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Soulfood Nourishing Mask vs Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask
amika Soulfood Nourishing Mask and K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask tie on our overall score — the choice comes down to what you value most.
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What each one does.
amika Soulfood Nourishing Mask
K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask
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- Hydrating
- Shine
- Split ends
- Damage repair
- Split ends
- Smoothing
- Frizz control
- • Dry, heat- or color-stressed hair that needs weekly conditioning
- • Fine hair that wants a rich mask without heaviness
- • Fans of amika's signature scent
- • Bleached, highlighted or chemically processed hair
- • Heat-damaged hair that breaks easily
- • Anyone who wants a fast, no-rinse repair step
- Rich, creamy mask that editors say doesn't weigh fine hair down
- Works in 5–7 minutes or as an everyday conditioner
- Vegan, cruelty-free, color-safe and free of sulfates and parabens, per the brand
- Quick routine: four minutes on towel-dried hair, no rinsing
- Patented K18PEPTIDE targets bleach, color, chemical and heat damage, per the brand
- Many bleached and chemically treated hair reviewers report noticeably stronger, softer hair
- Pricier than drugstore masks
- Contains dimethicone and fragrance, which some routines avoid
- $75 for 50 ml is expensive
- Must go on unconditioned hair, which changes most wash-day routines
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FAQ
Quick answers.
Which is better, Soulfood Nourishing Mask or Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask?
amika Soulfood Nourishing Mask and K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask tie on our overall score — the choice comes down to what you value most.
Which is better value?
amika Soulfood Nourishing Mask works out to about $4.26 / oz and K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask to about $44.36 / oz, based on typical non-Amazon retail prices when we last checked.
How do you score them?
Both are scored on the same five-factor rubric (results, formula & ingredients, texture & experience, value, community love), using the formula or specs, verified creator reviews, community consensus and value. Brands can’t pay for placement.