Treatment FAQ

how to do an olaplex treatment

by Sylvester Schmeler Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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For those with compromised hair, we recommend 2-3 times a week in combination with your favorite moisture and protein treatments where applicable. You can purchase Olaplex No. 3 at your local Olaplex salon or now on the Olaplex website.

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How often can you use Olaplex as a treatment?

That depends on the scope and severity of your hair's damage. Roberston recommends including a treatment with each salon visit followed with No.3 every one or two weeks. However, "for moderate to severely damaged hair I would recommend one to two Olaplex Stand Alone Treatments a month, followed by using of No.3 once a week," she says.

Is Olaplex No 0 worth it?

From No. 0 to No. 7, Olaplex products can be used on all hair types and textures. Hair that is significantly damaged will see more dramatic results with No. 0, but if your lengths just look a little dull or feel a bit dry, it’s definitely worth a try.

Does Olaplex really work?

Olaplex belongs to the rare elite of buzzy beauty products that actually live up to their miraculous claims. It's the product to which Kylie Jenner has credited her ability to go from raven to platinum overnight. It's what allowed Julianne Hough to literally transform her natural hair texture from straight to wavy.

Is Olaplex worth it?

The short answer is yes, It’s worth the money. I’d say that Olaplex is a solid product and has a good value for the money. Right from the first Olaplex product to the last one, the products are well made and don’t have chemicals that can harm your hair. Unless you use it wrongly.

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How do you do an Olaplex treatment at home?

The choice is yours!Step 1: Apply a generous amount to towel-dried hair and comb through.Step 2: Leave on for a minimum of 10 minutes. Keep in mind, the longer it's on, the more effective it is, especially for hair that is compromised. ... Step 3: Rinse, shampoo and condition. ... Step 4: Style as you normally would.

How do you use Olaplex as a treatment?

Apply a good amount to towel dried (or dry as mentioned above) hair and comb through gently. Leave to sit for at least 10 minutes. If your hair is extremely damaged (or if it just needs a little boost), you can leave the Olaplex on for up to 90 minutes.

How do you mix Olaplex stand alone treatment?

Stand Alone TreatmentMix 1/2oz (15ml) No.1 with 3oz (90ml) of water in a non-spraying applicator bottle. ... Without rinsing, apply a generous amount of No.2 from roots to ends and comb through thoroughly.More items...

Can Olaplex treatment be done at home?

Olaplex has previously been a salon only treatment, which professional stylists use to help repair and rebuild damaged hair. Luckily for us, you can now get your hands on their scienced-backed hair treatments in the comfort of your own home.

Will Olaplex fix split ends?

If you notice breakage, split ends, and overall fried, limp hair — you need OLAPLEX.

How often should you do Olaplex stand alone treatment?

Maintain your hair once-monthly with in-salon Stand-Alone Treatments™. You don't have to color your hair to reap the benefits of OLAPLEX! This hair type requires more love than untreated hair. Being that it's chemically treated, it also experiences at least one of the three types of damage mentioned above.

What happens if you leave Olaplex on too long?

People have used Olaplex 3 for more than 12 hours without ill effects, but that doesn't mean you can expect the same. If you leave Olaplex 3 on for longer than 90 minutes, you could experience several issues, from an irritated scalp to eye irritation, redness, and stinging.

Do I have to shampoo after Olaplex 3?

An Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector treatment should always be followed by a thorough rinse and shampoo.

Should I use Olaplex 3 before or after toner?

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Will Olaplex fix fried hair?

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Does Olaplex make your hair fall out?

Apparently no. Olaplex cannot damage your hair, no matter how often you use it.

Can you leave Olaplex 3 on overnight?

You shouldn't leave Olaplex 3 on your hair overnight. According to the Olaplex website, you should leave Olaplex 3 on your hair for at least 10 minutes, but you can leave it on for up to 90 minutes. It's important to understand that Olaplex 3 isn't a deep conditioner or leave-in.

How long does Olaplex treatment last?

What is it? A leave-in treatment that you can use to tame unruly locks and flyaways for a whopping 72 hours. Again, this Olaplex treatment is suitable for even coloured treated hair and helps relink any broken bonds caused by styling.

What does Olaplex do?

While other hair care brands simply smooth over the problem, the Olaplex formula actually repairs the damage using their patented single ingredient Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate.

How to use Bond Building Treatment?

How to use: Start with damp hair and apply from the root to tip. Leave on the hair for at least 10 minutes. Rinse thoroughly and follow with your regular shampoo routine. Use No.3 alone or alongside the No.0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment.

How to use No.3 Hair Perfector?

How to use: Apply No. 0 to dry hair and comb through to cover the whole head. Allow to sit for 10 minutes then add the No.3 Hair Perfector on top and allow to sit for another 10 minutes. Then rinse thoroughly and follow with your shampoo and conditioner.

What is Olaplex hair mask?

What is it? The latest and greatest from Olaplex. This concentrated hair mask strengthens the hair and uses their unique formulation to repair brittle, weak and damaged locks. It’s perfect for hair that has suffered from chemical treatments and environmental damage.

What is the miracle worker for hair?

What is it? This miracle worker is a great way to prep and prime the hair for the No.3 Hair Perfector. It’s the at-home version of the Olaplex No.2 Bond Perfector, which is only available to professional hair stylists.

What breaks disulphide bonds in hair?

Basically, over styling and hair stressors can break the strong disulphide bonds in the hair. These bonds are necessary for a healthy-looking ‘do. This breakdown then creates a single sulphur hydrogen bond which can pair with three oxygen molecules.

What is Olaplex repair?

OLAPLEX repairs all types of hair damage. OLAPLEX repairs all types of hair damage. Mechanical factors: Brushing, friction, tugging & pulling on wet hair. OLAPLEX repairs all types of hair damage. Your browser does not support the video tag. OLAPLEX works to repair broken bonds.

What are the mechanical factors of Olaplex?

OLAPLEX repairs all types of hair damage. OLAPLEX repairs all types of hair damage. Mechanical factors: Brushing, friction, tugging & pulling on wet hair.

How to use Olaplex 2?

Mix OLAPLEX No.2 and protein treatment, equal amounts, apply to highly porous damaged areas and place under dryer with no cap until hair is dry. Using a spray water bottle, remoisten the hair and wrap the Perm.

What is Olaplex? What are its uses?

What makes OLAPLEX the worldwide phenomena that it is, is its patented active ingredient Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate. It works on the hair internally to seek out and repair broken disulphide bonds caused by chemical, thermal, mechanical and environmental damage. You can use OLAPLEX to restore all hair types, regardless of the damage it has. Chemical services are taken to a whole new level when OLAPLEX is added to them, creating hair that is in better condition after the service than before. All of the products in the OLAPLEX line are Sulfate Free, Paraben Free, Phthalate Free, Color-Safe, Vegan and NEVER tested on animals!

What is an Olaplex stand alone?

The OLAPLEX Stand-Alone Treatment is the unparalleled service that repairs damaged hair and maintains strong, healthy hair. It is a great service to set the stage for the OLAPLEX Family of Professional Service and Retail products. Stylists, Educators and Salespeople can create their own personal success story to share with others by getting a Stand-Alone Treatment done on themselves. It’s much easier to talk about and sell all the benefits that the OLAPLEX Stand-Alone Treatment produces when you’ve experienced it and have a personal story to tell. This service is designed to be executed at the shampoo bowl and is a great add on to any stylist’s service ticket. Compromised hair can benefit by getting Stand-Alone Treatments one to two weeks prior to any service. Once the service is done, clients can maintain their hair’s integrity at home by using OLAPLEX No.3 HAIR PERFECTOR. The Stand-Alone Treatment is highly effective on 100% Human Hair Extensions, the only precaution would be to avoid contact with the bonds (glue, track, or tape) with OLAPLEX No.2 BOND PERFECTOR as it possibly could cause the extensions to loosen.

How long should I leave Olaplex on my hair?

Rinse hair thoroughly. Towel dry and apply a generous amount of OLAPLEX No.2. Work through and leave on for a minimum of 5 minutes. Shampoo and condition! This works great prior to a haircut or blow dry as a quick introduction to OLAPLEX.

How long after keratin treatment should I use Olaplex?

It is recommended to wait two weeks after your most recent Keratin treatmentbefore repeating the OLAPLEX Stand Alone Treatment in salon or using OLAPLEX No.3HAIR PERFECTOR at home. This will allow the hair to become more porous and receiveall of the benefits that OLAPLEX has to offer.

Can you use olaplex at the backbar?

This is the second step of the In-Salon OLAPLEX System—the Stand Alone Treatment—and can be used by itself at the backbar for additional benefits to the hair . After chemical services it repairs any bonds that may have been missed during the service.

Can you use Olaplex on 100% human hair?

OLAPLEX can be used on all 100% human hair extensions. Some extensions have a Keratin coating on them which can sometimes act as a barrier to the OLAPLEX Treatment. Extensions sometimes are treated with textile dyes which can lead to unpredictable results with Color or lightening. With any type of glued in or taped in extensions, we recommend keeping OLAPLEX off those areas to avoid possibly loosening them. When in doubt, always perform a Strand Test on extensions as results may vary.

How long does it take to use Olaplex 2?

Dispense a quarter-size amount of Olaplex No. 2 in your hands. Apply to the hair from scalp to ends. Cut the hair as normal. A haircut takes roughly 20 to 30 minutes— and during that time, Olaplex No.2 is working its magic. Rinse, shampoo and condition with Olaplex No. 4 and Olaplex No.5, then blow-dry and finish. 3.

What is Olaplex No 2?

Olaplex. 1. Offer Extra Repair While Processing. A root touch-up client can get an extra dose of hair love (and you’ll increase your ticket) with an Olaplex No.2 treatment. Here’s what you should do: Apply the root touch-up as you would normally. While she processes, dampen larger sections of hair.

What is Olaplex used for?

Widely used by actors and actresses who regularly go from dark to light and vice versa for different roles, it’s known as a miracle product for actually restoring and repairing lifeless, dry and damaged hair.

Does Olaplex damage hair?

Are there risks with using Olaplex “too often”? Apparently no. Olaplex cannot damage your hair, no matter how often you use it. Some users have reported that when they use it for long periods, the amount of time it requires to “take effect” will climb and climb. I haven’t used it enough yet to say whether I’ve found validity with this claim, but I’ll be sure to report back. (Update: A few years later, I now use Olaplex once per week. I do not feel that this frequency makes it lose its effectiveness.)

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