damage shield wash care set
Limited-edition duo gently cleanses and protects with every wash.
Full-size shampoo + conditioner duo gently cleanses, protects from damage, and leaves all hair types soft, smooth, and shiny with every wash.
What makes the DAMAGE SHIELD pH protective shampoo special?
The DAMAGE SHIELD pH protective shampoo delivers healthier hair and scalp after just one wash. Its optimized pH helps maintain the hair cuticle, preventing excess water from entering the hair, which can cause damage, dullness, frizz, and tangling. With this shampoo, your color is maintained, hair feels strong, healthy, looks smooth with less frizz, and is easier to style with less tangles. This formula moisturizes hair without weighing it down, and preserves the scalp microbiome for a healthier-feeling scalp and a gentler cleanse. Coupled with the DAMAGE SHIELD protective conditioner, these formulas shield your healthiest hair from daily damage.
Can I use the conditioner instead of the mask?
The mask and conditioner serve two different purposes. The K18 mask reverses damage in 4 minutes, while the K18 conditioner protects hair from daily damage for up to 3 days*. We recommend using the K18 mask first, waiting 4 minutes, then using conditioner for additional softening and detangling benefits between K18 mask days.
*Disclaimers
When do I use the DAMAGE SHIELD pH protective shampoo?
This pH-balanced formula is gentle enough to use every time you cleanse, delivering healthier hair and scalp after just one wash.
Will the K18 conditioner weigh hair down?
No, the K18 conditioner will not weigh hair down. This highly concentrated, lightweight gel formula softens, smooths, and detangles without film-forming silicones or waxes that can build up over time.
pH-optimized formula prevents frizz, dullness + tangles for everyone.
Safe to use every time you wash.
1. Massage into hair, focusing on scalp.
2. Thoroughly rinse.
3. Repeat as needed.
For best results, follow with DAMAGE SHIELD protective conditioner.
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- Erica S.Verified BuyerReviewingDamage Shield Wash Care SetI recommend this productAge 35 - 44Hair Concern Heat damage, Fragile/brittle hair, Dryness, Split-EndsHair Type Medium DensityMy Results Less FrizzRated 5 out of 5 starsYesterdaySo far so good
Only used once so far. Scent isnt off putting.
KK18HairYesterdayThank you so much for your review, Erica! 💛 We're so happy to hear you're enjoying the Damage Shield Wash Care Set so far. Thanks for being part of the K18 community! ✨
- Deb F.Verified BuyerReviewingDAMAGE SHIELD Protective Conditioner Deluxe Sample 0.5ozI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars1 week agoTravel size
This bottle was perfect for traveling. My hair looked great!
KK18Hair1 week agoThank you so much for your review, Deb! We're thrilled to hear the travel size was perfect for your trip and that your hair looked great! We appreciate your support!
- Anita B.Verified BuyerReviewingDamage Shield Wash Care SetI recommend this productAge 55 - 64Hair Concern Heat damage, Frizz, Fragile/brittle hair, Dryness, Color-careHair Type Medium Density, Straight/WavyMy Results Less Frizz, Smoother Hair, Oil absorbed, Less Breakage, Cleaner, fresher hairRated 5 out of 5 stars3 weeks agoGreat product
I love K18 products and the shampoo and conditioner are great. My hair feels clean and healthy. I have only used it a couple time so far but I am confident in this brand.
KK18Hair3 weeks agoThank you so much, Anita! 💛 We're thrilled to hear you're loving the Damage Shield Wash Care Set and that your hair feels clean and healthy. It means so much to know you have confidence in the K18 brand. Thanks for being part of our hair care family! ✨
- Melanie G.Verified BuyerReviewingDAMAGE SHIELD protective shampoo 8.5ozI recommend this productAge 25 - 34Hair Concern Chemical damage, Heat damage, Fragile/brittle hair, Split-EndsHair Type Fine/ThinMy Results Shinier Hair, Smoother Hair, Soft Touchable Hair, Visible Difference, Stronger HairRated 5 out of 5 stars3 weeks agogentle enough that it doesn't strip my hair
To go along with the leave-in treatment, I started using their shampoo, and it is the perfect pairing! A lot of repairing shampoos tend to weigh my hair down or leave a heavy residue, but this one leaves my hair feeling incredibly clean, light, and soft. It’s gentle enough that it doesn't strip my hair, but it still manages to get rid of all the daily buildup. It creates the perfect, clean canvas for the leave-in mask to really do its job.
KK18Hair3 weeks agoThank you for your wonderful review, Melanie! We're so happy to hear that Damage Shield Shampoo creates the perfect clean canvas for your leave-in treatment. Your support means everything!
- Melanie G.Verified BuyerReviewingDAMAGE SHIELD protective conditioner 8.5ozI recommend this productAge 25 - 34Hair Concern Chemical damage, Heat damage, Fragile/brittle hair, Split-EndsHair Type Fine/ThinMy Results Shinier Hair, Smoother Hair, Soft Touchable Hair, Visible Difference, Stronger HairRated 5 out of 5 stars3 weeks agorecovering from bleach damage!
I'm trying to grow out my natural hair which I used to bleach, and this stuff has been an absolute miracle product! It has completely transformed my damaged ends, stopped the breakage in its tracks, and made the transition process so much easier. My hair feels incredibly strong and healthy. I cannot recommend it enough for anyone recovering from bleach damage!
KK18Hair3 weeks agoThank you for sharing your experience, Melanie! We're thrilled the Damage Shield Conditioner has helped transform your damaged ends and made your bleach recovery journey so much easier!