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. How to use as part of a styling service or as part of a K18 molecular repair service standalone treatment: Follow with the K18 professional molecular repair hair mask as directed to complete the molecular repair service Towel dry hair, then apply 4-9 sprays of K18 professional molecular repair hair mist (300ml) or 6-12 sprays The K18 professional molecular repair hair mask is meant to be used as the second part of the K18 molecular repair service.

PRO tip: Begin with 1 pump and increase (up to 3) as needed based on client’s length, density, and condition. Do not exceed 3 pumps. to avoid weighing down fresh curls, it is not recommended to use the K18 professional molecular repair hair mask immediately After application is complete, comb through each quadrant to ensure even distribution of K18 pro chelating hair complex.

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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, starting at the ends and working up towards the roots. Wait 3-4 shampoos post-treatment before using the K18 molecular repair hair mask in the salon or at home. Towel dry thoroughly, then re-apply K18 professional molecular repair hair mask using the same application Towel dry thoroughly, then re-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.

Process your lightener or color as usual (remember, the K18 professional molecular repair hair mist doesn’t affect 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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This leave-in, lightweight mist repairs existing damage to strengthen hair’s defenses and make it more resilient prior to salon services. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse out) and if needed, dry the hair prior to beginning relaxer application. Before the service, apply K18 professional molecular repair hair mist. Wait 4 minutes. Do not rinse out.

Once perm is complete, remove rods and apply 6-12 sprays of K18 professional molecular repair hair mist* to each quadrant. Wait 4 minutes after chelating**, then rinse and shampoo with K18 PEPTIDE PREP™ detox shampoo. Do not condition. A conditioner temporarily smooths the surface of the cuticle and bonds tend to patch hair, but they fade over time. The K18 leave-in molecular repair hair masks build up the keratin chains within the hair structures, and after each application, hair will become stronger. K18 is recommended for damaged hair caused by heat, bleaching, colour treatments, and chemical services.PRO tip: Begin with 1 pump and increase (up to 3) as needed based on client’s length, density, and condition. Do