Shampoo and conditioner that also repair the bonds, moisturises the hair, reduces frizz and gives your hair a lustrous shine that Olaplex is famous for, and It contains the brand’s active ingredient, but according to Olaplex ‘it doesn’t replace using Olaplex No. 3 strength treatment, or having in salon Olaplex strength treatments for noticeably stronger hair.’ OLAPLEX rebuilds, restructures and improves moisture retention to curls that have lost their shape. OLAPLEX infuses curly hair with added moisture and condition for beautiful bouncy, resilient curls. Fragile curly hair has more lightening and chemical service options when OLAPLEX is used. This hair product can be used every 2-4 weeks, depending on the condition your hair is in, rather than every week, so it should last you a long time too! Pros: Olaplex Educator Coco Wilbanks explains that Olaplex No.6 ‘will work for you no matter what your hair type is. Just remember that a little bit does go a very long way.’ Will it weigh my hair down?

Tip: It’s best to use this treatment 2-3 times a week, as using too much protein can actually harm your hair if it doesn’t need it, so best to use it after every other wash (depending on how often you wash your hair). OLAPLEX does not currently manufacture or sell products containing lilial. In September 2020, the EU regulatory authority announced their intent to phase out Butylphenyl methylpropional commonly referred to as "lilial" by March of 2022. At OLAPLEX, lilial was previously used in small amounts as a fragrance in N°.3 Hair Perfector and N°.2 Bond Perfector. It is not an active or functional ingredient. While this phase out is limited to the EU, out of an abundance of caution, OLAPLEX proactively removed lilial from our N°.3 Hair Perfector and N°.2 Bond Perfector globally.

I’ve compiled a list of the best Olaplex alternatives (also known as “dupes”, as in duplicates) on the market below. Contains methylisothiazolinone which may irritate sensitive scalps, best to do a patch test before use It goes without saying that this also makes a great gift if you know someone who would appreciate some genuine Olaplex, but when you’re on a tighter budget. Pros: The answer is both, you can use Olaplex No.6 on wet or dry hair,’ says Coco. ‘You just go ahead and apply wet or dry mid lengths to ends and style as desired.’ Will it repair my hair?

The biggest objection I hear about Olaplex is that the price point may not be justifiable if you’re not sure it’s for you – many people just want a cheaper alternative to Olaplex, and I totally understand that. The anti-frizz treatment contains vitamin E and coconut oil that will help to moisturise the hair. And well-hydrated hair, silky soft hair, is more manageable when humidity strikes. Vanessa has fine, loose waves. She uses N°.6 to touch up her hair as it’s prone to dryness and going flat. For this photo, Vanessa says, “I used N°.6 after day two hair. I retouched my hair with a curling iron and then used N°.6 to soften my hair and add texture.” OLAPLEX helps to maintain the integrity of the hair before, during and after all texture services. Texture services last longer, and the hair stays in better condition when OLAPLEX is used correctly. Damage-free Color and Lightening Services performed after any texture service are possible when properly using them with OLAPLEX. In a 12-week clinical trial of 33 people using LASHBOND™ Building Serum, participants reported the following after four weeks:Yes, you can use Olaplex 3 and 6 together. if you are interested in buying both Olaplex 3 and 6 – go for it! Olaplex is definitely worth it. If you are wondering whether to invest in Olaplex No 3 vs No 6, I definitely would go with Olaplex 3 as a starting point to deeply repair your hair. A reparative styling creme can only do so much.

There is also a section on Olaplex 3 v 6 as that is my most asked question. You’ll find all my thoughts on Olaplex 3 and 6 below.

The second reaction is where damage occurs. A single sulfur hydrogen molecule will pair with three oxygen molecules creating S03, or what is known as a sulfate group. The protonated sulfate is known as Cysteic Acid. Cysteic acid then eats the protein out of the hair. The overall internal structure resembles ladders that have been twisted into a shape resembling a multi-fiber cable called microfibrils. These then combine to form macrofibrils which are contained in the cortex. These “cables” stay in alignment, resisting twisting and bending, as a result of disulfide bonds. They are held together in the cortex with a microcellular cement that also contains an abundance of disulfide bonds. Discover how patented OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology™ works at a molecular level to dramatically improve hair strength, repair damage and protect all hair types.

Nº.6 Bond Smoother decreases blow-dry time, smoothing each strand without adding hold or excess weight.

After reading this article, I hope that you’ve found what you’re looking for and can make an informed decision on how to repair your hair. After shampooing, apply the treatment and leave in for 5 minutes (or slightly longer if you wish), wash out, and condition your hair as normal. The treatment adds protein to your hair that helps to repair the bonds and cuticles that are damaged through hair colouring and styling.