K18 Hair Treatment-Rebuild Keratin Bonds Permanently

[faithVA]

Only step I didn't do was condition.

I basically just washed my hair, rinsed that out, added the K18, let that sit for 4 minutes then after that molded my hair down with Nairobi foam and sat under hood dryer to dry.

Yes, I understand. Just after using it for a couple of years I think it needs extra steps especially if the initial 5 treatments haven't been completed. I still condition unless I'm just air drying and twisting up.

 

[LushLox]

I am K18'ing tomorrow.

I need to keep on top of this as I missed February's treatment.

 

[Theresamonet]

For those who did the first 6 treatments consecutively: Did you do them once per week or more than once a week? I’m considering adding a second wash day and doing this for 3 weeks instead of 6. I wonder if there is a benefit to having the treatments in a shorter duration vs stretched over 6 weeks.

 

[faithVA]

For those who did the first 6 treatments consecutively: Did you do them once per week or more than once a week? I’m considering adding a second wash day and doing this for 3 weeks instead of 6. I wonder if there is a benefit to having the treatments in a shorter duration vs stretched over 6 weeks.

I did them every time I shampooed which varied but which was usually every 7 to 10 days. I dont think it would be a problem doing it twice a week. The original instructions were 5 to 6 washes and not weeks. So those with naturally straight hair were probably washing every 1 to 3 days anyway.

I did mine over 2 months. And I noticed some difference on the 4th use and a noticeable difference on the 6th. I think I've been using it 2 to 3 years now.

 

[Theresamonet]

I did them every time I shampooed which varied but which was usually every 7 to 10 days. I dont think it would be a problem doing it twice a week. The original instructions were 5 to 6 washes and not weeks. So those with naturally straight hair were probably washing every 1 to 3 days anyway.

I did mine over 2 months. And I noticed some difference on the 4th use and a noticeable difference on the 6th. I think I've been using it 2 to 3 years now.

When I first read the instructions, I thought that they probably had naturally straight haired people in mind who wash their hair 5-6 times per week. So the intent was to have the first 6 treatments done within a week or 2, not in 2 months. 6-8 weeks is enough time to accumulate more damage as it’s repairing damage. I’ve read a lot of rave reviews from… white people, but not a lot from us. And im wondering if the difference in the WOW factor is the major difference in time between the 1st and 6th treatment.

Either way, I can only squeeze out maybe one extra wash a week depending on my energy levels.

Do you clarify each time you do a treatment?

 

[ScorpioLove]

When I first read the instructions, I thought that they probably had naturally straight haired people in mind who wash their hair 5-6 times per week. So the intent was to have the first 6 treatments done within a week or 2, not in 2 months. 6-8 weeks is enough time to accumulate more damage as it’s repairing damage. I’ve read a lot of rave reviews from… white people, but not a lot from us. And im wondering if the difference in the WOW factor is the major difference in time between the 1st and 6th treatment.

Either way, I can only squeeze out maybe one extra wash a week depending on my energy levels.

Do you clarify each time you do a treatment?

I think you are supposed to use the detox shampoo every time you use the k18 mask but I only bought the mini so I’ve use other shampoos (pureology hydrate mostly). I’ve got too many shampoos to get through using

 

[Theresamonet]

I think you are supposed to use the detox shampoo every time you use the k18 mask but I only bought the mini so I’ve use other shampoos (pureology hydrate mostly). I’ve got too many shampoos to get through using

I found this post by K18:



I’m assuming again that they probably don’t have someone in mind who only washes weekly, moisturizes and seals every night, and pre-poos with oil before washing.

I have a sample packet of the detox shampoo, that I’ll test out next wash.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

@Theresamonet
I use a Clarifier or Clay Detox upon 1st application.

After that application, I use a cleansing Shampoo for the remaining 5 weeks of K18.

 

[faithVA]

When I first read the instructions, I thought that they probably had naturally straight haired people in mind who wash their hair 5-6 times per week. So the intent was to have the first 6 treatments done within a week or 2, not in 2 months. 6-8 weeks is enough time to accumulate more damage as it’s repairing damage. I’ve read a lot of rave reviews from… white people, but not a lot from us. And im wondering if the difference in the WOW factor is the major difference in time between the 1st and 6th treatment.

Either way, I can only squeeze out maybe one extra wash a week depending on my energy levels.

Do you clarify each time you do a treatment?

I think it worked fine doing it once a week. Unless you are straightening a lot or doing a lot of coloring there shouldn't be a lot of bond damage in an 8 week period. There can be mechanical damage in that time but that is a different type of damage.

I don't typically clarify before a treatment unless I plan to color my hair that month. When I color my hair I do a protein treatment, shampoo and then do K18 the week before I color.

 

[daily wishes]

It's great to hear you're considering going back to being relaxed and looking into ways to maintain hair health. With all the advanced products available now, you have some great options to protect and strengthen your hair.

B24 Mask: This is a more modern and budget-friendly alternative to K18. It’s designed to repair and strengthen hair from within, similar to K18.
Hope this helps! Would love to hear what others are doing too!

 

[Theresamonet]

It's great to hear you're considering going back to being relaxed and looking into ways to maintain hair health. With all the advanced products available now, you have some great options to protect and strengthen your hair.

B24 Mask: This is a more modern and budget-friendly alternative to K18. It’s designed to repair and strengthen hair from within, similar to K18.
Hope this helps! Would love to hear what others are doing too!

Is this being allowed now? @beverly @dimopoulos

This person is obviously a Nutree representative posting all over the hair forum and advertising their products.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

2nd K18 Treatment post 06.01 Relaxer

Will use K18 for 4 more washes

 

[IDareT'sHair]

2nd K18 Treatment post 06.01 Relaxer

Will use K18 for 4 more washes

Did my 3rd Treatment today

 

[BonBon88]

Just checking in to say between Cecred and K18 my hair is really thriving