Sophia Delgado
Planet Nails is a wholesale distributor of professional nail and beauty products, including gel nail products. The company offers a Planet Ultimate Gel Try Me Kit, which is a HEMA-free single-process hard gel that provides absolute control without the bite of traditional hard gels. The kit combines the adhesion of a base gel, the strength of a hard builder gel, and the shine and scratch resistance of a top glaze. It is important to note that Planet Nails sells only to trained professionals and assumes that customers are educated in nail and beauty technology, understanding how to use the products correctly.
How to do Planet Nails Gel
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Type of gel | Soak-off gels (Lastik, Planet Gel Polish, Planet Gel Paints), Harder gels (PUG Gel), and UV/LED gels |
| Heat generation | Soak-off gels produce less heat, Harder gels produce more heat, and UV/LED gels are designed to react fast and create more heat |
| Lamp type | Use an LED lamp with a setting for hard gels to reduce heat |
| Application | Do not apply gel too thick, especially on clients with thin or damaged nails |
| Client experience | Educate clients about the possibility of heat spikes and how to deal with them |
| Product use | Planet Nails products are only for trained professionals over the age of 18. Incorrect use of the products could result in damage to nails/skin |
| Adhesion | PUG gel offers superior adhesion to natural nails, perfect for clients exposed to water or chemicals |
| Feel and wear | Light in feel and wear, providing up to 4 weeks of flawless wear without fear of cracking or chipping |
| Viscosities | Various viscosities offer a solution for every need and demand |
| Application process | PUG applies effortlessly smooth and levels itself, offering the ability to form nail extensions in one step |
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What You'll Learn
The Planet Ultimate Gel Try Me Kit
Before you begin, it's important to educate yourself on the possibility of a heat spike and how to deal with one. This is important information to pass on to your client before you start the gel application.
The kit includes PUG, a HEMA-free single-process hard gel that gives you control without the bite of traditional hard gels. PUG combines the adhesion of a base gel, the strength of a hard builder gel, and the high-gloss shine of a top glaze. It offers superior adhesion to natural nails, making it perfect for clients who are constantly exposed to water or chemicals, such as nurses or hairdressers. PUG is light to wear and provides up to four weeks of flawless wear without any fear of cracking or chipping.
The kit also includes Planet Gel Polish, which is also HEMA-free and comes in a variety of colours. The polish can be cured using a UV/LED lamp, and it offers a high-gloss shine and scratch resistance. The kit provides excellent value for money, with a 15% discount on the usual price.
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How to avoid heat spiking
Heat spikes are a common issue with gel nails, and they can be very uncomfortable for clients. Here are some detailed tips on how to avoid heat spiking when doing planet nails gel:
Firstly, it is important to understand what causes heat spikes. Heat spikes are the result of an exothermic reaction, where heat is generated as bonds are formed during the polymerization process that hardens the gel. This process can cause a large amount of heat to be released, especially if there is a lot of gel applied to the nail.
To avoid heat spiking, the key is to reduce the amount of heat generated. This can be done by using less gel. Apply the gel in thin, even layers, rather than one thick coat. This will not only reduce the heat but also ensure a better cure. Additionally, be sure to use a lamp that is matched to your product. Using the wrong lamp can cause the gel to cure too quickly, leading to heat spikes. If necessary, use an LED lamp with a setting for hard gels, as these have less output and will reduce the heat experienced by the client.
If your client does experience a heat spike, instruct them to remove their hand from the light and push down on the top of the lamp with their fingertips. This will help relieve the burning sensation. You can also try the ''hand upside down' trick, where the client starts the cure with their hand upside down, then slowly turns it right-side up. This can help reduce the intensity of the heat spike.
Finally, always ensure you are using compatible products. Mixing incompatible monomer liquid and polymer powder can cause the reaction to happen too fast, resulting in a heat spike. Also, be sure to never over-file the nail plate, as this can reduce the protective barrier between the nail bed and the heat from the product.
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The benefits of Soak-off gels
To create planet nails, you can use soak-off gel polishes, which offer a wide array of colours and several benefits over traditional nail polishes.
Soak-off gels are painted on with a brush, and each layer is cured and dried under a UV light. This drying process takes only minutes, preventing smudging and dents. In addition, the gels last from 2-3 weeks without chipping. Unlike traditional nail enhancements, soak-off gels do not require drilling or filing down your nails, which can be damaging. Soak-off gels can be applied directly to natural nails, and you can even add length if desired. If you want to change your nail colour mid-manicure, you can simply paint over the soak-off gel with regular nail polish, which can be removed with a non-acetone remover.
The removal process for soak-off gels is also straightforward. You can either pay to have the polish professionally removed or do it yourself at home. To remove the gel polish at home, you can use the soak-off method, which involves soaking a piece of cotton in acetone, wrapping your nail with aluminium foil, and then removing the gel. Alternatively, board-certified dermatologist Shari Lipner recommends using plastic food wrap instead of aluminium foil. This method can help protect your skin from acetone, which can be irritating and damaging. After removing the gel polish, it is essential to wash your hands with a gentle soap and water to remove any remaining acetone. You can then apply petroleum jelly to your cuticles and the surrounding skin to reduce any irritation.
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The difference between UV/LED gels and regular UV gels
To achieve planet nails gel, you will need a gel nail lamp to cure your gel nail polish. There are different types of gel nail lamps available, including UV/LED, LED, and traditional UV lamps.
The difference between UV/LED and regular UV gel nail lamps lies in the type of light they use to cure gel nail polish. Here is a detailed comparison between the two:
UV/LED Gel Nail Lamps:
- UV/LED gel nail lamps use LED bulbs that operate on the UV spectrum, emitting both UV and LED light.
- They emit Ultraviolet-A (UVA) rays, which are considered safer for humans compared to Ultraviolet-B (UVB) rays.
- These lamps can cure gel nail polish in a shorter time, usually within 60 seconds per coat.
- The LED bulbs have a longer lifespan, lasting up to 50,000 hours without needing replacement.
- They do not generate as much heat as traditional UV lamps.
Regular UV Gel Nail Lamps:
- Regular UV gel nail lamps use traditional UV bulbs that emit broad UV wavelengths.
- They take longer to cure gel nail polish, typically between 8 and 10 minutes.
- The UV bulbs require frequent replacement, usually every 6 months, due to their shorter lifespan.
- These lamps generate more heat compared to UV/LED lamps.
It is important to note that regardless of the type of lamp used, the curing process involves the emission of UV rays, which interact with the gel nail polish to transform it into a hard coating. Therefore, it is recommended to use cuticle oil and hydrating hand cream regularly to nourish your hands and maintain healthy nails.
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How to correctly use the products
To correctly use the products, it is recommended that you first ask clients if they have had gel nails before and if they have ever experienced a heat spike. You should also examine the client's nails for signs of pre-existing damage. Educate your client about the possibility of a heat spike and how to deal with one before starting the gel application. Soak-off gels are less prone to heat generation, whereas harder gels like PUG Gel form more bonds and generate more heat. UV/LED gels are designed to react fast and, as a result, create more heat than regular UV gels. To avoid heat spiking, use a lamp that is matched to your product and don't apply the gel too thickly, especially on clients with thin or damaged nails.
Planet Nails only sells to trained professionals over the age of 18, so it is assumed that customers purchasing products are educated in nail/beauty technology and understand how to use the products correctly. Incorrect use of the products could result in damage to nails or skin, and Planet Nails will not be held liable for incorrect use of products or any other losses suffered as a result.
The Planet Ultimate Gel Try Me Kit is a HEMA-free single-process hard gel that offers absolute control without the bite of a traditional hard gel. PUG combines the adhesion of a base gel, the strength and durability of a hard builder gel, and the high-gloss shine and scratch resistance of a top glaze. It applies smoothly and levels itself, offering the ability to form nail extensions in one step. PUG is perfect for clients who are constantly exposed to water or chemicals, such as nurses or hairdressers. It provides a light feel and up to four weeks of flawless wear without any fear of cracking or chipping.
If a client experiences any heat during the application, they should pull their hand out of the light and push down on the top of the lamp with their fingertips to relieve the burning sensation.
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Frequently asked questions
The Planet Ultimate Gel Try Me Kit is a HEMA-free single-process hard gel that offers control without the bite of traditional hard gel. It combines the adhesion of a base gel, the strength of a hard builder gel, and the shine and scratch resistance of a top glaze.
The Planet Ultimate Gel provides up to four weeks of flawless wear without any fear of cracking or chipping.
Planet Nails sells only to trained professionals over the age of 18. Any information on the website is not meant to replace training. Incorrect use of the products could result in damage to nails or skin.
To avoid heat spiking, use a lamp that's matched to your product and don't apply the gel too thick, especially on clients with thin or damaged nails. You can also use an LED lamp that has a setting for hard gels as these lamps have less output and will reduce the amount of heat experienced by your client.
If your client experiences a heat spike, ask them to pull their hand out of the light and push down on the top of the lamp with their fingertips to relieve the burning sensation.
