Description
85% of homes have hard water
That means your clients most likely have metal + mineral buildup before entering the salon. That means their hair is compromised before you even begin. Let’s do something about it!
why we should chelate
Every client is exposed in some way to water contaminated with metals and minerals that can damage hair.
Thoroughly removing these elements is enormously beneficial for the professional and client.
✔ Colour works and looks like it should, even and consistent without areas of discoloration
✔ Hair looks brighter and more vibrant
✔ Other treatments “take” to the hair much better, and last longer
powered by science
Get up close and personal with how this proprietary formula attracts and neutralizes metal + mineral ions.
chelating vs detoxing
Each tackles different kinds of buildup, but when used together, you will get the cleanest, most optimized canvas.
PRO chelating hair complex
Tackles metal and mineral buildup to reset hair for optimal services, revived colour vibrancy, and restored smoothness and bounce
Effectively reduce 7 of the most common types of metals and minerals found in tap and hard water for a clean slate on the hair surface
Use before every service, between services 1-2x monthly (or as often as needed), and before detox shampoo and K18 molecular repair service
detox shampoo
Clarify product buildup, sebum and copper to reset texture, and optimize performance of products, stylers, and chemical services
Perfect for prep ahead of colour and chemical services, a clean slate before K18 treatments or haircuts/styling, and after the PRO chelating hair complex
Colour-safe, non-stripping formula gently but effectively removes 99% product buildup, 95% sebum + 76% copper for detoxified, refreshed hair
how to use chelating complex
lightener / colour
1. Section dry hair into 4 quadrants.
2. Apply 6-10 sprays of K18 PRO chelating hair complex to each quadrant.
PRO tip: Hair should be lightly damp (never wet or dripping) after applying the K18 PRO chelating hair complex. For best results, start with 6 sprays per quadrant and increase up to 10 as needed based on your client’s length and density.
3. After application is complete, comb through each quadrant to ensure even distribution of K18 PRO chelating hair complex.
4. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse out), then apply 4-9 sprays of K18 professional molecular repair hair mist (300ml) or 6-12 sprays (150ml) to each quadrant using the same application method as the previous steps.
5. Once complete, wait 4 minutes (DO NOT rinse out).
PRO tip: This is a great time to mix your lightener or colour! Remember – there is no need to alter your formula when using K18 professional molecular repair hair mist, so continue to formulate as you normally would to achieve your client’s desired end result.
6. If needed, dry the hair prior to applying lightener or colour. Then perform your desired technique.
7. Process your lightener or colour as usual (remember, the K18 professional molecular repair hair mist doesn’t affect processing time!) then rinse and shampoo with K18 PEPTIDE PREP™ shampoo. DO NOT condition.
8. Towel dry hair, then dispense 1 pump of K18 professional molecular repair hair mask into your hands and massage product between palms until product thickens.
9. Starting at the ends and working up towards the roots, apply K18 professional molecular repair hair mask to the hair.
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.
10. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse), then proceed with cut or style as usual.
1. Section dry hair into 4 quadrants.
2. Apply 6-10 sprays of K18 PRO chelating hair complex to each quadrant.
PRO tip: Hair should be lightly damp (never wet or dripping) after applying the K18 PRO chelating hair complex. For best results, start with 6 sprays per quadrant and increase up to 10 as needed based on your client’s length and density.
3. After application is complete, comb through each quadrant to ensure even distribution of K18 PRO chelating hair complex.
4. Wait 4 minutes, then rinse and shampoo with K18 detox shampoo. Do not condition.
5. Towel dry hair, then apply 4-9 sprays of K18 professional molecular repair hair mist (300ml) or 6-12 sprays (150ml) to each quadrant using the same application method as the previous steps.
6. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse), then wrap, process, and neutralize perm as usual.
7. Once perm is complete, remove rods and apply 6-12 sprays of K18 professional molecular repair hair mist* to each quadrant.
8. 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 immediately after completing a perm service.
relaxer
1. Section dry hair into 4 quadrants.
2. Apply 6-10 sprays of K18 PRO chelating hair complex to each quadrant.
PRO tip: Hair should be lightly damp (never wet or dripping) after applying the K18 PRO chelating hair complex. For best results, start with 6 sprays per quadrant and increase up to 10 as needed based on your client’s length and density.
3. After application is complete, comb through each quadrant to ensure even distribution of K18 PRO chelating hair complex.
4. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse out), then apply 4-9 sprays of K18 professional molecular repair hair mist (300ml) or 6-12 sprays (150ml) to each quadrant using the same application method as the previous steps.
5. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse out) and if needed, dry the hair prior to beginning relaxer application.
6. Apply + process relaxer as usual, then rinse thoroughly.
7. Towel dry hair, then dispense 1 pump of K18 professional molecular repair hair mask into your hands and massage product between palms until product thickens.
8. Starting at the ends and working up towards the roots, apply K18 professional molecular repair hair mask to the hair.
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.
9. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse), then follow with neutralizing shampoo. Do not condition.
10. Towel dry thoroughly, then re-apply K18 professional molecular repair hair mask using the same application method as above.
11. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse), then proceed with cut or style as usual.
thermal reconditioner
1. Section dry hair into 4 quadrants.
2. Apply 6-10 sprays of K18 PRO chelating hair complex to each quadrant.
PRO tip: Hair should be lightly damp (never wet or dripping) after applying the K18 PRO chelating hair complex. For best results, start with 6 sprays per quadrant and increase up to 10 as needed based on your client’s length and density.
3. After application is complete, comb through each quadrant to ensure even distribution of K18 PRO chelating hair complex.
4. Wait 4 minutes, then rinse and shampoo with K18 detox shampoo. Do not condition.
5. Towel dry hair, then apply 4-9 sprays of K18 professional molecular repair hair mist (300ml) or 6-12 sprays (150ml) to each quadrant using the same application method as the previous steps.
6. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse), then apply + process thermal reconditioner solution as usual.
7. After processing is complete, apply neutralizer. Process as usual, then rinse.
8. Towel dry hair, then dispense 1 pump of K18 professional molecular repair hair mask into your hands and massage product between palms until product thickens.
9. Starting at the ends and working up towards the roots, apply K18 professional molecular repair hair mask to the hair.
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.
10. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse), then proceed with cut or style as usual.
keratin straightener
1. Section dry hair into 4 quadrants.
2. Apply 6-10 sprays of K18 PRO chelating hair complex to each quadrant.
PRO tip: Hair should be lightly damp (never wet or dripping) after applying the K18 PRO chelating hair complex. For best results, start with 6 sprays per quadrant and increase up to 10 as needed based on your client’s length and density.
3. After application is complete, comb through each quadrant to ensure even distribution of K18 PRO chelating hair complex.
4. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse out), then apply 4-9 sprays of K18 professional molecular repair hair mist (300ml) or 6-12 sprays (150ml) to each quadrant using the same application method as the previous steps.
5. Once complete, wait 4 minutes. Then follow with the recommended shampoo per your keratin straightener service instructions.
6. Apply and process keratin straightener as usual.
*for best results, wait 3-4 shampoos post-treatment before using the K18 leave-in molecular repair hair mask either in the salon or at home.
extensions
On natural hair (prior to installation):
1. Section dry hair into 4 quadrants.
2. Apply 6-10 sprays of K18 PRO chelating hair complex to each quadrant.
PRO tip: Hair should be lightly damp (never wet or dripping) after applying the K18 PRO chelating hair complex. For best results, start with 6 sprays per quadrant and increase up to 10 as needed based on your client’s length and density.
3. After application is complete, comb through each quadrant to ensure even distribution of K18 PRO chelating hair complex.
4. Wait 4 minutes (do not rinse out), then apply 4-9 sprays of K18 professional molecular repair hair mist (300ml) or 6-12 sprays (150ml) to each quadrant using the same application method as the previous steps.
5. Wait 4 minutes, then rinse and shampoo with K18 detox shampoo (do not condition).
6. Towel dry hair, then dispense 1 pump of K18 professional molecular repair hair mask into your hands and massage product between palms until product thickens.
7. Starting at the ends and working upwards, apply K18 professional molecular repair hair mask to the ends and mid-lengths only (avoiding the root).
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.
8. 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 usage. For best results, do not apply the K18 professional molecular repair hair mask directly to the weft adhesive or to the natural hair immediately surrounding the adhesive as it could cause slippage.
