Modeling gel is a material with a medium or more fluid consistency and pronounced self-leveling properties. It ensures fast workflow, is ideal for no-file techniques, but requires control to prevent flooding.
Polygel (acrygel) is a thick, moldable hybrid of gel and acrylic. It does not run, allows precise architecture and length building, and provides greater control, density, and rigidity.
Let’s compare Kodi Professional acrygels/polygels:
Texture & Performance:
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Dense material with high thixotropy (becomes more pliable when worked with a brush).
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Does not run and holds the desired shape well.
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Precisely fixes the free edge — ideal for sculpted French designs.
Strength:
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Very high, thanks to the combination of acrylic and gel properties.
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Resistant to mechanical stress.
Best for: strengthening natural nails, sculpted French, corrections, modeling any length and complex shapes.
Shade range: 6 shades (including clear).
Key feature: perfect for creating precise architecture and long nails.
Texture & Performance:
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Fine-grained formula.
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High elasticity and resilience.
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Distributes comfortably, creating a smooth surface.
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Holds apex height well.
Strength:
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Combines flexibility and rigidity.
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Easy to file during correction.
Best for: extensions, repairs, corrections, strengthening thin and weakened nails, working with upper and lower forms or without forms.
Shade range: nude and colored shades.
Key feature: a universal balance between strength and elasticity.
Let’s compare Kodi Professional modeling gels:
Texture & Performance:
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Medium-viscosity hard polymer.
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High thixotropy — does not run at rest but distributes easily during application.
Strength:
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Rigid material that holds the arch well.
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Suitable for length building and strong reinforcement.
Best for: leveling, extensions, corrections, sculpted French, working with forms.
Shade range: 13 nude shades (classic collection) + 5 glitter shades (Shine collection).
Key feature: a versatile product suitable for various techniques.
Texture & Performance:
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Medium-viscosity, comfortable consistency.
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Good thixotropic properties.
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Suitable for no-file techniques.
Strength:
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Stable, no shrinkage.
Best for: strengthening, leveling, modeling.
Shade range: 2 nude shades + clear.
Key feature: ideal for sensitive clients due to a low exothermic reaction — minimal heat during curing.
Texture & Performance:
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Medium consistency.
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Distributes evenly, minimizes the risk of flooding.
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Suitable for no-file techniques.
Strength:
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High resistance to chipping.
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No shrinkage.
Best for: extensions, strengthening, leveling.
Shade range: nude and colored shades.
Key feature: fast salon results with minimal finishing.
Texture & Performance:
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Medium-viscosity material with pronounced self-leveling properties.
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Easy to control, does not run.
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Pinches well and forms a defined arch.
Strength:
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Maintains shape reliably after curing.
Best for: no-file techniques, working with upper forms, leveling and modeling.
Shade range: nude shades.
Key feature: ideal for creating correct nail architecture with minimal effort.
Summary:
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For maximum rigidity and complex shapes — Express Acrylic Gel.
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For versatile work — Easy Duo Gel Medium Soft Art.
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For fast salon work without filing — Self Level Gel or Build It Up Gel.
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For sensitive clients — Cold Gel.