K18 Education

Meet K18

Hair science is here and proving to be to a great product for repairing hair and providing protection throughout color services!

Clients can choose to add-on varying K18 treatments to both their haircuts and color appointments

From K18
This leave-in, lightweight mist repairs existing damage to strengthen hair’s defenses and make it more resilient prior to salon services.
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.
To be used wih other K18 treatments!
Section dry hair into 4 quadrants.
Apply 6-10 sprays of K18 pro chelating hair complex per quadrant*.
Wait 4 minutes after chelating** (do not rinse out), then apply a minimum of 10 full sprays of K18 professional molecular repair hair mist to each quadrant, increasing up to 20 sprays per quadrant as needed, depending on client’s length, density, and level of damage.
Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse out).
If needed, dry the hair prior to applying lightener or color. Then perform your desired technique.
Process your lightener or color as usual, then rinse and shampoo with K18 PEPTIDE PREP™ detox shampoo. Do not condition.
Follow with the K18 professional molecular repair hair mask as directed to complete the molecular repair service
This is back bar only. Clients can add-on this service as part of the K18 Full Line Add-On

From K18
This innovative no-mix, spray-on demineralizing treatment is clinically proven to reduce 7 types of metal + mineral buildup* for more vibrant, even color, restored bounce and shine, and improved product effectiveness.
To be used as part of our Full K18 Add-On service or our K18 Demineralizing Service
How to use prior to a chemical service:
Shake well before use
Section dry hair into 4 quadrants, apply 6-10 sprays of K18 PEPTIDE PREP™ pro chelating hair complex to each quadrant.
Wait 4 minutes.
Follow with K18 professional molecular repair hair mist. Wait 4 minutes. Do not rinse.
Perform chemical services and process as usual.
*If using during haircut only, skip to shampoo
Shampoo with K18 PEPTIDE PREP™ detox shampoo. Do not condition.
Towel dry + apply K18 professional molecular repair hair mask. Wait 4 minutes. Do not rinse.
Apply K18 molecular repair hair oil. Wait 4 minutes then cut or style as usual.
Apply K18 molecular repair hair oil to dry hair as a finisher.
This is back bar only. Clients can add-on this service as part of the K18 Full Line Add-On

From K18
This biotech-engineered weightless oil works on all hair types to strengthen, repair damage, reduce frizz at two levels of the hair fiber, and improve shine.
Apply to damp, towel-dried hair before styling, or on dry hair as a finisher. Highly concentrated formula. Start with 1-3 drops and build as needed.
Use on damp hair for: strengthening benefits and to reduce frizz during air-dry or styling
Use on dry hair to: smooth frizz and flyaways, as a finisher to add shine
Clients can purchase in-salon

From K18
A color-safe, non-stripping clarifying shampoo with the K18PEPTIDE™ to gently but effectively remove 99% product buildup*, 95% sebum* + 76% copper* for detoxified, refreshed hair.
To be used wih our Full K18 Add-On service, part of the K18 Demineralizing service, or on it’s own for a deep clean
Engineered for heavy duty washing ahead of texture services, K18 treatments, or haircuts/styling following the PRO chelating hair complex.
Massage into hair + scalp to remove excess buildup.
Thoroughly rinse.
Repeat as needed.
Creates a clean canvas for optimal results from K18 molecular repair formulas.
Clients can purchase in salon

From K18
A color-safe, pH-optimized shampoo with the patented K18PEPTIDE™ to effectively cleanse while maintaining hair health and protecting hair from damage. pH-optimized formula helps reduce excess swelling of the hair cuticle during washing to help prevent frizz, preserve color, and enhance shine. Scalp microbiome-friendly and gentle enough to use every time you cleanse.
osiUse for higher frequency washing like multiple wash services or clients with less buildup.
Massage into hair, focusing on scalp.
Thoroughly rinse.
Repeat as needed.
Clients can purchase in-salon for continued use at home. This product is great for every day use

From K18
This leave-in treatment mask repairs hair damage and restores hair to a healthy state after salon services. Powered by the K18PEPTIDE™ to reconnect broken polypeptide chains and disulfide bonds to renew strength and elasticity in just 4 minutes. This mask is clinically proven to repair damage from bleach* + color*, chemical services*, and heat* for immediate + lasting results. Cream-based format helps soften, smooth, and condition hair.
Shampoo, do not condition. Towel-dry thoroughly
*If applying toner: shampoo, apply toner, shampoo, then mask
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.
Let sit for 4 minutes. Do not rinse out.
Proceed with cut or style as usual.
Clients can purchase in-salon for continued use at home. We currently have 3 size options

From K18
A nourishing, protective conditioner that helps shield hair from daily damage to help maintain hair health and improve smoothness and shine. Engineered to weightlessly soften and detangle while the K18PEPTIDE™ helps replenish hair during washing.
Apply a small amount of DAMAGE SHIELD protective conditioner from mid-lengths to ends and build as needed.
Rinse thoroughly.
For best results, use after shampooing with DAMAGE SHIELD shampoo.
Clients can purchase in-salon for continued use at home. Great for every day use