{"product_id":"k18-peptide-prep-detox-shampoo","title":"K18 PEPTIDE PREP™ Detox Shampoo","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eK18 PEPTIDE PREP™ Detox Shampoo\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive hair and scalp a proper reset with \u003cstrong\u003eK18 PEPTIDE PREP™ Detox Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e, a color-safe, non-stripping clarifying shampoo designed to remove stubborn \u003cstrong\u003eproduct buildup, excess sebum and metals from hard or tap water\u003c\/strong\u003e while helping maintain hair strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a regular daily shampoo, PEPTIDE PREP™ is designed as a \u003cstrong\u003edeep-cleansing treatment used approximately once a week or whenever buildup becomes noticeable\u003c\/strong\u003e. K18's clinical testing reports that one wash removes \u003cstrong\u003e99% of product buildup, 95% of sebum and 76% of copper\u003c\/strong\u003e, leaving hair cleaner and better prepared for treatments and styling products. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pH-optimized formula combines \u003cstrong\u003eActivated Charcoal, Salicylic Acid and patented K18PEPTIDE™\u003c\/strong\u003e. Charcoal helps absorb dirt and excess oil, Salicylic Acid helps clear accumulated sebum, while K18PEPTIDE™ helps reduce protein loss during cleansing. Despite its powerful clarifying action, the formula has a \u003cstrong\u003epH of 3.8–4.2\u003c\/strong\u003e and is designed to cleanse without leaving hair excessively stripped or dry. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetox → Remove Buildup → Remove Excess Oil → Target Metals → Prepare for Repair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoves \u003cstrong\u003e99% of product buildup after one wash\u003c\/strong\u003e*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoves \u003cstrong\u003e95% of sebum after one wash\u003c\/strong\u003e*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoves \u003cstrong\u003e76% of copper after one wash\u003c\/strong\u003e*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps remove metals associated with hard and tap water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowered by patented \u003cstrong\u003eK18PEPTIDE™\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains \u003cstrong\u003eActivated Charcoal\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains \u003cstrong\u003eSalicylic Acid\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep-cleans the hair and scalp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH-optimized at \u003cstrong\u003e3.8–4.2\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor-safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-stripping formula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps create a clean canvas for K18 molecular repair treatments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for approximately \u003cstrong\u003eonce-weekly use or as needed\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for all hair types \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*K18 clinical testing after one wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does K18 PEPTIDE PREP™ Detox Shampoo Do?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHair can gradually accumulate more than ordinary dirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry shampoo, styling products, oils, sebum and minerals or metals from water\u003c\/strong\u003e can remain on the hair and scalp. Over time, this buildup can leave hair feeling heavy, greasy or dull and may interfere with how well subsequent haircare products perform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePEPTIDE PREP™ provides a deeper cleanse than your regular shampoo. K18 says it targets common metals found in tap and hard water, including \u003cstrong\u003ecopper, nickel, cadmium, lead, zinc and iron\u003c\/strong\u003e, while also clearing excess oil and styling-product residue. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportantly, it is formulated without fillers or ingredients intended to leave deposits behind, creating a cleaner starting point for products such as the \u003cstrong\u003eK18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHair with heavy product buildup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOily scalp and roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequent dry-shampoo users\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHair exposed to hard water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDull or heavy-feeling hair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequent styling-product users\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHair that doesn't feel completely clean after normal shampooing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor-treated hair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBleached and chemically processed hair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine hair weighed down by buildup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurly or coily hair with accumulated styling products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone using the K18 Molecular Repair routine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting a regular weekly scalp and hair reset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePair Me With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eK18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask\u003c\/strong\u003e – apply after detoxing to create the optimal clean starting point for K18's 4-minute molecular repair treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eK18 Molecular Repair Hair Oil\u003c\/strong\u003e – lightweight finishing treatment for repair, frizz control, shine and heat protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eK18 DAMAGE SHIELD pH Protective Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e – use for regular wash days when a deep detox cleanse isn't needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's the Best Clarifying Shampoo for Product Buildup Without Drying Hair Out?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe challenge with clarifying shampoo is getting a \u003cstrong\u003edeep enough cleanse without leaving damaged or color-treated hair feeling stripped\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePEPTIDE PREP™ combines strong buildup removal with a pH of \u003cstrong\u003e3.8–4.2\u003c\/strong\u003e. In K18 consumer testing, \u003cstrong\u003e90% said their hair felt clean without feeling dry\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes its positioning particularly strong for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Buildup + Oily Roots + Hard-Water Residue – Over-Stripped Hair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan K18 Detox Shampoo Remove Hard-Water and Metal Buildup?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This is one of the major differences between PEPTIDE PREP™ and an ordinary shampoo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eK18 specifically developed it to target metals associated with \u003cstrong\u003etap and hard water\u003c\/strong\u003e, including copper, iron, nickel, zinc, cadmium and lead. In K18's testing, one wash removed \u003cstrong\u003e76% of copper\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can be particularly relevant when hair becomes \u003cstrong\u003edull, heavy or difficult to manage despite regular washing\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is important, however, not to position this as a complete professional chelating or salon corrective treatment for every possible mineral-related hair problem. Its verified claim is targeted buildup and metal removal as part of a clarifying shampoo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eK18 Detox Shampoo or DAMAGE SHIELD Shampoo – Which Should I Use?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey serve different purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePEPTIDE PREP™ Detox Shampoo → deep cleansing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse approximately \u003cstrong\u003eonce weekly or as needed\u003c\/strong\u003e to remove heavy product buildup, excess sebum and metals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDAMAGE SHIELD pH Protective Shampoo → regular cleansing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse for normal wash days when you need to cleanse hair without performing a full clarifying reset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eK18 itself describes PEPTIDE PREP™ as its shampoo for \u003cstrong\u003eless-frequent heavy-duty washing\u003c\/strong\u003e, while DAMAGE SHIELD is the regular protective cleansing option. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA practical routine is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegular washes → DAMAGE SHIELD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeekly \/ heavy buildup → PEPTIDE PREP™ Detox\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.k18hair.com\/products\/mini-peptide-prep-detox-shampoo-1-8oz?_pos=2\u0026amp;_psq=detox\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eMini PEPTIDE PREP™ Detox Shampoo For Gentle Clarifying 1.8oz | K18Hair\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"K18","offers":[{"title":"473ml","offer_id":54507493589333,"sku":"990022400233","price":52.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250ml","offer_id":54507493556565,"sku":"858511001166","price":38.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1060\/7634\/0565\/files\/PP_detox_bottle_1024x_ae409c0d-a72d-45c4-bdd6-7dfca0b19c51.webp?v=1784885919","url":"https:\/\/paggymou.com\/products\/k18-peptide-prep-detox-shampoo","provider":"Peggymou","version":"1.0","type":"link"}