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K18 Molecular Repair Hair Oil | Manufacturing and Formulation Insights
This page provides an ingredient-level review of K18 Molecular Repair Hair Oil by K18. Below you’ll find the publicly available ingredient list, a dynamic ingredient breakdown linked to the FormuNova ingredient database, and a formula structure overview intended for cosmetic founders, product developers, and brand teams researching competitor product architecture in modern hair serums and related Beauty & Personal Care categories. This page is a formulation and manufacturing review and does not imply or state any association between FormuNova and K18.
C13-15 Alkane, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Parfum (Fragrance)
Formulation Deep Dive
K18 Molecular Repair Hair Oil by K18 is engineered as a high-performance, anhydrous hair treatment designed to address structural damage and surface frizz. The formulation utilizes a lightweight carrier system dominated by C13-15 Alkane, a sustainable alternative to traditional silicones, providing a weightless, high-spreadability base. The active strategy features a synergistic lipid complex of Squalane and Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil to reinforce the hair's protective moisture barrier and improve elasticity. This is supported by Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride and Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Seed Oil, which enhance the formula’s emollient profile and provide thermal protection. To ensure formula stability and a smooth tactile finish, the system incorporates Dimethicone for cuticle sealing and Tocopherol (Vitamin E) as a lipid-soluble antioxidant to prevent oxidative degradation of the botanical oils.
Formula Structure Overview
This formula has a 88% match with ingredients from our research database. Among the matched ingredients, the main functional themes identified are categorized as moisturizer, emollient, barrier support, and conditioner ingredients.
Moisturizer
Emollient
Barrier Support
Ingredient Analysis
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