KOOK Pre-Swim Hair Mask — Wax-Based Leave-In Protector, Reef-Safe Water-Resistant Shield (8-Hour)

KOOK Pre-Swim Hair Mask is a wax-based, leave-in barrier that protects hair from chlorine, saltwater, and UV while detangling and preserving color for up to eight hours.

Developed by divers and surfers, this lightweight, reef-safe formula combines coconut oil, shea butter, carnauba wax, aloe vera, and bentonite clay to form a water-resistant shield that stays on during long sessions in sun, surf, or pool. Use it as a pre-swim treatment or a leave-in conditioner alternative to prevent the dryness, breakage, and color fade that come from repeated exposure to pool chemicals and saltwater.

How does KOOK keep hair protected during long swims?

The wax-based mask creates a hydrophobic barrier that resists being washed away by saltwater, chlorine, and sweat, so protection lasts through extended sessions. Rather than coating hair with heavy oils, the formula balances emollients and clays to lock in moisture while blocking damaging elements.

• 8-hour water-resistant protection from chlorine, saltwater, and UV
• Carnauba wax and bentonite clay form a durable outer barrier
• Coconut oil and shea butter hydrate without weighing hair down

Will this work for color-treated or fragile hair?

Yes — KOOK is formulated to help reduce color fade and prevent chemical-induced green tones from pools while strengthening vulnerable strands. The mask smooths cuticles and adds slip, helping to prevent breakage and split ends when combing after a swim.

• Safe for color-treated hair; helps minimize fading
• Detangles to reduce mechanical damage from brushing
• Reinforces elasticity to lower breakage risk

How do you apply it, and does it rinse out easily?

Apply a small amount of mask to wet or dry hair before entering water, concentrating on mid-lengths to ends. It’s designed as a leave-in pre-swim treatment; after your session you can shampoo as usual to remove residue or simply follow your regular post-swim routine.

• Work through hair with fingers or a wide-tooth comb for even coverage
• Use less on fine hair and more on thicker or coarser textures
• Shampoo post-swim when you want a full cleanse; otherwise rinse lightly

Is the formula environmentally friendly and suitable for athletes?

KOOK is reef-safe, vegan, and free from parabens and sulfates, making it a responsible choice for ocean swimmers, surfers, and divers. The lightweight, water-resistant finish was engineered for active use, delivering protection without a greasy feel so you can perform comfortably in and out of the water.

• Reef-safe and cruelty-free ingredients
• Designed for surfers, swimmers, and divers spending long hours outdoors
• Recyclable packaging and made in Los Angeles

Who is this for: KOOK Pre-Swim Hair Mask is ideal for anyone who spends meaningful time in pools or the ocean — athletes, vacationers, lifeguards, and outdoor lovers who want to protect color-treated, curly, straight, or fine hair from sun, salt, and chlorine damage while keeping hair manageable and tangle-free. If you need a durable pre-swim barrier that’s reef-safe and won’t weigh hair down, this mask was created for you.

Features:

• SHIELDS HAIR FROM CHLORINE, SALTWATER & UV: Creates a lightweight 8-hour protective barrier against chlorine, pool chemicals, saltwater, and UV exposure, no reapplication needed. Designed for pre-swim use to prevent dryness, breakage, and color fade.
• PREVENTS DRY, BRITTLE POST-SWIM DAMAGE: Protects against frizz, split ends, and straw-like texture caused by repeated swimming. Safe for color-treated hair and specially formulated to reduce fading and unwanted green tones from pool chemicals.
• BUILT FOR SURFERS, SWIMMERS & DIVERS: Engineered for athletes spending long hours in the ocean or pool. This ocean-proof, water-resistant formula performs in salt, sun, and surf, delivering reliable 8-hour protection in the most demanding environments.
• PRE-SWIM TREATMENT & LEAVE-IN CONDITIONER ALTERNATIVE: Unlike traditional leave-in conditioners, this wax-based formula creates a water-resistant barrier to help shield hair from chlorine, saltwater, and UV damage. Deeply hydrates, detangles, and strengthens while helping keep hair smooth, manageable, and tangle-free. Apply to wet or dry hair before swimming, surfing, or any active day in the sun.
• CLEAN, VEGAN & REEF-SAFE FORMULA: Made with coconut oil, shea butter, carnauba wax, and bentonite clay free from parabens, sulfates, and harsh chemicals. Certified reef safe, vegan, and cruelty-free with recyclable packaging. Made in Los Angeles.

Ingredients

Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium PCA, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Behentrimonium Chloride, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Olive Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Bentonite Clay, Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Panthenol, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Musa Sapientum (Banana) Fruit Extract, Glyceryl Caprylate, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Glycerin, Cananga Odorata Flower (Yang Ylang) Oil, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Flower Extract, Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Oil, Cedrus Atlantica Wood (Cedarwood) Oil