Gelous is New Zealand’s first DIY UV/LED Gel Nail Polish brand, offering salon-quality gel manicures at home. Our long-lasting, vegan, cruelty-free, 10-free Gel Polish applies smoothly, cures quickly, and removes easily. With expert-led tutorials and dedicated customer support, we make achieving professional gel manicures at home simple.

Gelous Gel Nail Polish applies just like regular nail polish but lasts over two weeks without fading, peeling, or chipping. Once cured under the Gelous UV/LED Gel Nail Lamp, nails are instantly hard and smudge-free, with a strong, high-shine finish that outperforms a regular manicure.

Gelous products are cruelty-free, vegan, and non-toxic (10-free), delivering high-quality results at an affordable price—kind to your nails, your wallet, and the planet.

Getting started is easy with our all-inclusive Starter Kits. Each kit includes step-by-step instructions, high-quality Manicure Tools, stunning Gel Nail Polishes, and our reliable Gel Nail Lamp—everything you need for salon-quality results at home. Already have some of the essentials? You can also shop our products individually to expand your collection.

Gelous Gel Nail Polish is applied in thin coats over prepped nails and cured under our Gel Nail Lamp for long-lasting results. Start with nail prep, then apply Base Coat, optional Builder Gel, 2–3 thin layers of Colour Coat, and finish with Top Coat, curing each layer for 60 seconds.

For a flawless at-home UV/LED Gel Nail Polish application, the most important step is proper nail preparation. This ensures your manicure lasts as long as possible while protecting your natural nails. Begin by applying Cuticle Remover to soften the skin, then gently push back your cuticles with an Orangewood Cuticle Stick or Cuticle Pusher. If necessary, trim any dead skin with Cuticle Nippers, shape your nails with Nail Clippers and a 180 Grit Nail File, and buff the nail surface until it looks dull—paying extra attention to the sides and cuticle area to help prevent lifting.

Use a Dust Brush to sweep away dust, then wash and dry your hands thoroughly. Wear Anti-UV Gloves to protect your skin from UV exposure, or Apply sunscreen 15–30 minutes before continuing.

Next, wipe each nail with a Lint Free Wipe soaked in Gel Nail Polish Remover or use a Pure Acetone Wipe to remove oils and dehydrate the nail plate. If you’re using pH Bond or Nail Primer, apply a thin coat of each and let them air dry for 60 seconds.

Once your prep is complete, it’s time to apply the Gel Nail Polish. Start with a Base Coat layer, followed by an optional Builder Gel layer, 2-3 layers of Colour Coat, and finally a Top Coat layer. Each layer of Nail Gel cures in just 60 seconds under the Gelous UV/LED Lamp.

For additional guidance and expert advice on creating long-lasting gel manicures and pedicures, visit our How It Works or Frequently Asked Questions pages, where you'll discover plenty of helpful tips and tricks.

Gelous Gel Nail Polish can be safely removed by soaking off or e-filing off. To soak off, buff the Top Coat, soak the nails in Gel Nail Polish Remover, then gently push off the softened Gel Polish. To e-file off, use the E-File Pen and the appropriate Drill Bit to gently file off your Gel Nail Polish.

To remove your Gel Nail Polish using the soak-off method, start by gently buffing the nail surface with your Gelous Nail File or 240 Grit Sanding Band to remove the shiny Top Coat. Then, cover each nail with a Lint Free Wipe soaked in Gel Nail Polish Remover, or a Pure Acetone Wipe, clipping in place with the Nail Polish Removal Clips. Leave it for 15 minutes, then gently remove the Gel Polish with your Removal Tool or Orangewood Cuticle Sticks.

For a faster removal of Gel Nail Polish, confident users can use the E-File Pen. Pair it with a 240 Grit Sanding Drill Bit for natural nails or stronger bits such as the Typhoon or Barrel Ball Drill Bits for manicures that include Builder Gel.

To complete your gel manicure, massage Cuticle Oil into your nails and skin to nourish, strengthen and protect. Our Cuticle Oils are available in a range of sweet, floral, and fruity fragrances, and are specially formulated to leave your nails and cuticles revitalised and healthy.

View our complete Application Guide and Removal Guide for all your gel manicure needs.

Gelous Gel Nail Polish works by curing under specific UV/LED wavelengths, transforming liquid gel into a hard, long-lasting coating. Each layer is applied in thin coats and cured under the Gelous Gel Nail Lamp to create a strong, smudge-free gel manicure with a high-shine finish.

Gel Nail Polish hardens during the curing process rather than air-drying. When it is exposed to the 365+405nm wavelengths emitted by the Gelous Gel Nail Lamp, it undergoes a curing process that transforms the liquid gel into a strong, long-lasting coating.

Our Gel Nail Lamp uses 30 dual-wave LEDs designed to last up to 50,000 hours, curing faster and more safely than traditional UV bulbs. Each Gelous formula is developed to cure precisely at these wavelengths, ensuring consistent, effective, and safe results every time.

For step-by-step application and removal instructions, view our complete Application Guide and Removal Guide.

Gelous offers Starter Kits with a wide range of Gel Nail Polish colours for beginners and at-home gel lovers alike. Expand your collection with nail art supplies, Chrome Powders, French Manicure Packs, and specialty Gel Nail Polish. We also offer high-quality manicure and pedicure tools, UV/LED Gel Nail Lamps, E-File Pens, and essential accessories—everything you need for at-home application, removal, nail art, and aftercare.

Starter Kits & Packs

If you’re new to the gel manicures, our convenient Gel Nail Polish Starter Kits are the perfect choice. Choose from our Basic Kit, Essentials Kit, Starter Kit, Super Starter Kit, or Ultimate Kit. These popular kits include UV/LED Nail Lamps, Base Coats, Top Coats, Colour Coats of your choice, and manicure tool packs. Upgrade your gel manicure kit with Rubber Base Coat, Specialty Gel Nail Polishes and Rubber Top Coat, or add-on pH Bond, Nail Primer, Builder Gel and Nail Polish Remover. You'll have everything you need to kickstart your at-home gel manicure journey.

Gel Nail Polish Colours

Discover hundreds of Gel Nail Polish colours to suit every season, occasion, and style. Choose shades perfect for Summer, Winter, Spring, Autumn, as well as special collections for Festivals, Parties, Christmas, Halloween, Valentine’s Day, and New Year’s. Our range covers every style, from Black, White, Blue, Green, Glitter, Metallic, Grey, Neon, Nude, Brown, Orange, Yellow, Pink, Red, and Purple, to Velvet,Fluro, Temperature-Changing, Thermal, Bright, French Manicure, Sheer, Pastel, Blooming, Builder Gel in a Bottle, Rubber Base Coats and Rubber Top Coats. Buy individually, or save with our Gel Nail Polish Bundle deal.

Nail Art Supplies

Get creative with nail art using our Nail Art Tools, including Nail Art Brushes, Dust Brushes, Dotting Tools, Silicone Tools, Resin Nail Art Palettes, Swatch Sticks and Swatch Wheels.

Add instant style with Rhinestones, Pearls, Gems, Metallic Leaf Foils, Charms, or Nail Stickers in colours like gold, silver, champagne, black, white, pink, blue, green, and purple. Choose from patterns including hearts, flowers, henna, ocean, stars, moons, fruits, rainbows, snakes, and more.

Chrome Powder

Create the latest nail trends from home with our stunning range of high-shine Chrome Powders. Choose from Holographic Chrome Powder, Aurora Chrome Powder, Mirror Chrome Powder, and Glaze Chrome Powder—perfect for adding an ultra-reflective finish to any gel manicure. Recreate the viral Hailey Bieber ‘Glazed Donut’ nails using our White Glaze Chrome Powder, or experiment with bold metallic looks that turn heads.

French Tips

For a timeless, effortlessly sophisticated gel manicure look, try French tips, featuring crisp white tips on a natural sheer Gel Nail Polish base. Simplify your application with our French Nail Tip Guides and Silicone Nail Stamper, designed to help you achieve flawless French tips with ease and precision.

E-File Pen & Drill Bits

Save time on removal while enjoying complete control over the process with our E-File Pen. Whether you're prepping the nail plate, tidying cuticles, debulking Builder Gelor removing Gel Nail Polish layers, this product is a must-have. With high-quality Drill Bits including the Typhoon Ceramic Drill Bit, Barrel Ball Ceramic Drill Bit, Cuticle Ceramic Drill Bit, Tapered Barrel Ceramic Drill Bit, Sanding Drill Bit, Small Sanding Drill Bit, Cuticle Diamond Drill Bit, Cuticle Polisher Diamond Drill Bit, you'll find it easier and faster than ever to create salon-quality gel manicures at home.

Gel Manicure Tools

Experience easy, professional-quality at-home Gel Nail Polish application and removal with our extensive range of DIY Gel Manicure Tools. Choose from essentials like Nail Polish Remover Pens, Lint Free Wipes, Dust Brushes, Nail Files, and Orangewood Cuticle Sticks, as well as Manicure and Pedicure Removal Clips, Nail Painting Finger Rests, and Pedicure Toe Separators. For safe and effective removal, explore our Gel Nail Polish Gel Nail Polish Removal Tools, Gelous Gel Nail Polish Remover, Cuticle Pusher, Nail Clippers and Cuticle Nippers. Repair and strengthen with our Fibre Gel Nail Repair, and nourish your nails and hands between manicures with Gelous Cuticle Oil and Aromatherapy Co Hand Cream.

To make your Gelous gel manicure last longer, focus on thorough nail prep, avoiding Gel Nail Polish on the cuticles or skin, applying thin coats, proper curing under the Gelous UV/LED Gel Nail Lamp, and good aftercare. Small improvements in prep and technique make the biggest difference to wear time.

If you are new to Gel Nail Polish, don’t be disheartened if your first few manicures don’t last as long as expected. Achieving long-lasting wear often comes down to small details in your prep and application technique. Minor mistakes are common when starting out, but once you refine your process, you’ll enjoy consistently flawless gel manicures. Practice really does make perfect.

Tips and Tricks

• Read our Application Guide and watch our YouTube tutorials before starting.
• Always use Gelous Base Coat, Colour Coat, Top Coat, and Gel Nail Lamp together. Our Gel Nail Polish and UV/LED Gel Nail Lamp are formulated to work as a system, curing at 365+405nm for a safe and effective cure. Avoid mixing brands, as incompatible lamps or polishes can under-cure, leading to poor wear, lifting, or potential nail and skin damage.
• Address weak or flexible nails. If your nails are naturally weak or bend easily, Gel Nail Polish may not hold properly and can crack or lift. Start by applying a layer of Rubber Base Coat to add flexibility and improve adhesion. If additional strength is needed, apply one or two thin coats of Builder Gel. As your nails grow longer, you can also build an apex with Builder Gel to improve structure and durability.
• Nail prep is critical for long-lasting wear. Apply Cuticle Remover to loosen overgrown cuticle and the eponychium, then gently push it back with a Cuticle Pusher, or Orangewood Cuticle Stick. Trim and shape your nails, then gently buff the nail surface with the fine side of a Nail File, removing any shine. 
• Clean nails thoroughly after buffing, as any residual buffing dust, oil or other contaminants can reduce adhesion and affect the longevity of your Gel Nail Polish. Brush away buffing dust with the Dust Brush, then apply Gel Nail Polish Remover to a Lint Free Wipe, or use a Pure Acetone Wipe to thoroughly clean the surface of your nails. Pay attention to the area under your nails and around the cuticles.
• Apply pH Bond to dehydrate the nail plate, followed by a thin layer of Nail Primer to ensure maximum adhesion.
• Apply Gel Nail Polish in thin, even coats. Take care around the cuticles and sidewalls, where product can build up and cause lifting. Remove excess Gel Nail Polish from the brush by circling it around the inside of the bottle neck before applying.
• Cap each coat of Gel Nail Polish by running the brush horizontally across the free edge of your nail. For shorter nails, use a Nail Art Brush to cap cleanly.
• When applying, start in the centre of the nail then gently push the Gel Nail Polish toward the cuticle without touching it. Leave a thin gap between the Gel Polish and cuticle when applying to avoid lifting as your nail plate grows.
• Aim to avoid getting any Gel Nail Polish on your skin or cuticle, however if you do, remove it before curing with an Nail Polish Remover Pen, Orangewood Cuticle Stick, Nail Art Brush or Silicone Tool. 
• Avoid washing dishes or using cleaning products without gloves, use Cuticle Oil regularly to keep your nails looking fresh for longer. If you notice a snag, gently file it down to prevent catching and further damage.

Gelous Gel Nail Polish is safe for your nails when applied and removed correctly. It is 10-free, vegan, and cruelty-free, meaning it’s free from 10 harmful chemicals traditionally found in nail products.

To keep nails healthy, avoid applying Gel Nail Polish to the skin or cuticles and resist picking or peeling your Gel Polish, as this can remove layers of the natural nail. For safe, thorough curing, always use the complete Gelous system: Gelous Base Coat, Gelous Colour Coat, and Gelous Top Coat, each cured with the Gelous UV/LED Gel Nail Lamp.

For best results, follow our Application Guide and Removal Guide, and use Builder Gel and Nail Care products to support nail strength and protection.

Gelous Gel Nail Polish is beginner-friendly and designed for at-home use. Our Starter Kits include everything you need for your first gel manicure, along with step-by-step guides and video tutorials to support you through the process.

If you need extra help, our customer service team is always happy to answer questions and offer guidance. You can also join our Facebook Community Group to connect with other Gelous users, share tips, find inspiration, and learn from real at-home Gel Nail Polish users.

A gel manicure requires the use of a Base Coat, Colour Coat and Top Coat, with each layer cured under a UV/LED Gel Nail Lamp. The Gelous system is designed so these products work together to achieve correct curing and consistent wear.

Skipping steps such as the Base Coat or Top Coat, or attempting to cure Gel Polish without a Gel Nail Lamp, can result in poor performance, including lifting, chipping, or incomplete curing, and may increase the risk of nail or skin damage.

The Gelous UV/LED Gel Nail Lamp uses 365+405nm dual-wavelength technology, emitting two specific UV wavelengths required to activate the photoinitiators in Gelous Gel Nail Polish. Gelous formulas are developed to cure at these wavelengths to support even, thorough curing.

Although 365+405nm is a commonly used curing specification, combining gel polishes and lamps from different brands is not recommended. Mismatched products may lead to incomplete curing, reduced wear, or potential nail damage.

For the best results and optimal safety, the Gelous system is intended to be used as a complete set of compatible products.