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PEPTIDE PREP™ pro chelating hair complex
No-mix, spray-on demineralizing treatment
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This innovative no-mix, spray-on demineralizing treatment is clinically proven to reduce 7 types of metal + mineral buildup* for more vibrant, even color, restored bounce and shine, and improved product effectiveness.
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A chelator acts as a strong magnet—pulling metals + minerals out of the hair for more vibrant, even color, restored bounce and shine, and improved product effectiveness.
The difference is in what kind of buildup each formula was designed to target. Our PEPTIDE PREP™ detox shampoo was engineered to tackle tough buildup primarily from products, oil, and dirt. Our pro chelating hair complex was engineered to target metals + minerals. Together, these two products do major cleanup duty across different types of buildup for the cleanest canvas possible, ensuring healthier hair and better efficacy of chemical services and styling products.
The pro chelating hair complex is powered by a proprietary formulation that tackles the most extreme metal + mineral buildup to deliver what you need with unparalleled speed, efficiency, and accuracy.
Chelation cocktail - A unique blend of 5 chelators with a range of metal attractions is clinically proven to reduce 7 of the most common metals and minerals from the hair: calcium, magnesium, copper, zinc, nickel, cadmium, and lead.
Antioxidant Peptide - Our antioxidant peptide blocks oxidative reactors and neutralizes metals in the hair for double the protection against reactive damage.
Soapnut - Inspired by biological design, this cleansing agent found in nature works as a powerful surfactant.
Chelation cocktail - A unique blend of 5 chelators with a range of metal attractions is clinically proven to reduce 7 of the most common metals and minerals from the hair: calcium, magnesium, copper, zinc, nickel, cadmium, and lead.
Antioxidant Peptide - Our antioxidant peptide blocks oxidative reactors and neutralizes metals in the hair for double the protection against reactive damage.
Soapnut - Inspired by biological design, this cleansing agent found in nature works as a powerful surfactant.
Use the pro chelating hair complex before each and every salon service, including:
• Before every chemical or color service - to ensure even color + lift and reduce unexpected chemical reactions
• Before a cut or styling - to reveal hair’s natural texture + provide a clean canvas for treatment and styling products
• Between services 1-2x monthly, or as often as needed - to revive color vibrancy + reset texture, smoothness, and bounce
• Before K18 molecular repair formulas - to pave the way for effectiveness of reparative treatments
• Before every chemical or color service - to ensure even color + lift and reduce unexpected chemical reactions
• Before a cut or styling - to reveal hair’s natural texture + provide a clean canvas for treatment and styling products
• Between services 1-2x monthly, or as often as needed - to revive color vibrancy + reset texture, smoothness, and bounce
• Before K18 molecular repair formulas - to pave the way for effectiveness of reparative treatments
No, it will not strip your client’s color. This formula was engineered for more vibrant, even color application, and to revive existing discoloration or brassy color that can be impacted by mineral + metal reactions.
Every client needs a chelating treatment, because chances are high that they have some level of mineral + metal buildup. Regardless of your client’s hair condition, water quality, lifestyle, or desired services, they can benefit from a chelating treatment. Look for signs of buildup like visibly dull, discolored, rough, damaged looking hair. Other signs are if their products aren’t working well, or after exposure to pool or ocean water.
It goes on dry hair to save you time. Our proprietary formula is engineered with enough water to start the cuticle swelling process without having to wet the hair first. For maximum efficacy, using this on dry hair will ensure it collects metals + minerals from hair, and not from water found in wet or damp hair. The pro chelating hair complex does work on damp hair, but you will see the best results when applied to dry hair.
85% of US homes have hard water
That means your clients most likely have metal + mineral buildup
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This is a measure of the concentration of dissolved calcium + magnesium found in water.
On the low end: slightly hard water may cause your client's hair to be dry or dull.
In the middle of the scale: clients' hair may be rough or limp.
At the highest end: you will see + feel more extreme buildup that can lead to breakage, discoloration + unexpected reactions during services.
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This is a measure of the amount of hydrogen (H+) ions in water.
Below hair's optimal range (<4.5): while hair is generally ok at lower pH, extremely acidic pH will irritate skin + scalp. It is unlikely to see tap water pH in this range.
Within hair's optimal range of 4.5-5.5: clients experience minimal cuticle swelling with less frizz, better color preservation, and reduced protein loss.
Around 6-7: your client's hair cuticle starts to swell more which leads to color fading, tangles + breakage.
Alkaline (8+): client's hair is susceptible to severe damage and extreme color fading.
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why we chelate
Every client is exposed to water with metals + minerals that can damage hair.
100% of stylists agree* treating hair with the PEPTIDE PREP™ pro chelating hair complex:
✔ Ensures optimal color + chemical services
✔ Provides more even, consistent color coverage
✔ Leaves hair brighter
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100% of stylists agree* treating hair with the PEPTIDE PREP™ pro chelating hair complex:
✔ Ensures optimal color + chemical services
✔ Provides more even, consistent color coverage
✔ Leaves hair brighter
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- Tackle metal + mineral buildup to reset hair for optimal services, revived color vibrancy, and restored smoothness and bounce
- Use before every service, between services 1-2x monthly (or as often as needed), and before detox shampoo and K18REPAIR™ service
- Effectively reduce 7 of the most common types of metals + minerals found in tap and hard water
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- Clarify product buildup, sebum and copper to reset texture, and optimize performance of products, stylers, and chemical services
- Perfect for prep ahead of color and chemical services, a clean slate before K18 treatments or haircuts/styling, and after the PRO chelating hair complex
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Color-safe, non-stripping formula gently but effectively removes 99% product buildup, 95% sebum + 76% copper* for detoxified, refreshed hair
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clean canvas = maximum K18REPAIR™ results
Use the chelating complex to remove metals + mineral buildup pre-service—ensuring maximum results from K18REPAIR™.
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