Follow with the K18 professional molecular repair hair mask as directed to complete the molecular repair service 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: Ed Connaghan, president at K18 Hair, says that “applying keratin genomics makes repairing hair possible now” and said this new discovery is “another unicorn.” Towel dry hair, 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, or level of damage.

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Towel dry hair, 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. 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. Apply 4-9 sprays of K18 Professional Molecular Repair Hair Mist (300ml) per quadrant based on length and density. 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.

For cases of extreme metal + mineral buildup, process up to 10 minutes, then proceed with the instructions. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse out). Then follow with the recommended shampoo per your keratin straightener service instructions. This research connected K18 with Professor Artur Cavaca Paulo, a top bioengineering scientist out of Europe whose decade-long work in keratin genetic expression led to him mapping the set of keratin proteins produced in hair. Professor Paulo patented the full library of bioactive agents encoded by human genes of hair keratin and keratin-associated proteins. For those of us who aren’t scientists, here’s what this means: The patented K18 breakthrough is an outcome of this collaboration. K18 is suitable for use on all human hair extensions (to include tape-in, k-tip, hand tied, clip-in, sew-in, etc.). For information on using K18 on clients with previously installed extensions, please follow the instructions for the specific service being performed.To avoid weighing down fresh curls, it is not recommended to use the K18 professional molecular repair hair mask or oil immediately after completing a perm service. No, the formula is lightweight and works from within the hair so hair is left feeling clean and light. The K18 professional molecular repair hair mist is meant to be used as the first part of the K18 molecular repair service. 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.

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. When bond builders were invented in the mid 2010s, the beauty industry saw the creation of an entirely new category of products that transformed color services and made possible the ultra-platinum trends we see today. Something this transformative to the pro beauty world only happens once in a lifetime…or does it? Before the service, apply K18 professional molecular repair hair mist. Wait 4 minutes. Do not rinse out. This leave-in, lightweight mist repairs existing damage to strengthen hair’s defenses and make it more resilient prior to salon services.

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. 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, or level of damage. 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. 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.