OLAPLEX is fast becoming one of the most iconic haircare brands on the planet, and if you’re a reader of the endless five-star reviews, you’ll know exactly why this magic little potion has found its way to so many shower caddies. So, are OLAPLEX products worth it? Well, they include a patented ingredient called Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate. This is the OLAPLEX exclusive ingredient that changed it all and helped us reach new heights of good hair day feeling.
Wondering how does OLAPLEX work? Every hair strand features bonds that give the hair its strength, structure, growth, and stability. When these bonds become broken from heat damage, environmental damage, chemicals, and so on, the hair looks damaged, limp, and tired. Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate works by restoring these bonds from the inside out, which in turn will help hair look full of life, shiny, and healthy. Trust me, OLAPLEX changed my hair for the better.
Now, enough with the science. You probably came here because you’re wondering; why should I use OLAPLEX? How often to use OLAPLEX? And can I use OLAPLEX overnight? here are all the answers.
NO.0 INTENSIVE BOND BUILDING HAIR TREATMENT
What does it do?
The No.0 Intensive Bond Building Hair Treatment has been designed to prime the hair pre-wash to help it absorb nourishment for maximum repair. The treatment uses the highest dose of Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate in the collection to rebuild hair bonds, strengthen, and protect the hair from future damage (with frequent use).
Who is it for?
Great for all hair types, but especially visibly dry, damaged, and hair in need of TLC.
How do you use it?
Section dry hair into manageable pieces and apply the formula directly onto the hair, ensuring each section is fully saturated. Allow to work for at least 10 minutes or longer. The No.0 Intensive Bond Building Hair Treatment works best in combination with the No.3 Hair Perfector. Use the duo twice a week for best results.
NO.3 HAIR PERFECTOR
What does it do?
Wondering why the line up jumps from No.0 to No.3? Well, OLAPLEX aren’t planning any surprise releases here. No.1 and No.2 are reserved for professional use only. But that hasn’t stopped the No.3 Hair Perfector from becoming the brand’s bestseller. This formula is so good, one sells every 3.5 seconds. Why? The formula works as a pre-wash treatment to reduce breakage and visibly strengthen the hair. If you’ve been served the TikTok ‘clean girl’ look, you need this one for your OLAPLEX bun.
Who is it for?
All hair types will adore this formula, especially dry and breakage prone hair types.
How do you use it?
Dampen the hair and apply the formula from root to tip. Leave to work for at least 10 minutes, or if you’re a ‘clean girl’ slick your hair into a bun, wrap some cling film around it and leave it to work for a couple of hours. Rinse and follow with shampoo and conditioner.
NO.4C BOND MAINTENANCE CLARIFYING SHAMPOO
What does it do?
The No.4C is a clarifying shampoo designed to deeply clean the scalp to remove impurities that damage the hair and make it dull, dry, and oily. The formula is pH balanced and leaves the hair with airy volume, vibrant colour clarity, and restored shine.
Who is it for?
All hair types, especially those prone to buildup.
How do you use it?
Apply to wet hair, focussing on the roots and working through to the ends. Use weekly in place of your regular shampoo. Follow with the No.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner.
NO.4D CLEAN VOLUME DETOX DRY SHAMPOO
What does it do?
A dry shampoo that detoxes as it refreshes? We want to know more. The No.4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo is the ultimate style extender. Inspired by skincare and backed by science, this handy dry shampoo strengthens your hair at the same time as absorbing excess oils with rice starch. Gone are the days of cheap dry shampoos that clog our hair follicles and dry our scalps. Once you’ve tried this, you’ll never look back.
Who is it for?
All hair types.
How do you use it?
Shake before you start, then hold the nozzle six to 10 inches away from your roots. Spritz section by section, before waiting 30 seconds and massaging your hair with your fingers to remove the white residue.
NO. 4P BLONDE ENHANCER TONING SHAMPOO
What does it do?
All blondes know what a hero the humble purple shampoo is for toning and keeping brassiness at bay. The No. 4P Blonde Enhancer Toning Shampoo can do all that and more. The highly concentrated formula works to neutralise brassiness and boost brightness while cleansing and repairing damage from colour treatments to keep hair fresh and hydrated.
Who is it for?
Coloured, blonde, lightened, grey and bleached hair.
How do you use it?
Apply to wet hair, lather, and allow to work for 5-10 minutes. Use 2-3 times per week or as often as needed to reduce brassiness. Follow with the No.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner.
NO. 5P BLONDE ENHANCER TONING CONDITIONER
What does it do?
Looking for the perfect partner for your toning shampoo? The No.5P Blonde Enhancer Toning Conditioner is the answer. Working similarly to its shampoo counterpart, this conditioner primarily helps to neutralise brassy, yellow tones in natural and bleached blonde hair. It uses the iconic patented OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology to strengthen and soften processed hair, leaving you with a smooth, straight, and bright result. Make fragile, warm-toned hair a thing of the past.
Who is it for?
Blonde, bleached, lightened, and grey hair.
How do you use it?
Smooth through cleansed, damp hair and leave for up to three minutes before rinsing.
On natural blondes and greys, use every 1-2 washes. For textured blondes, every other way. Damaged blondes, every 2-3 washes. Platinum blondes, every 2-3 washes.
NO.4 BOND MAINTENANCE SHAMPOO & NO.5 BOND MAINTENANCE CONDITIONER
What does it do?
We’re not cheating you out of a section by combining these two, but all hair obsessives know that shampoos work best with their matching conditioner, and visa versa. The No.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo & No.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner both feature a highly nourishing formula to protect and repair damage, split ends, and frizz. The shampoo works to cleanse for shinier, healthier hair, while the conditioner smooths and helps with manageability.
Who is it for?
All hair types.
How do you use it?
Massage the No.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo to wet hair, paying particular attention to the roots. Rinse and follow with the No.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner, focussing the formula on the lengths of the hair. Both formulas are suitable for everyday use.
NO.6 BOND SMOOTHER
What does it do?
The No.6 Bond Smoother is a leave-in crème designed to strengthen the hair, moisturise, and help to tackle frizz and flyaways for up to 72 hours. The highly concentrated formula can be applied straight after washing and left to do its work.
Who is it for?
All hair types, especially hair prone to frizz and flyaways.
How do you use it?
Apply to the lengths and ends of damp/dry hair before styling or blow drying. Use after each wash, or as needed for styling.
NO.7 BONDING OIL
What does it do?
If you’re more of a hair oil lover, the No.7 Bonding Oil is for you. This highly concentrated, weightless styling oil works to repair damage, strengthens and protect the hair structure, protects against heat, and restores a healthy appearance and texture. Expect increased shine, softness, and colour vibrancy with frizz and flyaways reduced.
Who is it for?
All hair types, especially for those using heat tools daily.
How do you use it?
Apply a few drops to wet or dry hair daily or before heat styling.
NO.8 BOND INTENSE MOISTURE MASK
What does it do?
The No.8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask isn’t your average hair mask. The multi-benefit, reparative mask works to moisturise, smooth, and add body and shine, all while treating damaged hair. The highly concentrated formula doesn’t need to be rinsed, just applied directly to hair and allowed to work its magic.
Who is it for?
All hair types, especially for those with visible damage.
How do you use it?
Apply to clean, damp hair and work through with fingers. Use weekly for best results.
NO.9 BOND PROTECTOR NOURISHING HAIR SERUM
What does it do?
If it’s dullness, tangles, and poor style retention on your hair hate list, the No.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum is for you. The serum creates an anti-damage shield to protect against the effects of pollution and heat damage that could be causing everything on your hair hate list. The weightless, leave-in formula helps to protect the hair for up to 48 hours and provides heat protection up to 232°C, all while adding visible shine, softness, and protection against tangles and static.
Who is it for?
All hair types and textures, especially those prone to knots and tangles.
How do you use it?
Use as the first step in your styling routine. Apply a small amount to damp hair working upwards from ends to roots. Use more as needed for longer, thicker hair. Use on wash days and the days in between for added protection.
VOLUMIZING BLOW DRY MIST
What does it do?
Styling products are just as important as hair masks and toning shampoos, which is why OLAPLEX has developed its Volumizing Blow Dry Mist. But this isn’t any usual styling mist — it’s got the OLAPLEX ethos at heart, always protecting your hair. This mist helps to dry the hair quicker, meaning less exposure to heat, shields hair from heat damage, and protects against environmental pollution and humidity. It gives volume and hold without any of the stickiness, leaving you with perfectly styled and strong hair every time.
Who is it for?
All hair types.
How do you use it?
Simply spray on from root to tip before blow drying. For extra volume, use a round brush. You can also refresh your second-day hair by spritzing and re-blow drying.
