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DAMAGE SHIELD protective conditioner
K18 Damage Shield hair product bottle on a blue background with text highlighting benefits.
Image of conditioner: protects hair from 3 types of damage for up to 3 days*, environmental aggressors, UV rays, mechanical styling
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Image of hair strand graphic: why hair needs a shield, damage happens every day from: uv rays, mechanical styling, environmental aggressors, damage happens at every level
Image of hair strand graphic: damage protection from the inside out, outside: ceramic blend + biotech-produced polysaccharide. Inside: K18PEPTIDETM
Image of K18 routine: K18 healthy hair routines, when you need to repair damage (detox shampoo + leave-in mask, when you need to protect against daily damage (pH shampoo + conditioner)
Image of models: shield you healthiest hair against daily damage
Image of model: weightlessly soften, smooth + detangle hair without film-forming silicones or waxes that can build up over time
DAMAGE SHIELD protective conditioner 8.5oz
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4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
142 Reviews

DAMAGE SHIELD protective conditioner

Color-safe protective conditioner maintains hair health + strength
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Description

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.

protects from damage for up to 3 days from:

  • UV rays
  • mechanical styling
  • environmental aggressors
  1. Apply a small amount of DAMAGE SHIELD protective conditioner from mid-lengths to ends and build as needed.
  2. Rinse thoroughly.
  3. For best results, use after shampooing with DAMAGE SHIELD shampoo.

Clinically proven to provide conditioning protection against damage from UV rays, mechanical styling, and environmental aggressors for up to 3 days*. Fortifies, softens, and detangles hair.

  • Defends against damage: Conditioning protection against damage from UV rays, environmental aggressors, and daily mechanical styling for up to 3 days.
  • Maintains hair health: Fortifies hair’s exterior lipid barriers to make hair more resilient and resistant to damage. K18PEPTIDE™ replenishes protein lost during washing.
  • Enhances hair’s natural shine: pH-optimized formula minimizes excess cuticle swelling during washing to help keep hair smooth and maximize shine.
  • Softens, smooths, and detangles: Without film-forming silicones or waxes that can build up over time and weigh hair down.

*Disclaimers

  • Biotech-Produced Polysaccharide acts as a biomimetic shield to protect hair against pollution and environmental aggressors.
  • Fortifying Ceramide Blend seals damage sites in the hair cuticle—smoothing and protecting hair from further damage.
  • K18PEPTIDE™ replenishes protein lost during washing.

Water (Aqua) (Eau), Isopropyl Palmitate, Stearyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Isopentyldiol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, sh-Oligopeptide-78, Alteromonas Ferment Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Phospholipids, Jojoba Esters, Calcium Gluconate, Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Ceramide NP, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Polyquaternium-16, Stearalkonium Chloride, Isopropyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Gluconolactone, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Fragrance (Parfum), Hydroxycitronellal.

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Description

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.

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The mask and conditioner serve two different purposes. The K18 mask reverses damage in 4 minutes, while the K18 conditioner protects hair from daily damage for up to 3 days*. We recommend using the K18 mask first, waiting 4 minutes, then using conditioner for additional softening and detangling benefits between K18 mask days. *Disclaimers
No, the K18 conditioner will not cause buildup on hair. The highly concentrated, lightweight gel formula means a little goes a long way. Use less than you typically would with a traditional conditioner, and build as needed.
No, the K18 conditioner will not weigh hair down. This highly concentrated, lightweight gel formula softens, smooths, and detangles without film-forming silicones or waxes that can build up over time.
No, you do not need to reapply the K18 conditioner for continued UV protection. This product is clinically proven to protect hair against damage from UV rays for up to 3 days*. *Disclaimers
No, the K18 conditioner does not have SPF. The biotech-produced polysaccharide and fortifying ceramide blend help minimize the drying and damaging effects of UV rays on the hair's cuticle. This prevents hair from becoming rough, brittle, weak, and prone to breakage from UV damage for up to 3 days*. *Disclaimers
3-day damage protection, powered by biotech
why hair needs a shield
Damage happens every day from UV rays, mechanical styling, and environmental aggressors—weakening, dulling, and causing frizz on all hair types.
how the shield works
Protect hair BEFORE daily damage occurs. Our biology-first approach to haircare draws inspiration from nature’s resilience to harsh environments. Engineered into 3-day conditioning protection without the need to reapply.
expert-approved protection
Trichologist Angela Onuoha breaks down how common hair aggressors damage hair, and how DAMAGE SHIELD protects hair between K18 mask days.
all hair types need daily damage protection

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Biology-first formula keeps your scalp microbiome in balance with 3-day conditioning damage protection.
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4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
Based on 142 reviews
142 reviews
  • Erika G.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Age 25 - 34
    Hair Concern Chemical damage, Split-Ends
    Hair Type Curly/Coily, Medium Density, Thick/Coarse
    My Results Stronger Hair, Less Breakage, Soft Touchable Hair, Shinier Hair, Visible Difference
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Yesterday
    LOVE!

    The Damage Shield protective conditioner has become my favorite conditioner! My hair feels so soft, NOT tangled, and clean after! I have A LOT of THICK and BLEACHED hair so not every conditioner works for my hair. I have noticed an improvement in my hair health, shine, and shedding since the combined use of K18 products. 10/10 recommend this conditioner!

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    K18Hair UK
    Yesterday

    Thank you so much for your amazing review, Erika! Your 10/10 recommendation means the world to us! 🙌

  • Petrea A.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Age 35 - 44
    Hair Concern Heat damage
    Hair Type Medium Density, Straight/Wavy
    My Results Smoother Hair
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 months ago
    Conditioner

    Love this conditioner, doesnt leave my hair heavy or greasy

    KU Profile picture for K18Hair UK
    K18Hair UK
    2 months ago

    Thank you for your 5-star review! No heavy feeling here!

  • Kate A.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Age 45 - 54
    Hair Concern Dryness, Chemical damage
    Hair Type Straight/Wavy, Fine/Thin
    My Results Smoother Hair, Soft Touchable Hair, Shinier Hair
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 months ago
    Thoroughly Impressed

    This conditioner is easily one of the best that I’ve used. It’s slightly heavy but that is to be expected considering what it does. I have fine, wavy, color treated, hair and it doesn’t weigh it down too much nor does it feel oily faster. Would recommend!

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    K18Hair UK
    3 months ago

    Thank you, Kate! We appreciate your review!

  • Stacy D.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Age 45 - 54
    Hair Concern Chemical damage, Heat damage, Fragile/brittle hair, Split-Ends, Oily hair/scalp
    Hair Type Fine/Thin
    My Results Soft Touchable Hair, Less Frizz, Cleaner, fresher hair, Smoother Hair, Visible Difference
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    8 months ago
    Game changer

    I was seriously skeptical, I’ve tried so many brands. My hair is long and very processed, I’ve been platinum for years.

    The shampoo/conditioner set makes my hair so soft, but the unbelievable part is how much dry time is cut!

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    K18Hair UK
    8 months ago

    A cutback in dry time is a win! Thank you Stacy!

  • johanna f.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Age 45 - 54
    Hair Concern Color-care, Heat damage, Chemical damage
    My Results Bouncy Hair, Stronger Hair, Shinier Hair, Visible Difference, Defined Curl/Wave Pattern
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    9 months ago
    Love it!

    The changes I saw in my first wash is amazing. I will recommend it to all my friends

    KU Profile picture for K18Hair UK
    K18Hair UK
    8 months ago

    Beautiful hair! Thank you for recommending us to your friends!

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