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Explore La Crem rewardsA color-safe, pH-optimized shampoo with the patented K18PEPTIDE™ to effectively cleanse while maintaining hair health and protecting hair from damage. pH-optimized formula helps reduce excess swelling of the hair cuticle during washing to help prevent frizz, preserve color, and enhance shine. Scalp microbiome-friendly and gentle enough to use every time you cleanse.
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DAMAGE SHIELD pH PROTECTIVE SHAMPOO
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DAMAGE SHIELD pH PROTECTIVE SHAMPOO
A color-safe, pH-optimized shampoo with the patented K18PEPTIDE™ to effectively cleanse while maintaining hair health and protecting hair from damage. pH-optimized formula helps reduce excess swelling of the hair cuticle during washing to help prevent frizz, preserve color, and enhance shine. Scalp microbiome-friendly and gentle enough to use every time you cleanse.
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The ingredients behind this formula—and what they bring to your hair and scalp.
K18PEPTIDE™
Helps reduce protein loss during cleansing.
Plant-derived cleansing agents
Lift dirt and oil from the scalp and hair.
Glycerin
Helps retain moisture.
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DAMAGE SHIELD pH PROTECTIVE SHAMPOO
A color-safe, pH-optimized shampoo with the patented K18PEPTIDE™ to effectively cleanse while maintaining hair health and protecting hair from damage. pH-optimized formula helps reduce excess swelling of the hair cuticle during washing to help prevent frizz, preserve color, and enhance shine. Scalp microbiome-friendly and gentle enough to use every time you cleanse.
- Safe but powerful cleansing: Plant-derived surfactants deliver safe but effective high-power cleansing to break down and remove dirt + oil
- Designed for damaged hair: pH-optimized formula helps prevent excess swelling of the hair cuticle during washing - which helps maintain color, improve hair health and shine, and reduce frizz
- Gentle enough to use every time you cleanse: Gentle on hair AND scalp - pH-optimized formula mimics hair’s natural pH, to reduce cuticle swelling and maintain hair health, and preserve the scalp microbiome
Benefits:
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Less is more formulation delivers a superior clean without compromise:
Optimized pH cleanses hair and scalp without over-drying
- Certified microbiome-friendly formula removes dirt and oil without disrupting the scalp’s natural protective barrier
- K18PEPTIDE™ helps reduce protein loss to keep hair feeling healthy and strong
How to use:
- Safe to use every time you wash.
- Massage into hair, focusing on scalp.
- Thoroughly rinse.
- Repeat as needed.
For best results, follow with DAMAGE SHIELD protective conditioner.
Ingredients:
Water (Aqua) (Eau), Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, sh-Oligopeptide-78, Panthenol, Glycerin, Sodium Phytate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate, Caprylyl Glycol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Chloride, Fragrance (Parfum), Limonene, Hydroxycitronellal, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes.
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Full Ingredient List
Water (Aqua) (Eau), Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, sh-Oligopeptide-78, Panthenol, Glycerin, Sodium Phytate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate, Caprylyl Glycol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Chloride, Fragrance (Parfum), Limonene, Hydroxycitronellal, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes.
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Make this your regular cleansing step, concentrating the massage on the scalp. Follow with Damage Shield Conditioner on usual wash days. On K18 mask days, follow the mask’s shampoo-first, no-conditioner directions instead.
K18PEPTIDE™
Helps reduce protein loss during cleansing.
Plant-derived cleansing agents
Lift dirt and oil from the scalp and hair.
Glycerin
Helps retain moisture.
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