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PEPTIDE PREP™ detox shampoo PEPTIDE PREP™ detox shampoo color-safe clarifying, clear the path for maximum K18 mask results PEPTIDE PREP™ detox shampoo Clarify. for less frequent heavy duty washing. just one wash removes 99% of product buildup*, 95% of sebum*, and 76% of copper*. Formulated with K18PEPTIDE™. PEPTIDE PREP™ detox shampoo how to use shampoos with your K18 mask. 1. shampoo, depending on level of clean needed detox or pH maintenance. 2. towel dry. 3. K18 leave-in mask. 4. wait 4 minutes. 5. style as usual.

PEPTIDE PREP™ detox shampoo

Color-safe, non-stripping clarifying shampoo with the K18PEPTIDE™
Rated 4.8 out of 5
Based on 268 reviews

A color-safe, non-stripping clarifying shampoo with the K18PEPTIDE™ to gently but effectively remove 99% product buildup*, 95% sebum* + 76% copper* for detoxified, refreshed hair.

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  • pH-optimized
  • clears excess buildup
  • 17 ingredients + patented peptide
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Deeply cleanses hair and scalp: A non-stripping, pH-optimized lather works to unclog hair follicles while banishing dirt, oils, metals from hard and tap water, and things left behind from heavy product buildup. Reduces 99% product buildup*, 95% sebum* + 76% copper* after just 1 wash

Clears the path: Intentional formulation means no fillers or deposits left behind leaving the cleanest canvas for maximum K18 Molecular Repair Leave-in Treatment results

Uniquely targets metals present in tap and hard water: Tackles common metals like Nickel, Cadmium, Lead, Zinc, Iron that can cause dullness and buildup on the hair

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Key benefits

Intentional ingredients remove buildup without stripping:

Purposeful formulation powered by active skincare-inspired ingredients (no fillers) to clean effectively without stripping it or messing with your color. Features 17 ingredients, plus our patented peptide

Activated charcoal absorbs toxins, excess oils, and dirt in the hair and scalp

Salicylic Acid clears sebum buildup in follicles without stripping hair of essential moisture and lipids

K18PEPTIDE™ helps reduce protein loss to help keep hair feeling healthy and strong

How to use

  1. Swap out your regular shampoo for this power wash 1x weekly or as needed.
  2. Massage into hair + scalp to remove excess buildup.
  3. Thoroughly rinse.
  4. Repeat as needed.

Creates a clean canvas for optimal results from K18 molecular repair formulas.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua) (Eau), Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Salicylic Acid, Charcoal Powder, sh-Oligopeptide-78, Panthenol, Glycerin, Sodium Phytate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Caprylyl Glycol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Citric Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Sodium Hydroxide, Fragrance (Parfum), Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene.

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Description

A color-safe, non-stripping clarifying shampoo with the K18PEPTIDE™ to gently but effectively remove 99% product buildup*, 95% sebum* + 76% copper* for detoxified, refreshed hair.

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when do i use the detox shampoo?

Swap out your regular shampoo for this power wash 1x weekly or as needed. Everyone, regardless of hair type or product usage, should use a detox shampoo regularly to remove buildup, reset texture, and optimize the performance of products and stylers—like K18 molecular repair.

what makes the detox shampoo special?

This detox shampoo effectively clarifies hair of buildup and metals common in tap and hard water, including 99% of product buildup, 95% of sebum + 76% copper after just 1 wash*. The pH-optimized formula is color-safe and won’t leave your hair over-stripped or easily tangled, while our patented K18PEPTIDE™ helps to maintain hair strength with no fillers or deposits left behind. BONUS: Clean hair helps optimize results from products and treatments, like K18 molecular repair formulas. *Disclaimers

how does the detox shampoo work?

The detox shampoo works from Activated Charcoal absorbing toxins, excess oils, and dirt in the hair and scalp, while Salicylic Acid clears sebum buildup in follicles without stripping hair of essential moisture and lipids. The K18PEPTIDE™ helps reduce protein loss to help keep hair feeling healthy and strong while you wash.

will the detox shampoo dry my hair out?

No, the detox shampoo will not dry your hair out. This non-stripping formula has a pH of 3.8-4.2 that won’t leave hair over-stripped. In a consumer study, 90%* said hair feels clean without feeling dry. *Disclaimers

will the detox shampoo strip color?

No, the detox shampoo will not strip your color. This color-safe formula is optimized with pH 3.8-4.2 to help maintain your color, and uniquely targets common metals present in tap and hard water that can cause dullness.

the PEPTIDE PREP® difference

Engineered for the most effective clean

pH-optimized formulas

Engineered with optimized pH ranges to maintain hair + scalp equilibrium, protecting color + moisture levels no matter the intensity of your wash.
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Reviewed by Jennifer S.
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My hair feels so clean! This was a great sample and I plan on buying a larger size soon!

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Love samples

Thought it was good- wish the sample had enough for 2 uses so I could actually determine if I wanted to buy it. I didn’t notice any wild benefits or differences with one use.

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love it

It does exactly what it advertises - cleans and prepares hair thoroughly ...perfect shampoo prior to K18 treatement.

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Simply amazing

This stuff really works! Can wait to see the effects after using 4-5 times.

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