik+ | Iconic | Stick 'n Float |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural nail overlay (BIAB) | ◐ | ● | ● | ◐ | ○ |
| Extensions over forms | ● | ◐ | ◐ | ● | ○ |
| Extreme shapes / sculpture | ◐ | ○ | ○ | ● | ○ |
| Tip overlays | ● | ● | ● | ● | ○ |
| Nail repairs | ◐ | ● | ● | ● | ○ |
| Rubber base under other systems | ○ | ● | ○ | ○ | ● |
| Problem lifters / oily nails | ◐ | ● | ● | ◐ | ● |
| Gem / glitter encapsulation | ○ | ● | ● | ◐ | ● |
| Water/chemical exposure clients | ● | ◐ | ◐ | ◐ | ◐ |
| Soak-off removal | ○ | ● | ● | ○ | ● |
● Ideal ◐ Possible ○ Not suitable
4 — Sensitivity Guide
Contains HEMA
Lastik / Lastik Plus
Use for clients with no known sensitivities. Delivers maximum flexibility and structure.
HEMA & TPO Free
Lastik HF / HF Plus
For clients with HEMA sensitivity. Same overlays and structured manicure options.
HEMA & TPO Free
Stick 'n Float
Cleanest formula. Safe rubber base for all clients including the most sensitive.
HEMA Free
Iconic (Polygel)
HEMA-free polygel. For clients who need strength and structure without HEMA exposure.
