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Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
7,953 Reviews

full-size leave-in molecular repair hair mask

4-minute leave-in treatment to reverse hair damage

Description

A leave-in treatment mask that works on the molecular level to reverse hair damage in just 4 minutes. The K18PEPTIDE™ is clinically proven to repair damage from bleach + color, chemical services and heat* – with immediate and lasting results to restore strength, softness, smoothness and bounce to hair.

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*Disclaimers

Repairs Damage Caused By

  • Bleach + Color
  • Heat
  • Chemical Services
  1. Shampoo, do not condition. Towel-dry thoroughly.
  2. Apply 1-3 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.
  3. Let sit for 4 minutes. Do not rinse out.
  4. Comb, add product + style as usual. Use for 4-6 washes post-salon service, then as needed.
  • 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 + heat*.

  • pH-optimized (5.0-6.0) to help minimize cuticle swelling + put hair proteins in their most resilient state.

  • Cream format enables easy, lightweight application across all hair types, with detangling and softening benefits.

  • Vegan, color-safe, cruelty-free.

Takes damage repair further – reconnects both polypeptide chains (and as a result, also reconnects disulfide bonds) for strength along the length + width of the hair - offering comprehensive, lasting damage 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.

  • DO clarify before K18 if you’re a heavy product user (demineralize for mineral + metal buildup).
  • DO apply on clean, damp hair.
  • DO wait the full 4 minutes before combing or styling.
  • DO add whatever styling products you love after the 4 minutes.
  • DO use for 4-6 shampoos consecutively for progressive results.
  • DON'T use conditioner before applying K18 Mask (you can apply after the 4 min but most find they don’t need it).
  • DON'T overdo it—less is more.
  • DON'T rinse it out.

Water (Aqua) (Eau), Alcohol Denat., Propylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dicaprylyl Ether, Cetyl Esters, Behentrimonium Chloride, Polysorbate 20,sh-Oligopeptide-78 (K18PEPTIDE™), Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch, Isopropyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Fragrance (Parfum), Geraniol, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Alcohol.

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Description

A leave-in treatment mask that works on the molecular level to reverse hair damage in just 4 minutes. The K18PEPTIDE™ is clinically proven to repair damage from bleach + color, chemical services and heat* – with immediate and lasting results to restore strength, softness, smoothness and bounce to hair.

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*Disclaimers

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The K18 mask works as a treatment to reverse damage in 4 minutes. It’s powered by our biomimetic K18PEPTIDE™ to seamlessly fit in and reconnect 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, and progressive repair.
K18PEPTIDE™ is a biotech-developed peptide that mimics hair’s structure to reverse damage by reconnecting polypeptide chains and disulfide bonds broken during damage from bleach + color, chemical services, and heat*

*k18hair.co.uk/disclaimers
Conditioner leaves a film 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 product.
We like to keep our formulas minimal, only using the exact amount of ingredients needed to get the peptide where it needs to go. Here the alcohol serves as an agent to optimize the hair environment for the K18 mask to work on a deeper level. Our unique blend of 3 alcohols functions to open the hair cuticle so the K18PEPTIDE™ can penetrate the innermost layer of hair, reaching the broken polypeptide chains (keratin chains).
Most see results after 2-3 uses. The more damaged the hair, the more dramatic the results so it may vary depending on your hair type and level of damage.
powered by K18PEPTIDE™

Biomimetic peptide clicks into hair’s keratin structure—the source of core strength—for soft, shiny, bouncy results that won’t wash away.

how to use molecular repair mask
1. Shampoo, do not condition. Towel-dry thoroughly.

2. Apply 1-3 pumps based on your length and density, starting at the ends and working up towards the roots.

3. Let sit for 4 minutes. Do not rinse out.

4. Comb, add styling product + style as usual. Use for 4-6 washes, then as needed.
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7,953 reviews
  • M G.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Mini Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask 15 mL
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 minutes ago
    OMG! Holy grail!!

    I can see why this product gets so much praise.

    It’s definitely not an overnight rescue and people must follow the instructions to get the best results.

    I personally use it differently but that’s what works for me.

    I don’t have it on soaking hair but not on damp either I squeeze out the water and that’s it before applying just so I have enough slip to brush it through my hair

    I find this works for me and I can use it easily compared to towel-dampened hair.

    It has a very neutral smell and a little goes a long way - I personally started with 2 pumps per section (divided into 4) and have now reduced to 1 pump per section cuz I don’t feel I need the intensity of the treatment anymore cuz the results have been amazing.

    I wait the 4 mins then I go cover with a conditioner THEN i rinse out and this is my preferred way of using it.

    It takes a couple uses to see the full effect but after the second consecutive use my hair looks so much better. My curls clump better together, they look less limp and frizz has decreased MASSIVELY. my curls are always popping, I will show u some day 5 hair pictures. I’ve had the same styling combo for years but after introducing this product my hair styles last til the next week.

    Noted my hair is VERY limp and brittle at the front, it used to just be straight but now it’s got a little wave :)

    Where was this product all my life !!

    It’s definitely worth the investment and I will continue to rave about this :)

  • Penny K.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Mini Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask 15 mL
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    17 hours ago
    K18 - unreal !

    From someone who normally uses half a bottle of conditioner on my frizzy dry damaged hair this concept of using such a small amount was crazy . Believe me … this product is amazing and you do only need a tiny bit . Follow the instructions and you will see the results soak for themselves . My hair never has been so good !

  • Geneve H.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Full-Size Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask 50mL
    I recommend this product
    Age 55 - 64
    Hair Concern Heat damage
    Hair Type Grey Hair, Medium Density, Fine/Thin, Curly/Coily
    My Results Visible Difference, Less Frizz, Less Breakage
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    18 hours ago
    IT’S WORKING!

    My hairdresser always educates and guides me for my hair care and never steers me wrong. Even with heat protection, I fried my hair pretty good, not to mention I moved from CA to CO and it’s very dry here and water is hard. I knew I would need more than three treatments as you will see in the picture, BUT it’s definitely noticeable. I’m still not putting heat to my hair to give it complete restoration. However, this is worth the money because it DEFINITELY is working. Thank you K18!

  • Kiersten V.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Full-Size Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask 50mL
    I recommend this product
    Age 25 - 34
    Hair Concern Heat damage, Dryness, Fragile/brittle hair, Chemical damage
    Hair Type Fine/Thin
    My Results Less Frizz, Stronger Hair, Less Breakage, Smoother Hair, Visible Difference
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 days ago
    HAIR FOOD

    I was honestly at the point where I thought my hair was beyond saving—years of bleaching left it dry, brittle, and constantly breaking. Then I tried the K18 hair mask, and I can genuinely say it completely transformed my hair.

    After just a few uses, my bleach-blonde hair went from feeling like straw to actually soft, smooth, and healthy again. It doesn’t just sit on top of your hair like a typical conditioner—it feels like it actually repairs it from the inside out. My ends look less fried, my hair feels stronger, and I’ve even noticed less breakage when brushing.

    What really surprised me is how lightweight it is. My hair feels silky without being weighed down or greasy, which is rare for something this hydrating. It’s like my hair finally has life in it again.

    If your hair is dry, damaged, or over-processed like mine was, this is absolutely worth it. It didn’t just improve my hair—it genuinely saved it.

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    K18Hair UK
    2 days ago

    Thank you so much for your incredible review, Kiersten! 💛 We're absolutely thrilled to hear about your amazing hair transformation - going from feeling like your hair was beyond saving to having it completely transformed is exactly what K18 is all about! ✨ It sounds like you've experienced the true power of molecular repair, and we're so excited that your bleach-blonde hair went from straw-like to soft, smooth, and healthy again. We love that you can feel the difference of how it actually repairs from the inside out rather than just sitting on top like typical conditioners! The fact that you're seeing less breakage, stronger hair, and healthier-looking ends while still maintaining that lightweight, silky feel without any greasiness is absolutely wonderful to hear. Your hair definitely has life in it again, and we couldn't be more excited for you! Thanks for your fantastic 5-star review! 🙌

  • kimberly c.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask Sample
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 days ago
    Miracle!

    This stuff is miracle in a bottle/tube!

    KU Profile picture for K18Hair UK
    K18Hair UK
    2 days ago

    Thank you so much, Kimberly! 💛 We're absolutely thrilled to hear that the Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask Sample feels like a miracle in a tube for you! That's exactly the kind of transformation we love to see - when our molecular repair technology truly makes that incredible difference you can feel and see! ✨ Your amazing 5-star review means the world to us! 🙌

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