PUG Rosy is a permanent, file-off hard gel in a warm pinky nude — self-levelling, high-gloss, and built for technicians who want a natural-looking result with serious hard gel strength behind it.

With a medium-thick consistency that flows easily from the brush and self-levels beautifully, PUG Rosy is well suited to overlays, tip overlays, and shorter sculptures. The warm pinky nude tone at approximately 70% coverage evens out nail colour, adds a soft flush of warmth, and delivers a polished, skin-flattering finish that works as a standalone result or as a base for French and neutral nail styles.

HEMA-free and TPO-free, formulated in the EU to EU cosmetic regulations. Low heat profile. File off only.

Available in 25ml. Also available in 45ml.

USE CASES

Hard Gel Structured Manicure / Overlay

Applied over a Planet Nails rubber base on the natural nail, PUG Rosy builds structure, an apex, and hard gel strength with a warm pinky nude finish. The self-levelling consistency flows and settles into an even layer, producing a polished result that works as a complete standalone finish or as a base for gel polish and nail art.

Tip Overlay

Apply over tip extensions as a structural overlay. The medium-thick consistency flows over the tip and blends into the natural nail, with the warm pinky nude tone softening the tip join and adding a natural warmth to the finished nail.

Short Sculptures Over Forms

PUG Rosy can be used for short sculptures over forms. For longer or high-structure builds requiring extended working time, PUG Builder Clear is recommended. For precision sculpting where non-self-levelling control is required, see PUG Fortify Rosy.

French and Neutral Nail Styles

The warm pinky nude base makes PUG Rosy a natural fit for French manicures, neutral nail styles, and everyday wear. Wear it clean as a polished standalone finish, or pair with a white tip for a classic French look with hard gel durability.

Hard Gel Infill / Rebalance

Use PUG Rosy to infill and rebalance existing hard gel overlays at the regrowth appointment. De-bulk as needed, apply to the new growth area and blend over the existing product, then cure and file to finish.

APPLICATION — STANDARD PROTOCOL

ABOUT PUG ROSY

PUG — Planet Ultimate Gel — was built on a love of dogs and a determination to make hard gel accessible without compromising on performance. Strong, self-levelling, and low-heat, the PUG range has grown to offer a solution for every hard gel need and working style — and Rosy is the warm, wearable pinky nude of the family.

PUG Rosy combines the adhesion of a base gel, the strength and durability of a hard builder, and the high-gloss scratch-resistant finish of a top glaze — all in one product. The medium-thick consistency flows and self-levels readily, making it well suited to overlays, tip overlays, and natural-finish nail styles where a polished, skin-flattering result is the goal.

HEMA-free and TPO-free, formulated in the EU to EU cosmetic regulations, PUG Rosy has a low heat profile compared to traditional hard gels — though as with all hard gel builders, a heat conversation with new clients before the service is always recommended.

For precision work — armouring, restoration, dual forms, and sculpting where a non-self-levelling consistency is required — see PUG Fortify Rosy. For a hard gel in a brush-on bottle format in a similar tone, see PUGGLE Petal.

UNDERSTANDING HEAT SPIKES

Every gel curing reaction releases some heat as part of the chemistry. When the cure is slow and controlled, heat dissipates gradually and the client feels little to nothing. When it is fast, heat is released all at once — and the client may experience a heat spike.

Hard gel builders form more bonds during curing than soft gels, which means more heat is generated as a category. PUG Rosy is formulated with controlled photo initiators to regulate this process and the HEMA and TPO free formula delivers a low heat profile — but individual sensitivity still varies and a heat conversation with new clients is always worthwhile.

Key factors that increase heat spike risk:

Educate every new client about the possibility of a heat spike and what to do if it occurs before the service begins. A brief conversation upfront prevents a painful experience mid-service.

REMOVAL

PUG Rosy is a permanent hard gel — it is file off only and cannot be removed with acetone.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the difference between PUG Rosy and PUG Fortify Rosy?

Both share the same warm pinky nude tone but behave very differently. PUG Rosy is a self-levelling hard gel — it flows from the brush and settles into an even layer, making it ideal for overlays, tip overlays, and a faster application style. PUG Fortify Rosy is thixotropic and does not self-level — it holds its position on the nail and is designed for precision work including armouring, restoration, dual forms, and freehand sculpting. Both are HEMA-free and TPO-free.

What is the difference between PUG Rosy and PUGGLE Petal?

Both are pinky nude hard gels but differ in format and consistency. PUG Rosy comes in a jar and is applied with a separate gel brush — it has a medium-thick self-levelling consistency. PUGGLE Petal comes in a bottle with a built-in oval brush and has a thinner, more fluid consistency designed to self-level from the brush with minimal manipulation. PUGGLE Petal is also suitable for a no-file finish on the right client — PUG Rosy will typically require some filing to finish.

Is PUG Rosy HEMA-free and TPO-free?

Yes. PUG Rosy is both HEMA-free and TPO-free, manufactured in the EU to EU cosmetic regulations.

What base should I use under PUG Rosy?

Any Planet Nails rubber base — Stick 'n Float, Lastik, or Lastik HF — whichever best suits your client. A rubber base provides a flexible bridging layer between the natural nail and the hard gel above, improves retention, and creates a soak-off pathway that significantly reduces removal time. Always apply Sticky Bond or Sticky Bond HF to the natural nail before the base coat.

Can PUG Rosy be soaked off?

No — PUG Rosy is a permanent hard gel and must be filed off. However, if a Planet Nails rubber base was applied underneath, you can file through the hard gel layer down to the base and soak off the remaining base with acetone, significantly reducing total removal time.

Which size should I choose — 25ml or 45ml?

The 25ml is ideal for trialling the shade or for technicians who rotate across multiple PUG colours. The 45ml is the better value option for technicians who use PUG Rosy as a primary builder across a full client schedule.