K18 Professional Molecular Repair Hair Mist

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Krupa Koestline, a cosmetic biochemist who has worked with brands that strive to create naturally derived products. She is based in Orlando, Florida. K18 is not organic because only natural ingredients can be certified organic. K18 uses both natural and synthetic ingredients because we prioritize cleanliness and safety. No, the formula is lightweight and works from within the hair so hair is left feeling clean and light. Ten years of bioscience research went into the creation of the patented K18 peptide, including scanning and analyzing 1,242 decapeptides. In plain English—this is serious science.

K18Peptide™ is not able to regenerate bonds in the presence of too much water inside the cortex. However, the hair needs to be slightly damp to help with penetration of the product into the hair. K18 Mask is a post-service treatment that repairs damage caused during any salon service, and with a pH level of 5.0-6.0, helps to close the cuticle and seal in the peptide, with added lightweight conditioning benefits to keep hair smooth and soft.Working with a skincare research scientist, K18 patented a series of bioactive sequences of keratin decapeptides that interact with larger keratin molecules in human hair, a breakthrough that makes hair repair theoretically possible. The PRO mist is a simplified formula without added emollients to not interfere with chemical and color services. pH of 7.5-8.0 makes the treatment more efficient for optimal application pre-service. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse out) and if needed, dry the hair prior to beginning relaxer application. If cutting, you may start right away. If toning, use K18 Mask then apply toner over K18 Mask. Process as usual. Rinse/shampoo toner, towel-dry thoroughly. Reapply K18 Mask as per instructions above. Style as usual.

Wait 3-4 shampoos post-treatment before using the K18 molecular repair hair mask in the salon or at home. The professional option — which includes a mist and the leave-in mask — may not be as intuitive as other standalone treatments, though. "It's not confusing, but you do need to memorize when to use what product and how much you leave the product in before rinsing," says Austin-based hairstylist Daniel Kim. "It is a less-straightforward treatment system than others." Kim also says he would recommend this product, as his clients' hair does feel softer and more conditioned after use, but he wasn't positive if the patented ingredients in K18 were truly repairing the hair. Who Should Use K18?

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Towel dry hair, then apply 1-3 pumps of K18 professional molecular repair hair mask based on your client’s length and density, only to the ends and mid-lengths (avoiding the root). This PRO-exclusive product helps services apply and perform better, leaves hair healthier, and color lasts longer. Works in just 4 minutes in a convenient spray-on format. Towel dry hair, then apply 1-3 pumps of K18 professional molecular repair hair mask based on your client’s length and density, starting at the ends and working up towards the roots. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse out). Then follow with the recommended shampoo per your keratin straightener service instructions. Apply 4-9 sprays of K18 Professional Molecular Repair Hair Mist (300ml) per quadrant based on length and density.

Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse), then apply 1-3 drops of K18 molecular repair hair oil to mid-lengths and ends.We do not recommend using K18 Mist or Mask prior to Brazilian or Keratin treatments. However, we do recommend that you use our K18 Mask on your first hair wash after treatment and for 6 consecutive times after. Before the service, apply K18 professional molecular repair hair mist. Wait 4 minutes. Do not rinse out. Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol with a wax-like consistency. It is often used in hair care conditioning formulas because of its smoothing and softening qualities. It does not contain ethanol and therefore is used in products that are marketed as alcohol-free. In chemistry, the term “alcohol” is used to describe a broad range of organic compounds. Although the ingredients have “alcohol” in the name, they all behave differently and serve different functions in a formula. Many of them are very different in appearance and function from Denatured or Isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol. Benzyl alcohol is an aromatic alcohol used at 0.5% in the formulas and acts as a preservative. It does not contain ethanol and therefore is used in products that are marketed as alcohol-free.

The in-salon K18 Treatment promises to protect hair and lessen damage. It improves color uniformity and longevity, and adds strength, shine and manageability, according to K18 Hair. Here’s what the service looks like: The K18 Treatment can be used with any existing service you offer. It works with any color, chemical treatment or existing bond builder you already use. If cutting, you may start right away. If toning, use K18 Mask then apply toner over K18 Mask. Process as usual. Rinse/shampoo toner, reapply K18 Mask as per instructions above. Apply 1-3 pumps of K18 professional molecular repair hair mask based on your client’s length and density, starting at the ends and working up towards the roots. Unlike bond builders, this isn’t a temporary fix. According to Connaghan, this biosciences discovery, 10 years in the making, can progressively renew the hair’s keratin dimer structure (which is key to repairing hair) while also reconforming the disulfide bonds that traditional bond builders temporarily strengthen.Spray K18 Mist section by section onto hair prior to chemical service, then wait four minutes before proceeding with the service. If toning, use K18 PRO mist first, wait 4 minutes, then apply toner directly over PRO mist. Process as usual. Rinse or shampoo toner + apply K18 PRO mask per instructions above. Apply 1-3 drops of K18 molecular repair hair oil to mid-lengths and ends on dry hair as a finisher. Wait 4 minutes, then apply 1-3 pumps of K18 professional molecular repair hair mask based on your client’s length and density, starting at the ends and working up towards the roots. For cases of extreme mineral buildup, process K18 pro chelating hair complex for up to 10 minutes, then rinse and shampoo with K18 PEPTIDE PREP™ detox shampoo. Dry hair as needed, then proceed with the instructions.