mini leave-in molecular repair hair mask
Mini retail size of our 4-minute leave-in treatment to reverse hair damage
A retail-sized version of the K18 mask helps to maintain your client's hair strength and elasticity in-between salon appointments. This leave-in treatment mask for all hair types that reverses damage in 4 minutes. Patented peptide technology works to repair damage from bleach + color, chemical services, and heat* — restoring strength, softness, smoothness, and bounce to hair.
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more to know
Takes damage repair further – biomimetic peptide seamlessly fits in and reconnects broken polypeptide chains at the molecular level. As a result, disulfide bonds are also reconnected for reinforced strength along the length + width of hair—offering comprehensive, lasting repair
Restores hair from even extreme damage - by working at the innermost layer of the hair, core strength and elasticity are renewed for strong, smooth, bouncy hair
Delivers immediate and lasting results – hair is repaired from the first use and lasts past your next wash, for ongoing reparative benefits
Simplified repair - convenient, leave-in formula works in just 4 minutes, with no extra rinse required
Works on all hair types – because K18PEPTIDE™ works on a molecular level (where all hair is the same), this product is effective on all hair types and with every service
key benefits
- K18PEPTIDE™ is a biotech-developed peptide that mimics hair's structure to reverse damage by reconnecting polypeptide chains and disulfide bonds broken during bleaching, color and chemical services, and heat*.
- pH-optimized (5.0-6.0) to help minimize cuticle swelling + put hair proteins in their most resilient state after salon service or shampoo
- Cream format enables easy, lightweight application across all hair types, with detangling and softening benefits.
- Vegan, color-safe, cruelty-free
how to use
- Shampoo, do not condition. Towel-dry thoroughly
- Apply 3-9 pumps of K18 leave-in molecular repair hair mask based on your length and density, starting at the ends and working up towards the roots
- Let sit for 4 minutes. Do not rinse out
- Comb, add product + style as usual. Use for 4-6 washes post-salon service, then as needed
ingredients
Water (Aqua) (Eau), Alcohol Denat., Propylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dicaprylyl Ether, Cetyl Esters, Behentrimonium Chloride, Polysorbate 20, sh- Oligopeptide-78, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch, Isopropyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Fragrance (Parfum), Geraniol, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Alcohol, Amyl Salicylate, Benzaldehyde.


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who is it for?
K18 is engineered to work with every hair type, in every service, and with every routine.
why skip conditioner?
Traditional conditioners leave a film on hair that blocks our peptide from penetrating effectively. Once the 4-minute wait time is up, feel free to use a conditioner, a leave-in, or any type of styling product.
does K18 mask replace conditioner?
Think of the K18 mask as a highly concentrated treatment. It restores hair’s strength + elasticity in the innermost layers of hair, instead of traditional conditioners that coat the outside of hair. After the 4-minute wait time post-K18 mask, feel free to add a leave-in for a boost of conditioning if needed.
Is the K18 pro mask and take-home mask the same?
Yes, both formulas are the same. The PRO mask is conveniently sized for PRO use.
Repair damage for hair like new* in 4 minutes.
Biomimetic peptide clicks into hair’s keratin structure—the source of core strength—for soft, shiny, bouncy results that won’t wash away.
2. 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.
3. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse out).
4. If needed, dry the hair prior to applying lightener or color. Then perform your desired technique.
5. Process your lightener or color as usual, then rinse and shampoo with K18 PEPTIDE PREP™ detox shampoo. Do not condition.
6. 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.
7. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse), then apply 1-3 drops of K18 molecular repair hair oil to mid-lengths and ends.
8. Wait 4 minutes, then proceed with cut or style as usual.
9. Add an additional 1-3 drops of K18 molecular repair hair oil to dry hair as a finisher.
Please see the “K18 + toning or glossing” section for more information on toning with K18.
2. Apply a minimum of 10 full sprays of K18 professional molecular repair hair mist per quadrant, increasing up to 20 sprays as needed, depending on client’s length, density, or level of damage.
3. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse), then apply toner or gloss.
4. Process toner or gloss as usual, then rinse. If shampooing, follow with K18 PEPTIDE PREP™ pH maintenance shampoo. Do not condition.
5. 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.
6. Wait 4 minutes, then apply 1-3 drops of K18 molecular repair hair oil to mid-lengths and ends.
7. Wait 4 minutes, then proceed with cut or style as usual.
8. Add an additional 1-3 drops of K18 molecular repair hair oil to dry hair as a finisher.
2. Towel dry hair, section hair into 4 quadrants, 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.
3. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse), then wrap, process, and neutralize perm as usual.
4. Once perm is complete, remove rods and gently towel dry.
5. Apply a minimum of 10 full sprays of K18 professional molecular repair hair mist per quadrant, increasing up to 20 sprays as needed, depending on client’s length, density, or level of damage.
6. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse), then proceed with cut or style as usual.
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.
2. 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.
3. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse out) and if needed, dry the hair prior to beginning relaxer application.
4. Apply + process relaxer as usual, then rinse thoroughly.
5. Towel dry hair, then re-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.
6. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse), then follow with neutralizing shampoo. Do not condition.
7. 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.
8. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse), then apply 1-3 drops of K18 DAMAGE SHIELD protective conditioner from mid-lengths to ends. Build as needed.
9. Rinse thoroughly, then towel dry hair and apply 1-3 drops of K18 molecular repair hair oil to mid-lengths and ends.
10. Wait 4 minutes, then proceed with cut or style as usual.
11. Add an additional 1-3 drops of K18 molecular repair hair oil to dry hair as a finisher.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Wait 4 minutes, then apply 1-3 drops of K18 molecular repair hair oil to mid-lengths and ends.
5. Wait 4 minutes, then style as usual.
6. Add an additional 1-3 drops of K18 molecular repair hair oil to dry hair as a finisher.
2. 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.
3. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse out). Then follow with the recommended shampoo per your keratin straightener service instructions.
4. Apply and process keratin straightener as usual.
5. Apply 1-3 drops of K18 molecular repair hair oil to mid-lengths and ends on dry hair as a finisher.
Wait 3-4 shampoos post-treatment before using the K18 molecular repair hair mask in the salon or at home.
1. Section dry hair into 4 quadrants.
2. 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.
3. Wait 4 minutes, then rinse and shampoo with K18 PEPTIDE PREP™ detox shampoo (do not condition)
4. 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).
5. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse), then proceed with extension installation as usual.
Using K18 on extensions alone or on clients with previously installed extensions:
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.
PRO tip: When working on clients with tape-in extensions, we recommend following the standard protocol for cream-based conditioner or oil usage. For best results, do not apply the K18 professional molecular repair hair mask or molecular repair hair oil directly to the weft adhesive or to the natural hair immediately surrounding the adhesive as it could cause slippage.
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- Юлія Ш.Verified BuyerReviewingFull-Size Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask 50 mL (WHOLESALE)I recommend this productAge 35 - 44Hair Concern Chemical damageHair Type Grey Hair, Medium DensityMy Results Less Frizz, Visible Difference, Smoother Hair, Soft Touchable HairRated 5 out of 5 starsYesterdayThis mask is fantastic!
This mask genuinely delivers. My hair was dry and damaged from coloring, and after just the first use it felt noticeably softer and more manageable. Less breakage, less frizz, and split ends look better too.
Was this helpful?K18Hair PROYesterdayThank you so much for the 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear our Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask is delivering such fantastic results for your hair. 💙✨
- Samantha P.Verified BuyerReviewingFull-Size Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask 50 mL (WHOLESALE)I recommend this productAge 35 - 44Hair Concern Dryness, Frizz, Split-Ends, Heat damageHair Type Curly/Coily, Medium DensityMy Results Less Frizz, Bouncy Hair, Visible Difference, Stronger Hair, Smoother HairRated 5 out of 5 stars3 days agoInstant results!
The way my hair instantly got hydrated simply after 3 pumps had me in a state of shock! And after styling, my hair was light and looking healthy!!
Was this helpful?K18Hair PRO3 days agoThank you so much for the love, Samantha! 💙 We're thrilled to hear you're getting instant results with our Full-Size Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask! ✨
- Vinnie T.Verified BuyerReviewingFull-Size Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask 50 mL (WHOLESALE)I recommend this productAge 65+Hair Concern Frizz, Dryness, Extending time between washesHair Type Medium Density, Curly/Coily, Grey HairMy Results Less Frizz, Bouncy Hair, Visible Difference, Stronger Hair, Cleaner, fresher hairRated 5 out of 5 stars4 days agoI received my first K18 from my children as a Christmas Gift
I ran out after 7 months of use and was without it for 1 month…my hair totally suffered. I am grateful that I could afford to buy one for myself. My hair perked up immediately after the first use. Love this product. I’m 86 this month. My hair is amazing.
Was this helpful?K18Hair PRO4 days agoThank you so much for the love! 💙 We're thrilled to hear the Full-Size Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask is making such a difference for your hair. You're amazing! ✨
- Madeline Z.Verified BuyerReviewingFull-Size Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask 50 mL (WHOLESALE)I recommend this productAge 25 - 34Hair Concern Split-Ends, Fragile/brittle hair, Chemical damage, Heat damage, Color-careHair Type Medium Density, Grey Hair, Straight/WavyMy Results Bouncy Hair, Visible Difference, Stronger Hair, Less Breakage, Soft Touchable HairRated 5 out of 5 stars1 week agoShe’s small - but mighty!
One of the few repair treatments I can genuinely see and feel a difference with! My hair feels stronger, softer and healthier without feeling heavy or coated. A staple in my routine, especially after color or heat styling.
Was this helpful?K18Hair PRO6 days agoThank you so much for the love! 💙 We're thrilled to hear you're seeing and feeling such amazing results with the Molecular Repair Hair Mask! ✨
- Sheri D.Verified BuyerReviewingFull-Size Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask 50 mL (WHOLESALE)I recommend this productAge 55 - 64Hair Concern Frizz, DrynessHair Type Thick/CoarseMy Results Less Frizz, Soft Touchable HairRated 4 out of 5 stars2 weeks agoI see some improvement I hair texture.
I have used K18 for the last 4 washing and I can actually say I have seen improvement in my hair. I have long. Think hair. The ends were stating to feel dry and frizzy. My hair has improved with K18.
Was this helpful?K18Hair PRO2 weeks agoThank you so much for the love! 💙 We're thrilled to hear you're seeing improvement in your hair texture with the K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask! ✨





