Great video! You covered all of the little details many people have questions about. I have been using K18 for a few months now and I really like it. I love how easy it is to use and I find it works better for me than Olaplex. I really wish they would sell the spray retail so we could use it as a stand alone at home.
Hi again :) Thank you! Yes, so easy and works so well. I'm happy to hear this from you. K18 should definitely come out with a spray for at home use. It's an amazing product! PS- didn't forget about Kerastase!
I had been using olaplex + k18 on my very bleach damaged hair. It was doing well. Since I still had some breakage, I assumed they weren’t working and I did an aphogee 2 step treatment. Huge mistake because my hair started literally crumbling to the touch. I lost like half my hair in one day as a result. I panicked and did a stand-alone olaplex 1-2-8 treatment which nothing. I then just shampooed with clarifying shampoo and used only k18, 4 mins later the breakage significantly reduced. I will only be using k18 now as my bond builder/repair/hair savior. I should never have done the aphogee treatment and I won’t be wasting money on olaplex anymore. It’ll take nearly a year to grow my hair back and my journey toward an even platinum continues but at least now I know for sure k18 works! I need me the professional product of the Sephora product worked so well!
Hi! What a story..I can imagine how stressful it was to see so much of your hair breaking like that. I am so happy to hear that you have achieved such great results and repair from K18. Wishing you luck on your hair growth and platinum journey, keep us updated! If you can, bleach your hair in a salon that uses K18 so that you get the most out of the products and your hair doesn't suffer so much damage. Before going in for lightening, try to use the mask consecutively to strengthen your hair.
Just and update, I’ve settled on redkens acidic bonding complex + k18 and my hair is light years better! I’ve given it another trim Since and my hair looks pretty good and you can’t tell how damaged it was 😁 k18 is incredible. I’m going to be retouching my roots today and am confident going into it with k18
And another post bleach update, I got the K18 professional mist and did a treatment before and after retouching my roots and running the bleach through a lot of the test of my hair and OMG my hair is literally healthier and stronger NOW than before! Breakage reduced 95% at least! Such a game changer I’m so happy! I have an overall level 9 with some level 8 and next root retouch I’ll be able to finally have healthy strong platinum hair 😁☺️
Buenas Tades! Saludos :) Es necesario lavar el cabello antes de colocar el k 18 mist para tinturarlo? En mi caso lo pregunto por qué me coloco aceite en la raiz para mejorar la caida del cabello y no se si esto impida que penetre la bruma? Muchas gracias!!!
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Does it helps hair that has been dammaged partially by an old dye and lately? If yes how many times should i used it! All i saw here was apply right after a dye (for the mask) for 6washes , but does it work on old damaged hair too Thank you so much for those precious informations ❤️
Hi, yes it does. The mask is a treatment that repairs damage from bleach, color, and chemical services. The peptide should help add strength to your hair. In the video, we showed an example of how to use the mask as part of a lightening service but it is the same application process even without the highlights service- sorry for the confusion :) K18 recommends to use the mask for 4-6 washes at home and then as needed for a boost of strength, softness, smoothness, and bounce.
Great video! I have been in discussions with K18 and Olaplex and apparently you can use both products at the same time for either a Stand-Alone Treatment or in a Chemical service. K18 do recommend to use the mist before Olaplex, however I am not sure how accurate this is as I have heard that Olaplex’s molecule is smaller, but from what I can see, I believe using the K18 Mist, followed by No.1 & No.2, wash thoroughly, towel-dry, and apply the K18 mask is what I am personally going to be doing. If you have any thoughts and opinions about this, please feel free to respond 😊
Hi Brandon thanks so much! I haven't heard of anyone mixing the products together yet but I have briefly thought of that to see whether the results would be even better. Please let me know how it goes for you! Although I am not sure how well the K18 leave-in mask would penetrate the hair after the Olaplex Stand Alone since they do recommend to just shampoo prior to application. K18 states Olaplex is a synthetic fix and that K18 doesn't temporarily patch damage, it is able to reverse damage through their patented peptide.
@@EverythingHairBrand I know that a lot of ‘bond builders’ have tried so hard to replicate Olaplex, and when this has happened and as we know, we have had many companies claiming that their bond technology does the same thing when this is not true. Olaplex was in discussions with Loreal about how the ingredient works, giving them some basic information which spread like wild fire, which is why you will find most bond builders use Maleic Acid which is a stabiliser known to stop the creation of Cysteic Acid (a acid that eats proteins) and only one of many molecules that makes Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate which actually a very salt of something that involves not only stopping Cysteic Acid but also multiplies disulfide bonds, which is probably due to some amino acids and more. We will never know. However, Olaplex is not synthetic is the way K18 is making it out to be. The others that copied Olaplex, are, because they use conditioning ingredients, Olaplex does not. The way I have been told by both Olaplex and K18 to do this is: 1. Wash hair twice with a clarifying shampoo to de-mineralise the hair and any build up. Do not follow up with conditioner. 2. Spray K18 Mist into towel dried hair and brush through throughly. Wait 4 minutes. 3. Apply Olaplex No.1 for 5 to 10 minutes, followed by Olaplex No. 2 for 20+ minutes. 4. Lightly wash hair from root to end with Olaplex No. 4, rinse, do not follow up with conditioner. Make sure all shampoo is rinsed. 5. Apply K18 Mask to towel dried hair. Wait 4 minutes. (Step 6 is optional but I love to do this) 6. Apply Olaplex 4-in-1 after K18, leave on for desired amount of time, then rinse. I like to do this last step because while K18 is still doing it’s magic, the 4-in-1 gives deep moisture benefits that are truly noticeable. The only thing is that you rinse is out but I believe it is worth it and the hair feels so amazing afterwards. This way it is balancing all types of repair from the inside and out.
@@EverythingHairBrand you’re most welcome! I would LOVE to see a video of this as well as a lot of people are and have been asking everywhere if and how you would use Olaplex and K18 both as a professional and as a consumer so I think it would help a lot of people that like to use both. I would also suggest contacting Olaplex and K18, and any professional hairdresser that has experience of using both for references and proof because some professionals and consumers that do not know this method may not understand or agree as some think that Olaplex and K18 can be ‘overused’ which is not true at all, and so, therefore you have verified clarification from both companies. Will be excited to see the results of this! 🙂
Hi, the mist is good because it's going to help strengthen your hair to withstand the damage that occurs during your chemical service. It's a great product to use before exposing your hair to the damage of bleach, color, etc. Of course, it's best to finish with the mask as a post service treatment as it will repair damage caused during your salon service and it will close the hair cuticle and seal in the peptide that repairs broken keratin chains. It also has some lightweight conditioning benefits which can help keep your hair smooth and soft. It's not necessary as you should still have a good result but I think adding it can definitely benefit you. Since hair damage is ongoing, if you do get the mask you can continue to use it for maintenance of your hair and also with a healthy hair base, services should last longer :) K18 also has a new product now which is their oil, you can test it out if you are interested. Video coming soon
Hi Sarah, prior to initiating treatment you can start with the detox shampoo to clear the path for maximum peptide penetration and optimal results. For the follow up washes you can use the pH maintenance shampoo on the days between the detox when your hair doesn't have a ton of buildup and needs a cleanse. It's a daily shampoo and you can use it as often as you'd like. When you need a more heavy duty cleanse then go for the detox again. For instance, when you see buildup such as flakes and stickiness, dryness, and brittleness.
Thanks for the honest review, for the professional mask and mist how often it needs to be done? Once a month? Does it makes a difference for root touch up? Can the professional overuse cause issues in the hair?
Hi, the mask is the same and the only difference is in the size. The mask comes in a larger pro exclusive size and the mist is intended for professional use only. The mist and the mask is actually a progressive treatment and your hair undergoes a reparative phase. Every time you use the products your hair is building upon the repair that was happening before. It is recommended to use the mask consecutively after washing your hair for the first 4-6 shampoos and then every 3-4 washes for maintenance. You can do the mist and mask service every time you go to the salon and the mist is especially great to use before a chemical service. It helps to strengthen the hair to withstand damage that occurs during a chemical service. The higher pH of the product helps to open the cuticle layer of the hair so that it can target the areas that are damaged and helps to reset the hair's canvas before exposing the hair to chemical services. It's basically going to help renew your existing damage to strengthen the hair in preparation for chemical services. I would recommend to use the products as directed by K18. We will be releasing another K18 video soon with a new protocol on how the mist and mask can be used and to discuss their new products. Stay tuned! 💕
Hi yes you can, it is one of their treatments called the K18 double dose. Check out our other K18 video at the 740 mark where I talk about it :) Here is the link th-cam.com/video/kujKnpqK9Bs/w-d-xo.html
I'm about to change my semi perm bright/vivid color. Would I be able to do this right after using K18 and drying my hair? Or would I need to have the K18 washed out before I apply my new color?
Hi, you would first apply the mist and without rinsing out (dry hair if needed) apply the color on top of the mist and process as usual. After shampooing, do not apply conditioner and towel dry. Then you would apply the mask and wait 4 minutes before styling. Do not rinse the mask out. At the salon you can also get the K18 chelator treatment which would be applied on dry hair prior to the mist. Mist hair with water before applying the mist if you do not use the chelator. The chelating complex will reset your hair for optimal chemical service results and will help to revive the color vibrancy. The mist will open the cuticle layer so that the K18PEPTIDE can get in and help strengthen your hair's defense against the damaging chemical service. Then the mask will close the cuticle layer to seal in the K18PEPTIDE for renewed strength and elasticity.
@EverythingHairBrand I only have the mask. Can I use just the mask and see results? And if so, would I apply that prior to the color or would I need to wait until I've washed my hair again? I really appreciate you responding; I've been looking at the k18 website and can't find an answer for this.
@@FosterTheFelines Hi again, I'm sorry for the confusion. If you are coloring your own hair then you would just process the color as usual, shampoo, skip the conditioner, towel dry - 65% damp, apply the K18 mask, wait 4 minutes, and then you can continue to apply your normal hair products. You should be able to see results by just using the mask but remember it is a progressive treatment. The mask is a leave-in treatment so you would apply it after you are done coloring as I have mentioned and you do not need to wait until you wash your hair again you can use it after the color :)
Hi Madeleine, yes! This is their new double dose treatment for maximum damage repair. Here is the link to our new K18 video where I go over it step by step th-cam.com/video/kujKnpqK9Bs/w-d-xo.html
Hi Kathy, the mist is different from the leave-in mask. The mist is lightweight and was engineered to strengthen the hair's defense against damaging chemical services such as bleach, color, etc. It is used pre-service as the pH is higher and it allows for the hair cuticle layer to open so that the hair's cortex can be penetrated and for the peptide to be delivered to damaged sites on a molecular level. It's basically repairing existing damage and strengthening the hair before a chemical service and allowing for the strongest canvas to create on. It can also be used as a treatment without a chemical service (in cases of extreme damage or fine hair as it won't weight the hair down) and for maximum damage repair it can be layered underneath the mask which is K18's "double dose treatment". By using both one on top of the other, you’re doubling down on the peptide for maximum repair. Check out our other K18 video here th-cam.com/video/kujKnpqK9Bs/w-d-xo.html where I discuss this at the 7:40 mark. The mask is a post-service treatment that repairs damage caused during the salon service and it is also used at home as a treatment to control ongoing damage. It has a lower pH and helps to close the cuticle layer of the hair and seal in the peptide. It also has lightweight conditioning benefits to help keep the hair smooth and soft.
i was told by my hairdresser that i MUST blow dry my hair after the 4 mins of leaving in the K18 treatment. I would rather let my hair air dry naturally to avoid adding more heat to it. Is that ok?
Hi Lucy, no you do not need to blow dry as this is not a heat activated product. If you are in the process of repairing your hair then leaving it to air dry is a good idea to help minimize damage. After the 4 minutes are up, you can then proceed with combing and styling however you'd like with a styling product of your choice if desired :) The key is to not overdo the mask.
I was taught as a professional through the brand that the k18 mist is only for chemical processes like coloring toning and bleaching? I’m very confused by this video as I’ve never heard any k18 rep talk about using the mist directly on hair as a shine or styling/treatment spray product only the mask? We use the mask in salon as a treatment but never the mist? I suppose it would work this way I’ve just never been recommended to do it this way and did ask my rep and the company directly if this is an option and was told no both times. Did you get other info that you can use the mist as a standalone? If so I’m interested to hear?
My hair is thick, crazy curly & frizzy. I’ve just had it lightened with K18. Have the k18 treatment too. My hair is dry, I try & let it dry naturally just while it recovers but it has a mind of it’s own. Any advice on products that’ll help soften after k18 leave in & take my frizzy curly hair without feeling dry? Looking at the redken leave in you mentioned & k18 shampoo. Thanks 😊
Hi Lisa, the products that have worked for me to help tame and control my hair when it gets really frizzy and unmanageable is the mega sleek line by Matrix www.matrix.com/total-results/products/mega-sleek/mega-sleek-shampoo The conditioner helps me tremendously but if you want a leave-in you can try the cream. Also, Truss has some products that have really helped me as well. For instance, Night Spa storetruss.com/product/night-spa/ This is an overnight serum and it works really well! If I am travelling where it's humid and I can't control my hair then this one really works for me. There's also the coconut infused dream cocktail leave-in by Color Wow that you can try as well amzn.to/3GIDibE and I just saw they have a new curly line that you can try like the vital natural serum or the coco motion lubricationg conditioner colorwowhair.com/collections/curly-hair There are so many options! If you try any of these let me know how it goes. Hopefully you can find something that helps you out of these and if not, let's talk some more :)
Hi, great video!! What shampoo and leave in would you recommend for someone with bleached hair that was curly before bleach? I bought the mask so I’m just looking at what else I need
Hi 😊 Thank you so much! I would recommend you use the shampoo K18 recently released as it's made to complement the leave-in mask. Check out our K18 shampoo video where I go over both of the new shampoos and everything you need to know about them th-cam.com/video/kujKnpqK9Bs/w-d-xo.html The K18 mask is already a leave-in so you don't necessarily need another product unless you feel your hair needs it or you want the thermal protection. You can use one of your choice just make sure to wait 4 minutes after you apply the K18 mask before you apply anything else on top. Redken has the Acidic Perfecting leave-in and also you can look into the Kerastase Chroma Absolu leave-in (Serum Chroma Thermique). We have videos on both lines as well if you are interested, I also go over both of those. Based on your profile pic, your hair color is beautiful!
Hi Grace, technically you can as long as the Dream Coat is the last product you are applying on wet hair prior to styling but the results may be diminished as it’s not something they recommend. You can test it out to see how the results will be but if you have an event and you want that perfect finish to the hair I would skip the K18 mask just to ensure optimal results. You can use the Color Wow Cocktails and Raise The Root prior to application of Dream Coat but it’s not necessary and just the Dream Coat alone should do it’s job :)
Thank you! K18 does not recommend using the mask or mist prior to Keratin or Brazilian treatments. They recommend to use the K18 mask on your first hair wash after treatment and for 6 consecutive times after.
Hi Sorelle, I have an update to your question. I am sorry but unfortunately earlier I did not give you the correct information. The mist can be applied prior to a keratin treatment. However, because the keratin treatment will act as a laminate on the hair- using the mask immediately after the keratin straightener will be ineffective. Therefore, it is recommended to wait 3-4 shampoos post treatment and then you can use the K18 mask :) K18 with Keratin service 1. Prep hair by lightly misting with water 2. Apply K18 Mist section by section, amount needed depends on hair type and condition 3. Wait 4 minutes 4. Clarify per keratin treatment instructions 5. Apply and process keratin treatment as usual
Yes they can. K18 does recommend to not use the Olaplex shampoo when using their mask as there are ingredients in it that may prevent their peptide from penetrating through. Please let us know your results and thoughts if you do try using both on your hair :)
The biggest struggle for me with k18 is that i have really healthy hair and I just can't tell if it really does something or is just a nice hair balm that is decent at replacing conditioner
I understand what you mean. It can be difficult to determine how great a product is when you have healthier hair. Personally, if my hair responds well to a product I tend to continue using it for a certain timeframe (before switching to something else) because hair will always benefit from products such as K18 to repair the hair even if it is healthy since it still gets damaged on a daily basis from things such as brushing etc. Thankfully you have healthy hair which is such a blessing! Thanks for watching and supporting our channel.
My hair was crumbling like thin fragile rice noodles to the touch after an aphogee protein treatment. This significantly reduced after one k18 mask. For me, it works.
So I shouldn't use conditioner ever again? Or it's fine on hair wash days when I'm not using K18? What about other stuff? If I wash my hair at night and I want to straighten it the next morning with my L'oreal Steampod, can I apply the hair milk and oil to my hair?
Hi Lexi, you don't have to drop conditioner from your routine completely. You'll just need to adjust your routine when using K18 if you do want/need to use conditioner to smooth frizz or detangle your hair. For example, on days you use the K18 mask instead of using conditioner right after shampooing- simply shampoo your hair as usual and then towel dry your hair and apply the mask. Wait 4 minutes and then hop back into the shower and apply your conditioner. You can also try detangling your hair prior to the shower so that you can make your life easier and not have to do this process. Otherwise, when you aren't using K18 you can definitely follow your usual hair routine.
Hi, K18 only recommends to use a clarifying shampoo during your first wash with K18 to remove and build up for maximum peptide penetration and then switching back to your regular shampoo for the remaining 5 consecutive hair washes.
@@vickybrabeck Hi Vicky, according to K18 you will receive maximized results with K18 when using a clarifying shampoo. You can use a silicone based shampoo but remember that silicones cause buildup so you would need to clarify regularly so you can receive the most benefits from K18. They also state to not use K18 with Olaplex shampoo or a shampoo that is a repair or ultra moisturizing shampoo.
Hi Mimi, K18 states you can use any shampoo of your choice but recommend to not use a repair or ultra moisturizing shampoo or Olaplex 4 on the days you use K18 but you can reincorporate it back into your routine when you are not using K18. Here is a list of shampoos K18 recommends Amika Normcore Amika Reset Clarifying (oily hair) Amika 3D Volumizing shampoo Redken All Soft Playa Violet brightening shampoo (blondes) Bumble and bumble seaweed Kerastase Genesis (dry or oily hair formula) Kerastase Specifique balancing Kerastase Discipline Biolage Colorlast
Hi Casey, K18 does not recommend using the K18 Mask prior to a Brazilian treatment. However, they do recommend that you use the K18 mask during your 3rd to 4th hair wash post treatment and for the next 6 consecutive hair washes thereafter for significant results. Your Brazilian blowout results should remain the same.
Thanks for the video. I tried K18 and indeed I saw a real difference! I have very fine hair and they frizz easily (most of the time I hate my hair tbh). K18 is effective and easy to apply. The only problem is the price 😭 I tested Olaplex also (the 0 and the 3 before shampoo). I also feel a difference but as I shampoo in the morning, it’s more difficult to incorporate in a shampoo routine (it’s when I go in the shower that I realise that I could / should have apply Olaplex 40 min before). I’m looking for other products that I could use but more to protect my hair (so I don’t need to repair it). What would you advise ? Olaplex 4 and 5 ? Or kerastase (but which one?) ? Redken ? Or I can use any shampoo and conditioner but it’s better to apply a leave in treatment afterwards?
Hi Virginie! It made me sad reading that you hate your hair most of the time 💔 I hope that will change for you soon! Yeah, K18 is not a cheap product but while you have it try to use it consecutively so that you can get the most benefit from it. Also, with K18 given that you have very fine hair you may not need to invest in conditioning products (since K18 has lightweight conditioning benefits) so that's a plus. I agree with you that it's easier/more convenient to apply and fit into your routine in comparison to Olaplex. However, you don't have to keep Olaplex 0+3 in for that long you can apply it for a minimum of 20 min. Prime with 0 for 10 min & then apply 3 over it for an additional 10min if you are rushing. I would check out the new shampoo from Kerastase the Chroma Absolu line Bain Chroma Respect. It is formulated for fine hair and is sulfate-free. It is a gentle, protective, and hydrating shampoo that preserves color. Olaplex 4 may be too concentrated for you and K18 states to not use it on the days you use the K18 mask. If you do use it, you only need a very small amount- just lather it well in your palms prior to application. I would also look into the new serum from Olaplex N9 as it is made to protect your hair, it's truly an amazing product and it won't weigh your hair down. We have a video on it where you can see the consistency etc. Please keep us updated with what you decide to do and how your hair responds to K18 after you have used it multiple times. I hope we can help in some way!
@@EverythingHairBrand a big thank you for your response and advice 🤗 I want to improve my hair and I’m a little lost at the moment. Like I said I have very fine hair. My chance is that I have curls so it gives at least some illusion of volume. Till now I was using a shampoo and a heavy mask each time (a normal conditioner doesn’t work : my hair is dry and looks like straw) but after I blow dry my hair, most of the time I see my hair without curls but more on the frizzy side…like a witch or someone who put their finger in a socket… That why I hate it because I don’t know what to do to change this. From what I understand I should - use restorative products like k18 and olaplex 0 and 3 -> together on the same routine or alternatively ? Like 4-5 shampoos with one of the 2 to repair my hair and then 1/ week K18 and 1/week olaplex 0 &3 ? - use a shampoo for fine hair that hydrates and protect. Thanks for the tip about Kerastase chroma absolu. I will buy it - not use a conditionner but rather a leave on treatment after shampoo (when I’m not using the K18)? I will have a look at olaplex 9. Chroma absolu has also a serum. Would you recommend it or olaplex 9 is better ? Is this routine correct ? Are there specific attention points ? Already thank you very much for your response and advice 🙏🙏
@@virginiemazy7054 do you know what caused your hair to be this way? Is your hair color treated? The Chroma Absolu line is for color treated hair. Try using the shampoo we discussed(if your hair is color treated) with the K18 mask 6 washes in a row. Then you can use it every 3-4 washes for maintenance. I have heard great results from Olaplex 9 for curly hair so I think it is worth a try. The Chroma Absolu and the Olaplex 9 should both help with frizz. I would also try to stay away from heat while you are trying to repair your hair to give your hair a break and if you do have to blow dry do not touch the hair directly with the dryer. Stay consistent, give your hair some time and see if there are any improvements. Any steps in the right direction are already a good sign. If the Chroma Absolu line is something that is for you and if you like it then you can always try incorporating some of their other products. I am using the entire line right now and I like it. It's hard to give specifics because a lot of it is really trial and error and patience haha. Speaking from personal experience 😅
@@EverythingHairBrand yes my hair is treated : I have brown hair but wanted a warmer tint thus I color it (in a salon) for years. Now it’s also to cover some grey hair. Reading the info about the chroma absolu made me realise that indeed my hair might suffer from the treatment. I thought it was only when you bleached you hair to become blonde or with a perm (🙄). I made a hair shopping session yesterday ☺️ I bought - a second bottle of K18 (will use it in a row like you said, this now it was not that frequently ) - the chroma absolu. I’m curious to see if I will see a difference - olaplex 3 because I had only a discovery size. I will start with the K18 as you said then I will use the olaplex 0 and 3 alternatively every 3-4 washes with the K18. I will use both because I saw a video on YT. If your hair is like a ladder, K18 and olaplex both repair the sulfur “bars” but one of the 2 repairs the vertical ones and the other ones the horizontal ones. - the redken extreme anti-snap treatment to have a leave in product after shampoo. I wanted to buy the olaplex 9 but I couldn’t find it (in Belgium). I will keep looking and searching in order to try it when I can put my hands on it. I blow dry my hair in order to have volume. Otherwise my hair lays flat. I will try not to do it once or maybe only dry the scalp. My hair is not that long though (I have a bob cut). I started also to use the hair serum of the ordinary to see if I would get a boost from it. Let’s see what this gives … but thanks to you I have an action plan and instead of being desperate, at least I try to do something… Like you said, it’s trial and error …. Thank you for your responses. It really helped me and I wish you a happy and sunny day ☀️✨
Yes I like your mindset. We all have to start somewhere.. thank you and same to you 💖✨Comments like yours give me more motivation to continue creating content. Also, I thought Olaplex ships globally to most countries.
I used Olaplex 3 before good results Than discovered K18 used it alone and felt great. Than I tried both and didn’t see advantage over K 18 alone. K18 is better than Olaplex 3;Mabe I’ll keep trying using them both and see what happens
Hi :) K18 recommends to use the mask for 6 consecutive washes and after that, use the mask every 3-4 washes for maintenance and healthy hair. K18 states you should start to see stronger, softer, and healthier hair after just one use.
@@RAMNIKK yes the leave-in molecular repair hair mask. It comes in different sizes, here is the link for you to see amzn.to/3wBtJFU In this video we are showing 2 products, the mask and the spray. However, the spray is a professional product and is used in the salon. Also, K18 is releasing two new shampoos soon which will compliment the mask! Stay tuned 😁
Hi it is designed to be used for 6 consecutive washes because it is a progressive treatment. How did you use it with Olaplex/with which Olaplex products? In what order?
Hi Madeline, K18 just released two new shampoos and it will be best to use them with the treatment mask. One is microdosed with their peptide and is good for everyday use and the other one also has the peptide and is a clarifying shampoo. It's going to prep the hair for maximum treatment results. In the meanwhile, you can use a clarifying shampoo prior to initiating treatment to remove any buildup you may have for better penetration of the peptide. Then switch back to your regular shampoo but don't use any shampoos that are repair or ultra moisturizing so that the treatment can be effective. We will post a video on this soon.
@@EverythingHairBrand this is so confusing to me. I have the k18 which shampoo on their site needs to be used first? Then which shampoo needs to be used for the six washes. Please let me know thank you
@@Christinaejohnson Hi Christina, upon initiating treatment with the K18 leave-in mask you can first use the K18 detox shampoo to get a nice deep cleanse for the mask to work at an optimal level. Then after that, for your next washes you can use the K18 pH maintenance shampoo. Depending on how often you wash your hair and your level of product use/buildup you will make a decision on how often you will need to clarify with the detox shampoo. I explain all of this in our latest K18 video on the shampoos. Here is the link th-cam.com/video/kujKnpqK9Bs/w-d-xo.html Hope this helps!💕
Remember of course....that the hair in this ad has been blow dried professionally.....that's why its so shiny ..K18 woks on the INSIDE, not the OUTSIDE.......
Hi Greg, I am sorry our video came off as an ad to you when it is meant to be an informative video to teach people about K18. We are not affiliated with K18. In this video, my hair was flat ironed in the end result which does bring out a nice shine ✨ K18 works on the inside as you mentioned but as a result, the reconnection of the broken chains is what renews the hair and improves its look and feel. The mask also has added lightweight conditioning benefits to keep the hair smooth and soft.
Hi tried Olaplex 3 with K18 mask:30 minutes Olaplex 3 than shampoo (Fructis by Garnier)and than K18 for 4 minutes. Hair is soft and nice but I’m not sure the difference between this and K18 alone is noticeable. Maybe I’ll give it second try
Interesting, thank you for the information. I would assume the hair treated with both should have better results. I will have to test it out. The good news is that the results are nice both ways! I agree sometimes you need to do multiple attempts to really get a feel of how the product works and also K18 is a progressive treatment that should improve the hair over time. Do you prime the hair with N0 before using Olaplex N3? Thanks for the update :)
Hi Mary, I am sorry to hear that your hair became worse after using K18. How many times have you used it so far? What type of hair do you have and what type of damage (chemical, mechanical, both) What do you believe is causing your hair to be damaged? It's best a professional is able to assess your hair in person to determine what it needs and how to help you revive your hair. It may be your hair needs more conditioning and may have better results using another product concurrently. Please don't be discouraged because there's definitely a solution out there for you and so many great products- you just have to find the right one for your needs. You have an option to reach out to K18 and explain your situation to them and they may have further recommendations for you. Also, if you are interested take a look at at our Acidic Bonding Concentrate(Redken) video as these products have helped people achieve great results after treatment and it may be something that will hopefully work on your hair.
I have a friend who is a makeup artist & her hair stylist told me about K18. He flipped when i said i was using olaplex because it makes your hair fall out
Hey thank you for the compliment :) I am always trying to maintain my hair as much as possible and due to filming we are always doing various treatments on my hair as well so they don't look really damaged etc. However, my hair is really hard to work with and manage. If you see some of the other videos like the Redken one you can tell how crazy they get haha. This video is a tutorial and you can see that the hair looks nice and healthy after a chemical service. The healthier base you have to work with the better the results. New K18 video coming soon!
I used OUAI detox/clarifying shampoo before I applied the k18 is that okay? Is that a good enough clarifying shampoo? Or should I use another one. Also can you tell me which shampoo I can use for my next six washes? I can purchase the one on their site but there is two.
@@Christinaejohnson yes it is okay that you used the OUAI detox shampoo. I personally have not tried it yet. Since K18 just came out with their own clarifying shampoo, I would personally use theirs as it's meant to complement their treatment. If you are striving to really repair your hair it may be beneficial to use their shampoos as their patented peptide is in both of the shampoos and it's designed to help reduce protein loss while washing your hair. However, it's not necessary and the choice is ultimately yours. Since you already have a clarifying shampoo, you can always start by getting the K18 pH maintenance shampoo and use it when you use the K18 mask and then eventually add on to your collection and try the K18 detox shampoo.
@@EverythingHairBrand thank you! I sure hope so Olaplex did not work for me. I have spent so much money on products. Hoping this one at least helps some I would be happy with that :) thanks again! ❤️
I am certainly certainly hopeful that this will help me. I am one of the victims of Ola Plex, which absolutely destroyed my hair. I just don’t know how this can be such a miracle product which leaves me just a tiny bit skeptical. But I am certainly very hopeful. However, the girl in the video certainly does not have damaged hair and I doubt she ever did.
Hi 👋 I’m sorry to hear that you’re going through a difficult time with your hair. I hope K18 works for you. I have always tried to maintain my hair health and prevent hair damage as much as possible. What caused you to develop hair damage?
Hi I am sorry to hear you had this experience. Can you please further explain what exactly happened, how many times you used it, and which product mask or mist?
@@sobean9309 Hi, K18 is not a protein treatment and will not build up in the hair the way a synthetic or animal protein will. An extreme amount of protein is only possible when proteins are synthetic.If overused, it can create build up in the hair and result in brittle, weak hair. K18 is made up of 13 amino acids which form into a peptide chain nature intended. This technology regenerates the disulfide bond in the hair. As far as Olaplex, it is a bond multiplier that rebuilds the broken disulfide bonds in the hair and is not a protein treatment. Olaplex is safe to use as often as needed. Some Olaplex products contain protein but the amounts are minimal and not enough to be considered a protein treatment. Hope this helps.
Did you use the mask for 6 consecutive washes? K18 works as a progressive treatment. What is your hair damaged from? If you do chemical services talk to your stylist about incorporating the mist into your routine or find out what is used so that you can understand how to help prevent/improve your hair damage
@@EverythingHairBrand Yes, 6 consecutive washes. It is damaged from over-bleaching that I did myself, unfortunately. My hairdresser doesn't use K18 ( at least not yet) but she does use Olaplex. However, I'm surprised that K18 did not help at all..even without the mist because they claim that the hair is 94% better with just the mask. Hmmmmm.
@@JuicyJuice1313 😳 were you using a bonder when bleaching? You mentioned your hair is very damaged. Be patient and give your hair some time to heal. Any progress is already a step in the right direction. Stick with a routine that works best for you and I hope to hear some good news from you in the near future :)
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I use Olaplex 3 for one hour before washing my hair
After shampooing I do use K18
The hair is much better than before
Happy to hear! 💕
Good to know, thanks.
Great video! You covered all of the little details many people have questions about. I have been using K18 for a few months now and I really like it. I love how easy it is to use and I find it works better for me than Olaplex. I really wish they would sell the spray retail so we could use it as a stand alone at home.
Hi again :) Thank you!
Yes, so easy and works so well. I'm happy to hear this from you.
K18 should definitely come out with a spray for at home use. It's an amazing product!
PS- didn't forget about Kerastase!
I have found the spray on a website
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I had been using olaplex + k18 on my very bleach damaged hair. It was doing well. Since I still had some breakage, I assumed they weren’t working and I did an aphogee 2 step treatment. Huge mistake because my hair started literally crumbling to the touch. I lost like half my hair in one day as a result. I panicked and did a stand-alone olaplex 1-2-8 treatment which nothing. I then just shampooed with clarifying shampoo and used only k18, 4 mins later the breakage significantly reduced.
I will only be using k18 now as my bond builder/repair/hair savior. I should never have done the aphogee treatment and I won’t be wasting money on olaplex anymore.
It’ll take nearly a year to grow my hair back and my journey toward an even platinum continues but at least now I know for sure k18 works! I need me the professional product of the Sephora product worked so well!
Hi! What a story..I can imagine how stressful it was to see so much of your hair breaking like that. I am so happy to hear that you have achieved such great results and repair from K18. Wishing you luck on your hair growth and platinum journey, keep us updated! If you can, bleach your hair in a salon that uses K18 so that you get the most out of the products and your hair doesn't suffer so much damage. Before going in for lightening, try to use the mask consecutively to strengthen your hair.
Just and update, I’ve settled on redkens acidic bonding complex + k18 and my hair is light years better! I’ve given it another trim
Since and my hair looks pretty good and you can’t tell how damaged it was 😁 k18 is incredible. I’m going to be retouching my roots today and am confident going into it with k18
@@xxo5294 Amazing news! Thanks for sharing :)
And another post bleach update, I got the K18 professional mist and did a treatment before and after retouching my roots and running the bleach through a lot of the test of my hair and OMG my hair is literally healthier and stronger NOW than before! Breakage reduced 95% at least! Such a game changer I’m so happy! I have an overall level 9 with some level 8 and next root retouch I’ll be able to finally have healthy strong platinum hair 😁☺️
@@xxo5294 yay! 👏👏👏💕 By doing things the right way it definitely pays off
Buenas Tades! Saludos :) Es necesario lavar el cabello antes de colocar el k 18 mist para tinturarlo? En mi caso lo pregunto por qué me coloco aceite en la raiz para mejorar la caida del cabello y no se si esto impida que penetre la bruma? Muchas gracias!!!
This was really helpful, thank you! ❤
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Does it helps hair that has been dammaged partially by an old dye and lately? If yes how many times should i used it!
All i saw here was apply right after a dye (for the mask) for 6washes , but does it work on old damaged hair too
Thank you so much for those precious informations ❤️
Hi, yes it does. The mask is a treatment that repairs damage from bleach, color, and chemical services. The peptide should help add strength to your hair. In the video, we showed an example of how to use the mask as part of a lightening service but it is the same application process even without the highlights service- sorry for the confusion :)
K18 recommends to use the mask for 4-6 washes at home and then as needed for a boost of strength, softness, smoothness, and bounce.
Great video!
I have been in discussions with K18 and Olaplex and apparently you can use both products at the same time for either a Stand-Alone Treatment or in a Chemical service.
K18 do recommend to use the mist before Olaplex, however I am not sure how accurate this is as I have heard that Olaplex’s molecule is smaller, but from what I can see, I believe using the K18 Mist, followed by No.1 & No.2, wash thoroughly, towel-dry, and apply the K18 mask is what I am personally going to be doing.
If you have any thoughts and opinions about this, please feel free to respond 😊
Hi Brandon thanks so much! I haven't heard of anyone mixing the products together yet but I have briefly thought of that to see whether the results would be even better. Please let me know how it goes for you!
Although I am not sure how well the K18 leave-in mask would penetrate the hair after the Olaplex Stand Alone since they do recommend to just shampoo prior to application.
K18 states Olaplex is a synthetic fix and that K18 doesn't temporarily patch damage, it is able to reverse damage through their patented peptide.
@@EverythingHairBrand I know that a lot of ‘bond builders’ have tried so hard to replicate Olaplex, and when this has happened and as we know, we have had many companies claiming that their bond technology does the same thing when this is not true. Olaplex was in discussions with Loreal about how the ingredient works, giving them some basic information which spread like wild fire, which is why you will find most bond builders use Maleic Acid which is a stabiliser known to stop the creation of Cysteic Acid (a acid that eats proteins) and only one of many molecules that makes Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate which actually a very salt of something that involves not only stopping Cysteic Acid but also multiplies disulfide bonds, which is probably due to some amino acids and more. We will never know. However, Olaplex is not synthetic is the way K18 is making it out to be. The others that copied Olaplex, are, because they use conditioning ingredients, Olaplex does not.
The way I have been told by both Olaplex and K18 to do this is:
1. Wash hair twice with a clarifying shampoo to de-mineralise the hair and any build up. Do not follow up with conditioner.
2. Spray K18 Mist into towel dried hair and brush through throughly. Wait 4 minutes.
3. Apply Olaplex No.1 for 5 to 10 minutes, followed by Olaplex No. 2 for 20+ minutes.
4. Lightly wash hair from root to end with Olaplex No. 4, rinse, do not follow up with conditioner. Make sure all shampoo is rinsed.
5. Apply K18 Mask to towel dried hair. Wait 4 minutes.
(Step 6 is optional but I love to do this)
6. Apply Olaplex 4-in-1 after K18, leave on for desired amount of time, then rinse.
I like to do this last step because while K18 is still doing it’s magic, the 4-in-1 gives deep moisture benefits that are truly noticeable. The only thing is that you rinse is out but I believe it is worth it and the hair feels so amazing afterwards. This way it is balancing all types of repair from the inside and out.
@@advisemethis thank you so much for this information Brandon! I’m going to try this method
@@EverythingHairBrand you’re most welcome! I would LOVE to see a video of this as well as a lot of people are and have been asking everywhere if and how you would use Olaplex and K18 both as a professional and as a consumer so I think it would help a lot of people that like to use both.
I would also suggest contacting Olaplex and K18, and any professional hairdresser that has experience of using both for references and proof because some professionals and consumers that do not know this method may not understand or agree as some think that Olaplex and K18 can be ‘overused’ which is not true at all, and so, therefore you have verified clarification from both companies.
Will be excited to see the results of this! 🙂
Thank you for this idea Brandon. We will look further into it!
I bought only the hair mist to do my balayage, is it enough to protect my hair and have a good result or should i buy the hair mask too !
Hi, the mist is good because it's going to help strengthen your hair to withstand the damage that occurs during your chemical service. It's a great product to use before exposing your hair to the damage of bleach, color, etc. Of course, it's best to finish with the mask as a post service treatment as it will repair damage caused during your salon service and it will close the hair cuticle and seal in the peptide that repairs broken keratin chains. It also has some lightweight conditioning benefits which can help keep your hair smooth and soft. It's not necessary as you should still have a good result but I think adding it can definitely benefit you. Since hair damage is ongoing, if you do get the mask you can continue to use it for maintenance of your hair and also with a healthy hair base, services should last longer :) K18 also has a new product now which is their oil, you can test it out if you are interested. Video coming soon
Do I need to wash with the detox every time at the 6 times?
Hi Sarah, prior to initiating treatment you can start with the detox shampoo to clear the path for maximum peptide penetration and optimal results. For the follow up washes you can use the pH maintenance shampoo on the days between the detox when your hair doesn't have a ton of buildup and needs a cleanse. It's a daily shampoo and you can use it as often as you'd like. When you need a more heavy duty cleanse then go for the detox again. For instance, when you see buildup such as flakes and stickiness, dryness, and brittleness.
Can I use the mist as a leave in after the mask? Thank you!
Hey, you would use the mist first on clean damp hair and then after 4 minutes follow up with the mask
Is the professional 150ml bottle the same formula as the 50ml bottle sold in stores.
Yes it is, just a bigger size.
Thanks for the honest review, for the professional mask and mist how often it needs to be done? Once a month? Does it makes a difference for root touch up? Can the professional overuse cause issues in the hair?
Hi, the mask is the same and the only difference is in the size. The mask comes in a larger pro exclusive size and the mist is intended for professional use only. The mist and the mask is actually a progressive treatment and your hair undergoes a reparative phase. Every time you use the products your hair is building upon the repair that was happening before. It is recommended to use the mask consecutively after washing your hair for the first 4-6 shampoos and then every 3-4 washes for maintenance.
You can do the mist and mask service every time you go to the salon and the mist is especially great to use before a chemical service. It helps to strengthen the hair to withstand damage that occurs during a chemical service. The higher pH of the product helps to open the cuticle layer of the hair so that it can target the areas that are damaged and helps to reset the hair's canvas before exposing the hair to chemical services. It's basically going to help renew your existing damage to strengthen the hair in preparation for chemical services.
I would recommend to use the products as directed by K18. We will be releasing another K18 video soon with a new protocol on how the mist and mask can be used and to discuss their new products. Stay tuned! 💕
I’m assuming you can’t use the mist and leave in together?
Hi yes you can, it is one of their treatments called the K18 double dose. Check out our other K18 video at the 740 mark where I talk about it :) Here is the link th-cam.com/video/kujKnpqK9Bs/w-d-xo.html
I'm about to change my semi perm bright/vivid color. Would I be able to do this right after using K18 and drying my hair? Or would I need to have the K18 washed out before I apply my new color?
Hi, you would first apply the mist and without rinsing out (dry hair if needed) apply the color on top of the mist and process as usual. After shampooing, do not apply conditioner and towel dry. Then you would apply the mask and wait 4 minutes before styling. Do not rinse the mask out. At the salon you can also get the K18 chelator treatment which would be applied on dry hair prior to the mist. Mist hair with water before applying the mist if you do not use the chelator.
The chelating complex will reset your hair for optimal chemical service results and will help to revive the color vibrancy.
The mist will open the cuticle layer so that the K18PEPTIDE can get in and help strengthen your hair's defense against the damaging chemical service. Then the mask will close the cuticle layer to seal in the K18PEPTIDE for renewed strength and elasticity.
@EverythingHairBrand I only have the mask. Can I use just the mask and see results? And if so, would I apply that prior to the color or would I need to wait until I've washed my hair again? I really appreciate you responding; I've been looking at the k18 website and can't find an answer for this.
@@FosterTheFelines Hi again, I'm sorry for the confusion. If you are coloring your own hair then you would just process the color as usual, shampoo, skip the conditioner, towel dry - 65% damp, apply the K18 mask, wait 4 minutes, and then you can continue to apply your normal hair products. You should be able to see results by just using the mask but remember it is a progressive treatment. The mask is a leave-in treatment so you would apply it after you are done coloring as I have mentioned and you do not need to wait until you wash your hair again you can use it after the color :)
can i use both at the same time? like the mist first, I let activate and then the mask as well?
Hi Madeleine, yes! This is their new double dose treatment for maximum damage repair. Here is the link to our new K18 video where I go over it step by step th-cam.com/video/kujKnpqK9Bs/w-d-xo.html
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is the spray the same kind of treatment as the mask or only used before chemical treatment?
Hi Kathy, the mist is different from the leave-in mask. The mist is lightweight and was engineered to strengthen the hair's defense against damaging chemical services such as bleach, color, etc. It is used pre-service as the pH is higher and it allows for the hair cuticle layer to open so that the hair's cortex can be penetrated and for the peptide to be delivered to damaged sites on a molecular level. It's basically repairing existing damage and strengthening the hair before a chemical service and allowing for the strongest canvas to create on. It can also be used as a treatment without a chemical service (in cases of extreme damage or fine hair as it won't weight the hair down) and for maximum damage repair it can be layered underneath the mask which is K18's "double dose treatment". By using both one on top of the other, you’re doubling down on the peptide for maximum repair. Check out our other K18 video here th-cam.com/video/kujKnpqK9Bs/w-d-xo.html where I discuss this at the 7:40 mark.
The mask is a post-service treatment that repairs damage caused during the salon service and it is also used at home as a treatment to control ongoing damage. It has a lower pH and helps to close the cuticle layer of the hair and seal in the peptide. It also has lightweight conditioning benefits to help keep the hair smooth and soft.
i was told by my hairdresser that i MUST blow dry my hair after the 4 mins of leaving in the K18 treatment. I would rather let my hair air dry naturally to avoid adding more heat to it. Is that ok?
Hi Lucy, no you do not need to blow dry as this is not a heat activated product. If you are in the process of repairing your hair then leaving it to air dry is a good idea to help minimize damage. After the 4 minutes are up, you can then proceed with combing and styling however you'd like with a styling product of your choice if desired :) The key is to not overdo the mask.
I was taught as a professional through the brand that the k18 mist is only for chemical processes like coloring toning and bleaching? I’m very confused by this video as I’ve never heard any k18 rep talk about using the mist directly on hair as a shine or styling/treatment spray product only the mask? We use the mask in salon as a treatment but never the mist? I suppose it would work this way I’ve just never been recommended to do it this way and did ask my rep and the company directly if this is an option and was told no both times. Did you get other info that you can use the mist as a standalone? If so I’m interested to hear?
Hi Angeline, that is strange as they have a official video on their YT page on this. Let me link it for you th-cam.com/video/emMgVuWt4ow/w-d-xo.html
My hair is thick, crazy curly & frizzy. I’ve just had it lightened with K18. Have the k18 treatment too. My hair is dry, I try & let it dry naturally just while it recovers but it has a mind of it’s own.
Any advice on products that’ll help soften after k18 leave in & take my frizzy curly hair without feeling dry? Looking at the redken leave in you mentioned & k18 shampoo.
Thanks 😊
Hi Lisa, the products that have worked for me to help tame and control my hair when it gets really frizzy and unmanageable is the mega sleek line by Matrix www.matrix.com/total-results/products/mega-sleek/mega-sleek-shampoo
The conditioner helps me tremendously but if you want a leave-in you can try the cream. Also, Truss has some products that have really helped me as well. For instance, Night Spa storetruss.com/product/night-spa/ This is an overnight serum and it works really well! If I am travelling where it's humid and I can't control my hair then this one really works for me. There's also the coconut infused dream cocktail leave-in by Color Wow that you can try as well amzn.to/3GIDibE and I just saw they have a new curly line that you can try like the vital natural serum or the coco motion lubricationg conditioner colorwowhair.com/collections/curly-hair
There are so many options! If you try any of these let me know how it goes. Hopefully you can find something that helps you out of these and if not, let's talk some more :)
I found it can feel dry if you use too much. Online says the same thing.
Hi, great video!! What shampoo and leave in would you recommend for someone with bleached hair that was curly before bleach? I bought the mask so I’m just looking at what else I need
Hi 😊 Thank you so much! I would recommend you use the shampoo K18 recently released as it's made to complement the leave-in mask. Check out our K18 shampoo video where I go over both of the new shampoos and everything you need to know about them th-cam.com/video/kujKnpqK9Bs/w-d-xo.html
The K18 mask is already a leave-in so you don't necessarily need another product unless you feel your hair needs it or you want the thermal protection. You can use one of your choice just make sure to wait 4 minutes after you apply the K18 mask before you apply anything else on top. Redken has the Acidic Perfecting leave-in and also you can look into the Kerastase Chroma Absolu leave-in (Serum Chroma Thermique). We have videos on both lines as well if you are interested, I also go over both of those. Based on your profile pic, your hair color is beautiful!
What is the difference between the 150 ml and the 50 ml produkt. Are they the same produkt?
Hi 👋 it’s the same product just different packaging/size.
Can you use Wow dream coat after K18? Or it is better to use it in a separate time? Thank you!
Hi Grace, technically you can as long as the Dream Coat is the last product you are applying on wet hair prior to styling but the results may be diminished as it’s not something they recommend. You can test it out to see how the results will be but if you have an event and you want that perfect finish to the hair I would skip the K18 mask just to ensure optimal results. You can use the Color Wow Cocktails and Raise The Root prior to application of Dream Coat but it’s not necessary and just the Dream Coat alone should do it’s job :)
@@EverythingHairBrand thank you so much for your answer!
@@graceg8834 we actually have a video on the Color Wow line coming out in less than an hour 😁
Can I use the hair mask, wait 4 minutes and then apply Olaplex 6?
Hi Martina, yes you can apply whatever styling product you like after the 4 minutes are up :) We also just posted a new video on the k18 shampoos.
nice video thanks. can I use it after a keratin treatment or before keratin treatment? thank you.
Thank you! K18 does not recommend using the mask or mist prior to Keratin or Brazilian treatments. They recommend to use the K18 mask on your first hair wash after treatment and for 6 consecutive times after.
@@EverythingHairBrand Thank you so much for your answer and your help 👍
No problem :)
Hi Sorelle, I have an update to your question. I am sorry but unfortunately earlier I did not give you the correct information. The mist can be applied prior to a keratin treatment. However, because the keratin treatment will act as a laminate on the hair- using the mask immediately after the keratin straightener will be ineffective. Therefore, it is recommended to wait 3-4 shampoos post treatment and then you can use the K18 mask :)
K18 with Keratin service
1. Prep hair by lightly misting with water
2. Apply K18 Mist section by section, amount needed depends on hair type and condition
3. Wait 4 minutes
4. Clarify per keratin treatment instructions
5. Apply and process keratin treatment as usual
I get that this should be used for the first 6 “consecutive” washes but does that mean daily? Or the usual weekly washes i currently do?
Hi Jacinta, use the leave-in mask 6 times in a row after your usual weekly washes
@@EverythingHairBrand thank you! Since this repairs hair differently than olaplex can they be used together?
Yes they can. K18 does recommend to not use the Olaplex shampoo when using their mask as there are ingredients in it that may prevent their peptide from penetrating through. Please let us know your results and thoughts if you do try using both on your hair :)
The biggest struggle for me with k18 is that i have really healthy hair and I just can't tell if it really does something or is just a nice hair balm that is decent at replacing conditioner
I understand what you mean. It can be difficult to determine how great a product is when you have healthier hair. Personally, if my hair responds well to a product I tend to continue using it for a certain timeframe (before switching to something else) because hair will always benefit from products such as K18 to repair the hair even if it is healthy since it still gets damaged on a daily basis from things such as brushing etc.
Thankfully you have healthy hair which is such a blessing! Thanks for watching and supporting our channel.
My hair was crumbling like thin fragile rice noodles to the touch after an aphogee protein treatment. This significantly reduced after one k18 mask. For me, it works.
If you have healthy hair, then you really don't need K18
So I shouldn't use conditioner ever again? Or it's fine on hair wash days when I'm not using K18? What about other stuff? If I wash my hair at night and I want to straighten it the next morning with my L'oreal Steampod, can I apply the hair milk and oil to my hair?
Hi Lexi, you don't have to drop conditioner from your routine completely. You'll just need to adjust your routine when using K18 if you do want/need to use conditioner to smooth frizz or detangle your hair. For example, on days you use the K18 mask instead of using conditioner right after shampooing- simply shampoo your hair as usual and then towel dry your hair and apply the mask. Wait 4 minutes and then hop back into the shower and apply your conditioner. You can also try detangling your hair prior to the shower so that you can make your life easier and not have to do this process. Otherwise, when you aren't using K18 you can definitely follow your usual hair routine.
Do you have to use a clarifying shampoo when you are using the mist &/or mask everytime?
Hi, K18 only recommends to use a clarifying shampoo during your first wash with K18 to remove and build up for maximum peptide penetration and then switching back to your regular shampoo for the remaining 5 consecutive hair washes.
@@EverythingHairBrand are silicones shampoo for the next washes okay?
@@vickybrabeck Hi Vicky, according to K18 you will receive maximized results with K18 when using a clarifying shampoo. You can use a silicone based shampoo but remember that silicones cause buildup so you would need to clarify regularly so you can receive the most benefits from K18. They also state to not use K18 with Olaplex shampoo or a shampoo that is a repair or ultra moisturizing shampoo.
@@EverythingHairBrand then what type of shampoo is left to use, they all are that
Hi Mimi, K18 states you can use any shampoo of your choice but recommend to not use a repair or ultra moisturizing shampoo or Olaplex 4 on the days you use K18 but you can reincorporate it back into your routine when you are not using K18. Here is a list of shampoos K18 recommends
Amika Normcore
Amika Reset Clarifying (oily hair)
Amika 3D Volumizing shampoo
Redken All Soft
Playa Violet brightening shampoo (blondes)
Bumble and bumble seaweed
Kerastase Genesis (dry or oily hair formula)
Kerastase Specifique balancing
Kerastase Discipline
Biolage Colorlast
Can this be done before a brazilian blowout treatment?
Hi Casey, K18 does not recommend using the K18 Mask prior to a Brazilian treatment. However, they do recommend that you use the K18 mask during your 3rd to 4th hair wash post treatment and for the next 6 consecutive hair washes thereafter for significant results. Your Brazilian blowout results should remain the same.
Thanks for the video. I tried K18 and indeed I saw a real difference!
I have very fine hair and they frizz easily (most of the time I hate my hair tbh).
K18 is effective and easy to apply. The only problem is the price 😭
I tested Olaplex also (the 0 and the 3 before shampoo). I also feel a difference but as I shampoo in the morning, it’s more difficult to incorporate in a shampoo routine (it’s when I go in the shower that I realise that I could / should have apply Olaplex 40 min before).
I’m looking for other products that I could use but more to protect my hair (so I don’t need to repair it).
What would you advise ? Olaplex 4 and 5 ? Or kerastase (but which one?) ? Redken ?
Or I can use any shampoo and conditioner but it’s better to apply a leave in treatment afterwards?
Hi Virginie! It made me sad reading that you hate your hair most of the time 💔 I hope that will change for you soon! Yeah, K18 is not a cheap product but while you have it try to use it consecutively so that you can get the most benefit from it. Also, with K18 given that you have very fine hair you may not need to invest in conditioning products (since K18 has lightweight conditioning benefits) so that's a plus.
I agree with you that it's easier/more convenient to apply and fit into your routine in comparison to Olaplex. However, you don't have to keep Olaplex 0+3 in for that long you can apply it for a minimum of 20 min. Prime with 0 for 10 min & then apply 3 over it for an additional 10min if you are rushing.
I would check out the new shampoo from Kerastase the Chroma Absolu line Bain Chroma Respect. It is formulated for fine hair and is sulfate-free. It is a gentle, protective, and hydrating shampoo that preserves color. Olaplex 4 may be too concentrated for you and K18 states to not use it on the days you use the K18 mask. If you do use it, you only need a very small amount- just lather it well in your palms prior to application. I would also look into the new serum from Olaplex N9 as it is made to protect your hair, it's truly an amazing product and it won't weigh your hair down. We have a video on it where you can see the consistency etc. Please keep us updated with what you decide to do and how your hair responds to K18 after you have used it multiple times. I hope we can help in some way!
@@EverythingHairBrand a big thank you for your response and advice 🤗
I want to improve my hair and I’m a little lost at the moment. Like I said I have very fine hair. My chance is that I have curls so it gives at least some illusion of volume.
Till now I was using a shampoo and a heavy mask each time (a normal conditioner doesn’t work : my hair is dry and looks like straw) but after I blow dry my hair, most of the time I see my hair without curls but more on the frizzy side…like a witch or someone who put their finger in a socket… That why I hate it because I don’t know what to do to change this.
From what I understand I should
- use restorative products like k18 and olaplex 0 and 3 -> together on the same routine or alternatively ? Like 4-5 shampoos with one of the 2 to repair my hair and then 1/ week K18 and 1/week olaplex 0 &3 ?
- use a shampoo for fine hair that hydrates and protect. Thanks for the tip about Kerastase chroma absolu. I will buy it
- not use a conditionner but rather a leave on treatment after shampoo (when I’m not using the K18)? I will have a look at olaplex 9. Chroma absolu has also a serum. Would you recommend it or olaplex 9 is better ?
Is this routine correct ? Are there specific attention points ?
Already thank you very much for your response and advice 🙏🙏
@@virginiemazy7054 do you know what caused your hair to be this way? Is your hair color treated? The Chroma Absolu line is for color treated hair.
Try using the shampoo we discussed(if your hair is color treated) with the K18 mask 6 washes in a row. Then you can use it every 3-4 washes for maintenance. I have heard great results from Olaplex 9 for curly hair so I think it is worth a try. The Chroma Absolu and the Olaplex 9 should both help with frizz. I would also try to stay away from heat while you are trying to repair your hair to give your hair a break and if you do have to blow dry do not touch the hair directly with the dryer. Stay consistent, give your hair some time and see if there are any improvements. Any steps in the right direction are already a good sign. If the Chroma Absolu line is something that is for you and if you like it then you can always try incorporating some of their other products. I am using the entire line right now and I like it. It's hard to give specifics because a lot of it is really trial and error and patience haha. Speaking from personal experience 😅
@@EverythingHairBrand yes my hair is treated : I have brown hair but wanted a warmer tint thus I color it (in a salon) for years. Now it’s also to cover some grey hair. Reading the info about the chroma absolu made me realise that indeed my hair might suffer from the treatment. I thought it was only when you bleached you hair to become blonde or with a perm (🙄).
I made a hair shopping session yesterday ☺️ I bought
- a second bottle of K18 (will use it in a row like you said, this now it was not that frequently )
- the chroma absolu. I’m curious to see if I will see a difference
- olaplex 3 because I had only a discovery size. I will start with the K18 as you said then I will use the olaplex 0 and 3 alternatively every 3-4 washes with the K18. I will use both because I saw a video on YT. If your hair is like a ladder, K18 and olaplex both repair the sulfur “bars” but one of the 2 repairs the vertical ones and the other ones the horizontal ones.
- the redken extreme anti-snap treatment to have a leave in product after shampoo. I wanted to buy the olaplex 9 but I couldn’t find it (in Belgium). I will keep looking and searching in order to try it when I can put my hands on it.
I blow dry my hair in order to have volume. Otherwise my hair lays flat. I will try not to do it once or maybe only dry the scalp. My hair is not that long though (I have a bob cut).
I started also to use the hair serum of the ordinary to see if I would get a boost from it.
Let’s see what this gives … but thanks to you I have an action plan and instead of being desperate, at least I try to do something…
Like you said, it’s trial and error ….
Thank you for your responses. It really helped me and I wish you a happy and sunny day ☀️✨
Yes I like your mindset. We all have to start somewhere.. thank you and same to you 💖✨Comments like yours give me more motivation to continue creating content. Also, I thought Olaplex ships globally to most countries.
I used Olaplex 3 before good results Than discovered K18 used it alone and felt great. Than I tried both and didn’t see advantage over K 18 alone. K18 is better than Olaplex 3;Mabe I’ll keep trying using them both and see what happens
Could you update us ?
Excellent video, wow
Thank you! 💕
I thought this treatment is for once a while. results remains for few months. but it is for every time use.
Hi :) K18 recommends to use the mask for 6 consecutive washes and after that, use the mask every 3-4 washes for maintenance and healthy hair. K18 states you should start to see stronger, softer, and healthier hair after just one use.
@@EverythingHairBrand is it only leave in mask which we should use?
@@RAMNIKK yes the leave-in molecular repair hair mask. It comes in different sizes, here is the link for you to see amzn.to/3wBtJFU In this video we are showing 2 products, the mask and the spray. However, the spray is a professional product and is used in the salon. Also, K18 is releasing two new shampoos soon which will compliment the mask! Stay tuned 😁
I used it once and didn't notice any difference? Not even with olaplex
Hi it is designed to be used for 6 consecutive washes because it is a progressive treatment. How did you use it with Olaplex/with which Olaplex products? In what order?
How much is its value
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@@EverythingHairBrand Thank you so much
@@AFSANE678. no problem :)
Can I use Olaplex3 and K18 mask at the same time.
Hi yes you can use them both in your hair routine. We should make a video on this 💕
Thank you I’ll give it a try
how are you planning on using them together?
@@EverythingHairBrand lll use Olaplex 3 40 minutes before shampooing and than the K18.I’ll let you know
@@לוסיסלע waiting to hear what you think of the results 😊
Thankyou
Do you need to use the fortified shampoo with every 6 wash ?
Hi Madeline, K18 just released two new shampoos and it will be best to use them with the treatment mask. One is microdosed with their peptide and is good for everyday use and the other one also has the peptide and is a clarifying shampoo. It's going to prep the hair for maximum treatment results. In the meanwhile, you can use a clarifying shampoo prior to initiating treatment to remove any buildup you may have for better penetration of the peptide. Then switch back to your regular shampoo but don't use any shampoos that are repair or ultra moisturizing so that the treatment can be effective.
We will post a video on this soon.
@@EverythingHairBrand this is so confusing to me. I have the k18 which shampoo on their site needs to be used first? Then which shampoo needs to be used for the six washes. Please let me know thank you
@@Christinaejohnson Hi Christina, upon initiating treatment with the K18 leave-in mask you can first use the K18 detox shampoo to get a nice deep cleanse for the mask to work at an optimal level. Then after that, for your next washes you can use the K18 pH maintenance shampoo. Depending on how often you wash your hair and your level of product use/buildup you will make a decision on how often you will need to clarify with the detox shampoo. I explain all of this in our latest K18 video on the shampoos. Here is the link th-cam.com/video/kujKnpqK9Bs/w-d-xo.html
Hope this helps!💕
Remember of course....that the hair in this ad has been blow dried professionally.....that's why its so shiny ..K18 woks on the INSIDE, not the OUTSIDE.......
Hi Greg, I am sorry our video came off as an ad to you when it is meant to be an informative video to teach people about K18. We are not affiliated with K18. In this video, my hair was flat ironed in the end result which does bring out a nice shine ✨
K18 works on the inside as you mentioned but as a result, the reconnection of the broken chains is what renews the hair and improves its look and feel. The mask also has added lightweight conditioning benefits to keep the hair smooth and soft.
Конечно мы помним, мы же не дебилы 😂😂😂🤫🤫🤫 хотя в РФ мало кто верит в к18, я тестирую, и оно работает, даже без проф.укладки
Hi tried Olaplex 3 with K18 mask:30 minutes Olaplex 3 than shampoo (Fructis by Garnier)and than K18 for 4 minutes. Hair is soft and nice but I’m not sure the difference between this and K18 alone is noticeable. Maybe I’ll give it second try
Interesting, thank you for the information. I would assume the hair treated with both should have better results. I will have to test it out. The good news is that the results are nice both ways! I agree sometimes you need to do multiple attempts to really get a feel of how the product works and also K18 is a progressive treatment that should improve the hair over time. Do you prime the hair with N0 before using Olaplex N3? Thanks for the update :)
This made my hair even more dry and brittle
Hi Mary, I am sorry to hear that your hair became worse after using K18. How many times have you used it so far? What type of hair do you have and what type of damage (chemical, mechanical, both) What do you believe is causing your hair to be damaged? It's best a professional is able to assess your hair in person to determine what it needs and how to help you revive your hair. It may be your hair needs more conditioning and may have better results using another product concurrently. Please don't be discouraged because there's definitely a solution out there for you and so many great products- you just have to find the right one for your needs. You have an option to reach out to K18 and explain your situation to them and they may have further recommendations for you. Also, if you are interested take a look at at our Acidic Bonding Concentrate(Redken) video as these products have helped people achieve great results after treatment and it may be something that will hopefully work on your hair.
And mine to. I didn't use a lot either as others use that as an excuse.
I have a friend who is a makeup artist & her hair stylist told me about K18. He flipped when i said i was using olaplex because it makes your hair fall out
The before photo of the hair looks like grest hair to me...
Hey thank you for the compliment :) I am always trying to maintain my hair as much as possible and due to filming we are always doing various treatments on my hair as well so they don't look really damaged etc. However, my hair is really hard to work with and manage. If you see some of the other videos like the Redken one you can tell how crazy they get haha. This video is a tutorial and you can see that the hair looks nice and healthy after a chemical service. The healthier base you have to work with the better the results. New K18 video coming soon!
Check out our NEW K18 Peptide Prep shampoo video where we show you both of the new shampoos! th-cam.com/video/kujKnpqK9Bs/w-d-xo.html
I used OUAI detox/clarifying shampoo before I applied the k18 is that okay? Is that a good enough clarifying shampoo? Or should I use another one.
Also can you tell me which shampoo I can use for my next six washes? I can purchase the one on their site but there is two.
@@Christinaejohnson yes it is okay that you used the OUAI detox shampoo. I personally have not tried it yet. Since K18 just came out with their own clarifying shampoo, I would personally use theirs as it's meant to complement their treatment. If you are striving to really repair your hair it may be beneficial to use their shampoos as their patented peptide is in both of the shampoos and it's designed to help reduce protein loss while washing your hair. However, it's not necessary and the choice is ultimately yours. Since you already have a clarifying shampoo, you can always start by getting the K18 pH maintenance shampoo and use it when you use the K18 mask and then eventually add on to your collection and try the K18 detox shampoo.
@@EverythingHairBrand sounds perfect! I just ordered all three. Thank you so much for explaining everything to me:)
@@Christinaejohnson Np! Hopefully it all works well for you and you get amazing results
@@EverythingHairBrand thank you! I sure hope so Olaplex did not work for me. I have spent so much money on products. Hoping this one at least helps some I would be happy with that :) thanks again! ❤️
I am certainly certainly hopeful that this will help me. I am one of the victims of Ola Plex, which absolutely destroyed my hair.
I just don’t know how this can be such a miracle product which leaves me just a tiny bit skeptical. But I am certainly very hopeful. However, the girl in the video certainly does not have damaged hair and I doubt she ever did.
Hi 👋 I’m sorry to hear that you’re going through a difficult time with your hair. I hope K18 works for you. I have always tried to maintain my hair health and prevent hair damage as much as possible. What caused you to develop hair damage?
Hindi me chahiye to samajne me aayeg
This completely destroyed my hair, would not recommended ever
Hi I am sorry to hear you had this experience. Can you please further explain what exactly happened, how many times you used it, and which product mask or mist?
@@EverythingHairBrand could it be a protein overload just as it might happen with olaplex or is this not an issue the k18 has?
@@sobean9309 Hi, K18 is not a protein treatment and will not build up in the hair the way a synthetic or animal protein will. An extreme amount of protein is only possible when proteins are synthetic.If overused, it can create build up in the hair and result in brittle, weak hair. K18 is made up of 13 amino acids which form into a peptide chain nature intended. This technology regenerates the disulfide bond in the hair.
As far as Olaplex, it is a bond multiplier that rebuilds the broken disulfide bonds in the hair and is not a protein treatment. Olaplex is safe to use as often as needed. Some Olaplex products contain protein but the amounts are minimal and not enough to be considered a protein treatment.
Hope this helps.
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I used K18 and it didn't do anything for my hair damage. I mean, my hair is very damaged, but still...
Hi 👋 how did you use it and how many times did you use it?
@@EverythingHairBrand Just like directions say. Washed hair..no conditioner..apply K18 waited more than 4 minutes..applied leave in conditioner
Did you use the mask for 6 consecutive washes? K18 works as a progressive treatment. What is your hair damaged from? If you do chemical services talk to your stylist about incorporating the mist into your routine or find out what is used so that you can understand how to help prevent/improve your hair damage
@@EverythingHairBrand Yes, 6 consecutive washes. It is damaged from over-bleaching that I did myself, unfortunately. My hairdresser doesn't use K18 ( at least not yet) but she does use Olaplex. However, I'm surprised that K18 did not help at all..even without the mist because they claim that the hair is 94% better with just the mask. Hmmmmm.
@@JuicyJuice1313 😳 were you using a bonder when bleaching? You mentioned your hair is very damaged. Be patient and give your hair some time to heal. Any progress is already a step in the right direction. Stick with a routine that works best for you and I hope to hear some good news from you in the near future :)
such a good video to the point w no rambling 🫶🏼 iconic
Thank you so much 🤍