{"product_id":"k18-damage-shield-shampoo-conditioner-set-color-safe-2-pack-ph-protective-lightweight","title":"K18 Damage Shield Shampoo \u0026 Conditioner Set — Color-Safe 2-Pack, pH-Protective \u0026 Lightweight","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eK18 Damage Shield Shampoo and Conditioner Set is a full-size, color-safe daily wash system that gently cleanses, protects, and conditions damaged or color-treated hair without silicones or heavy buildup.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis two-piece kit combines a pH-balanced shampoo and a lightweight protective conditioner formulated to reduce cuticle swelling, soften strands, and shield hair from daily sources of damage like UV exposure and pollution. Built around K18's biotech approach and K18PEPTIDE, the set is designed to fit into a regular routine between deeper repair treatments, delivering manageable, shiny hair after each wash while helping maintain salon color and integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this set help protect color-treated hair?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shampoo's pH-optimized formulation minimizes cuticle opening, which helps retain color molecules and reduce premature fading. The conditioner seals and smooths the cuticle with a ceramide blend and a biotech polysaccharide barrier that deflects environmental stressors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003epH-protective shampoo decreases cuticle swelling to lock in pigments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCeramide-rich conditioner seals hair for up to 3 days of enhanced protection*\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBiotech polysaccharide shields hair from UV and pollution\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFormulated without film-forming silicones or waxes to avoid buildup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this set work for fragile or chemically treated hair?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the gentle cleansing action is designed to avoid over-drying while K18PEPTIDE helps reduce protein loss during routine washing. The conditioner strengthens and detangles without weighing the hair down, making styling and comb-through easier for fragile strands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMicrobiome-friendly shampoo that cleans without stripping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLightweight gel conditioner fortifies and detangles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReduces protein loss to support hair structure during daily care\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSafe for repeated use between K18 leave-in treatments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I use the Damage Shield Shampoo and Conditioner for best results?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply the shampoo to wet hair, focusing on the scalp, then rinse thoroughly; follow with conditioner applied from mid-lengths to ends, leave briefly, and rinse. Use this daily wash routine between K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask sessions to keep hair protected and manageable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMassage shampoo into scalp and rinse completely\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply conditioner from mid-lengths to ends, detangle, then rinse\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse as daily maintenance between deeper K18 repair treatments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePair with styling products as needed—no silicones in conditioner to interfere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat ingredients make this set low-build-up and salon-quality?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eK18 follows a less-is-more philosophy, favoring targeted biotech actives and a clean formulation to deliver salon-level results without unnecessary film-formers. The conditioner avoids silicones and waxes that commonly cause residue, while the shampoo supports scalp and cuticle health with a pH-balanced base and microbiome-friendly choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eK18PEPTIDE to help minimize protein loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCeramide blend to seal and strengthen cuticles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBiotech polysaccharide for environmental shielding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo film-forming silicones or waxes to prevent buildup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: The K18 Damage Shield Shampoo and Conditioner Set is intended for people with color-treated, chemically processed, or otherwise damaged hair who want a daily wash that protects color, reduces frizz, and leaves hair soft and shiny. It suits anyone seeking a lightweight, salon-grade maintenance routine that complements periodic K18 leave-in molecular repair treatments without adding residue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDamage Shield pH Protective Shampoo: Water (Aqua) (Eau), Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, sh-Oligopeptide-78 (K18PEPTIDE™), Panthenol, Glycerin, Sodium Phytate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate, Caprylyl Glycol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Fragrance (Parfum), Limonene. Damage Shield Protective Conditioner: Water (Aqua) (Eau), Isopropyl Palmitate, Stearyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Isopentyldiol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, sh-Oligopeptide-78 (K18PEPTIDE™), Alteromonas Ferment Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Phospholipids, Jojoba Esters, Calcium Gluconate, Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Ceramide NP, Phytosteryl\/Isostearyl\/Cetyl\/Stearyl\/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Polyquaternium-16, Stearalkonium Chloride, Isopropyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Gluconolactone, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Fragrance (Parfum), Hydroxycitronellal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this shampoo and conditioner safe for color-treated hair?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The set is color-safe with a pH-optimized shampoo and a ceramide conditioner that help preserve color and reduce fading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use these products every day with my K18 leave-in mask?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Use the shampoo and conditioner daily as maintenance between K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask treatments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"K18","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67556274798762,"sku":"B0G7LDMN6B","price":151.08,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/8989\/6874\/files\/k18-damage-shield-front-packaging.jpg?v=1790931427","url":"https:\/\/opulora.ca\/products\/k18-damage-shield-shampoo-conditioner-set-color-safe-2-pack-ph-protective-lightweight","provider":"OPULORA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}