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I don’t ask for much in myhair products.
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If it makes my hairsmell good, that’s an added bonus.
OK, maybe Idohave high expectations, but can you blame me?
But, every so often a product will hit my inbox that I’mreallyintrigued by.
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One such product is theK18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask.
Spoiler alert: it is but with a few notable caveats you should be aware of.
First, a word on how the product is different from otherbond-building productson the market.
The author’s hair before and after applying the treatment.
But alas, I gave it a go anyway.
Here’s how I incorporate K18 into my routine: in the shower, I use theOlaplexNo.
4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo and skip the conditioner.
(*Note: It’sreallyimportant to use aclarifying shampooandnotfollow up with a conditioner.
The author’s hair before and after applying the treatment.
In fact, the first time I used K18, I was not impressed.
However, according to Los Angeles-based hairstylistMatthew Collins(who is unaffiliated with K18), this is normal.
But the real “wow” factor for me came after I had my hair professionallyblown out.
My hair was bouncier, shinier, and silkier than ever before.
But, I’m happy I stuck it out because my hairreally doeslook and feel different.
For Collins, he noticed less breakage andbouncier curlsafter a few uses.
All in all, I can see why beauty buffs across the board are fans of this product.
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For non-professionals like me, it restores softness and shine, and overall makes my hair more manageable.
K18
K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask
Want to try it out for yourself?
K18’s Leave-In Molecule Repair Hair Mask is available atsephora.comfor $75.
