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Gelous Thermal Heat Wave gel nail polish - photographed in New Zealand on model
Gelous Thermal Heat Wave gel nail polish - photographed in New Zealand on model
Gelous Thermal Heat Wave gel nail polish - photographed in New Zealand on model
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Gel Nail Polish

Thermal Heat Wave

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
17 Reviews
$14.99 NZD $25.00 NZD
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A sun-kissed sizzler, Thermal Heat Wave is your summertime staple. Thermal Gel Nail Polishes change colour in response to temperature changes.

Colour Coral to pink
Finish Glossy
Opacity Opaque
Lamp required
Base & Top Coat required
  1. Prep & dehydrate your nails.
    Optionally, apply pH Bond & Nail Primer.
  2. Apply Base Coat & cure under the Gel Nail Lamp.
    Optionally, apply Builder Gel.
  3. Apply 1-3 coats of Colour Coat & cure each coat under the Gel Nail Lamp.
  4. Apply Top Coat & cure under the Gel Nail Lamp.
  5. Apply Cuticle Oil.

For more detailed guidance, visit our How It Works page or browse Gelous nail tutorials on YouTube.

  • Bottle Size: 10mL.
  • Coverage: Buildable to full coverage.
  • Ingredients: Acrylates/Carbamate Copolymer, Acrylates Copolymer, Acrylates/Hydroxyesters Acrylates Copolymer, Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate, May Contain: Colour Pigments.
  • Colour Accuracy: Colours may appear differently on screen than in person due to differences in display settings, lighting, and skin tone.
  • Compatibility: Designed to cure with the Gelous Gel Nail Lamp and formulated to work seamlessly with all other Gelous Gel Nail Polish products.
  • Skin Contact: Avoid Gel Nail Polish touching your skin—wipe off immediately if this occurs.
  • UV Protection: Wearing Anti-UV Gloves or applying SPF 15–30 minutes before curing is a simple habit many customers use.
  • Use Gel Nail Polish away from sun and your Gel Nail Lamp when turned on.
  • Wipe bottle rims after use and close lids tightly.
  • Store upright in a cool, dark area with a steady temperature (avoid bathrooms). 
  • Ships within 1–2 business days. Delivered in 1–3 business days within NZ.
  • Free NZ shipping on orders over $100.
  • Pick-up available at our Auckland store—select at checkout.
  • 30-day money-back guarantee on all Starter Kits.
  • For full details visit our Shipping Policy and Returns Policy.
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Gel Manicure Results That Last

From smooth prep to chip-free colour and healthy growth—see how long-lasting Gelous gel nails really look.

Gelous prepped nails before a gel manicure - photographed in New Zealand on model
1

Prep

Smooth, clean nails ready for long-lasting gel adhesion.

Gelous Red Sass gel nail polish - photographed in New Zealand on model
2

Paint

Rich, even colour with a glossy, salon-quality finish.

Gelous Red Sass gel nail polish after 3 weeks of growth - photographed in New Zealand on model
3

Growth

Healthy, chip-free wear that lasts beautifully over time.

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
Based on 17 reviews
100%would recommend this product
Total 5 star reviews: 13 Total 4 star reviews: 4 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
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17 reviews
  • EG
    Erin G.
    Verified Buyer
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Regular Wear
    Skin Tone Cool (pinky with blue/purple veins)
    Skin Colour Medium
    9 months ago
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Regular Wear
    Skin Tone Cool (pinky with blue/purple veins)
    Skin Colour Medium
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    Lovely nude neutral with a thermal twist

    Putting this on was hard especially on top of the nude rubber base because you can't tell if you've gotten full coverage, so with 3 coats, it was a safe bet. Goes on nude at room temp and can get a yellowish hint when warmer. When cold, it's an interesting dark coral/peach and looks even darker at night.

    The thermal change is more subtle than the thermal Happy Hour, but still fascinating to watch.

    Shown in photos on top of a nude rubber base with rubber top coat and fine glitter accents.

    Colour AccuracyRated 4.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
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  • MR
    Michelle R.
    Verified Buyer
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Hard Wear
    Skin Tone Neutral (peachy with green/blue veins)
    Skin Colour Light
    1 year ago
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Hard Wear
    Skin Tone Neutral (peachy with green/blue veins)
    Skin Colour Light
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    Cool thermal effect

    It's cool when they change to coral, when washing hands with cold water. Bit disappointing that the main colour is pretty much clear. I have 5 coats on, over milky pink builder.

    Colour AccuracyRated 2.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
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  • TD
    Tanya D.
    Verified Buyer
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Hard Wear
    Skin Tone Neutral (peachy with green/blue veins)
    Skin Colour Medium
    21 seconds ago
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Hard Wear
    Skin Tone Neutral (peachy with green/blue veins)
    Skin Colour Medium
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Thalermal heat wave

    Love it… so pretty and easy to use

    Colour AccuracyRated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
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  • JJ
    Janine J.
    Verified Buyer
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Regular Wear
    Skin Tone Warm (yellowy with olive/green veins)
    Skin Colour Tan/Olive
    6 days ago
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Regular Wear
    Skin Tone Warm (yellowy with olive/green veins)
    Skin Colour Tan/Olive
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Colour change

    I love colour changing nail polish.

    Colour AccuracyRated 4.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
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  • NT
    Nicola T.
    Verified Buyer
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Regular Wear
    Skin Tone Warm (yellowy with olive/green veins)
    Skin Colour Tan/Olive
    2 months ago
    Level of daily wear on your hands (e.g. washing them a lot, gardening, working with your hands) Regular Wear
    Skin Tone Warm (yellowy with olive/green veins)
    Skin Colour Tan/Olive
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Warm colour

    Love the shade - can't wait to try this

    Colour AccuracyRated 4.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
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