For hair that's truly damaged, bond-building treatments — the masks and formulas that rebuild the hair’s internal bonds — are often the most effective way to restore strength, moisture, and manageability. We love a good blowout or fresh color to elevate our look instantly, but those services can leave hair dry, brittle, and lackluster — and can even cause breakage that contributes to hair loss. Add ordinary exposure to the elements, and it’s no wonder our tresses often need extra TLC. While a trim or full-on chop is still the best remedy for severely damaged locks, hair bonding treatments can be a potent intermediary step to help keep hair looking and feeling its healthiest.

“Hair bonding treatments are great for double process clients like blondes, those who use chemical styling treatments such as perms, or who have high heat damage from over-styling,” celebrity hairstylist Adam Maclay explains. “These formulas work to protect and restore the hydrogen, salt, and disulfide bonds of the hair to strengthen it from the inside out. It’s like filling in the potholes on the street; these products help to smooth split ends, restore moisture and shine, and make the hair more manageable.”

Sources

• https://olaplex.com/blogs/manual/no-0-intensive-bond-building-hair-treatment
• https://olaplex.com/blogs/manual/olaplex-no-4-bond-maintenance-shampoo
• https://olaplex.com/blogs/manual/broad-spectrum-chelating-treatment
• https://olaplex.com/blogs/manual/stand-alone-treatment
• https://olaplex.com/blogs/manual/what-are-disulfide-bonds

• Both Nº.4P and Nº.5P remove brassiness from blonde or gray hair.
• Nº.4P gently cleanses hair, while Nº.5P hydrates and smooths hair.
• Use Nº.4P and Nº.5P together for the best results.

• When used regularly after shampoo, conditioner promotes healthy hair by providing moisture, protection, and detangling benefits.
  
• OLAPLEX conditioners repair damaged hair bonds while improving strength, shine, and manageability.
  

• With options like Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner, Nº.5P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Conditioner, Nº.5 CURL Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Conditioner, and Nº.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Conditioner, there are conditioning solutions for every hair type.
  

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• What Does Hair Conditioner Do?
• Is Using a Conditioner Necessary?
• OLAPLEX Conditioners
• How Can I Condition My Hair Even More?
• What Are Hair Bonds?

Back to Basics: Hair Conditioner 101

Conditioner is an important step in your routine—it moisturizes, hydrates, detangles, and much more. But conditioner isn’t one-size-fits-all, and different hair needs benefit from different conditioners. OLAPLEX® offers a range of conditioning options, including hair conditioners, masks, and leave-in treatments. Explore all conditioners and choose the best option for your hair with this guide.

What Does Hair Conditioner Do?

The outermost surface of each hair strand is coated with a thin layer of fatty acids called the “F-layer,” with the “F” standing for "fatty." UV rays, chemical treatments, rough handling, and heat styling can strip away or damage the F-layer, leading to dryness, dullness, and increased breakage. Conditioners help compensate by coating the hair strand with moisturizing and smoothing agents, such as emollients and oils. This protective layer makes hair more manageable, reduces friction, and makes hair easier to style and detangle.

Many conditioners need to be rinsed out after a designated amount of time, but treatments like leave-in conditioners are applied after showering and don’t require rinsing. The conditioner you need depends on your hair type and your specific hair needs.

Is Using a Conditioner Necessary?

If you’re showering in a hurry, you may be tempted to skip conditioner. However, you’d be missing out on the numerous benefits this staple has to offer your hair. Conditioners fortify the hair strand with a protective coating, helping prevent breakage and promote stronger, healthier-looking hair. It also aids in detangling and makes hair smoother, softer, and shinier. We recommend conditioning every time you shampoo.

Choose Your Own Adventure: OLAPLEX Conditioners

OLAPLEX offers a variety of conditioners to meet different hair needs, including:

OLAPLEX Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner

Add strength to your conditioning routine with Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner. In addition to hydrating, detangling, and improving manageability, Nº.5 is clinically proven to repair hair and reduce breakage. Pair with Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo for a gentle cleansing and conditioning routine.

Nº.5P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Conditioner

For blonde, grey, and highlighted hair, use Nº.5P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Conditioner to lock in brightness and tone from root to tip. This conditioner is proven to smooth, strengthen, and reduce brassiness after just one use. Pair with Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo to cleanse without stripping or drying.

Rich Hydration Moisture Mask

Looking for intense moisture and damage repair? Swap your usual conditioner for Rich Hydration Moisture Mask—a highly concentrated reparative mask that adds shine, smoothness, and body for visibly healthier hair. Infused with OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology™, this hair mask treats damage by absorbing deeply into your hair in just 3-5 minutes.

N º.5 LEAVE-IN™

Nº.5 LEAVE-IN™ instantly hydrates, softens, and detangles while sealing split ends for healthier-looking hair after one use. Powered by OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology™, it repairs and protects from the inside out. Enjoy long-lasting moisture and stronger hair with every application.

Nº.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Conditioner

Nº.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Conditioner is designed for damage-prone fine hair types that need a lightweight conditioner. It doubles hair volume, adding body and bounce while improving detangling and manageability. Use after Nº.4FINE Bond Maintenance® Shampoo for best results.

Nº.5CURL Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Conditioner

OLAPLEX has a conditioner that’s specifically made for wavy, curly, or coily hair: Nº.5CURL Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Conditioner. This curly hair conditioner deeply nourishes, smooths frizz, and enhances curls. It also helps detangle curls for easier styling. For the best results, apply it to the mid-lengths to the ends of hair after shampooing with Nº.4CURL Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Shampoo.

Nº.5 LEAVE-IN™

Nº.5 LEAVE-IN™ is a leave-in conditioner that instantly hydrates, softens, and detangles while sealing split ends for healthier-looking hair after one use. Powered by OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology™, it repairs and protects from the inside out. Enjoy long-lasting moisture and stronger hair with every application.

How Can I Condition My Hair Even More?

If your hair needs extra strength and hydration, try a hair mask on days when you’re not using a conditioner. OLAPLEX has two different mask options: the Rich Hydration Mask and the Weightless Nourishing Mask.

Rich Hydration Moisture Mask

Looking for intense moisture and damage repair for medium to coarse hair? Swap your usual conditioner for Rich Hydration Moisture Mask—a highly concentrated reparative mask that adds shine, smoothness, and body for visibly healthier hair. Infused with OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology™, this hair mask treats damage by absorbing deeply into your hair in just 3-5 minutes.

Weightless Nourishing Mask

Lock in lightweight hydration for fine to medium hair with the Weightless Nourishing Mask. This hair mask reduces and prevents breakage even after 5 washes and provides instant volume that lasts all day. It’s formulated with Biomimetic Cuticle Technology to lock in hydration and seal cuticles for up to 5 washes.

If you’re still not sure which hair mask to use, take the Mask Quiz today.

What Are Hair Bonds?

Hair consists of keratin, a type of fibrous protein, that’s held together by bonds. Hydrogen and salt bonds are physical bonds that can be easily reshaped by changes in pH, water, or heat. In contrast, disulfide bonds are strong chemical covalent bonds that cannot be broken by water. 

These bonds are crucial in providing hair with structure, strength, and stability. When disulfide bonds are broken, hair can appear frizzy, dry, and damaged. Most conditioners can address hydrogen and salt bonds. OLAPLEX treatments and leave-in conditioner are powered by OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology™ to repair disulfide bonds at the molecular level to restore your hair’s health and appearance.

Looking for a personalized haircare routine? Take our Hair Quiz to learn more about your hair type and get custom recommendations for conditioner and more.

Sources

1. https://www.allure.com/story/what-does-a-conditioner-do-why-should-you-use-it

• Curly hair is prone to dryness, making hair masks a must-have in your haircare routine.
• Hair masks can help control dryness, frizz, tangles, and breakage.
• If you have fine to medium curly hair, try the Weightless Nourishing Hair Mask. 
• If you have medium to thick hair, try the Rich Hydration Hair Mask.

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• What Exactly Is a Hair Mask?
• Are Hair Masks Good for Curly Hair?
• Signs Your Curly Hair Needs a Hair Mask
• How Do You Apply a Hair Mask to Curly Hair?
• The Best Hair Mask for Fine to Medium Curly Hair
• The Best Hair Mask for Medium to Thick Curly Hair

Why Your Curly Hair Is Better with OLAPLEX® Hair Masks

Does your curly hair crave moisture? You may need to add a moisturizing mask to your routine. Find out more about hair masks and how they benefit curly hair.

What Exactly Is a Hair Mask?

Most hair masks provide deep moisture to each strand of hair. OLAPLEX hair masks work above and beyond by also locking in lasting moisture and delivering repair, strength, and style benefits. They are formulated to:

• Make hair softer and shinier
• Add moisture to hair
• Manage frizz
• Minimize hair breakage and strengthen hair

Are Hair Masks Good for Curly Hair?

Yes, hair masks are good for curly hair. Curly hair is inherently more prone to dryness due to its structure—even more so than other hair types. It’s harder for scalp oils to travel down the hair when it’s curly. Hair masks can help lock in the moisture that your curly hair needs.

Curly hair is also more prone to frizz because it’s drier and more porous than other hair types. Hair masks can also help smooth frizzy, curly hair.

Signs Your Curly Hair Needs a Hair Mask

There are a few easy ways to tell if your curly hair needs a mask:

If you’ve noticed dry hair, frizz, lack of shine, breakage, or tangles, then it might be time for a hydrating hair mask that helps you reach your curly hair goals.

How Do You Apply a Hair Mask to Curly Hair?

You’ll apply a mask to the mid-lengths to ends of your hair, leave it on, and then wash it out. You typically only need to use a hair mask once per week in place of conditioner.

How to Choose a Hair Mask for Dry, Curly Hair

When choosing a hair mask for curls, pick one that’s formulated for your hair texture. You don’t want your curls to be weighed down or not receive enough moisture. As a reminder, the three hair textures are: 

Luckily, OLAPLEX has two hair masks created for your hair texture: Weightless Nourishing Mask and Rich Hydration Mask.

The Best Hair Mask for Fine to Medium Curly Hair

If you have fine to medium curly hair that needs moisture, reach for OLAPLEX Weightless Nourishing Mask. This hair mask locks in lightweight hydration for up to five washes without weighing your hair down.* It reduces and prevents breakage for length retention over time, and its Volume Boost Complex creates 2x all-day instant volume.

To use the Weightless Nourishing Mask:  

1. Apply the mask after shampooing on the mid-lengths to the ends of damp hair.
2. Leave the mask on for 3-5 minutes. 
3. Rinse well. 

For best results, use the Weightless Nourishing Mask weekly. 

If you have fine curly hair, you might also benefit from a shampoo and conditioner that’s specifically formulated for it. Before using Weightless Nourishing Mask, try N°.4FINE Bond Maintenance® Shampoo to strengthen, repair, and prevent future hair damage.** This ultra-light volumizing shampoo for fine hair removes buildup to leave your hair clean and soft with lasting volume, body, and bounce. You can also try a shampoo that’s specifically formulated for curly hair, like N°.4CURLBond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Shampoo. This shampoo uses 3D Bond Shaper Technology for instantly strong, defined, lasting curls. On days when you don’t use a hair mask, finish with N°.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Conditioner, a weightless fine hair conditioner that hydrates while building lasting volume, or N°.5 CURL Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Conditioner to deeply nourish and detangle hair while smoothing frizz and defining curls.

The Best Hair Mask for Medium to Thick Curly Hair

If you have medium to thick curly hair, choose the Rich Hydration Mask. This deeply restorative, moisturizing hair mask locks in instant hydration and prevents breakage for up to five washes.† It keeps hair smoother and shinier while creating all-day, humidity-resistant frizz control. When you use this hair mask, you’ll also notice stronger hair. 

To use the Rich Hydration Mask: 

1. Start strong with a shampoo with 3D Bond Shaper Technology for instantly strong, defined, lasting curls like N°.4CURL Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Shampoo. 
2. Apply the mask to the mid-lengths to the ends of wet hair. 
3. Leave the Rich Hydration Mask on for 3-5 minutes, then rinse well. 

For the best results, use the Rich Hydration Mask weekly. On days when you don’t finish with a hair mask, moisturize your curls with N°.5CURL Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Conditioner. This curly hair conditioner deeply nourishes, detangles, smooths frizz, and enhances curls.

The right hair mask can help your curls look and feel their best. If you’re looking for more curly haircare tips, learn how to get your curls back with OLAPLEX, or take the Hair Mask Quiz to find out which mask is right for you. 

*On virgin hair tresses

**When used with Nº.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Conditioner.

†On bleached hair tresses

Sources

1. https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-use-hair-mask 

2. https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/hair-scalp-care/hair/curly-hair-care

• Wavy, curly, and coily hair is prone to breakage, dryness, and tangling.
• Curl patterns can change due to age, hormonal changes, chemical treatments, hair damage, or using products that aren’t formulated for curly hair. 
• To bring your curls back, consistently use OLAPLEX products that help repair bonds, reduce frizz, and restore moisture to hair damaged by thermal styling, chemical treatments, or sulfate-based products.
• Limit thermal styling, sleep on silk pillowcases, and choose haircuts tailored to your curl pattern to protect and enhance your natural texture.
• Visit a certified OLAPLEX stylist to complement your at-home routine and get expert care to help you achieve your hair goals.

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• Can Your Curl Pattern Change?
• Types of Curls
• How to Treat Your Hair Type with an OLAPLEX Curl Routine
• More Tips for Restoring Curly, Wavy, and Coily Hair
• Find an OLAPLEX Curly Hair Stylist Near You

How to Get Your Curl Pattern Back with OLAPLEX

Want to learn how OLAPLEX® can help bring your curls and waves back to life? Maybe you have gone through years of thermal styling, straightening those beautiful, curly, wavy tresses into a smooth, sleek, straight look. No matter your true curly hair type, an OLAPLEX hair routine can help repair your damaged curls and waves to bring them back to their natural definition, shape, and shine.

Can Your Curl Pattern Change?

If you’ve noticed that your curls or waves look a little different, it’s not just in your head—it’s possible for your curl pattern to change over time. Your curl pattern may change due to:

• Hormonal changes or aging: When your body goes through hormonal changes during pregnancy, this may cause your curl pattern to change. Additionally, as you get older, your body produces less sebum, which may make your hair drier and more prone to breakage.
• Hair length: If you grow your hair longer, this can stretch out your curls and might make them look less defined or looser. 
• Chemical treatments: Bleach, dye, or straightening/perming treatments can alter the structure of your hair, forming a different curl pattern.
• Mechanical damage: Over-brushing your hair may alter your curl pattern. Certain high-tension hairstyles, like tight buns or ponytails, can also change your curl pattern.  
• Heat damage: Using hot tools like blow dryers or flat irons may destroy hair bonds, which can loosen your curl pattern.
• Using the wrong hair products: Products that are too heavy (like thick, oily, buttery, or waxy formulas) can weigh down your curls. Certain ingredients in haircare products, like sodium lauryl sulfate, can dry out curly hair and make it lose definition. 

Although curl patterns may vary over time, most curly and wavy hair types generally fit into three main categories. Understanding your specific hair type can help you give your curls the care they deserve.

Types of Curls

There are several types of curly hair:

• Type 2: Wavy Hair – Fine waves with a slight "S" bend to thick, coarse waves that begin to form loose curls.

• Type 3: Curly Hair – Well-defined curls, from springy spirals to tight, dense corkscrew shapes.

• Type 4: Coily Hair – Very tight curls with distinct coil or zigzag patterns, ranging from well-defined to very small, with little to no natural definition.

So, which curl type are you? There’s also a chance you may have multiple types (hair types can be mixed).

How to Treat Your Hair Type with an OLAPLEX Curl Routine

Whatever you have, caring for your natural hair type is key to maintaining healthy, beautiful hair. 

How to Repair and Define Wavy Hair

Wavy hair is susceptible to frizziness. Hair types on the finer side can also lack volume. Bring oomph back to your waves with a weekly OLAPLEX routine like this:

1. Dampen hair by spraying OLAPLEX Nº.0 Intensive Bond Building Hair Treatment on dry hair. Make sure you distribute it evenly from the roots to the ends. Allow it to process for 10 minutes.

2. Apply OLAPLEX N°.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment evenly on wet hair. Let it sit for 3 minutes.

3. Wash out with SLS & SLES-free Nº.4 CURL Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Shampoo, which gently cleanses, smooths, hydrates, and defines waves. Follow with Nº.5 CURL Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Conditioner to deeply nourish your waves. 

4. After showering, apply OLAPLEX Nº.5 Leave-In Moisturize & Mend Leave-In Conditioner to damp hair to hydrate, seal split ends, and protect. Do not rinse.

5. Define your waves with OLAPLEX Nº.10 Bond Shaper® Curl Defining Gel. Apply a small amount of clean hair in sections, scrunching in an upward motion.

6. Use OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil on damp hair to protect against heat and boost shine.

7. Between wash days, extend your style and add volume to your waves by spraying OLAPLEX Nº.4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo on dry hair, holding the bottle 6 to 10 inches away from the roots. Wait 30 seconds and massage into the scalp.

How to Repair and Define Curly and Coily Hair

Both coily and curly hair types tend to frizz, show breakage, shrink, and lose moisture easily. Often, their curl patterns make it more difficult for sebum to travel down the hair shaft, resulting in dryness. Getting perms, using chemical texturizers, straightening out curls, and using sulfate-containing products all contribute to dryness and breakage. 

If you’re experiencing these issues with your curls or coils, don’t worry! An OLAPLEX routine can help you bounce back. Here’s how:

1. Start by spraying Nº.0 on dry hair. Distribute the spray evenly from root to tip. Hair should be damp, not soaked. DO NOT RINSE. Let it process for 10 minutes.

2. Apply Nº.3PLUS over Nº.0, combing through as needed. Leave No.3PLUS on for 3 minutes, then rinse.

3. Wash out with SLS- and SLES-free shampoo and conditioners that are formulated for curly hair, like Nº.4 CURL Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Shampoo. This shampoo gently cleanses, smooths frizz, and boosts curl definition. Follow with Nº.5 CURL Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Conditioner to deeply nourish your curls.  

4. For immediate moisture, apply Nº.5 Leave-In Moisturize & Mend Leave-In Conditioner to damp hair after showering. For finer curls/waves, begin with a single pump. For medium to coarse hair, begin with 2 pumps. Do not rinse.

5. Follow up with stylers. Use OLAPLEX Nº.6 Bond Smoother® to control frizz for up to 72 hours. Apply a single pump to clean damp hair. 

6. Lock in moisture with OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™. Apply it to wet hair.

7. For even more defined curls, distribute a small amount of Nº.10 and scrunch upward.

More Tips for Restoring Curly, Wavy, and Coily Hair

• Limit thermal styling. It’s recommended you use a diffuser on low heat and speed. A diffuser dries hair while limiting heat damage and enhancing your curl pattern. Avoid touching the curls or waves until dry.
• Go to bed with a silk/satin pillowcase and scrunchie. This can help keep hair from tangling and minimize damage as you go to bed with a silk/satin pillowcase, bonnet, scarf, or scrunchie.
• Schedule regular trims. Damaged ends can weigh curls down and distort their pattern. Split ends that aren’t cut off can also fray upward and cause more breakage. This can make curls look uneven—your hair might be defined toward the root, but straight or frizzy at the ends. Routine trims remove those weakened ends for more consistent and polished curls.  
• Get the right haircut. Some hairstyles, like layers, long bobs, or shags, can enhance your hair by adding definition. Connect with your stylist to help find the right haircut for your goals, hair type, and texture.

• Treat your hair with moisturizing masks. Curly hair is prone to dryness, making a moisturizing mask essential for curl restoration. Apply OLAPLEX Weightless Nourishing Mask (for fine to medium hair) or OLAPLEX Rich Hydration Mask (for dry or medium-to-coarse hair) once a week in place of conditioner. Leave it on for 3-5 minutes, then rinse.

Find an OLAPLEX Curly Hair Stylist Near You

Along with a comprehensive treatment at home, meeting with a certified OLAPLEX hair stylist will get you one step closer to rocking your natural curl pattern. Find a stylist near you.

Sources

1. https://pedsderm.net/site/assets/files/1028/spd_edi_curly-coily-hair_color_web.pdf

• Consistent bond repair and hydration are essential for stronger, more defined curls.
• The NEW Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Shampoo & Conditioner gently cleanse while delivering lasting moisture and curl support.
• A complete routine (repair, cleanse, hydrate, and define) helps improve curl pattern, softness, and manageability over time.

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• Why Curly Hair Needs a Specialized Routine
• The Foundation of Curl Repair
• Why Bond-Building and Hydration Matters
• Curl Recovery: What Consistent Repair Looks Like Over Time
• The Complete OLAPLEX Curl Routine
• Step 1: Repair & Strengthen
• Step 2: Cleanse & Hydrate
• Step 3: Deep Moisture Boost
• Step 4: Define, Shape & Protect
• How to Adjust Your Curl Routine for Seasonal Changes
• Why Curls Really Love OLAPLEX

Why All Curls Need This One Routine

There’s one essential truth behind every curly hair routine: consistent repair with targeted hydration.

No matter your curl pattern, from loose waves to tight coils, curly hair is naturally more fragile, more prone to dryness, and more susceptible to damage. Add in heat styling, coloring, and even seasonal changes, and curls can quickly lose their strength, definition, and shine.

That’s why a healthy curl routine is important. OLAPLEX is the only brand that uses patented Bond Building Technology™ to repair broken disulfide bonds, also known as the strongest bonds in the hair, helping curls look and feel healthier with every use. 

Why Curly Hair Needs a Specialized Routine

Because of its curved structure, curly hair makes it harder for natural oils to travel down the hair shaft. As a result, curls often experience: 

• Dryness and dehydration
• Increased breakage and split ends
• Loss of elasticity
• Lack of definition

Everyday actions like detangling, washing, styling, and even sleeping can weaken the curls over time. Without consistent repair and the proper amount of moisture, curls may become more difficult to manage and style. 

A targeted routine helps restore balance, strengthening from within while keeping curls hydrated on the surface. Repair isn’t a one-time reset; it’s a routine commitment that helps curls stay strong, resilient, and defined.

The Foundation of Curl Repair

At the core of curl health is OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment, the next generation of the iconic Nº.3 Hair Perfector, designed to deliver complete repair for curls past, present, and future.

OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment works differently from traditional treatments. Instead of masking the damage, it repairs broken disulfide bonds, which are the strongest bonds in the hair. This restores curl structure from the inside while improving softness and manageability on the outside. 

Why Bond-Building and Hydration Matters

Healthy curls need both repair and moisture to thrive. While bond-building treatments restore strength internally, hydration-focused products help to ensure curls remain soft, flexible, and defined.

OLAPLEX’s Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Shampoo and Conditioner help curls by gently cleansing without stripping the hair of its natural oils. They also deliver lasting hydration lightweight enough that it doesn’t weigh the curls down, helping improve curl definition and overall manageability.

When used together, the Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Shampoo and Conditioner create the ideal foundation for healthy, hydrated curls, supporting stronger-looking hair with continued use. 

Curl Recovery: What Consistent Repair Looks Like Over Time

Healthy curls don’t happen overnight, but with consistent repair, you’ll start to see a visible transformation. When curls are damaged, you may notice things like limp or uneven curl patterns, excessive flyaways, breakage during detangling, and your hair may have more difficulty holding definition.

However, once curls begin to recover from the inside out with regular care, many curl patterns appear stronger and more resilient. Hair recovery allows the hair to feel softer to the touch while maintaining improved shape and definition, making it easier to detangle and style. Repairing your curls just returns them to their natural state, enhancing what’s already there rather than changing the structure of your hair. 

OLAPLEX Curly Hair Routine Steps

Step 1: Repair & Strengthen

In the shower, apply OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment to damp hair before shampooing. Distribute evenly from mid-lengths to ends, leaving on for 3 minutes, then rinse thoroughly.

Use around 1-3 times per week, depending on your hair’s damage level. 

Step 2: Cleanse & Hydrate

Follow with OLAPLEX Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Shampoo, and Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Conditioner.

This curl-focused wash system gently cleanses the hair without stripping it of its natural oils. Together they infuse hydration into every strand, helping to enhance the natural curl pattern and bring out the softness of the hair. 

Step 3: Deep Moisture Boost

When curls need extra hydration, replace conditioner with the Rich Hydration Mask for medium to coarse curls, or the Weightless Nourishing Mask for fine to medium curls. 

A weekly mask treatment delivers deep moisture and shine while supporting curl elasticity and strength.

Step 4: Define, Shape & Protect

Styling is where curls express their personality, and it’s up to you to provide that extra support.

Finish with:

• OLAPLEX Nº.6 Bond Smoother® for hydration and frizz control
• OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ for shine, softness, and heat protection

For curl definition with flexible hold, add OLAPLEX Nº.10 Bond Shaper™ Curl Defining Gel. It enhances curl shape, reduces frizz, and strengthens hair while maintaining natural movement.

How to Adjust Your Curl Routine for Seasonal Changes

Seasonal shifts and environmental changes can significantly impact curl health, especially in colder months. When it comes to winter, it’s important to pay extra attention to your haircare. Here are a few winter curl care tips: 

• Increase repair frequency utilizing the OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment
• Use either the Rich Hydration Mask or the Weightless Nourishing Mask more often to combat dryness from cold air and indoor heating
• Rely on the Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Shampoo and Conditioner for daily moisture
• Apply styling products on damp hair to lock in moisture
• Protect your curls at night with silk or satin accessories 

These small seasonal adjustments can help the curls stay hydrated, defined, and resilient year-round.

Why Curls Really Love OLAPLEX

Curls thrive when their internal structure is strong and their hydration is supported. OLAPLEX supports curl health at the molecular level, repairing damage and strengthening hair from the inside out, helping curls maintain their natural pattern. 

With continued care, curls become easier to manage as they grow stronger, softer, and more defined. It’s not about changing your curls; it’s about giving them what they need to be their best. 

Ready to build your healthiest curl routine? From repair to definition, everything your curls need starts here. Shop all OLAPLEX curly hair essentials today.

• If you have curly or wavy hair, try adding a diffuser to your blow-dryer to help enhance your hair’s curl pattern.
• Diffusing your hair can also help prevent frizz.
• To diffuse your hair, place small sections of your hair into the diffuser and move to the next section once your hair is 80% dry.

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• What Is Diffusing?
• Types of Hair Diffusers
• How to Use a Diffuser on Curly or Wavy Hair

How to Diffuse Your Hair to Create Waves or Curls

Are you looking for a way to dry your curly or wavy hair without frizz? If you have a blow-dryer, all you need is an extra attachment for creating beautiful waves or curls in your hair. Learn more about how to use a diffuser to enhance curls or waves.

What Is Diffusing?

Has blow-drying your hair ever made your curls look flat or frizzy? Fortunately, there’s a solution for that. Diffusers are excellent tools for styling wavy to corkscrew hair types. They work by providing a softer, dispersed airflow instead of blowing direct heat onto your curls. This drying method can help minimize frizz, work as a wave and curl definer, and, in some cases, add body to your hair.

Types of Hair Diffusers

There are different types of hair diffusers, each providing different benefits. For example, some diffusers are more travel-friendly, while others can help boost body. Here are a few different types of hair diffusers that you might come across:

Cup Diffuser

Cup diffusers, also known as bowl diffusers, are the most popular diffuser type and are usually made of plastic. Their cup-like shape distributes hot air evenly, which is a gentler way to dry your hair. If you have medium to long hair, a cup diffuser might be a perfect tool to help reduce frizz, define your curls or waves, and add body.

Sock Diffuser

Sock diffusers are made of fabric, so their softness makes them great for fragile curl patterns. They can help prevent frizz and are ultra-portable if you’re traveling. The downside to sock diffusers is that they may not volumize your hair as much as a traditional cup diffuser.

Hand-Shaped Diffuser

This diffuser is shaped like a hand and features plastic “fingers” that glide into the hair for easy blow-drying. Hand-shaped diffusers spread heat evenly through your hair for a natural, air-dried look. They can help prevent hair shrinkage and frizz, but hand-shaped diffusers may not add much body to your hair.

If you’re looking to buy a diffuser, make sure it’s compatible with your blow-dryer first. If you’re not sure which diffusers can attach to your hair dryer, look for a universal diffuser.

How to Use a Diffuser on Curly or Wavy Hair

Now that you know about the different types of diffusers, it’s time to learn how to diffuse your curly or wavy hair. Follow these steps to dry your hair with a diffuser using good products for wavy and curly hair:

1. Wash Your Hair

The first step before diffusing your hair is to wash it. Choose a shampoo like OLAPLEX® Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo to gently cleanse, nourish, and strengthen your hair for improved manageability and softness. Give your curls or waves some love with a conditioner like Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner for smoother, healthier hair.

If you have fine hair, reach for Nº.4FINE Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Conditioner. This bond repair regimen is specifically designed for the needs of fine hair experiencing damage. Together, they provide an optimal balance of repair, weightless hydration, and healthy body and volume without weighing down strands.

For curly, wavy, and coily hair, choose Nº.4Curl Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Shampoo and Nº.5Curl Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Conditioner. Together, this duo reduces frizz and restores moisture to hair for soft, defined curls.

2. Apply Product

Once you step out of the shower, it’s time to add curl-enhancing products to your hair. You can try scrunching your hair with Nº.10 Bond Shaper Curl Defining Gel. Scrunch your hair in an upward motion to enhance your natural curl pattern. You’ll love Nº.10 because it works well with other styling and moisturizing products, provides heat protection, adds shine, prevents frizz, and re-links disulfide bonds for a more defined, repaired curl shape and structure.

3. Start Diffusing

It’s time to dry your hair with your diffuser. Here’s how you should use your diffuser:

• Keep your hair dryer on low heat and low-medium air pressure to prevent heat damage and frizz.
• Start by diffusing the root area first, making your way down to the ends. The root and midshaft areas will likely take longer to dry.
• Take a section of your hair and place it into the diffuser. You can use your fingers to place your curls or waves inside the diffuser, but don’t use a comb or brush. Once one section starts to feel dry, move on to the next section of hair.
• For extra volume, flip your head upside down while diffusing your roots and tilt your head from side to side to create even volume throughout.
• Stop diffusing your hair once it’s about 80% dry. Letting your hair air dry the rest of the way will help keep your curls or waves bouncy.
  

If you struggle with blow-drying your wavy or curly hair, a diffuser might be the answer. Your curls will appear bouncier and less frizzy when you use a diffuser. Head to the OLAPLEX Blog for other curly-hair techniques (like plopping), and explore more OLAPLEX products that support your curls.

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• Understanding your hair type and texture can help you choose the right products and treatments to elevate your hair.
• Hair type refers to the curl pattern of your hair, while hair texture refers to the thickness of each hair strand.
• The four main hair types are straight, wavy, curly, and coily.
• The three main hair textures are fine, medium, and thick.

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• What’s the Difference between Hair Type and Texture?
• What Are the Four Different Hair Types?
• Type 1 Hair: Straight
• Type 2 Hair: Wavy
• Type 3 Hair: Curly
• Type 4 Hair: Coiled
• What Is Hair Texture?
• Fine
• Medium
• Thick (Coarse)
• Hair Type and Texture Concerns
• Dry Hair
• Oily Hair
• Brassy Blondes
• Damaged Bonds
• Lack of Curl Definition

How to Determine Your Hair Type and Texture

For haircare to deliver great results, specificity is key. Knowing your hair type and texture will narrow down and determine the right products and treatments to help elevate your hair. The world of hair types and textures is quite complex, with several variants to determine your unique texture, appearance, and feel. Your hair type could be dry, thick, curly, and 3a all at once. If you want to learn more, keep reading for the complete guide to determining your hair type and texture.

What’s the Difference between Hair Type versus Texture?

The terms “hair type” and “hair texture” are often used interchangeably, but they actually mean two different things:

• Hair type refers to the natural curl pattern of your hair.
• Hair texture refers to the thickness of each individual hair strand.

For example, someone’s hair type might be type 2a wavy, but their hair texture could be medium.

What Are the Four Different Hair Types?

There are four different hair types. Each number represents a specific hair type: 

• Type 1 for straight hair 
• Type 2 for wavy hair
• Type 3 for curly hair
• Type 4 for coily hair

Within these hair types are subtypes (A, B, and C) that specify your hair pattern even further. Use this chart from Mind Body Green to help you find out your hair type:

Use this detailed breakdown to help you determine your hair type and create a haircare routine that’s tailored to you.

Type 1 Hair (Straight)

If you have straight hair with no bends or waves, then you have type 1 hair.

Type 1a

If you have pin-straight hair, you probably have type 1a hair. Type 1a hair is the straightest hair type, and it’s often smooth and shiny.

Type 1b

Type 1b hair is still straight, but upon close inspection, you may notice a slight bend or wave in it.

Type 1c

Type 1c hair has a little bit more body and waviness to it than 1b or 1a hair. Type 1c hair is almost wavy, but not quite.

Type 2 Hair (Wavy)

If you have wavy hair, you likely have type 2 hair. However, your waviness will vary depending on your hair subtype.

Type 2a

Type 2a hair is characterized by its loose, beachy waves. Typically, those with type 2a hair may start to see their waves begin a few inches from their roots.

Type 2b

Type 2b hair tends to have an elongated “S”-shaped wave pattern. The wave pattern in type 2b hair is much more noticeable than in type 2a hair.

Type 2c

Those with type 2c hair have more voluminous “S”-shaped waves. Type 2c waves tend to start at your roots, all the way down to the ends of your hair.

Type 3 Hair (Curly)

If your hair has bouncy ringlets or spirals, you may have type 3 hair. The tightness of type 3 curls can vary.

Type 3a

Type 3a curls typically have a loop-shaped pattern and are about as wide as a quarter.

Type 3b

Type 3b curls are defined ringlets around the size of a penny. These curls are much more defined than type 3a curls.

Type 3c

Type 3c curls have a spiral shape and are about the circumference of a pencil. If you have type 3c hair, your curls are much tighter and more defined than type 3a or 3b hair.

Type 4 Hair (Coiled)

Type 4 hair is also referred to as coily hair. It’s known for its extremely tight curls, which give it plenty of volume.

Type 4a

Type 4a curls have a visible looped-shaped pattern and are about the circumference of a crochet needle.

Type 4b

Type 4b curls have more of an angular zig-zag shape. These curls are much tighter and smaller in circumference than type 4a coils.

Type 4c

Type 4c hair is known for its super tight zig-zag spirals. The zig-zag pattern may even be difficult to see at first.

What Are the Three Different Hair Textures?

You’ve seen the shampoos and conditioners labeled “for fine hair” and the like, but have you wondered which you are? Some may presume curly or coily hair types have the thickest hair texture, but the truth is that these three textures—fine, medium, and thick—can apply to any hair type. The texture of your hair is the diameter of a single strand of hair. Use the hair texture chart below to help you determine your hair texture:

Fine Hair Texture

Fine hair is the most fragile texture. It’s easy to blow out and straighten, but doesn’t hold a style well, tangles easily, and is more susceptible to damage and breakage. It is also incredibly soft and silky! Not sure if you have fine hair? Take a strand of hair and rub it between your fingers. If you can barely feel the strand of hair, you likely have fine hair texture. When styling, it's important to apply products that help with volume, due to the structure of fine hair texture types, it tends to go flat. For fine hair textures, less product is more! Start with pea-sized amounts, then work your way up (if needed) to avoid build-up and greasiness.

Wondering what shampoo and conditioner products to use for fine hair? Use those specifically formulated for the needs of fine hair texture, like Nº.4FINE Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Conditioner. Together, they provide an optimal balance of repair, weightless hydration, and healthy body and volume.

Medium Hair Texture

Medium hair is often confused with thick hair because it populates the scalp densely. It is versatile and can be styled in a variety of ways. It is also referred to as ‘normal’ hair on styling products to convey its popularity as the most common texture. If you take a strand of your hair between your fingertips and can feel it but it doesn’t feel coarse, you likely have a medium hair texture. Like fine hair, less is more when it comes to styling it. Start with a pea-sized amount of product while styling your medium hair, then work your way up to avoid unsightly build-up.

Thick (Coarse) Hair Texture

Thick hair is the most resilient hair texture. It holds a style impeccably, tolerates heat and various treatments the most, and is overall less susceptible to breakage than fine or medium hair. However, it tends to get dryer than other textures. Thick hair is referred to as ‘coarse’ hair because of its thickness per strand of hair; it often looks like people with thick hair have more hair. Unsure if you have thick hair? Rub a strand of hair between your fingertips. If it feels thick, strong, or coarse, you have a thick hair texture. This hair texture can handle more products in the hair without the risk of it weighing down easily and can handle more heat without breakage.

Hair Type and Texture Concerns

Everyone's hair type and texture has unique concerns based on hair history, climate, and lifestyle. The primary concerns are dryness, oiliness, brassiness, and compromised hair. For those with curly hair types, a lack of curl definition is a common issue. Your hair type could fall into a couple of different concern categories, such as color-treated and dry. Here are a few common hair concerns with our product recommendations:

Dry Hair

If your hair is dry, try OLAPLEX® products that provide moisture, like Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner, Nº.6 Bond Smoother®, and Rich Hydration Mask.

Oily Hair

Is your hair oily? First, cleanse with Nº.4C Bond Maintenance® Clarifying Shampoo to remove excess oil and build-up. Then, restore weightless moisture with the Weightless Nourishing Mask. From there, keep greasy roots away with Nº.4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo.

Brassy Blondes

If you want to maintain your blonde hair and steer clear of brassiness, Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo and Nº.5P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Conditioner are for you.

Damaged Bonds

For any hair type, bond-building is essential, especially for hair that is color-treated and compromised. For healthier hair, strengthen bonds with OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology™ using OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment. Identifying your hair type, texture, and concerns brings you closer to healthy, thriving hair because you can specifically address it and eliminate the bulk of trial and error. It may also help you understand any lifestyle and routine choices that affect your hair’s integrity. 

Lack of Curl Definition

Those with curly hair know that their curl pattern can change frequently depending on factors like humidity, product buildup, or even their sleeping habits. Luckily, OLAPLEX has many different options for curl support. When you wash your hair, use a shampoo that’s made specifically for wavy, curly, or coily hair types, like Nº.4 CURL Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Shampoo. This moisturizing shampoo gently cleanses, smooths frizz, and boosts curl definition. To deeply nourish your curls, follow with Nº.5 CURL Bond Shaper™ Hydrating Curl Conditioner. This conditioner smooths frizz while detangling and enhancing curls. Like No.4 CURL, this conditioner is also perfect for wavy, curly, or coily hair. 

To get a personalized haircare routine, take our Hair Quiz today to find the best products for your hair type and texture.

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1. https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/types-of-hair
2. https://www.allure.com/gallery/curl-hair-type-guide

If you want the most intensive bond repair, choose the Stand‑Alone Treatment; if you want deep conditioning with bond‑building support in one salon service, the 4‑IN‑1 moisture mask is designed for that. Both approaches address damage and dryness, so the real question is how intensely you need to repair and moisturize your hair. OLAPLEX Stand‑Alone Treatment and OLAPLEX 4‑IN‑1 moisture mask have changed salon services by bringing bond‑rebuilding science into professional treatments. With OLAPLEX’s patented formula to rebuild the hair’s internal structure, and now to moisturize it, we aim to break down our two professional treatments.

• Platinum blonde hair requires intentional, bond-focused care. Lightening compromises hair’s internal bonds, making consistent bond repair and hydration essential for maintaining strength, softness, and shine.
• Weekly repair with Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment supports long-term hair health. This advanced at-home treatment helps repair damage past, present, and future in just 3 minutes, reinforcing hair between salon visits.
• Tone, moisture, and maintenance work together. Using purple shampoo and conditioner, hydrating treatments, and scheduling regular root and gloss appointments helps preserve both the integrity and brightness of platinum blonde hair.

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• How to Go Platinum Blonde Safely
• Weekly Bond Repair with Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment
• How to use:
• Hydrating and Conditioning Platinum Hair
• Conditioner
• Hair Masks
• Aftercare
• Maintain Tone with Purple Shampoo and Conditioner
• Root Touch-Ups and Gloss Appointments
• Platinum Hair, Strengthened for Long Term Health

Platinum Blonde Maintenance 101

Platinum blonde hair is striking, modern, and bold. Many want to go platinum at some point in their lives until they realize it requires a very high level of care, but that shouldn’t stop you from achieving your dream look. Whether you’re already platinum or considering the transformation, understanding how to maintain platinum blonde hair is essential to keeping it strong, hydrated, and luminous.

Lightening the hair to platinum means removing the pigment, which compromises the hair’s internal bonds, making it more prone to dryness, breakage, and brassiness. With the right routine, and a little bit of OLAPLEX® Bond Building Technology™, platinum blonde can look and feel healthy at every stage. 

How to Go Platinum Blonde Safely

Going platinum takes time, and it’s not a one-size-fits-all process. Hair history, natural color, and current condition of the hair in determining what’s possible in terms of lightening, and how quickly you can get there.

Start with a professional consultation where a trusted stylist can assess your hair’s integrity and create a customized plan that prioritizes hair health over the quickness at which you’re lightening. In some cases, platinum can be achieved in one session, for others, multiple sessions are safer and more effective. 

Bond building during the lightening process is non-negotiable. OLAPLEX professional treatments help to protect and rebuild bonds before, during, and after chemical services, helping maintain hair health throughout the lightening process. 

Weekly Bond Repair with Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment

After lightening, platinum hair needs consistent bond repair to maintain strength and resilience. 

OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is the next evolution of OLAPLEX’s cult-favorite at-home treatment, the Nº.3 Hair Perfector and was created to repair damage past, present, and future, delivering stronger, healthier hair in just 3 minutes.

How to use:

1. Wet hair in the shower and squeeze out excess water so that the hair is damp. 
2. Apply a generous amount of N º.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment and work through from mid-lengths to ends.
3. Leave on for 3 minutes. 
4. Rinse, shampoo, and condition!

You can use this weekly, or even up to 3 times per week for compromised hair, to help restore strength, smoothness, and shine while defending against the breakage that comes with lightening.

Hydrating and Conditioning Platinum Hair

One of the most common side effects of platinum blonde hair is moisture loss, so keeping the hair hydrated is critical for maintaining softness and manageability. In this case, it’s best to use formulas that are ultra-hydrating and designed to repair your hair from the inside out.

Maintain Tone with Purple Shampoo and Conditioner

Because the bleach lifts your natural color, revealing the warm pigments underneath, brassiness is inevitable with platinum hair. But it’s also manageable!

Incorporate OLAPLEX Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo and Nº.5P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Conditioner into your routine to help neutralize yellow tones while maintaining hydration and strength.

Use as needed based on your desire of tone, alternating with a color-safe shampoo and conditioner like Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner to avoid over-toning.

Hair Masks

When you want a little extra hydration between treatments, a mask is a great solution. The Rich Hydration Mask is best for more dry or coarse hair types, meant to deeply moisturize and soften the hair, while the Weightless Nourishing Mask is ideal for fine hair or those seeking lightweight hydration that will hydrate and detangle without weighing the hair down.

Aftercare

Using Nº.6 Bond Smoother® as a styling cream helps to smooth, hydrate, and reduce breakage on platinum hair, while also protecting against external damaging factors.

Finish off with the famous OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ to add shine, softness, and heat protection, which is crucial to maintaining platinum hair health.

Root Touch-Ups and Gloss Appointments

Platinum blonde is a high-maintenance color that requires consistent care and multiple appointments for upkeep. 

• Root touch-ups are typically recommended every 4–6 weeks to prevent banding and minimize corrective color.
• Gloss or toner appointments help refresh tone as environmental factors like heat, sun exposure, and water, which can all contribute to fading.

Maintaining a strong at home routine between appointments helps to preserve not only hair integrity, but also color, allowing you to go longer without touching up your hair.

Platinum Hair, Strengthened for Long Term Health

Platinum blonde and healthy hair were historically not considered mutually exclusive, but with the right care and advanced treatments like Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment, platinum hair can look stronger, smoother, and healthier than ever.

By pairing professional services with consistent at-home care, you can enjoy platinum blonde hair that’s as resilient as it is radiant. If you’re think about making the jump, be sure you’re prepared with all of the necessary color brightening essentials. 

• Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nᴼ.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner are the foundation of a healthy hair routine, delivering daily cleansing, conditioning, hydration, and strength for all hair types.
• For best results, layer Nᴼ.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment as a pre-shampoo treatment to repair and strengthen hair from the inside out, then maintain those results with Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nᴼ.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner.
• Customize your routine with a hair mask like the Rich Hydration or Weightless Nourishing based on your hair type to support moisture, manageability, and long-term hair health.

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• Step-by-Step: How to Use
  • Step 1 (optional): Pre-Shampoo Treatment
  • Step 2: Cleanse
  • Step 3: Condition
• The Importance of a Pre-Shampoo Treatment
• Can You Use OLAPLEX N ᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and N ᴼ.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner Without N ᴼ.3PLUS?
• How to Add a Hair Mask into the Rotation
  • Rich Hydration Mask
  • Weightless Nourishing Mask
  • How Often Should You Use It?
• Healthy Hair Starts with Every Wash

How to Use OLAPLEX® Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo + Nᴼ.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner

OLAPLEX Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nᴼ.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner are daily essentials designed to repair damage, strengthen hair, and restore hydration without weighing the hair down. Formulated with patented OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology™, they support strong, healthy hair with every wash.

Both products are color-safe, SLS/SLES free, paraben-free, and vegan, making them suitable for all hair types and textures.

Step-by-Step: How to Use

Whether you’re new to OLAPLEX or simply updating your routine, Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nᴼ.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner are designed to work together for hydration. Here’s how to use them for the best results:

Step 1 (optional): Pre-Shampoo Treatment

Strengthening and repairing the hair from the inside out allows for the rest of the routine to work to its fullest potential. For deeper repair in just 3 minutes, use OLAPLEX Nᴼ.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment 1-3 times per week before shampooing on damp hair.

Step 2: Cleanse

For medium to thick hair, apply OLAPLEX Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo to wet hair and massage into the scalp, working through to the ends before rinsing. The richly lathering formula gently yet thoroughly cleanses without stripping or drying to maintain hydrated hair and scalp.

If you have a finer hair texture, theN°.4Fine Bond Maintenance® Shampoo is recommended. Much like OLAPLEX Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo, it gently cleanses without stripping or drying the hair but is formulated with an ultra-light volumizing shampoo for fine hair is clinically proven to strengthen, repair, and prevent future damage from everyday elements, styling, or salon services.

Step 3: Condition

After rinsing out the shampoo, apply Nᴼ.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to your mid-lengths and ends. Leave on for 1-3 minutes, depending on how dehydrated your hair feels, and rinse well. This concentrated and color-safe conditioner has been proven to reduce breakage and nourish hair, leaving it smoother, shinier, and more manageable with every wash.

Or, for fine hair, use the N°.5Fine Bond Maintenance® Conditioner, which detangles and smooths the hair without weighing it down, and instead building lasting body, volume, and bounce.

With these three steps combined, you’ve created an unstoppable haircare routine.

The Importance of a Pre-Treatment

The OLAPLEX Nᴼ.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is the next level formula replacement for the iconic Nᴼ.3 Hair Perfector®.

Using OLAPLEX Nᴼ.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment 1-3 times per week as a pre-shampoo treatment helps to repair damage from the past, present, and future. It works internally and externally to strengthen hair, smooth cuticles, and improve overall hair health, making it an important step to a regular weekly routine.

Can You Use OLAPLEX Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nᴼ.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner Without Nᴼ.3PLUS?

Yes, you can absolutely use OLAPLEX Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nᴼ.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner on their own for cleansing, conditioning, and daily hair maintenance. However, the best results come from layering. It’s best to repair and fortify the hair in addition to daily maintenance, protection, and extended repair.

Think of OLAPLEX Nᴼ.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment as the occasional step, with Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nᴼ.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner as your daily support system.

How to Add a Hair Mask into the Rotation

To further customize your routine, incorporate either the Rich Hydration Mask or Weightless Nourishing Mask, depending on your hair type and moisture needs. Hair masks can be used in place of conditioner to deliver targeted hydration and nourishment without disrupting your routine.

Rich Hydration Mask

The Rich Hydration Mask is best for drier or coarser hair types. Leave on for 5-10 minutes after shampooing with OLAPLEX Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® to deeply moisturize and soften the hair.

Weightless Nourishing Mask

The Weightless Nourishing Mask is ideal for fine hair or those seeking lightweight hydration. Apply the mask after shampooing to hydrate and detangle without weighing the hair down, leaving on for 5-10 minutes before rinsing.

How Often Should You Use It?

Using a hair mask 1-2 times per week is the perfect way to keep your hair healthy and moisturized. On mask days, replace Nᴼ.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner, opting for the mask instead. On non-mask days, use Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nᴼ.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to maintain daily repair and hydration.

Healthy Hair Starts With Every Wash

When proper haircare is used consistently, it can help maintain, repair, and protect your hair between treatments, and support healthier-looking hair for all hair types.

When used in tandem with OLAPLEX Nᴼ.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment and a good hair mask, the hair is preserved and repair is extended, keeping it healthy, manageable, and resilient over time.

Learn more about how to set your own hair goals and figure out your full haircare routine.

• OLAPLEX only works on 100% human-hair extensions because synthetic hair contains no natural bonds for OLAPLEX to repair.
• Care for your extensions by washing gently, avoiding product near attachment points, and replacing extensions when signs of wear appear.
• A structured care routine keeps human-hair extensions strong, smooth, and long-lasting.

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• Why OLAPLEX Works on Human-Hair Extensions
• Tips to Wash and Care for Hair Extensions with OLAPLEX
• How OLAPLEX Helps Extend the Life of Extensions
• The Ultimate OLAPLEX Extension Care Routine

How to Use OLAPLEX on Hair Extensions

Hair extensions can be a confidence boost and a style enhancer, and if properly cared for, an investment worth protecting. Whether you wear them for fullness, length, or to enjoy a new texture, proper care is essential for keeping them looking healthy and beautiful. OLAPLEX can play a key role in that routine, but only for 100% human-hair extensions.

Why OLAPLEX Works on Human-Hair Extensions

OLAPLEX’s patented technology repairs hair by rebuilding broken disulfide bonds inside the hair shaft. These bonds exist naturally in human hair, but not in synthetic fibers, which are plastic-based and lack the natural bonds that OLAPLEX can repair.

Not sure which type of extensions you have? Check product packaging or ask your stylist.

Tips for Taking Care of Hair Extensions with OLAPLEX

Proper maintenance keeps extensions smooth, soft, and tangle-free. This is especially important because they don’t receive natural scalp oils. If you’re wondering how to take care of hair extensions, read on.

Wash Gently

Wondering how to clean hair extensions? Use a highly-concentrated shampoo like OLAPLEX Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo that’s proven to reduce breakage and nourish hair. It reduces breakage while thoroughly cleansing without stripping or drying, leaving your extensions looking their best. Here are some tips for using Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo® to wash your extensions.

• Detangle your extensions before cleansing.
• Support the point of contact for your extensions (bonds, wefts, etc) while shampooing.
• Always wash in a downward motion to prevent matting.
• Choose lukewarm water to maintain softness.

Condition with Care

Avoid applying conditioner, oils, or heavy leave-ins near attachment points. Moisture at the root area can cause:

• Slippage
• Shedding
• Premature removal

Keep conditioning focused on mid-lengths and ends and use a conditioner like OLAPLEX Nᴼ.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner. It conditions and hydrates while reducing breakage and improving manageability.

Protect from Heat

Extensions are often more delicate than natural hair.

When taking care of hair extensions:

• Use a heat protectant every time.
• Avoid high temperatures on or near bonds.
• Air-dry or diffuse curly extensions when possible.

Show your extensions some love by using a heat protectant like OLAPLEX Nᴼ.7 Bonding Oil™  . Not only does it offer heat protection up to 450°F/232 °C, but it also provides frizz control and humidity resistance for up to 72 hours, along with a 77% reduction in breakage. Because the last thing you need are fried, frizzy extensions with breakage.

Know When It’s Time to Replace Extensions

Signs your extensions need to be refreshed or replaced include:

• Persistent tangling or matting
• Dryness that returns right after conditioning
• Thinning or shedding
• A curl pattern that won’t revive (for curly extensions)
• A rough texture that treatments no longer repair

How long do hair extensions last? The life of your extensions depends on how well they’re cared for and how they’re installed.

How OLAPLEX Helps Extend the Life of Extensions

Even premium human-hair extensions may experience color processing, heat exposure, and environmental wear. Try OLAPLEX for hair extensions to help:

• Repair and rebuild internal hair bonds
• Smooth frizz and manage dryness
• Restore shine and softness
• Reinforce curl definition for curly extensions
• Extend the lifespan of extension hair

Whether used at home or in the salon, OLAPLEX’s bond-building system keeps hair extensions looking their best.

The Ultimate OLAPLEX Extension Care Routine

A simple, consistent routine makes all the difference in the longevity and healthly look of your extensions. Here’s how to use OLAPLEX effectively at home and when visiting your stylist.

Daily Routine

Maintain softness, control frizz, and brush your hair daily to prevent matting and damage.

• Use OLAPLEX Nᴼ.7 Bonding Oil™ to seal in shine and reduce frizz.
• Gently detangle with a wide-tooth comb or loop brush designed for extensions
• Brush your hair in sections and work from the bottom up

Another important part of caring for extensions is how you wear your hair while you’re sleeping. If you leave your hair loose overnight, it can get tangled while you move around in your sleep and eventually lead to breakage. Instead, braid your hair or pull it into a low ponytail or bun. Swap your normal pillowcase out for one that’s satin to reduce friction and moisture loss.

Weekly Routine

Washing your hair 1-2 times per week will keep any adhesive bonds from over-drying or loosening.

• Use a pre-wash treatment like OLAPLEX N ᴼ.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment to rebuild all 3 types of hair bonds and reduce future breakage.
• Wash and condition with products designed to leave your hair (and extensions) nourished and with less breakage, like N ᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and N ᴼ.5 Bond® Maintenance Conditioner.
• When cleansing, massage the scalp and not the wefts.
• Pat your hair dry with a towel afterwards, avoiding rough rubbing.

A great addition to your hair care routine is using a hair mask once a week in place of your normal conditioner to deeply condition and prevent breakage. If your hair is fine, try the Weightless Nourishing Mask; if your hair is coarse or very dry, add the Rich Hydration Mask to your care program. If you’re unsure about your hair type and texture, learn how to tell with our informational article.

Monthly Routine

Maintaining a schedule for your extensions ensures that you have fewer long-term issues and that your extensions look their best. 

• Talk to your stylist about follow-up appointments for your extensions like re-taping and weft adjustments. The frequency may depend on the attachment style used and how fast your hair grows.
• The way you care for your hair changes with the season, and this holds true for extensions. Read these year-round hair protection tips for your natural hair and your extensions.

Care for the Health of Hair Extensions with OLAPLEX

Human-hair extensions can stay gorgeous longer with the right mix of gentle care and bond-building support. OLAPLEX works deep inside the fiber to keep extension hair soft, shiny, strong, and manageable, while proper washing, detangling, and heat protection preserve its lifespan.

With a simple, consistent routine, your extensions will look and feel their best.

Sources

1. https://www.lacylocks.com/latest-news/2024/08/how-long-do-hair-extensions-last
2. https://www.harperellishair.com/blogs/the-blog/how-long-do-hair-extensions-last
3. https://www.harperellishair.com/blogs/the-blog/breaking-down-hair-extension-maintenance-for-clients
4. https://www.bebonia.com/blogs/blog/curly-extension-care-everything-you-need-to-know
5. https://www.perfectlocks.com/blogs/all-tressed-up/what-you-should-know-about-coloring-your-hair-extensions

• Heat styling can weaken hair over time, but using the right techniques and heat-protective products helps reduce damage across all hair types.
• Repairing hair regularly with OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment strengthens bonds and supports healthier hair before and after heat styling.
• Tailoring heat styling methods to your hair type (straight, wavy, or curly) helps minimize breakage while maintaining your desired style.

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• Why Does Thermal Styling Damage Hair?
• Prep with Heat Styling Hair Products
• Heat Styling Tips for Straight Hair
  • Blow Drying Straight Hair
  • Curling Straight Hair
• Heat Styling Tips for Wavy Hair
  • Blow Drying Wavy Hair
  • Straightening Wavy Hair
• Heat Styling Tips for Curly Hair
  • Blow Drying Curly Hair
  • Straightening Curly Hair
• Style Your Hair Without the Damage

Heat Styling Tips for Different Hair Types

Heat styling tools like flat irons, curling wands, and blow dryers can help you achieve sleek, smooth, or voluminous styles, but the frequent thermal styling can weaken hair over time. Whether your hair is straight, wavy, or curly, using the right techniques and repair-focused products can help protect hair from heat damage and maintain long-term hair health.

Why Does Thermal Styling Damage Hair?

Heat styling can damage hair by weakening the cuticle and breaking down the protein bonds that give hair strength and structure. Over time, excessive heat can cause dryness, brittleness, breakage, and dullness, especially without proper heat protection and repair.

How often you can safely heat style depends on your hair type, current damage level, and the products you use. If you have very damaged hair, you might want to limit heat styling whenever possible; however, all hair types benefit from spacing out thermal styling and using bond-repair treatments regularly.

Prep with Heat Styling Hair Products

Protecting hair from heat damage starts before you ever turn on a styling tool. Repeated exposure to high temperatures can weaken the hair’s cuticle and internal bonds, leading to dryness, breakage, and dullness over time. Building a routine that focuses on repair, protection, and prevention helps to keep the hair strong and resilient.

Use treatments like OLAPLEX® Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment weekly to repair past thermal damage, reinforce hair strength, and support long-term hair health. As the new formulation of the iconic Nº.3 Hair Perfector®, Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is designed for fast, in-shower use that addresses damage from past styling while strengthening hair against future stress.

Another fantastic way to protect hair from damage is to use a heat-protecting serum before using hot tools. Applying OLAPLEX Nº.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum to damp or dry hair before blow-drying, curling, or straightening provides protection from heat up to 450ºF/232ºC while also helping reduce static, tangles, and environmental stress. Always avoid using heat on wet hair, and when possible, choose the lowest effective heat setting to minimize damage.

Heat Styling Tips for Straight Hair

While straight hair may appear smooth, it can also be prone to heat damage, especially when styled frequently for volume or curling.

Blow Drying Hair for Body and Bouncer

For a healthier-looking blowout, prep the hair with OLAPLEX Volumizing Blow Dry Mist, which adds lightweight body and bounce without the stiffness. Blow-dry using a round brush to lift the roots or flip the hair upside down to create natural volume while minimizing repeated hair exposure. Do you need another tip for a smooth blowout? Use OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™.

Curling Straight Hair

If you’re using a curling wand or iron, always be sure to start with completely dry hair, as damp strands are more vulnerable to heat damage. Check your styling tools to ensure they have adjustable heat settings and keep temperatures as low as possible while still achieving your desired style. After curling, allow the hair to cool fully before brushing to help the curls set and reduce unnecessary heat stress.

Heat Styling Tips for Wavy Hair

Wavy hair benefits more from techniques that enhance natural texture while also limiting or lowering excessive heat exposure.

Blow Drying Wavy Hair

To maintain a healthy wave pattern, attach a diffuser to your blow-dryer and work in smaller sections rather than blow-drying your hair all at once. Blow dry on medium heat, medium speed, and avoid touching the hair during the drying process. If you follow this method, you can dry to 100% dry and will not get heat damage or frizz and the curl will be set.

Straightening Wavy Hair

When straightening wavy hair, start by detangling thoroughly so heat can glide evenly through each section. Work in small sections and avoid too many repeated passes with a flat iron. Before styling, apply OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ to help protect from heat and smooth frizz. Adding OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ after styling also adds an extra boost of shine and smoothness.

Heat Styling Tips for Curly Hair

Curly hair types are more prone to dryness, making heat protection especially important.

Blow Drying Curly Hair

Before blow-drying, remove excess water by gently squeezing the hair. Use medium to low heat settings with low air flow, and attach a diffuser to help preserve curl shape or gently form curls with fingers as needed. Limit touching hair with hands to prevent frizz. Focus the diffuser near the roots for volume and stop drying when the hair is mostly dry to prevent frizz and overexposure to heat. If you find that your hair is prone to breakage, it may be beneficial to do a hair mask once a week. The Rich Hydration Mask seals the cuticles to hydrate medium to coarse hair, making routine blow drying more effortless.

Straightening Curly Hair

To safely straighten curls, begin by gently detangling the hair with a wide-tooth comb and blow-dry in small sections with a round brush using moderate heat before flat-ironing. Using a boar bristle brush maintains hair health and controls the temperature from being too hot. Blow drying the hair smooth reduces the need for flat iron heat. Finish with OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ to smooth flyaways, enhance shine, and help protect hair from environmental stressors.

Style Your Hair Without the Damage

Heat styling doesn’t have to mean sacrificing your hair health; you can have great hair that’s healthy from the inside out. Pairing smart styling habits with bond-building care like OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment helps you repair your hair’s foundation, so you can achieve the looks you love and still minimize damage over time.

Take the Hair Quiz to get a personalized routine for your healthiest hair.

• OLAPLEX Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo is a one-stop solution that helps reduce breakage, strengthen hair, and gently cleanse without stripping away moisture. It also smooths, nourishes, and detangles for healthier-looking hair.
• Its formula includes OLAPLEX’s patented Bond Building Technology™, which helps protect and repair hair bonds on a molecular level. It’s also packed with hydrating and softening ingredients like glycerin, sunflower seed oil, banana extract, and panthenol for added shine, softness, and frizz control.
• For best results, pair it with Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment before shampooing to help restore hair health from past damage and defend against future breakage. Use a small, coin-sized amount of Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo, then follow with N°.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner for stronger, more manageable hair.

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• What’s in Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo?
• How to Use Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo

All About OLAPLEX Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo & How it Works

You may know OLAPLEX Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo rebuilds the bonds in the hair while cleansing, but do you know about its other rockstar benefits and properties? Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo is a one-stop shop for almost any hair concern and works to:

• Reduce breakage
• Strengthen hair
• Gently cleanse without stripping moisture 
• Smooth, nourish, and detangle hair

What’s in Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo?

The ingredients in a single bottle of Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo makes the shampoo a one-stop shop for well-rounded, healthy hair, starting with OLAPLEX’s patented Bond Building Technology™. OLAPLEX developed and patented Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate, which became the first ingredient of its kind in the bond builder category. This innovative ingredient protects, nourishes, and restructures hair internally by repairing bonds on a molecular level. To soften, nourish, and moisturize hair, this shampoo contains ingredients like: 

• Coconut oil-derived surfactants: Provides an easy lather that leaves the scalp and hair feeling hydrated. 
• Glycerin: This ingredient comes from plant oils and pulls moisture from the air into the hair, improving hydration and softness. 
• Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil: This emollient adds shine, reduces moisture loss, and smooths the hair.
• Musa sapientum (banana) fruit extract: Boosts moisture retention to condition and soften hair.
• Prunus armeniaca (apricot) kernel oil: This lightweight emollient adds softness without heavy buildup.
• Pseudozyma Epicola/Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil Ferment Filtrate (fermented argan oil): Tames and smooths frizz and flyaways. Why is it fermented? Fermenting the oil lowers the pH level which helps close cuticles helping them to lay flat. Fermented oils contain more potent vitamins and nutrients and have better absorption rates compared to non-fermented oils.
• Panthenol (Vitamin B-5): Penetrates the hair shaft to help hair feel thicker and improve elasticity.

How to Use Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo

To make the most of your shower, start with a pre-shampoo treatment like Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment. With patented Bond Building Technology™ and Damage-Defense Cationic Complex, Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment repairs all 3 broken bonds and restores healthy-looking, resilient hair. This formula addresses hair health throughout its lifecycle: 

• Past: repairs all types of damage for 3x stronger and softer hair in 3 minutes
• Present: Immediately revives all 5 key signs of hair health: strength, smoothness, softness, shine/sheen, and shape
• Future: Defends against damage, split ends, and breakage

To use Nᴼ.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment:

1. Squeeze out excess water from your hair in the shower. 
2. Apply a generous amount from mid-lengths to ends.
3. Leave on for 3 minutes, then rinse from hair. 
4. Shampoo and condition your hair as usual. Use Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment every 1-3 washes.

Now it’s time for Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo. To use this shampoo: 

1. Dispense a coin-sized amount and apply to wet hair.  
2. Lather thoroughly and rinse well. 
3. Follow with N°.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to reduce breakage, strengthen hair, improve manageability, and boost shine. 

A little bit of Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo goes a long way. Explore more OLAPLEX shampoos and conditioners, or take the Hair Quiz for a personalized bond-building routine.

Sources

1. https://www.verywellhealth.com/coconut-oil-for-your-hair-4171883 
2. https://www.healthline.com/health/glycerin-for-hair 
3. https://www.instyle.com/sunflower-seed-oil-for-hair-11786951  
4. https://www.specialchem.com/cosmetics/inci-ingredients/musa-sapientum-fruit-extract
5. https://www.specialchem.com/cosmetics/inci-ingredients/prunus-armeniaca-kernel-oil  
6. https://www.specialchem.com/cosmetics/inci-ingredients/argania-spinosa-kernel-oil 
7. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40905518/
   

• Healthy hair starts with strong hair bonds. Daily stressors like heat, color, and environmental damage can weaken hair bonds, leading to dryness, frizz, and breakage.
• Using a complete OLAPLEX bond repair treatment helps repair broken hair bonds at a molecular level while strengthening and protecting hair from future damage.
• Consistency creates long-term results. Follow this simple 4-step routine to support stronger, smoother, and shinier hair.

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• Step 1: Start Repairing Hair Bonds in the Shower with Nᵒ.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment
• Step 2: Shampoo and Condition with Nᵒ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nᵒ.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner
• Step 3: Protect and Strengthen with Nᵒ.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum and Nᵒ.6 Bond Smoother®
• Step 4: Finish with OLAPLEX Nᵒ.7 Bonding Oil™  for Added Shine and Heat Protection
• One System. Year-Round Protection.

The Bond Repair Treatment Routine for Stronger, Healthier Hair

Healthier hair begins with strong hair bonds. These bonds give your hair strength, structure, and stability, and are important for contributing to the shape and texture of your hair. But when these bonds break, your hair can appear dry, brittle, or frizzy.

While everything from bleach and dyes to sunlight and brushing can cause hair damage, repairing hair bonds is easy with the right haircare products.  

Powered by Bond Building Technology®, this 4-step OLAPLEX treatment routine repairs broken hair bonds on a molecular level for stronger, healthier hair. So, whether your hair is exposed to heat, color, seasonal stressors, or daily styling, you can enjoy maximum results with minimal effort. 

Step 1: Start Repairing Hair Bonds in the Shower with Nᵒ.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment

The best bond protection begins before you shampoo. Nᵒ.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is a pre-shampoo treatment that strengthens hair from the inside out in just 3 minutes.

Nᵒ.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment works on both the cortex and the cuticle to repair all three types of hair bonds while delivering immediate softness and foundational hair health.

It’s also safe to use on all hair types. From curly to straight, color-treated to virgin strands, Nᵒ.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment repairs, protects, and prevents future hair damage. 

How to Use No.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment:

1. Before shampooing, wet hair and squeeze out excess water.
2. Apply Nᵒ.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment to hair, focusing on mid-lengths to ends.
3. Leave on for 3 minutes.
4. Rinse, shampoo, and condition as usual*.

Repeat every 1-3 washes.

*For best results, use Nᵒ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nᵒ.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner.

Step 2: Shampoo and Condition with Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner:

When it’s time to cleanse your hair, reach for Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner. This OLAPLEX duo is clinically proven to reduce breakage and leave hair smoother, more conditioned, and easier to detangle. Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo is a highly moisturizing shampoo that nourishes, strengthens, and repairs, while Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner is a highly moisturizing conditioner that hydrates, repairs, and strengthens.

How to Use Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner:

1. Dispense Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and emulsify in hands. 
2. Apply to wet hair. 
3. Lather thoroughly and rinse well. 
4. Dispense Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner and apply to mid-lengths and ends.
5. Leave on for 1-3 minutes. 
6. Rinse well.

Step 3: Protect and Strengthen with Nº.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum and Nº.6 Bond Smoother®

After cleansing your hair, the next step is all about protecting and strengthening it. Nº.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum is the base of your hair styling routine. This ultra-lightweight, heat-protective serum acts as a daily shield against environmental stressors that weaken hair bonds over time. It also reduces tangles and static, all while giving your hair a healthy satin shine.

How to Use Nº.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum:

1. Apply a small amount to clean, damp hair, working upwards from ends to roots.
2. Style as usual. Air-dry for a soft texture. Blow-dry for a smooth finish. Diffuse for defined waves or curls.

Next, reach for Nº.6 Bond Smoother®, a leave-in styling cream that tames frizzy hair for up to 72 hours. This humidity-resistant formula also protects against breakage and heat, and creates a smoother, softer texture—especially for those with wavy or curly hair. Nº.6 Bond Smoother® also smooths hair without weighing it down, creating softer blow-dries and more defined air-dried styles.

How to Use Nº.6 Bond Smoother®:

1. Apply one pump to clean, damp hair.
2. Comb through & style as desired.

Step 4: Finish with OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil ™ for Added Shine and Heat Protection

Finish with OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™, a highly concentrated, weightless hair oil that boosts shine, softness, and color vibrancy, all while protecting against frizz, flyaways, and heat.

When used together, Nº.6 Bond Smoother® and OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ create a powerful bond-building hair treatment that repairs and protects in one step. To save time, mix a small amount of Nº.6 Bond Smoother® and a few drops of OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ in your hands before applying from roots to ends for effortless, frizz-free styling.

One System. Year-Round Protection.

Using Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment, Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo, Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner, Nº.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum, Nº.6 Bond Smoother®, and OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ together creates a complete, proactive hair care routine that treats damage, protects hair bonds, and supports long-term hair health.

Want a hair routine that actually fits your hair? Take our quiz to find a bond-building routine made just for you.

• Treat haircare like skincare by focusing on repair, protection, and consistency.
• OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment delivers fast, foundational repair for all hair types in just three minutes.
• Pair bond-building treatments with heat protection and mindful styling to support healthier hair long term.

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• Step 1: Repair the Hair from the Inside Out
• How to Use Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment
• Step 2: Cleanse Without Compromising Hair Health
• Step 3: Protect Hair Before Styling
• How to Use Nº.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum
• Step 4: Style with Care
• How to Use OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™
• Step 5: Just Like Skincare, Maintain Consistency

The Haircare Routine That Will Make Your Skincare Routine Blush

Skincare routines have become a cornerstone of modern self-care, but haircare deserves the same level of intention. Just like our skin, hair experiences daily stress from factors like heat, styling, environmental exposure like wind, and chemical treatments. A thoughtful, step-by-step haircare routine can not only help restore hair strength but also improve texture and maintain long-term hair health.

By approaching haircare the same way you approach skincare—by focusing on repair, protection, and consistency—you can build a routine that supports healthier hair at every stage. With formulations like OLAPLEX® Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment, achieving stronger, smoother hair is faster and easier than before.

Step 1: Repair the Hair from the Inside Out

Healthy hair starts with internal repair. Daily stressors like heat styling, coloring, and mechanical damage can weaken the hair’s internal bonds, which leads to breakage, dryness, and dullness.

Using Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment as the foundation of your routine helps to repair damage past, present and future by targeting both the cortex and cuticle. Designed for all hair types, Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment works in just 3 minutes to strengthen hair and improve manageability.

How to Use Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment:

1. Wet hair in the shower and squeeze out excess water so hair is damp.
2. Apply a generous amount of Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment from mid-lengths to ends.
3. Leave on for 3 minutes.
4. Rinse, shampoo, and condition as usual. 

*Use weekly for maintenance, or up to 3 times per week for compromised hair.

Step 2: Cleanse Without Compromising Hair Health

Cleansing removes buildup and impurities, but overly harsh formulas can strip the hair of moisture and weaken already-damaged strands.

Follow Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment with OLAPLEX Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to support hair strength and hydration while maintaining the benefits of your hair treatments. Consistent, gentle cleansing helps maintain scalp health and sets the stage for effective styling and even better treatment results in the future.

Step 3: Protect Hair Before Styling

Just like sunscreen protects the skin, heat protection is essential for maintaining healthy hair. Blow dryers, curling irons, and flat irons all expose hair to high temperatures that can cause long-term damage without proper preparation. 

Before styling, apply OLAPLEX Nº.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum to damp or dry hair. This lightweight serum provides heat protection while also helping to reduce tangles and static.

How to Use Nº.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum:

1. Apply a small amount to clean, damp hair, working upward from ends to roots. Use more as needed for longer, thicker hair.
2. Style as usual—you can air dry for a soft texture, blow dry for a smooth finish, diffuse for defined waves or curls, or use however you’d normally do your hair routine. 

Step 4: Style with Care

Whether you’re air drying, blow drying, or heat styling, technique matters. 

Work in sections to reduce repeated passes with heat tools and allow your hair to cool fully before brushing or restyling to reduce breakage. For instant smoothness and shine, finish with OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™, which helps control frizz and supports heat protection while enhancing softness.

How to Use OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ :

1. Gently tap your index finger on the bottom of the bottle to dispense a metered drop.
2. Apply 2-3 drops to damp or dry hair and style as desired.
3. Can be used daily on wet and dry hair, before styling with heat, and after styling for added shine and smoothness.

Step 5: Just Like Skincare, Maintain Consistency

Results don’t come from one great hair day; they come from dedication and consistency. Just as you wouldn’t skip moisturizer or facial cleanser for weeks at a time, maintaining a regular haircare routine is key to lasting results.

Incorporate repair treatments, protect your hair before styling, and adjust your routine as your hair’s needs change. Over time, consistent care helps improve strength and hair health.

Take the Hair Quiz to get a more personalized hair routine so you can get started with your new daily ritual.

• Hair primer is the foundation of healthy hair, and priming hair can repair existing damage and strengthen the hair internally so that treatments, styling, and color perform better with less damage over time.
• Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment repairs hair at both the cortex and cuticle, improves the 5 visible signs of hair health, and protects against future damage, making it a faster, easier, and more comprehensive upgrade from the original Nº.3 Hair Perfector®.
• Creating a comprehensive haircare routine inclusive of a hair primer helps to create a healthy canvas that can hold color better, style smoothly, and resist breakage from environmental stress more effectively. 

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• What Is Hair Primer?
• What Does Hair Primer Do?
• Finding the Ultimate Hair Primer
• Key Benefits of Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment
• A Haircare Routine for Maximum Results
• Stay Consistent with Your Haircare

The Importance of Prepping & Priming Hair

Prepping the skin and priming before makeup isn’t new to the beauty world, but what about priming your hair? Just like your skin, hair needs a healthy, resilient foundation to perform its best. When hair isn’t properly prepped, things like treatments, styling, and color services don’t deliver the same results, and hair doesn’t look as healthy overall. 

At OLAPLEX, priming hair starts with repairing it from the inside out through bond-building science, which is ever evolving through new products like the OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment. Learn how this universal, professional-inspired treatment helps to repair damage from past and present, while creating the ideal foundation for healthy hair, so your hair is primed and ready for anything.

What Is Hair Primer?

A hair primer is a treatment step that prepares hair by working through existing damage and fortifying it against future stress. It’s the act of properly preparing the hair so that treatments, styling, and color perform can better and cause less damage over time. Instead of just coating the hair, a true primer works internally, strengthening the hair structure from the inside out so that everything that follows can work better and the hair appears healthier and stronger.

OLAPLEX hair priming is powered by patented Bond Building TechnologyTM, which helps to target broken bonds often caused by chemical, thermal, mechanical, and environmental damage. 

What Does Hair Primer Do?

A hair primer works within the hair fiber to strengthen, smooth, and protect. Unlike traditional masks or conditioners that focus mainly on softness, a primer improves the quality of the hair itself.

By leaving Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment on the hair for 3 minutes, hair is:

• Repaired internally at the cortex and externally at the cuticle
• Instantly revived for softness and manageability
• Strengthened to reduce breakage and split ends
• Better prepared for styling, heat, color, and other types of environmental stress

Think of it as setting the stage. When hair is healthy at the core, everything you do next is destined to shine.

Finding the Ultimate Hair Primer

When it comes to a hair primer, you want something with fast results, easy use, and more comprehensive hair repair. OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment builds upon the cult‑favorite Nº.3 Hair Perfector®, for a more universal primer with even better results. 

Key Benefits of Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment

• Repairs all three bond types in hair
• Delivers immediate softness in just 3 minutes
• Improves the 5 visible signs of hair health: strength, smoothness, softness, shine, and shape
• Protects against future damage
• Color-safe, vegan, and suitable for all hair types

When used consistently, Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment has the ability to transform damaged, dry, or compromised hair into a stronger, healthier canvas.

A Haircare Routine for Maximum Results

Healthy hair behaves differently. It holds color better, styles more smoothly, and resists breakage from heat and stress. When you prep and prime hair regularly, you’re not just fixing damage but also preventing further damage from happening, which is why having a good haircare routine is so important.

1. Prime & Repair

Apply OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment to damp hair from mid‑lengths to ends. Leave on for at least 3 minutes, then rinse.

Cleanse & Condition

Shampoo with OLAPLEX Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and follow with Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner.

Use a Hair Mask When Needed

Adding a hair mask to your routine is a great way to keep hair healthy and hydrated. Use the Rich Hydration Mask on medium to coarse hair, or the Weightless Nourishing Mask on fine to medium hair about once a week to boost hydration, smoothness, and shine.

Protect & Style

Apply Nº.6 Bond Smoother® before styling to hydrate and reduce breakage, and OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ for instant shine and protection.

Stay Consistent with Your Haircare

Bond repair is permanent until hair is damaged again, which is common with all of the heat styling, UV exposure, chemical services, and other kinds of stress we put on our hair, compromising it over time. Like skincare, consistency is key. Regular use of a hair primer keeps hair resilient, healthy, and ready for anything.

Hair primer is a fundamental step in modern haircare. With the new OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment, priming hair becomes faster, easier, and more effective than ever before. If you start with a strong foundation, then the hair will perform at its best.

Treat your hair like your skin. Prep it. Prime it. Repair it. 

• Powered by Patented Bond-Building Technology™, OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment works within the hair fiber to rebuild damaged bonds and strengthen hair from cortex to cuticle.
• Whether hair is virgin, color-treated, heat-styled, fine, thick, curly, or straight, Nº.3PLUS supports repair, strength, and long-term hair health.
• With a streamlined 3-minute pre-shampoo use and flexible frequency, Nº.3PLUS fits easily into any hair care routine and can be tailored to individual needs.

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• What is OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment?
• What Does OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment Do?
• What Makes OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment Different from the Original Nº.3 Hair Perfector?
• What’s New About This Formula?
• Who Should Use OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment?
• What Causes Hair Damage?
• How to Use OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment
• Personalizing Your OLAPLEX No.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment Routine
• For Highly Damaged Hair
• For Fine Hair
• For Curly or Textured Hair
• It’s Time to Repair Your Hair

Your Guide to OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment

Hair damage doesn’t happen all at once, it builds over time. From coloring and chemical services to heat styling, brushing, environmental exposure, and everyday wear, damage can impact your hair’s strength, softness, shine, and overall health.

As the evolution of hair care continues to change, so do even the most iconic of products. Formerly known as OLAPLEX’s Nº.3 Hair Perfector®, the OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is designed to repair damage from the inside out while also protecting hair against future stress. 

Get to know OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment, what it is, how it works, and how to personalize it for your own unique haircare needs. 

What is OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment?

OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is the newly formulated replacement for OLAPLEX’s Nº.3 Hair Perfector® and is a pre-shampoo hair repair treatment powered by OLAPLEX’s unique Patented Bond Building Technology™. It repairs and protects hair by rebuilding damaged bonds while strengthening the hair structure from the cortex to the cuticle.

Unlike traditional conditioners or masks that only coat the surface of the hair, OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment works from the inside out to create overall strand health.

What Does OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment Do?

This pre-shampoo treatment: 

• Repairs existing damage 
• Restores softness, smoothness, and strength to the hair
• Helps to defend hair against future breakage
• Supports healthier-looking hair with continued use
• Suitable for all hair types and textures, as well as color-safe and vegan

What Makes OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment Different from the Original Nº.3 Hair Perfector?

OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment builds on all loved aspects of the original OLAPLEX Nº.3 Hair Perfector, with even more performance towards healthier hair and ease of use. 

What’s New About This Formula?

The new Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment formula is different because it:

• Strengthens the hair inside and out, from cortex to cuticle
• Delivers immediate softness and smoothness
• Helps protect the hair against future damage 
• Works in 3 minutes

OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment doesn’t just repair damage from the past, it supports the long-term health of every single strand. 

Who Should Use OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment?

The beauty of the OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is that it’s designed for all hair types and can be used by everyone. Whether your hair is virgin or chemically treated, straight, wavy, fine, thick, dry, or prone to breakage, there is always room for repair.

Even the healthiest hair benefits from bond repair and protection. With regular use, Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment helps maintain strength, resilience, and shine. 

What Causes Hair Damage?

Hair damage isn’t one size fits all, and can come from many different sources, many of which you may not even realize are doing it. Some common causes of hair damage include: 

• Chemical services like hair color, bleach, relaxers, and perms
• Heat styling such as flat irons or curling irons, and blow dryers
• Mechanical stress like brushing, tight hairstyles, clips, and elastics
• Environmental exposure like sun, pollution, pool water, ocean water
• Everyday wear, such as friction from pillows, hats, and clothing

How to Use OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment

In the shower, wet your hair and squeeze out excess water so your hair is damp and not dripping. Apply a generous amount from the mid-lengths of your strands to your ends and leave it on for up to 3 minutes. Once finished, rinse your hair and carry on with your normal routine. For best results, follow up with the Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner. 

Use the repair treatment 1-3 times per week, depending on your hair’s level of damage. With continued use, the hair looks and feels stronger, smoother, and healthier over time.

Personalizing Your OLAPLEX No.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment Routine

When hair is repaired properly, it looks healthier, feels softer, and performs better when styling. OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is your go-to solution for faster repair, stronger hair, and lasting results, but everyone’s hair is different.  

Your hair routine should be adapted to your own lifestyle and hair type. Here are a few tips on how you should use OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment based on your hair’s specific needs: 

For Highly Damaged Hair

Use 2-3 times per week and follow up with Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to support softness and manageability.

For Fine Hair

Apply a smaller amount and focus on the mid-lengths to ends, adding less product to the scalp. Use Nº.4FINE Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Conditioner for more weightless hydration and volume. 

For Curly or Textured Hair

Use OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment as often as needed, but no more than 3 times per week. Pair with styling products like the Nº.6 Bond Smoother® to support moisture and definition, and OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ for instant shine and protection. 

It’s Time to Repair Your Hair

Rather than temporarily coating or simply masking the damage, OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment works within the hair to:

• Repair broken bonds caused by chemical, thermal, and mechanical stress
• Strengthen the hair structure to improve resilience over time
• Support overall strand health and consistent use

Learn more about OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment or take the Hair Quiz to figure out your full personalized haircare routine based on your hair type. 

• Healthy or virgin hair benefits from weekly or bi-weekly maintenance, color-treated hair needs consistent weekly repair, and highly compromised hair may require treatments up to 2–3 times per week.
• Bond-building treatments like Nº.3PLUS repair hair from within and can be used frequently without weighing hair down.
• Professional Stand-Alone Treatments rebuild bonds at the deepest level, while consistent at-home treatments maintain and reinforce results for stronger, healthier hair over time.

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• When Would I Need a Hair Treatment?
  • Color Treated Hair
  • Highly Compromised Hair
• Using the Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment for Intensive Care
  • How to Use Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment
• In-Salon vs. At-Home Treatments: Understanding the Difference
  • When You Need an In-Salon Stand-Alone Treatment™
  • When You Need an Intensive At-Home Treatment
• Hair Grows Stronger with Consistency

How Often Do I Need a Treatment?

Hair treatments have become an essential part of modern haircare routines, not just because of their ability to repair, but their ability to restore long-term hair health. With so many treatment types available, understanding what your hair needs and how often it needs it makes all the difference. 

Some treatments, such as protein or keratin, can cause the hair to become stiff or brittle when overused, while conditioning masks have the potential to weigh the hair down if the right one for your hair isn’t chosen. The new OLAPLEX® Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment works from within the hair to repair the cuticle using patented OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology™, restoring bonds, reducing breakage, and helping to prevent daily damage.

So how often should you treat your hair? The answer depends on your hair’s condition, its history, and the daily stressors put on it. Let’s walk through what kinds of hair treatments might work best for you and when you should use them.

When Would I Need a Hair Treatment?

Every head of hair is unique, but most fall into one of the following categories. Identifying your hair type helps to determine how often the Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment should be part of your routine.

Healthy or Virgin Hair

Even hair that hasn’t been chemically treated experiences daily damage from external stressors like brushing, heat styling, sun exposure, and environmental stress.

Recommended treatment frequency: Once weekly or once every other week.

Using OLAPLEX helps to repair daily damage and maintain the healthy hair you already have, making it even stronger and more resilient over time.

Color Treated Hair

Coloring and bleaching compromise hair structure by breaking bonds in order to create color change. Even if hair feels healthy, it still requires ongoing repair. 

Recommended treatment frequency: Once a week.

Consistent use of the Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment can help reinforce weakened bonds, improve hair strength, and even support longer lasting color.

Highly Compromised Hair

Hair that has undergone repeated chemical services, extreme lightening, or frequent heat styling may show signs of severe damage, including breakage and dryness. 

Recommended treatment frequency: Up to 2-3 times per week as needed

Because the formula for Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment was made to repair hair from the inside and out, it can be used more frequently without overloading the hair. It’s important to take note of hair damage and how the hair is behaving to determine how often you should be using treatment. 

Using the Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment for Intensive Care

OLAPLEX® Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is the next evolution of the iconic Nº.3 Hair Perfector®. Designed to repair damage past, present, and future, Nº.3PLUS delivers faster, stronger, healthier-looking hair in just 3 minutes.

Unlike traditional treatments, Nº.3PLUS works inside the hair to repair bonds across the cortex and cuticle, helping strengthen hair, improve softness, and reduce breakage.

How to Use Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment

1. Wet hair in the shower and squeeze out excess water so hair is damp.
2. Apply a generous amount of Nº.3PLUS from mid-lengths to ends.
3. Leave on for 3 minutes.
4. Rinse, shampoo, and condition as usual. 

*Use weekly for maintenance, or up to 3 times per week for compromised hair.

For more effective damage repair, smoothness, and hair strength, follow the treatment up with OLAPLEX Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner. 

In-Salon vs. At-Home Treatments: Understanding the Difference

Many don’t know OLAPLEX offers two complementary bond-building treatments. One is performed in a salon by a stylist who is educated in using OLAPLEX products and professional services, while the other is designed for at-home use. 

Together, they deliver comprehensive hair repair.

When You Need an In-Salon Stand-Alone Treatment™?

The OLAPLEX Stand-Alone Treatment™ is the most concentrated OLAPLEX treatment available, performed exclusively in OLAPLEX salons using Nº.1 and Nº.2.

Best for:

• First-time OLAPLEX users
• Hair undergoing significant chemical services
• Anyone seeking maximum bond repair
  

Recommended salon treatment frequency:

• Healthy hair: once monthly
• Highly compromised hair: as often as your stylist recommends

This treatment brings hair closer to its healthiest state by rebuilding bonds at the deepest level by using professional grade products. 

When You Need an Intensive At-Home Treatment

At-home treatments like Nº3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment are designed to maintain and reinforce the results of professional services.

Think of the in-salon OLAPLEX Stand-Alone Treatment™ as the foundation, and the at-home routine as ongoing support between salon visits.

Recommended at-home treatment frequency:

• At least once weekly
• More often for damaged hair

Using both ensures hair remains strong, resilient, and visibly healthier over time.

Hair Grows Stronger with Consistency

Hair health isn’t achieved in a single treatment; it’s built through consistent care. By combining professional services with targeted at-home repair, you can strengthen your hair from the inside out.

Whether you’re maintaining healthy hair or repairing visible damage, understanding how often to treat your hair ensures you get the most from your routine. 

Use the Salon Locator to find your nearest OLAPLEX stylist and get your first treatment!  

• Strong, healthy hair starts with a pre-shampoo bond-building treatment that repairs damage and improve hair from the inside out.
• A gentle, hydrating shampoo and conditioner routine makes hair more manageable, smoother, and easier to style.
• Finish with smoothing, shine-boosting styling products to control frizz, protect from heat, and lock in good hair days.

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• What Does Healthy Hair Look Like?
• The Routine for Good Hair Days
• Your Best Hair Days Checklist

How to Have a Good Hair Day Every Day

We all want to roll out of bed and see perfect hair in the mirror—but realistically, this isn’t always the case. What if your best hair day could be every day? Great hair days can be yours if you keep your strands healthy, strong, and happy with regular OLAPLEX® maintenance. 

What Does Healthy Hair Look Like?

Having healthy hair sets the foundation for better hair. Healthy hair is:

• Shiny
• Smooth
• Strong 
• Free of split ends

Hair like this makes us feel confident and beautiful. With the right haircare goals and routine, you may find that living your best hair day every day is easier than you thought.

The Routine for Good Hair Days

The haircare routine for healthier hair is simpler than you think. Check out this routine for your hair that turns heads:

Start with a Bond-Building Treatment

Start your at-home bond rebuilding treatment with Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment. Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment immediately revives your hair’s strength, smoothness, softness, shine, and shape. Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment also makes hair easier to detangle and more resilient to aggressors like:

• Heat
• Bleach
• Color
• Chemical processing
• Mechanical stress
• Environmental stress
  

To use Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment: 

1. Apply a generous amount from mid-lengths to ends of damp hair. 
2. Leave on for 3 minutes. 
3. Rinse from hair. 
4. Shampoo and condition hair as usual. 

You can use Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment every 1-3 washes.

Follow with a Shampoo and Conditioner That Boosts Manageability

The right shampoo and conditioner duo can help detangle your hair. Try a shampoo like Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo, proven to reduce breakage and nourish hair, leaving it smoother, shinier, and more manageable with every wash. It thoroughly cleanses every hair type without stripping or drying your hair or scalp. Follow with Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to moisturize, hydrate, and detangle hair.

Here's how to use Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner together: 

1. Dispense a coin-sized amount of shampoo and apply it to wet hair. 
2. Lather thoroughly, then rinse well. 
3. Dispense and apply Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to the mid-lengths to ends of hair. 
4. Leave the conditioner on for 1-3 minutes, then rinse well.

Finish with Smoothing Styling Products

Frizz can kill your hair vibes. Style your hair with frizz-reducing products that smoothen hair, like No.6 Bond Smoother® and OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™. Nº.6 Bond Smoother® is a hair styling cream that helps create smoother, softer blow-dries and more defined air-dried styles without weighing hair down. This styling cream also tames frizzy hair for up to 72 hours with its humidity-resistant formula which protects against breakage and heat up to 450°F/232°C. To use Nº.6 Bond Smoother®, just apply one pump to clean, damp hair, then comb through and style as desired. 

Want photogenic hair? At the end of your routine, a little touchup with OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ is just the trick. This bonding oil boosts shine, color vibrancy, controls frizz and flyaways, and protects from heat up to 450°F/232°C. Additionally, OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil is lightweight enough to carry around for treating and moisturizing your hair as needed.

To use this bonding oil:

1. Uncap and turn the bottle upside down.
2. Gently tap your index finger on the bottom of the bottle to dispense a metered drop.
3. Apply 2-3 drops to damp or dry hair and style as desired.
   

You can use this bonding oil daily on wet and dry hair, before styling with heat, or after styling for added shine and smoothness.

Your Best Hair Days Checklist

• Treat hair with No.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment to restore strength, softness, shine, smoothness, and shape.
• Rinse, then shampoo and condition to lock in repair and improve manageability.
• Cleanse gently with Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo to reduce breakage without stripping hair.
• Hydrate and detangle with Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner, focusing on mid-lengths to ends.
• Smooth and control frizz with Nº.6 Bond Smoother® on damp hair before styling
• Boost shine, tame flyaways, and protect from heat with OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™.
• Touch up throughout the day with a few drops of bonding oil for polished, photo-ready hair.
  

Take the Hair Quiz for a personalized routine tailored to your hair type, texture, and goals, or shop OLAPLEX bestsellers to discover more products for healthier-looking hair.

• OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment anchors haircare routines by repairing all types of damage in just 3 minutes, supporting stronger, softer, more resilient curls over time.
• The most effective curl routines focus on a few high-impact essentials to improve curl health, definition, and manageability without weighing hair down.
• Increasing repair frequency, prioritizing deep moisture, and adjusting styling techniques helps curls stay hydrated, strong, and defined through seasonal changes.

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• What Makes OLAPLEX No.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment Essential for Curly Hair
• Why Curly Hair Is More Prone to Damage
• The Foundation of Every Curl Routine: OLAPLEX No.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment
• Curl Recovery: What Consistent Repair Looks Like Over Time
• The Complete OLAPLEX Curl Routine
• How to Adjust Your Curl Routine for Seasonal Changes
• Why Curls Really Love OLAPLEX

Why All Curls Need This One Routine

There’s one essential practice every curly hair routine needs, and that is consistent repair. No matter your curl pattern, from loose waves to tight coils, curly hair is naturally more fragile, more prone to dryness, and more susceptible to damage. Add in heat styling, coloring, and even seasonal changes, and curls can quickly lose their strength, definition, and shine.

That’s why a healthy curl routine is important, and OLAPLEX is the only brand that uses patented Bond Building Technology™ to repair broken disulfide bonds, also known as the strongest bonds in the hair, helping curls look and feel healthier with every use. 

Why Curly Hair Is More Prone to Damage

The curved structure of curly hair makes it harder for natural oils to travel from root to tip. As a result, curls often experience: 

• Dryness and dehydration
• Increased breakage and split ends
• Loss of elasticity
• Lack of definition

Daily wear and tear, like detangling, washing, styling, and even sleeping can weaken the curls over time. Without consistent repair, curls may become more difficult to manage and style. Repair isn’t a one-time reset; it’s a routine commitment that helps curls stay strong, resilient, and defined. 

The Foundation of Every Curl Routine: OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment

At the core of curl health is OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment, the next generation of the iconic Nº.3 Hair Perfector, designed to deliver complete repair for curls past, present, and future.

OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment works differently from traditional treatments. Instead of masking the damage, it repairs broken disulfide bonds, which are the strongest bonds in the hair. This restores curl structure from the inside while improving softness and manageability on the outside. 

What Makes OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment Essential for Curly Hair

This new treatment is universal and fits seamlessly into any curl routine. It also works for all curl types, textures, and levels of damage by: 

• Repairing all three types of hair damage (chemical, thermal, and mechanical)
• Strengthening curls in just 3 minutes 
• Improving softness and definition instantly
• Helping to maintain curl pattern integrity over time 
• Supporting long-term hair health with continued use

Curl Recovery: What Consistent Repair Looks Like Over Time

Healthy curls don’t happen overnight, but with consistent repair, you’ll start to see a visible transformation. When curls are damaged, you may notice things like limp or uneven curl patterns, excessive flyaways, breakage during detangling, and your hair may have more difficulty holding definition.

However, once curls begin to recover from the inside out with regular care, many curl patterns appear stronger and more resilient. Hair recovery allows the hair to feel softer to the touch while maintaining improved shape and definition, making it easier to detangle and style. Repairing your curls just returns them to their natural state, enhancing what’s already there rather than changing the structure of your hair. 

The Complete OLAPLEX Curl Routine

Step 1: Repair & Strengthen

In the shower, apply OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment to damp hair before shampooing. Distribute evenly from mid-lengths to ends, leaving on for 3 minutes, then rinse thoroughly.

Use around 1-3 times per week, depending on your hair’s damage level. 

Step 2: Cleanse Without Stripping

Follow with OLAPLEX Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner.

This bond-building wash duo gently cleanses while maintaining moisture, helping curls feel soft, balanced, and strong without weighing them down. 

Step 3: Deep Moisture for Softer Curls

When curls need extra hydration, replace conditioner with the Rich Hydration Mask for medium to coarse curls, or the Weightless Nourishing Mask for fine to medium curls. 

A weekly mask treatment delivers deep moisture and shine while supporting curl elasticity and strength.

Step 4: Define, Shape & Protect

Styling is where curls express their personality, and it’s up to you to provide that extra support.

Finish with:

• OLAPLEX Nº.6 Bond Smoother® for hydration and frizz control
• OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ for shine, softness, and heat protection

For curl definition with flexible hold, add OLAPLEX Nº.10 Bond Shaper™ Curl Defining Gel. It enhances curl shape, reduces frizz, and strengthens hair while maintaining natural movement.

How to Adjust Your Curl Routine for Seasonal Changes

Seasonal shifts can significantly impact curl health, especially when it comes to the colder months. When it comes to winter, it’s important to pay extra attention to your haircare. Here are a few winter curl care tips: 

• Increase repair frequency utilizing the OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment
• Use either the Rich Hydration Mask or the Weightless Nourishing Mask more often to combat dryness from cold air and indoor heating
• Apply styling products on damp hair to lock in moisture
• Protect your curls at night with silk or satin accessories 

These small seasonal adjustments can help the curls stay hydrated, defined, and resilient year-round. 

Why Curls Really Love OLAPLEX

Curls thrive when their internal structure is strong, and OLAPLEX supports curl health at the molecular level, repairing damage and strengthening hair from the inside out, helping curls maintain their natural pattern. 

With continued care, curls become easier to manage as they grow stronger, softer, and more defined. It’s not about changing your curls; it’s about giving them what they need to be their best. 

Ready to build your healthiest curl routine? From repair to definition, everything your curls need starts here. Shop all OLAPLEX curly hair essentials today.

• Dry hair can be caused by many factors, from the weather outside to the water you use. 
• A consistent, layered routine helps keep your hair feeling stronger and looking healthier.
• Pair hydration with bond repair to help hair stay resilient, structured, and strong.

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• Why Does My Hair Feel Dry?
• How to Moisturize Dry Hair
• How Often Should I Moisturize My Hair?
• Frequently Asked Questions

How to Moisturize Hair with OLAPLEX

Dry, brittle hair can make even the healthiest styles feel lackluster, but learning how to moisturize hair properly can completely change the way your hair looks and feels. From environmental stress and heat styling to chemical services and everyday wear, many factors can strip hair of the moisture it needs to stay soft, shiny, and strong.

Let’s dive into why hair gets dry, how to hydrate hair for lasting health, and how to keep hair moisturized and strong no matter how you style it!

Why Does My Hair Feel Dry?

Like your skin, hair can become dry for many reasons, some environmental, some lifestyle-related. Over time, these factors can compromise your hair’s ability to retain its moisture, leading to rough texture, frizz, and breakage.

Common causes of dry hair include:

• Environmental factors: Sun exposure, wind, and cold weather can strip moisture from the hair.
• Hard water: High mineral content can leave buildup on the hair, making it harder for moisture to penetrate.
• Heat styling and chemical treatments: Frequent blow-drying, flat ironing, coloring, or bleaching can weaken hair and reduce moisture retention.
• Over-washing: Washing too often may remove natural oils that keep hair hydrated. 
• Aging: As scalp oil production slows over time, hair may naturally become drier.
  

How to Moisturize Dry Hair in 5 Easy Steps

Moisturized, healthy-looking hair starts with the right routine. Follow these 5 simple steps to help restore hydration while strengthening hair from within.

1. Begin with a Bond-Building Pre-Wash Treatment

Start your routine with a bond-building treatment that repairs damage before you cleanse.  Nᴼ.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is designed for all hair types and works in just 3 minutes to repair broken disulfide bonds and restore strength, smoothness, and shine to your hair.

How to Use:

1. In the shower, wet hair and squeeze out excess water.
2. Apply Nᴼ.3PLUS from mid-lengths to ends.
3. Leave on for 3 minutes, then rinse, shampoo, and condition as usual.

2. Cleanse with Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner

A moisturizing shampoo should cleanse effectively without stripping hair of essential hydration. Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo gently cleanses while helping reduce breakage.

Follow with Nᴼ.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to hydrate, soften, and boost shine, leaving hair smoother and easier to style with every wash.

3. Add a Leave-In Styling Cream

After washing your hair, apply Nᴼ.6 Bond Smoother® to create smoother, softer blow-dries and more defined air-dried styles without weighing your hair down. It also tames frizz for up to 72 hours and protects your hair against breakage and heat. 

How to Use:

1. Apply one pump* to clean, damp hair. 
2. Comb through and style as desired.
   

*Nᴼ.6 is entirely customizable! The best way to determine how much is right for you is starting with a pea-sized drop and building from there. Use this guide to determine how much to use based on your hair type.

4. Use a Hydrating Mask Once a Week

Hair masks deliver a more concentrated dose of moisture and should be used weekly to support hydration and softness.

Fine to medium hair: The Weightless Nourishing Mask provides lightweight hydration that lasts through multiple washes, helping maintain volume while improving softness.

Medium to thick hair: The Rich Hydration Mask deeply nourishes, reduces frizz, enhances shine, and helps protect against breakage.

Not sure which hair type you have? Learn how to determine your hair type to see what hair mask is right for you.

5. Incorporate Heat Protection

If you regularly use hot tools, heat protection is essential to help hair retain moisture and prevent future damage. Nᴼ.9 Bond Protector Hair Serum helps protect hair from heat up to 450°F/232°C while improving style retention, reducing tangles, and adding a smooth, satin-like shine.

More Ways to Moisturize Your Hair

Small changes in your daily routine can make a big difference in moisture retention:

• Rinse hair with cool water to help seal the cuticle
• Limit heat styling and always use a heat protectant
• Use a silk pillowcase or bonnet to reduce friction 
• Minimize chemical services, like bleaching, coloring, and perms
• Add a leave-in conditioner, such as N°.5 Leave-In, to support ongoing hydration
• Nourish the scalp with N°.5 Scalp Longevity Treatment to support the scalp barrier and microbiome

How Often Should I Moisturize My Hair?

How often you moisturize your hair depends on your hair type, environment, and level of damage. For example, if your hair is very dry and frizzy, you may require daily treatment to keep your hair looking its best. 

• For Daily Use: Use lightweight leave-in moisture like N°.6 Bond Smoother®
• For Weekly Use: Apply an OLAPLEX hair mask

You can adjust your routine based on climate, styling habits, and how your hair feels.

Can You Over-Moisturize Your Hair?

Yes, you can over-moisturize your hair. Too much moisture can cause hair to feel overly soft, limp, or lack structure. That’s why balancing hydration with bond repair is essential. OLAPLEX helps maintain that balance, ensuring hair stays strong, resilient, and hydrated for long-term hair health.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is It Better to Moisturize Wet or Dry Hair?

Moisturizing damp hair is generally best, as water helps products absorb more effectively and seal hydration. Applying conditioners, masks, or leave-in treatments to damp hair supports better moisture retention.

How Do I Moisturize Curly Hair?

Curly hair often needs more moisture due to its shape, which makes it harder for natural oils to travel down the strand. To add moisture to curly hair, start with Nᴼ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nᴼ.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner. Add the Rich Hydration Mask once a week in place of conditioner. Follow up with Nᴼ.5 Leave-In to finish the routine. Limiting heat styling and protecting curls while sleeping can also help preserve moisture.

How Do I Moisturize Bleached Hair?

Bleached hair benefits from both moisture and bond repair. Start with Nᴼ.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment to help repair damage, then follow with the Weightless Nourishing Mask once a week. Leave-in treatments and heat protectants like Nᴼ.9 Bond Protector Hair Serum can help maintain moisture and protect against further damage.

• Spring is the perfect time to reset your hair routine by discarding expired products, organizing your beauty supplies, and simplifying what you use.
• Repairing winter damage and focusing on lightweight hydration helps strengthen hair and reduce common spring frizz.
• A consistent, health-first routine sets your hair up for smoother, stronger, and more manageable hair throughout the season.

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• Start with a Haircare Clean Out
• Check Expiration Dates on Hair Products
• Organize Your Beauty Supplies
• Reset Your Hair Routine After Winter
• Repair Winter Damage with Bond-Building Care
• Rebalance Moisture Levels
• Springtime Styling Considerations
• Humidity, Frizz, and Springtime Hair Products
• Refresh Your Style for Spring
• Make Spring a Season of Healthy Hair

Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Hair: Reset Your Routine and Products for Healthier Hair

Spring is all about fresh starts: days are longer, clothes are lighter, and life feels like you’re about to hit reset after a long winter. Your hair deserves the same seasonal refresh. Between dry winter air, heat styling, and product buildup, spring is the perfect time to clean out, organize, reset, and rebuild your hair routine so it looks and feels its best.

From decluttering your beauty stash to managing springtime frizz, here’s how to give your hair a true spring reset.

Start with a Haircare Clean Out

Before introducing anything new into your routine, take stock of what you already have.

Check Expiration Dates on Hair Products

Spring is an ideal time to check which hair products have expired and discard anything past its prime. Using expired products can reduce effectiveness—and in some cases, irritate your scalp or hair.

If a product smells off, has changed texture, or has been open far longer than recommended, it’s time to let it go.

Organize Your Haircare Supplies

Spring cleaning isn’t just for your closet. Use this moment to:

• Organize your hair products and tools, from your shower to your vanity 

• Get rid of items you no longer use or need
  

Reset Your Hair Routine After Winter

Cold weather can leave hair feeling dry, brittle, and dull. A spring reset focuses on repair, hydration, and prevention and a streamlined routine makes it easier to stay consistent.

Repair Winter Damage with Bond-Building Care

If winter left your hair feeling weak or compromised, rebuilding damaged hair from the inside out is essential. Bond-building treatments help strengthen hair by repairing broken bonds caused by heat styling, coloring, and environmental stress.

Incorporating a weekly treatment into your routine helps restore hair’s integrity so it looks stronger, smoother, and more resilient. Use OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment® to repair damage past, present and future. This combination helps to strengthen hair and reduce breakage. The improved Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment formula repairs all types of damage for 3x healthier hair in 3 minutes.

Rebalance Moisture Levels

As temperatures rise, hair often needs lighter hydration—not less. Look for products that hydrate without weighing hair down, helping strands feel soft and manageable as humidity increases.

Springtime Styling Considerations

Maybe it’s the longer days and increased sunshine. Maybe it’s not having to cover your head with a knit hat every time you go outside. There’s something about springtime that has people wanting to be outdoors—this means taking your hair into consideration.

Humidity, Frizz, and Springtime Hair Products

Frizzy hair is common in the spring, thanks to fluctuating temperatures and increased humidity.

Healthy, well-hydrated hair is naturally more resistant to frizz — making repair and moisture your best defense. An anti-frizz styling cream like OLAPLEX Nº.6 Bond Smoother® helps control frizz and define air-dried styles without weighing hair down.

A weightless styling product like OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ instantly boosts shine, color vibrancy, and softness while taming frizz and flyaways. It’s clinically proven to provide a 77% reduction in breakage and frizz control and humidity resistance for up to 72 hours.

The key to managing frizz is sealing in moisture and minimizing damage:

• Use hydrating shampoos and conditioners
• Apply leave-in treatments or smoothing creams, like Nº.6 Bond Smoother® to damp hair
• Limit heat styling when possible
• Finish with a lightweight bonding oil like OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil to seal the cuticle

Refresh Your Style for Spring

Spring often inspires change, whether that’s a trim, a new style, or embracing your natural texture. By embracing low-maintenance, healthy looks that feel lighter and more natural. Think about amplifying your natural texture and air-dried styles that aren’t reliant on heat tools. Before adopting a new look, make sure your hair is strong and healthy first, so you don’t sacrifice health for style.

Make Spring a Season of Healthy Hair

Spring is more than a visual refresh. Use this reset checklist to set your hair up for success for the rest of the year:

• Toss expired and unused products
• Organize your beauty routine
• Repair damage from winter styling
• Focus on hydration and frizz control
• Simplify your routine for consistency

By cleaning out the old and focusing on hair health, spring becomes the perfect time to reset your routine and step into the season with stronger, smoother, healthier-looking hair.

Find out how to protect your hair from damage all year long with OLAPLEX.

• Prep and protect hair before and after coloring to keep vivid red, white, and blue shades healthy, strong, and long-lasting.
• Use color-safe, sulfate-free products to maintain vibrancy, prevent fading, and reduce brassiness.
• Support color longevity with bond-building styling products and simple habits that minimize damage and prevent color from fading.

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• How to Take Care of Red, White, and Blue Dyed Hair
• More Tips to Extend Your Red, White, and Blue Hair

Red, White, and Blue: How to Extend 4th of July Hair Color

The 4th of July is dawning upon us with endless possibilities. What better way to show your pride than with red, white, and blue on the healthiest hair in the game? From pastels to bold and beautiful, with all styles in between, give the crowd more than fireworks to talk about with gorgeous, vivid tones! However, vivid hair colors require a lot of TLC. To protect your investment, we want to help you with tips for ultimate color longevity.

How to Take Care of Red, White, and Blue Dyed Hair

Add these products to your haircare routine to make your red, white, and blue hair look visibly healthier on the 4th of July and beyond. 

Start with a Pre-Shampoo Treatment

When you dye or bleach your hair, it can become damaged in the process. Jumpstart your hair health with Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment. This color-safe pre-shampoo treatment repairs hair in 3 minutes and immediately revives all 5 key signs of healthy hair: strength, smoothness, softness, shine/sheen, and shape. It also reduces damage, breakage, and split ends. 

To use Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment:

1. Start with wet hair, wringing out excess water.
2. Apply a generous amount from mid-lengths to the ends of your hair.
3. Leave on for 3 minutes.
4. Rinse from hair, then shampoo and condition as usual. 

You can use Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment every 1-3 washes.

Use the Right Shampoo and Conditioner

Shampoos loaded with sulfates can strip color from your hair. Choose an SLS/SLES-free shampoo and conditioner that’s color-safe, like Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner. Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo reduces breakage and nourishes hair, leaving it smoother, shinier, and more manageable with each wash. The richly lathering formula gently yet thoroughly cleanses every hair type, without stripping or drying, to maintain a hydrated hair and scalp. Pair it with Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to moisturize, hydrate, detangle, and strengthen hair.

Using this shampoo and conditioner combo is simple: 

1. Dispense a coin-sized amount of Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and apply it to wet hair. 
2. Lather thoroughly and rinse well. 
3. Dispense and apply Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to mid-lengths and ends. 
4. Leave the conditioner on hair for 1-3 minutes. Rinse well.

White hair can be prone to brassiness. If you’ve lightened your hair to white for the 4th of July, try a purple shampoo and conditioner like Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo and Nº.5P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Conditioner. Both neutralize brassy and yellow tones for brighter, softer, and stronger natural or color-treated hair. To use Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo and Nº.5P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Conditioner:   

1. Distribute Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo evenly between palms. 
2. Apply to wet hair and lather fully. 
3. Leave the purple shampoo on for 1-3 minutes, then rinse well. For more intense toning, leave it on your hair for up to 5 minutes. 
4. Follow with Nº.5P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Conditioner, applying it from roots to ends.
5. Leave the conditioner on for 1-3 minutes, then rinse well.

The Best Styling Products for Red, White, and Blue Dyed Hair

If you’re noticing breakage after dyeing your hair, combat it with a styling cream like Nº.6 Bond Smoother®. This styling cream controls frizz with its humidity-resistant formula and protects hair from heat up to 450°F/232°C. To use Nº.6 Bond Smoother®:

1. Apply one pump to clean, damp hair.
2. Comb through and style as desired. 

To increase the color vibrancy of your red, white, and blue hair, add a few drops of OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ on damp or dry hair. This hair oil also boosts shine and softness while taming frizz and flyaways, helping you nail the perfect 4th of July look.

More Tips to Extend Your Red, White, and Blue Hair

Here are more ways you can potentially extend the life of your dyed hair: 

• Avoid the sun. UV rays can make the dye in your hair fade faster. Try wearing a hat to avoid UV exposure. 
• Try not to wash your hair daily. Over-washing can strip red and blue dyes from your hair. Reach for a dry shampoo on days when you need a refresh. 
• Wash your hair with cool or warm water: Hot water can cause dyed hair to fade faster. Use cooler water to prolong the life of your hair color. 
• Prepare for the pool. Chlorine can strip color from your hair. If you want to go for a swim, try putting in a leave-in conditioner to prevent fading, or don’t submerge your hair under water. Learn more about post-pool haircare.

Make this July your best hair month yet. Find out more about how you can repair summer hair damage or take the Hair Quiz for a personalized haircare routine.

Sources

1. https://www.today.com/style/heat-enemy-11-tips-help-your-hair-color-last-longer-t84596 
2. https://www.byrdie.com/tips-to-make-hair-color-last-11685760

• Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is the evolution of Nº.3 Hair Perfector®, designed to repair, protect, and future-proof hair in just 3 minutes.
• Nº.3PLUS is a pre-wash treatment that repairs all three types of hair bonds and strengthens both the cortex and the cuticle.
• Designed for all hair types, this bond-building treatment delivers damaged hair repair, immediate softness, and long-term protection.
  

Jump To

• The Legacy: What Made Nº.3 Hair Perfector® Iconic?
• The Upgrade: What is Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment?
• Nº.3 vs. Nº.3PLUS: Key Differences
• How Nº.3PLUS Complete Hair Treatment Fits Into Your Everyday Hair Routine
• Frequently Asked Questions

OLAPLEX Nº.3 vs. Nº.3PLUS: What’s the Difference?

For years, Nº.3 Hair Perfector® has been the gold standard hair repair treatment for damaged hair. Well loved by professionals and consumers, it transformed at-home hair repair by addressing broken bonds at the molecular level.

Now, OLAPLEX is building upon that legacy.

Introducing Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment, a next-generation, bond-building hair treatment designed to repair, protect, and future-proof hair in just 3 minutes. It’s everything you love about Nº.3–only better.

So, what’s the difference between Nº.3 and Nº.3PLUS? Let’s explore what’s changed, what’s improved, and why Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment represents the evolution of hair repair.

The Legacy: What Made Nº.3 Hair Perfector® Iconic?

Nº.3 Hair Perfector® set a new standard for damaged hair treatment. Powered by OLAPLEX Patented Bond-Building Technology®, it was designed as a pre-wash treatment that:

• Repaired broken disulfide bonds inside the hair
• Helped restore strength after chemical services
• Targeted damage from coloring, bleaching, and heat styling
• Improved hair health over time with consistent use

Nº.3 focused mainly on yesterday’s damage and restoring hair from the inside out. But as hair habits, styling frequency, and consumer expectations evolved, so did the need for a more complete approach to repair. 

The Upgrade: What is Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment?

Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is the evolution of Nº.3. It goes beyond repair to protect hair and help prevent future damage.

This new formula is designed to support foundational hair health, addressing hair’s full lifecycle: past, present, and future damage.

• Past: Repairs all types of hair damage 
• Present: Delivers immediate softness, smoothness, and strength
• Future: Defends against breakage, split ends, and daily stressors

What’s New with Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment?

Nº.3PLUS doesn’t just address damage–it supports long-term hair integrity. It moves beyond “repair only” and into complete hair health. 

And it works in just 3 minutes.

Here’s how Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment builds healthier, stronger hair:

• Repairs hair in just 3 minutes, restoring strength and softness quickly
• 3x stronger hair, reinforcing the cortex to reduce breakage over time
• 3x softer hair, instantly improving smoothness and manageability
• 360° cuticle-to-cortex repair focused on all 3 hair bonds, strengthening the hair from the inside out
• Improved length retention for all hair types, helping hair grow longer by preventing future damage from heat, color, and mechanical stress

Nº.3 vs. Nº.3PLUS: Key Differences

How Nº.3PLUS Complete Hair Treatment Fits Into Your Everyday Hair Routine

Because Nº.3PLUS works so quickly, it fits seamlessly into busy schedules. No extra steps, no waiting around. It’s hair repair that works with your routine, not against it.

How to Use:

1. Apply to wet hair before shampooing.
2. Leave on for 3 minutes.
3. Rinse, shampoo, and condition as usual*.

Use it once every 1-3 washes as a quick pre-wash treatment.

*For best results, follow with Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner.

If you loved Nº.3 Hair Perfector®, you’ll love Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment even more. It’s everything you love about the original, evolved for how we care for hair today.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to use Nº.0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment with Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment?

No, you don’t need to use Nº.0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment with Nº.3PLUS. No.0 was designed to be used alongside the original Nº.3 Hair Perfector® for an extra boost. However, Nº.3PLUS is a next-generation formula and already delivers that enhanced performance on its own—so Nº.0 is not required.

Will Nº.3PLUS Complete Hair Treatment replace Nº.3 Hair Perfector®?

Yes, Nº.3PLUS is replacing the original Nº.3. Nº.3PLUS is the next-generation version of Nº.3, featuring an upgraded formula with enhanced performance. It delivers everything you loved about the original with even better results.

Key Takeaways

• Everyday stressors can weaken hair internally, leading to hair breakage, dry hair, and color fading.
• Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is a 3-minute bond repair treatment that helps deliver real repair by rebuilding hair bonds and strengthening strands from the inside out.
• Used as a pre-shampoo treatment, Nº.3PLUS improves hair resilience over time, helping reduce hair breakage, improve hair dryness, and restore shine for all hair types.

Jump To

• What is Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment?
• 3 Common Hair Problems and How Nº.3PLUS Fixes Them
• Advice for Different Hair Types and Textures
• Additional Tips for Damaged Hair Repair
• Frequently Asked Questions

3 Common Hair Problems and How OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Fixes Them

Healthy hair doesn’t just look good. It’s also strong, resilient, and protected from everyday stress. But common concerns like hair breakage, dry hair, and dull hair can make even the best styles fall flat. Heat styling, coloring, brushing, even environmental exposure all weaken hair over time, often before you can see or feel the damage.

That’s where Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment comes in. This next evolution of the iconic Nº.3 Hair Perfector® is designed to repair past, present, and future damage, working inside and outside the hair strand to deliver stronger, healthier-looking hair in just 3 minutes.

Best of all, it works on all hair types. Let’s break down three of the most common hair problems and how Nº.3PLUS helps fix them.

What is Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment?

Nº.3PLUS is a pre-shampoo treatment that repairs and protects hair by rebuilding damaged bonds in just 3 minutes, strengthening hair from the inside out.

How to Use Nº.3PLUS for Best Results

1. Before shampooing, wet hair and squeeze out excess water.
2. Apply Nº.3PLUS from mid-lengths to ends.
3. Leave on for 3 minutes.
4. Rinse, then shampoo and condition as usual.

Use every 1-3 washes, depending on your level of damage.

3 Most Common Hair Problems and How Nº.3PLUS Fixes Them

1. Hair Breakage

Hair breakage is one of the most visible signs of compromised hair health. When hair bonds are weakened by heat, chemical services, or mechanical stress, strands lose their structural integrity and break more easily.

How Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment Helps Reduce Hair Breakage

Nº.3 PLUS is a bond repair treatment that rebuilds all three types of bonds within the hair strand. Unlike traditional conditioners or masks that coat the surface of the hair, Nº.3PLUS works internally to:

• Strengthen weakened hair strands 
• Reduce breakage, with hair becoming 3x stronger instantly
• Improve resilience against future damage, helping build a 75% stronger internal structure over time

By reinforcing the hair’s core and cuticle, Nº.3PLUS delivers true hair breakage repair, not just temporary smoothness.

2. Dry Hair

Dry hair isn’t just about a lack of moisture. It’s often a sign of internal damage that prevents hair from retaining hydration. This can lead to rough texture, tangles, and increased breakage over time.

How Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment Helps Repair Dry Hair

Nº.3 PLUS goes beyond traditional conditioners by addressing the root cause of hair dryness. It repairs internal damage that can cause moisture loss while smoothing the cuticle for immediate softness.

Key benefits include:

• Deep damaged hair repair that improves moisture retention
• Noticeably softer hair after one use
• Lightweight hydration using 360° cuticle-to-cortex repair strengthening the hair from the inside out

Used as a pre-shampoo treatment, Nº.3PLUS preps hair for more effective cleansing and conditioning, helping the dryness improve with continued use and achieving 3x more softness.

3. Dull Hair

If your hair looks flat or your color fades quickly, internal damage might be disrupting how light reflects off the hair shaft. This often results in dull-looking hair and reduced color vibrancy.

How Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment Helps Maintain Color and Shine

By repairing bonds and smoothing the cuticle, Nº.3PLUS improves surface integrity, helping hair look shinier and healthier while supporting color longevity. 

It helps by:

• Strengthening hair to reduce porosity
• Supporting vibrant, salon-fresh color
• Being color-safe 

Healthier hair holds onto color better, making Nº.3PLUS an essential step in any color-care routine.

Advice for Different Hair Types and Textures

Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is designed for all hair types, whether your hair is straight, wavy, curly or coily, chemically treated, or prone to breakage.

Fine Hair

• Apply smaller amount, focusing on mid-lengths to ends
• Follow up with Nº.4FINE Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Conditioner for weightless hydration and volume

Curly or Coily Hair

• Apply generously to enhance softness, elasticity, and curl definition
• Pair with Nº.6 Bond Smoother® and OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ for added definition and shine

Thick or Coarse Hair

• Section hair for even distribution
• Use the Rich Hydration Mask weekly in place of conditioner for added strength and shine

Highly Damaged Hair

• Use 2-3 times per week
• Follow up with Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to support softness and manageability

Additional Tips for Damaged Hair Repair

Whether you’re dealing with hair breakage, hair dryness, or fading color, No.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment offers a science-backed solution that works at the foundation of the hair.

For best results:

• Limit excessive heat styling and always use heat protection like the iconic OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™, which protects hair up to 450ºF
• Pair Nº.3PLUS with Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner 
• Avoid mechanical stress, like over-brushing, tight hairstyles, elastics, and clips
• Stay consistent–with continued use, hair looks and feels stronger, smoother, and shinier

Want a personalized routine based on your hair type? Take our Hair Quiz to start restoring your hair from the inside out.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to use Nº.0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment with Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment?

No, you don’t need to use Nº.0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment with Nº.3PLUS. Nº.0 was designed to be used alongside the original Nº.3 Hair Perfector® for an extra boost. However, Nº.3PLUS is a next-generation formula and already delivers that enhanced performance on its own—so Nº.0 is not required.

How is Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment different from conditioner or a hair mask?

While conditioners and masks primarily smooth and hydrate the surface of the hair, Nº.3PLUS works inside the hair to repair damage at its source. Conditioners and masks support softness and manageability, while Nº.3PLUS strengthens the hair structure so it can better retain moisture, shine, and color.

• Pre-shampoo care helps protect hair when it’s most vulnerable, since wet hair is more prone to breakage, it fortifies it from the inside before any additional care. 
• A targeted hair treatment for damaged hair can significantly reduce hair breakage.
• OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS delivers fast, molecular-level repair in just 3 minutes.

Jump to

• What Is Pre-Shampoo Care?
• Why Hair Is Most Vulnerable Before Washing
• How Pre-Shampoo Treatments Help Prevent Hair Breakage
• 1. Strengthens Hair at the Molecular Level
• 2. Reduces Breakage Instantly and Over Time
• 3. Improves Overall Hair Health
• The OLAPLEX® Difference in Pre-Shampoo Care
• How it’s different
• How to Use Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair as a Pre-Shampoo Treatment
• Is Pre-Shampoo Care Right for You?

Why Pre-Shampoo Care is the Secret to Healthy Hair

When it comes to healthy hair, what you do before shampooing can be just as important as what comes after. Pre-shampoo care is often overlooked, but it’s a step that can help protect hair from breakage, reinforce strength, and support long-term hair health at the molecular level.

Whether your hair is color treated, heat styled, or simply exposed to natural everyday stress, adding a targeted pre shampoo treatment to your routine can make a visible difference in how your hair looks and feels. 

What Is Pre-Shampoo Care?

Pre-shampoo care refers to treatments that are applied to the hair before cleansing to repair, strengthen, and protect strands from damage. Unlike traditional conditioners or masks, pre-shampoo treatments work on compromised hair internally, repairing the hair and helping it maintain health against heat, friction, and mechanical stress.

Using a pre-shampoo treatment is especially beneficial for anyone experiencing noticeable damage: 

• Hair breakage
• Dryness or dullness
• Split ends
• Damage from chemical services or heat styling

Why Hair Is Most Vulnerable Before Washing

Hair is naturally more fragile when it’s wet, which means weakened strands can become overstretched or break more easily during washing. When hair lacks elasticity, it can stretch beyond its limit and snap instead of returning to its original shape. While shampooing is an important step for scalp and hair cleanliness, vulnerable hair may benefit from extra support to minimize additional stress during the cleansing process.

Using a pre-shampoo treatment helps fortify the hair from within, strengthening each strand so it’s more resilient. This added protection reduces breakage and helps maintain hair strength throughout the wash.

A high-performance hair treatment applied pre-shampoo helps reinforce hair from the inside out, reducing breakage and preserving strength during cleansing. 

How Pre-Shampoo Treatments Help Prevent Hair Breakage

Adding a pre-shampoo treatment step to your routine can make a noticeable difference in the strength and resilience of your hair. These treatments work proactively to protect strands before cleansing, helping to minimize damage and maintain healthy structure over time. But how does it work to keep breakage at bay?

1. Strengthens Hair at the Molecular Level

Advanced pre-shampoo treatments work inside the hair fiber to repair bonds that have been compromised by color, heat, and environmental stress.

2. Reduces Breakage Instantly and Over Time

Stronger hair isn’t something you “feel” as much as something you stop noticing. When hair is weakened, it breaks during brushing, snaps while styling, and leaves short strands lying around wherever you go - i.e. “shedding”.

By reinforcing weakened areas from cuticle-to-cortex, pre-shampoo care helps hair feel stronger after just one use, meaning less breakage during styling and more resilience where your hair may be most vulnerable. With continued use, long-term hair strength helps strands stay intact so hair can retain length over time.

3. Improves Overall Hair Health

Consistent use leads to smoother texture, enhanced softness, and healthier looking hair from root to tip.

The OLAPLEX® Difference in Pre-Shampoo Care

There are plenty of pre-treatments that can be used, but OLAPLEX focuses on foundational hair health rather than temporary cosmetic results.

OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is the next evolution of the iconic Nº.3 Hair Perfector®, delivering deeper repair, faster results, and broader protection for all hair types. 

How Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Is Different:

OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment works internally using OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology™ to repair all three bonds within the hair structure, from cuticle-to-cortex, helping the hair look and feel healthier with every wash.

The new formula also features Damage Defense Technology, which helps defend hair against future damage caused by heat, color, and mechanical stress, supporting long-term hair strength and length retention. 

• Repairs hair in just 3 minutes, restoring strength and softness quickly
• 3x stronger hair, reinforcing the cortex to reduce breakage over time
• 3x softer hair, instantly improving smoothness and manageability
• 360° cuticle-to-cortex repair focused on all 3 hair bonds, strengthening the hair from the inside out
• Improved length retention for all hair types, helping hair grow longer by preventing future damage

Follow with OLAPLEX Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to help further repair hair bonds and restore hydration without weighing down the hair. 

How to Use Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair as a Pre-Shampoo Treatment

Designed to fit seamlessly into your routine, the Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment delivers powerful repair in just 3 minutes. Used as an in-shower pre-shampoo treatment, it works before cleansing to help strengthen hair, reduce breakage, and support softer, healthier-looking hair from the very first step: 

1. In shower, wet hair and squeeze out excess water so hair is damp.
2. Apply a generous amount of Nº.3PLUS, focusing on mid-lengths to ends.
3. Leave on for 3 minutes before rinsing thoroughly.
4. Shampoo and condition as usual. 

The Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment can be used 1-3 times per week, depending on your level of damage, to help maintain strong, resilient hair over time. Consistent pre-shampoo use helps reinforce hair at its most vulnerable stage, making each wash an opportunity to repair existing damage while defending against future stress.

The result is hair that feels smoother, looks healthier, and is better prepared for the rest of your haircare routine. 

Is Pre-Shampoo Care Right for You?

If you’re dealing with breakage, dryness, or visible damage, pre-shampoo treatment is one of the most effective ways to restore hair health. While the pre-treatment works well on hair that has been compromised, it also works well on virgin hair, which is still susceptible to external stressors.

Healthy hair starts with repairing what’s broken from the inside. Adding a targeted pre-shampoo treatment like Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment helps ensure every wash supports stronger, healthier hair, both now and in the future. There are also plenty of other ways to help strengthen the hair. Check out other Strength & Elasticity products and start your journey to your healthiest hair yet.

• Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is the evolution of Nº.3 Hair Perfector®, designed to repair, protect, and future-proof hair in just 3 minutes.
• Nº.3PLUS is a pre-wash treatment that repairs all three types of hair bonds and strengthens both the cortex and the cuticle.
• Designed for all hair types, this bond-building treatment delivers damaged hair repair, immediate softness, and long-term protection.
  

Jump To

• The Legacy: What Made Nº.3 Hair Perfector® Iconic?
• The Upgrade: What is Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment?
• Nº.3 vs. Nº.3PLUS: Key Differences
• How Nº.3PLUS Complete Hair Treatment Fits Into Your Everyday Hair Routine
• Frequently Asked Questions

OLAPLEX Nº.3 vs. Nº.3PLUS: What’s the Difference?

For years, Nº.3 Hair Perfector® has been the gold standard hair repair treatment for damaged hair. Well loved by professionals and consumers, it transformed at-home hair repair by addressing broken bonds at the molecular level.

Now, OLAPLEX is building upon that legacy.

Introducing Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment, a next-generation, bond-building hair treatment designed to repair, protect, and future-proof hair in just 3 minutes. It’s everything you love about Nº.3–only better.

So, what’s the difference between Nº.3 and Nº.3PLUS? Let’s explore what’s changed, what’s improved, and why Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment represents the evolution of hair repair.

The Legacy: What Made Nº.3 Hair Perfector® Iconic?

Nº.3 Hair Perfector® set a new standard for damaged hair treatment. Powered by OLAPLEX Patented Bond-Building Technology®, it was designed as a pre-wash treatment that:

• Repaired broken disulfide bonds inside the hair
• Helped restore strength after chemical services
• Targeted damage from coloring, bleaching, and heat styling
• Improved hair health over time with consistent use

Nº.3 focused mainly on yesterday’s damage and restoring hair from the inside out. But as hair habits, styling frequency, and consumer expectations evolved, so did the need for a more complete approach to repair. 

The Upgrade: What is Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment?

Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is the evolution of Nº.3. It goes beyond repair to protect hair and help prevent future damage.

This new formula is designed to support foundational hair health, addressing hair’s full lifecycle: past, present, and future damage.

• Past: Repairs all types of hair damage 
• Present: Delivers immediate softness, smoothness, and strength
• Future: Defends against breakage, split ends, and daily stressors

What’s New with Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment?

Nº.3PLUS doesn’t just address damage–it supports long-term hair integrity. It moves beyond “repair only” and into complete hair health. 

And it works in just 3 minutes.

Here’s how Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment builds healthier, stronger hair:

• Repairs hair in just 3 minutes, restoring strength and softness quickly
• 3x stronger hair, reinforcing the cortex to reduce breakage over time
• 3x softer hair, instantly improving smoothness and manageability
• 360° cuticle-to-cortex repair focused on all 3 hair bonds, strengthening the hair from the inside out
• Improved length retention for all hair types, helping hair grow longer by preventing future damage from heat, color, and mechanical stress

Nº.3 vs. Nº.3PLUS: Key Differences

How Nº.3PLUS Complete Hair Treatment Fits Into Your Everyday Hair Routine

Because Nº.3PLUS works so quickly, it fits seamlessly into busy schedules. No extra steps, no waiting around. It’s hair repair that works with your routine, not against it.

How to Use:

1. Apply to wet hair before shampooing.
2. Leave on for 3 minutes.
3. Rinse, shampoo, and condition as usual*.

Use it once every 1-3 washes as a quick pre-wash treatment.

*For best results, follow with Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner.

If you loved Nº.3 Hair Perfector®, you’ll love Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment even more. It’s everything you love about the original, evolved for how we care for hair today.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to use Nº.0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment with Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment?

No, you don’t need to use Nº.0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment with Nº.3PLUS. No.0 was designed to be used alongside the original Nº.3 Hair Perfector® for an extra boost. However, Nº.3PLUS is a next-generation formula and already delivers that enhanced performance on its own—so Nº.0 is not required.

Will Nº.3PLUS Complete Hair Treatment replace Nº.3 Hair Perfector®?

Yes, Nº.3PLUS is replacing the original Nº.3. Nº.3PLUS is the next-generation version of Nº.3, featuring an upgraded formula with enhanced performance. It delivers everything you loved about the original with even better results.

• OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment delivers visible strength, softness, and shine in just three minutes by repairing hair at the bond level.
• Unlike conditioners that only smooth the surface, Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment repairs damage inside the cortex and cuticle to support long-term, foundational hair health.
• Designed for easy in-shower use and suitable for all hair types, Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment fits seamlessly into any routine, making professional-level repair accessible at home.

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• Why Damaged Hair Needs More Than Moisture
• What Makes the Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment Different?
• The Results You Can See and Feel
• Your 3 Minute Hair Repair Ritual
• Step 1: Apply in the Shower
• Step 2: Wait 3 Minutes
• Step 3: Rinse and Wash
• Who Should Use the Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment?
• Stronger Hair Starts in 3 Minutes

A 3-Minute Ritual That Transforms Your Hair

When hair is damaged, dry, or dull, it’s easy to think real repair takes countless hours and treatments, but the truth is that transformative hair health can begin in just 3 minutes.

Meet OLAPLEX® Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment, the next evolution of our cult-favorite bond treatment, the Nº.3 Hair Perfector®, designed to repair damage past, present, and future, faster than ever. This simple, science-backed ritual fits seamlessly into your routine and delivers stronger, smoother, healthier-looking hair in less time it takes to rinse and repeat.

Why Damaged Hair Needs More Than Moisture

Daily life can take a toll on your hair. Things like heat styling, coloring, environmental stressors, and even brushing can weaken bonds deep inside the hair, and while conditioners help hair feel softer, they don’t always address the structural damage.

That’s where foundational hair health becomes important. Using patented OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology™, the Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment focuses on repairing the bonds that give hair its strength, shape, and shine rather than masking the damage.

What Makes the Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment Different?

Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is the only pre-shampoo treatment powered by Patented Bond Building Technology™, now enhanced to repair both the cortex and cuticle for complete internal hair repair.

The Results You Can See and Feel

Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment:

• Repairs damage in just 3 minutes
• Instantly revives strength, smoothness, softness, shine, and shape
• Helps reduce breakage over time
• Defends hair against future damage
• Color-safe, vegan, and suitable for all hair types 

The Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is designed to make repair simple, quick, and easy. Designed for in-shower application, the fast-acting formula works in just 3 minutes to deliver immediate results, leaving hair 3x stronger and 3x softer after one use.

Your 3 Minute Hair Repair Ritual

Consistency is key to healthy hair, and this ritual was designed to be easy and effortless.

Step 1: Apply in the Shower

Get your hair wet, squeezing excess water so that the hair is damp. Apply a generous amount of Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment from mid-lengths to ends. 

Step 2: Wait 3 Minutes

Let the formula get to work repairing bonds and restoring hair health from the inside out. 

Step 3: Rinse and Wash

Rinse thoroughly, then follow with OLAPLEX Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner.

Style as usual and you’re ready to go! That’s it – no complicated steps, no extra time commitment. 

Who Should Use the Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment?

Everyone should be focused on their internal hair health. OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment is designed for all hair types and textures, whether your hair is color-treated, heat-styled, or simply in need of extra strength and shine.

If your hair feels: 

• Dry or brittle
• Prone to breakage
• Dull or lacking softness
• Over-styled or chemically processed

Then you should prioritize building a haircare routine built around strengthening and softening your hair. In addition to adding a pre-treatment, shop by your hair goal to build a complete routine that suits your hair best. 

Stronger Hair Starts in 3 Minutes

Healthy hair doesn’t require a complete overhaul of time and effort. With the new OLAPLEX Nº.3PLUS Complete Repair Treatment, just three minutes is all it takes to start transforming your hair from the inside out. 

Whether your goal is less breakage, more shine, or hair that feels more resilient, Nº.3PLUS makes professional-level repair accessible at home, and when your hair is foundationally healthy, the rest of your routine is that much easier. 

Stronger hair starts in three minutes, but the results will last way longer. Explore routines designed for your unique hair goals, discover products that work together seamlessly, and experience what’s possible when repair starts at the bond level.

• Start your healthiest hair year yet with OLAPLEX’s bond-building system that repairs damage, strengthens every strand, and brings back shine from the very first treatment. 
• Customize your routine with the right shampoo, conditioner, and mask pairing for your hair type. 
• Look for stylers that address common winter hair concerns like dryness or dullness, like OLAPLEX No.7 Bonding Oil™ or No.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum.

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• For Softer and More Moisturized Hair This New Year
• If Your New Year’s Resolution Is a Healthier Scalp
• New Year, More Voluminous Hair
• Ring in the New Year with Shinier Hair
• Your Best Hair Begins with Confidence

New Year, New Hair Goals

As the calendar resets for a new year, it’s the perfect time to renew your energy, mindset, and hair routine. Whether your resolution is to strengthen your strands, bring back shine, or embrace your natural texture, OLAPLEX is here to help you start off the year with your best hair yet.

Healthy hair doesn’t just happen by chance. Each OLAPLEX product is powered by bond-building technology to repair damage, strengthen bonds, and protect hair from future stress. So, as you’re setting intentions for the new year, make a commitment to keep your healthiest hair ever. Explore popular hair goals and see how OLAPLEX can help you reach them in the new year. 

For Softer and More Moisturized Hair This New Year

Getting winter hair back to its soft, moisturized state might seem like a difficult feat. The cold weather strips your hair of moisture which should be replenished at the base level through a full hair routine that leaves your hair feeling strong.

It’s important to keep your hair type in mind when choosing which products are best suited for your routine. If you have fine hair, start by cleansing with N°.4 Fine Bond Maintenance® Shampoo, an ultra-light volumizing shampoo designed for fine hair which is clinically proven to strengthen, repair, and prevent future hair damage. This pairs perfectly with N°.5 Fine Bond Maintenance® Conditioner, which leaves the hair smooth without weighing it down. For thicker or textured hair where additional hydration is needed, the Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner are best suited. If your hair needs a little extra hydration after the shower, you may also want to check out the Nº.5 Leave-In Moisturize & Mend Leave-In Conditioner, which instantly hydrates and seals split ends.

For added moisturization consider adding a hair mask to your routine. The Rich Hydration Mask works best on thick or textured hair, using Biometric Cuticle Technology to lock in intense hydration and strength to seal hair cuticles from the inside. For more fine hair, try the Weightless Nourishing Mask, which provides hydration at the cuticle level without weighing down the hair. Style with the Nº.6 Bond Smoother® to create smoother, softer blow-dries and more defined air-dried styles, and the famous OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ to smooth flyaways. 

If Your New Year’s Resolution Is a Healthier Scalp

Healthy hair starts at the scalp. If your resolution is to set the stage for a healthy scalp, start by cleansing with either number N°.4 Fine Bond Maintenance® Shampoo, or Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo, depending on your hair type. The richly lathering formula gently yet thoroughly cleanses every hair type without stripping or drying to maintain a hydrated scalp and hair. Finish with the N°.5 Fine Bond Maintenance® Conditioner or Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to hydrate from root to tip.

Give your hair extra support with the Weightless Nourishing Mask for fine hair, or the Rich Hydration Mask for thicker or more textured hair. And to ensure your hair stays hydrated long after your shower, the Nº.5 Leave-In Moisturize & Mend Leave-In Conditioner is a good option, sealing cuticles and softening the hair instantly. 

Sometimes when caring for the skin less is more, you don’t want to overwhelm your scalp with products, so styling should be kept simple and hydrating. Stay away from intense heat and products with a lot of chemicals, and be sure to finish with OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ for added hydration and smoothness. 

New Year, More Voluminous Hair

If your goal for the new year is to get more voluminous hair, start your routine similarly to the others, with a cleanse of N°.4 Fine Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and N°.5 Fine Bond Maintenance® Conditioner for thin or fine hair, or Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner for thicker or more textured hair. This ensures that the hair is hydrated and cleansed without being weighed down by its natural movement. For the ultimate hydration, treat with the Weightless Nourishing Mask for fine hair, or the Rich Hydration Mask for thicker or more textured hair.

Now that the hair has been set up for success, it’s time to style, and that’s where the real volume comes in. Blow dry with the Volumizing Blow Dry Mist to create soft, voluminous, visibly healthy blowouts with lasting body and bounce. The weightless formula protects hair from styling damage and heat up to 450ºF/232ºC, leaving blow-dried styles feeling smooth and hair feeling strong. For an extra touch of shine, finish off with the OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™.

Ring in the New Year with Shinier Hair

To achieve the goal of shinier hair this New Year, cleanse the hair with N°.4 Fine Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and N°.5 Fine Bond Maintenance® Conditioner for thin or fine hair, or Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner for thicker or more textured hair, and treat with either the Weightless Nourishing Mask for fine hair, or the Rich Hydration Mask for thicker or more textured hair to give the hair a smooth texture and radiant look.

Style with Nº.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum, which is an ultra-lightweight, heat-protective hair styling serum that creates a satin shine and lasting style retention while reducing tangles and static. Finish with OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ to boost shine and softness, while also reducing breakage. 

Your Best Hair Begins with Confidence

Great hair starts with healthy habits and self-belief. With consistent use of OLAPLEX’s bond-building system, you’re not only strengthening your hair, you’re also building confidence from the inside out.

Every act of care contributes to something greater. Incorporating OLAPLEX into your daily routine builds a mindset rooted in foundational hair health, and a commitment to defying damage before it starts, which is key to ensure healthy-looking or healthy-feeling hair.

Whether you’re focusing on repair, shine, smoothness, or strength, make sure you set your 2026 hair goals with intention. Explore solutions personalized to your needs through the Shop by Hair Goal hub to make sure you’re getting the most essential haircare for your New Years goals and establishing your best winter haircare routine.

• Winter is the perfect time to refresh your look with rich, seasonal hair colors like chestnut brown, icy blonde, or mulled wine that complement your undertones.
• Choosing the right winter hair color depends on factors like your skin undertones, maintenance preferences, and overall hair health.
• Protect your winter hair color and keep it healthy by using pre-shampoo treatments, moisturizing shampoos and conditioners, weekly hydrating masks, and leave-in stylers.

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• Why Update Your Hair Color for the Winter?

• The Best Winter Hair Colors

• How to Choose the Right Winter Shade for You

• How to Care for Winter Hair

The Best Winter Hair Colors and How to Care for Them

Do the changing seasons also make you want to change your hair? Explore the best winter hair colors and find out how to care for them.

Why Update Your Hair Color for the Winter?

There are a few reasons why you might want to hit the salon for a new hair color in the winter:

• Style shifts: Many winter wardrobes incorporate deeper hues like burgundy or emerald. Updating your hair color can better match these cozy winter tones. 
• Less sunshine: As the temperatures drop and you spend more time inside, you might start to lose that energetic summer glow. A new hair color can better complement your winter skin tone. 
• Holiday inspiration: Festive events and spending more time around family might make you ready for a bold hair update. 
• New year, new look: The new year rolling in might inspire you to try out a new hair color. Why not change it up? 

The Best Winter Hair Colors

If you’re ready for a color change, whether you’re looking for winter blondes or brunettes, consider these exciting winter hair trends:

Chestnut Brown

This timeless brown winter hair color is beautifully highlighted by its vibrant red undertones. Chestnut brown is a versatile hair color and looks great if you have warm or neutral undertones.

Icy Blonde

Many people associate darker hair with the winter—but believe it or not, blonde shades are still perfect for the season. If you’re looking for a bright winter hair color, a silver-toned icy blonde is perfect for frosty days. An icy blonde will look best on you if you have cooler undertones.

Caramel Highlights

If you want to subtly refresh your hair and have warmer undertones, try caramel highlights. Caramel highlights will add gorgeous winter dimension to your hair and will look great on brunettes or darker blondes. 

Mulled Wine 

For a winter hair color that’s a little more dramatic, try a mulled wine shade. Inspired by spiced winter drinks, it blends purple and red colors for a rich, eye-catching look. This winter hair color will look best on those with cooler undertones.

Espresso Brunette

Perfect for neutral undertones, espresso hair is a deep brown color that almost appears black. Typically, it's created with a warm dark brown as the foundation, highlighted with gentle lighter-brown shades to bring out depth and richness.

Smokey Ash Brown

Smokey ash brown is perfect for winter: its cool tones perfectly complement winter color palettes. It blends a deep brown with hints of muted gray or silver. Smokey ash brown hair will look best on you if you have cooler undertones.

Honey Blonde

If you have warm or neutral undertones and want to try blonde this season, try honey blonde. This color has hints of gold and copper for a glamorous and radiant look, perfect for brightening your winter look. 

How to Choose the Right Winter Shade for You

To choose the right winter hair color, you might want to consider the following:

• Maintenance: Some hair colors require more maintenance; for example, if you dye your hair bright blonde, it may require regular purple toning shampoo to remove brassiness. If you're looking to go longer between salon visits, choosing a shade that’s closer to your natural hair color can help it blend more smoothly as it grows out, making the transition feel more natural and less noticeable. 
• Undertones: Everyone has either warm, cool, or neutral undertones. Try to choose a shade that complements your skin tone. If you’re not sure what your undertones are, look at your wrist in the sunlight. If you notice blue or purple veins, you likely have cool undertones. Greenish veins mean you have warm undertones, and a mix of blue and green means you have neutral undertones. Your stylist can also help blend your winter hair color to better match your undertones. 
• Your hair health: Hair that’s extremely damaged might not be ready for dyes or extreme lightening. If you’re concerned about the state of your hair, talk to your stylist or find out how to manage damaged hair at home. 

How to Care for Winter Hair

Hair is prone to dryness in the winter due to less moisture in the air, and chemical treatments like dye can potentially lead to damage. But don’t worry, you can combat dry, damaged hair with the right hair products:

Try a Pre-Shampoo Treatment

Start with N°.0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment to prime your hair for deeper hair, rebuild hair bonds, strengthen it, and protect hair integrity. Use it as a two-part system with N°.3 Hair Perfector® to reduce breakage and visibly strengthen hair. N°.3 will also restore a healthy appearance and texture to hair. 

Use the Right Shampoo and Conditione

Use a shampoo and conditioner that’s clinically proven to reduce breakage and leave hair smoother, more conditioned, and easier to detangle. Reach for N°.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo, a highly moisturizing shampoo that nourishes, strengthens, and repairs. Once you’ve rinsed out N°.4, use N°.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to hydrate, repair, and strengthen your hair.

For blondes, use a purple shampoo and conditioner like N°.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo and N°.5P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Conditioner. After one use, these shampoos and conditioners neutralize brassiness and boost brightness while strengthening and hydrating hair.

Treat Your Hair with a Hair Mask

Give your hair a weekly moisturizing boost with a hair mask. Hydrate and volumize fine to medium hair with the Weightless Nourishing Mask. This mask offers lightweight hydration through 5 washes.* For medium to coarse hair, hydrate and control frizz with the Rich Hydration Mask. This mask also provides hydration that lasts through 5 washes.** Both of these masks can be used weekly in place of conditioner. Still not sure which mask is right for you? Take the Mask Quiz today!

Opt for the Right Styling Treatments

Help your winter hair look its best at holiday parties and beyond with N°.6 Bond Smoother® and OLAPLEX N°.7 Bonding Oil™.  N°.6 is a leave-in styling treatment that adds moisture, strengthens, and reduces frizz for up to 72 hours. Use it on damp hair to speed up blow-dry time while smoothing, softly define and smooth air-dried curls. For maximum shine, softness, and color vibrancy, try OLAPLEX N°.7 Bonding Oil™. This weightless hair styling oil also reduces breakage and provides 450°F/232ºC heat protection.

Transform your hair this winter with OLAPLEX. Discover our winter haircare bestsellers, or take the Hair Quiz to get a personalized haircare routine.

*On virgin hair tresses

**On bleached hair tresses

Sources

1. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/02/20/style/dry-winter-hair-solutions.html 

• Winter weather can leave hair dry, brittle, and prone to breakage, so adding moisture and protection is essential for maintaining healthy strands.
• OLAPLEX® treatments like Nº.0, Nº.3, and Bond Maintenance® products help rebuild and hydrate hair while protecting it from cold-weather stress.
• Weekly masks, protective serums like Nº.9, and scalp care treatments such as Nº.0.5 Scalp Longevity Treatment can restore hydration, reduce frizz, and soothe dryness all season long.
  

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• For Winter Hair Breakage and Damage Use OLAPLEX Nº.0 and OLAPLEX Nº.3 Hair Perfector®
• For Dry and Dehydrated Cold Weather Hair Use Weightless Nourishing Mask or Rich Hydration Mask
• For Dull Winter Hair Use OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ and Nº.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum
• Prevent Winter Frizz and Static Use Nº.6 Bond Smoother® and OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™
• To Manage a Dry Scalp Use Nº.0.5 Scalp Longevity Treatment
• For Loss of Volume Use Nº.4FINE Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Conditioner

Winter Haircare Tips: How to Manage Dry Hair, an Itchy Scalp, and More

An often-overlooked time of year for haircare, cold weather is incredibly harsh on hair. Summer is known for the beating sunlight that fades and scorches the hair. On the opposite side of the coin, winter weather causes hair that is devoid of moisture, creating an incredibly dry climate that leads to damaged hair. Drastic temperature changes can also cause trauma to the hair, like hot, steamy showers during the cold winter or even strong winds tangling and drying out the hair, leading to breakage. These environmental stressors don’t include heat styling, mechanical styling, and chemical damage done during this season, either.

Lack of moisture is the true winter hair blues culprit, and while many think this just means dry hair, it really is a domino effect. When hair is dry, it’s rough and crunchy, but it eventually evolves into breakage when unaddressed. When it comes to moisture, the OLAPLEX line is packed with products that both rebuild broken hair and moisturize. OLAPLEX is perfect for all hair textures, whether you’re looking for curly or straight winter haircare routine. Use these winter haircare tips to address common cold-weather woes.

For Winter Hair Breakage and Damage Use OLAPLEX Nº.0 and OLAPLEX Nº.3 Hair Perfector®

 Dry winter air can make hair more brittle and prone to breakage and split ends. To prevent winter hair damage and breakage, look for treatments that prioritize strengthening and bond-building technology. Start off by applying Nº.0 onto the hair as a primer until damp, then comb through to ensure coverage. Leave on for ten minutes, then apply Nº.3 directly on top, combing through to fully saturate. Leave it on for ten minutes, then shampoo with Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo, which nourishes, moisturizes, and repairs hair. Pair it with Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to strengthen, repair, and hydrate your hair. Once a week, in place of conditioner, try the Rich Hydration Mask if you have medium to thick hair.

Those with fine hair should use a shampoo that will volumize while strengthening it, like Nº.4FINE Bond Maintenance® Shampoo. Follow with Nº.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Conditioner, which weightlessly hydrates and nourishes hair while building lasting volume, body, and bounce. Use the Weightless Nourishing Mask for fine to medium hair once a week instead of Nº.5FINE to reduce and prevent breakage.

The right leave-in and styling products can help mitigate breakage and damage. Try Nº.5 LEAVE-IN™ Moisturize and Mend Leave-In Conditioner to moisturize, seal split ends, and protect hair. Once you apply the leave-in conditioner to the ends of the hair, follow with a weightless styling hair oil like OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ to strengthen and prevent breakage.

For Dry and Dehydrated Cold Weather Hair Use Weightless Nourishing Mask or Rich Hydration Mask

 Yes, your hair is thirsty. This is the time of year everyone’s hair gets a little rough around the edges. That’s because cold outdoor air plus dry indoor heating can strip your hair of moisture. Use a mask once a week in place of conditioner for extra hydration, like the Weightless Nourishing Mask or the Rich Hydration Mask. If you have fine to medium hair, cleanse your hair with Nº.4FINE Bond Maintenance® Shampoo, leave the Weightless Nourishing Mask on for 3-5 minutes, then rinse well. Don’t forget to use Nº.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Conditioner on days when you’re not using the Weightless Nourishing Mask.

Those with medium to coarse hair can wash their hair with Nº.4 and Nº.5. On days when you don’t use the Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner, apply the Rich Hydration Mask, and leave it on for 3-5 minutes. Don’t forget to rinse well. Still not sure which hair mask is right for you? Take the Mask Quiz today!

Don’t forget to use moisturizing leave-in products for dry winter hair. A hydrating styling cream like Nº.6 Bond Smoother® will become your go-to to soften and hydrate hair. Pair it with OLAPLEX Nº.7 for soft, healthy-looking hair.

For Dull Winter Hair Use OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ and Nº.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum

 All hair types are prone to dullness in the winter. If you have lighter-colored hair, you might notice dullness a bit more, but don't worry—there are easy ways to bring back its shine! In cold weather, low moisture within the strands reduces natural oils and can make your hair lose luster. Cleanse with a shampoo like Nº.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo® to nourish hair, leaving it smoother and shinier. Follow with Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to boost shine. If you have fine hair, Nº.4FINE and Nº.5FINE will detangle and smooth hair while building lasting volume, body, and bounce.

Say goodbye to dull winter hair with the right styling products. Add the Nº.9 styling serum to your winter haircare routine for a satin shine that protects color. Apply to damp hair right before styling to protect the hair from environmental damage and heat up to 450ºF. Pair it with OLAPLEX Nº.7 to boost shine and color vibrancy.

Prevent Winter Frizz and Static Use Nº.6 Bond Smoother® and OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™

Static and flyaways are common winter hair concerns. The lack of humidity, combined with more frequent wear of hats and scarves, makes your strands more susceptible to static and frizz. Add our favorite styling combination to your winter haircare routine: OLAPLEX Nº.6 and OLAPLEX Nº.7. Together, these products repair the hair internally while moisturizing, smoothing, adding shine, and protecting from heat up to 450ºF. Keep this hair oil handy in your bag for touch-ups throughout the day. A couple of dabs of oil through your hair will keep it silky and repaired in between treatments. OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ also controls frizz and flyaways for sleek, healthy-looking winter hairstyles.

Curly-haired folks know windy weather can make hair extra frizzy. Not with OLAPLEX Nº.6 Bond Smoother, however. Nº.6 reduces frizz for up to 72 hours, making it your not-so-secret defense against frizz. 

To Manage a Dry Scalp Use Nº.0.5 Scalp Longevity Treatment

Winter conditions like low humidity and dry winds can contribute to a dry, itchy scalp. To hydrate and soothe your scalp, try OLAPLEX Nº.0.5 Scalp Longevity Treatment. This scalp treatment promotes soft, shiny, visibly healthy hair while strengthening and protecting the scalp barrier and microbiome.

Start with Nº.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo® in the shower. This shampoo gently cleanses without stripping or drying to keep your hair and scalp hydrated. Finish with Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to condition and moisturize your ends, or for deep hydration, try a hair mask like the Rich Hydration Mask or Weightless Nourishing Mask. Use Nº.05 directly on your scalp before styling wet hair or as an overnight treatment on dry hair. For best results, use it three times a week. For a boost of shine and softness on dull winter days, apply OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ to the ends of damp or dry hair.

For Loss of Volume Use Nº.4FINE Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Conditioner

In the winter, fine hair is prone to volume loss. Heavy conditioners or even outerwear can weigh down your hair. Use an ultra-light shampoo that volumizes and strengthens fine hair like Nº.4FINE Bond Maintenance® Shampoo. Don’t forget to use it with Nº.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Conditioner, which weightlessly hydrates, nourishes, and helps build lasting volume, body, and bounce.

If you have medium or coarse hair that needs a volume boost, Nº.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo® will gently cleanse, nourish, and detangle strands. Follow with Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner, which nourishes and makes hair more manageable with every wash.

Using the right hair mask can also help add volume to your hair in the winter. The Weightless Nourishing Mask was formulated specifically for fine to medium hair and provides instant volume that lasts all day. Just use it in place of your conditioner once per week for lightweight hydration that lasts through 5 washes.*

Make this your best winter haircare season yet with OLAPLEX. Explore more winter haircare products or discover trending winter hair colors.

*On virgin hair tresses

Sources

1. https://www.realsimple.com/beauty-fashion/skincare/dry-scalp 

But wait that’s not all! Did you know that, 7) Men produce 6x more of the hormones responsible for hair loss than women. And... 8) 1 single strand of hair can support up to 6.5 pounds of weight. That means a whole head of hair could support up to 2 tonnes!

And last but not least, a common sense fact that may need to be reiterated due to the prevalence of fad diets, 10) Crash dieting can cause hair loss! Amongst the many causes of sudden hair loss, crash dieting can cause hair loss too! Hair loss is not caused by any specific diet, but by a shortage of nutrients. This is an obvious by-product of certain diets that demand a huge reduction in the intake of certain nutrients. And that concludes our 10 facts about hair loss! While some may be more known than others, we hope you took something away from our first hair blog post!

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Customers have reported relief from scalp psoriasis concerns using the SNI hair oil up to 85%. Founder of SNI natural hair care, Sofia, took this product to the market after it cleared her extreme scalp psoriasis, hair loss, and frizzy hair. Her psoriasis was gone for a few weeks before returning, but when the psoriasis did return it was less than what it used to be. The longer Sofia used the product, the longer it took to come back and each time coming back less and less to barely nothing.

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Now, when silicone based oils are used, they gradually build up, making the hair feel heavy, flat and lifeless. When this happens, the only way to remove this build-up is with a strong, clarifying shampoo. These shampoos are usually sulfate based, meaning they can strip oils from the scalp. When this happens, your scalp can be prone to itching and flaking, and your hair can become rough, dry and frizzy. If you reach for your silicone-based conditioners and serums and you know you’ll be starting the whole stripping-your-hair-of-healthy-oils process all over again.

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2. Read labels

3. Cold water rinse

4. Silk pillowcase

5. Apply an oil or mask treatment weekly.

6. Use Rice Water to Grow Your Hair

1. take ½ cup of uncooked rice.
2. rinse thoroughly.
3. place rice in a bowl with 2–3 cups of water.
4. leave to soak for 30 minutes.
5. strain the rice water into a clean bowl.
6. For better results, leave in a warm place for 24 hours to ferment.
7. Use within 48 hours

Protein

Eggs

Protein is a primary component of hair, so you need to eat protein-based foods like eggs to keep your hair healthy. In addition to protein, eggs are a great source of biotin and other B vitamins that help control hair loss. The protein present in eggs is considered high quality protein and is excellent for hair growth and hair strength. Tip: For maximum results, eat both the egg white and yolk. Egg white has a protein that encourages protein absorption in the body. Try to eat one egg daily or every other day. You can eat scrambled, fried or boiled eggs, depending on your preference.

Chicken

Salmon

Lentils

Greek Yoghurt

Leafy Greens & Vegetables

Sweet Potato

Spinach

Broccoli

Carrots

All types of Berries

Bananas

Grapefruit

Healthy Fats

Avocados

 

Peanut Butter

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1.Brushing wet hair

2.Towel Drying

• Make sure you press and don’t rub your hair to dry it
• Use a microfiber towel, as they absorb the right amount of moisture from your hair

3.Over-styling

4.Hair colouring

5. Don’t use more shampoo than you need

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So what should you use instead?

Doesn’t Require Rubbing. You don’t need to rub a microfiber towel around your strands to get out excess moisture. Just wait on it and let it do its thing. Minimal friction means you won’t experience breakage or make your split ends worse.

How to Use The SNI Frizz-Eaze Turbie

Why Skipping the Conditioner Is Destroying Your Hair?

1. Avoid Thinning Hair Avoiding conditioner makes your hair more prone to breakage, which can lead to the appearance of thinning hair.
2. Hydrate Your Hair Just like you moisturise the skin on your face and body, you should moisturise your hair with conditioner. Lathering on a moisturising conditioner for hair can help seal the cuticle, minimize frizz and increase the appearance of fullness and volume.
3. Hair Needs Protection Chemically treated hair and hot styling tools tend to dry your hair. Regular conditioning helps protect your locks from the damage blow dryers, curling irons and flat irons can cause. Good hair conditioners with UV protection shield your strands from the sun’s harmful rays and reduce colour fading.
4. Say Goodbye to Tangles Conditioning regularly makes combing through knots and snags less painful. When hair has been conditioned, it’s easier to detangle damp strands without damaging the cuticle. Your hair will be softer and smoother, making it easier to brush and style
5. Increase Elasticity and Shine When your hair is dry and damaged, brittle strands may break off. Conditioning nourishes and strengthens the hair shaft to improve elasticity. When your hair is healthy and smooth, it will have a more natural luster—and take less time to style!

1. It is a known to irritant skin. SLS is thought to irritate the skin by disrupting the natural oils that maintain the skin's integrity. This not only leads to direct damage, but also reduces the skin's ability to keep out allergens. It also strips hair of moisture, making it more prone to frizz.
2. It has corrosive properties. According to the American College of Toxicity, this includes corrosion of the fats and proteins that make up skin and muscle. SLS can be found in garage floor cleaners, engine degreasers, and car wash soaps. So, you can imagine the harsh and damaging effects it's having on your hair.
3. Long-term permeation of the body’s tissues. A study from the University of Georgia Medicine showed that SLS had the power to permeate the eyes, brain, heart, and liver.
4. It’s an eye irritant. It causes uncomfortable stinging if you get any in your eyes when you’re rinsing out your hair.
5. Manufacturing process is highly polluting, emitting cancer-causing volatile organic compounds, sulfur compounds, and air particulates.
6. It helps other chemicals get into your body. SLS is a penetration enhancer, meaning that its molecules are so small they’re able to cross the membranes of your body’s cells. Once cells are compromised, they become more vulnerable to other toxic chemicals that may be with the SLS.

• SLS free - Wave goodbye to chemically foamed Shampoo. Free of Sodium Laureth Sulfate which means it won't foam up so much as regular Shampoos, and reverses the harmful effects of regular Shampoo.
• 93.5% Natural Plant based - Suitable alternative for those who do not want to place hazardous chemical on their hair and skin.
• Silicone & Paraban free - Minimises allergic reactions to the scalp.
• Main ingredient 'Oat Protein' - This uplifting, naturally scented shampoo focuses on restoring protein structure and health of each strand as well as cleansing the scalp effectively without foaming.

• SLS free / 93.5% Natural Plant based & Silicone & Paraban free
• Superfood Shampoo - This formula uses 3 special natural ingredients (Horsetail extract, Baobab oil and sandalwood) known by scientists to help hair loss and growth. You can call this our superfood shampoo as it contains all the Omegas 3,6 and 9, antioxidants, vitamins A,D,E and F as well as a rich source of Silica.
• 6 Plant Based Oils - Our Miracle Growth Conditioner is powered with 6 plant based oils, a natural plant alternative to silicone called Cationic honey. The Pro vitamin B5 and Olive Squalene helps promote longer, thicker and stronger hair.

Click here to check out our Turbie & Protein Boost Bundles.

Say No to Tight Buns & Ponytails

Frequent Scalp Massage

Change to a Quality Shampoo

Let your Hair Breathe

Why is Rice Water so beneficial?

Why you need the SNI Rice Water VS home made Rice Water?

The Miracle Growth Shampoo Conditioner Set is our best selling Shampoo Conditioner Duo. The key active ingredients are Baobab, Horsetail and Sandalwood. Our base formula uses coconut derivatives other harsh SLS chemicals and the SNI Miracle Growth Conditioner contains a variety of conditioning oils as well as Cationic Honey. 

What our customers have to say about Miracle Growth,

samiatahir786 (verified owner) – 23rd April 2020

Background on Sulphur

• Meat and poultry: especially beef, ham, chicken, duck, turkey, and organ meats like heart and liver
• Fish and seafood: most types of fish, as well as shrimp, scallops, mussels, and prawns
• Legumes: especially soybeans, black beans, kidney beans, split peas, and white beans
• Nuts and seeds: especially almonds, Brazil nuts, peanuts, walnuts, and pumpkin and sesame seeds
• Eggs and dairy: whole eggs, cheddar, Parmesan and gorgonzola cheese, and cow’s milk
• Dried fruit: especially dried peaches, apricots, sultanas, and figs
• Certain vegetables: particularly asparagus, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, red cabbage, leeks, onion, radishes, turnip tops, and watercress
• Certain grains: especially pearl barley, oats, wheat, and flour made from these grains
• Certain beverages: particularly beer, cider, wine, coconut milk, and grape and tomato juice
• Condiments and spices: especially horseradish, mustard, marmite, curry powder, and ground ginger

Sulphur & Hair

The Product That Started The Entire SNI Journey!

Don't you just hate it when NOTHING works! This is exactly how we felt for several years whilst suffering with extreme hair loss, hair frizz and scalp psoriasis! We decided something had to be done and formulated the PERFECT Hair Oil; SNI Natural Hydrating And Nourishing Growth Hair Oil! 

Why The SNI Hair Oil Is So Unique

1. No waste, no mess pump that can easily control the amount of product you need for your hair/eyebrows/nails!
2. Has been known to reduce severity of conditions such as Scalp Psoriasis, Eczema, Flaky Scalp & Other such Scalp Conditions in our customers as per feedback.
3. Does not strip your hair colour and keeps your colour looking vibrant for longer.
4. 100 % Plant based natural formula – free of parabens, silicones, sulphates, petroleum products, dyes or synthetic perfumes.
5. Slows down hair loss including stress related hair loss amongst other causes as per feedback from our customers.
6. Super penetrating lightweight hair serum like oil that is easy to wash out, has a beautiful scent and doesn't leave the hair looking greasy.

Why The SNI Hair Oil Works?

1. Blood circulation flow at the scalp to encourage hair growth,
2. Feed the scalp with much needed nutrients,
3. Keep the scalp healthy to ensure growth is not inhibited due to blocked follicles and an unhealthy scalp,
4. To relax and reduce some stress related hair loss,
5. Strengthens hair due to the lightweight, penetrative action of the SNI hair oil formula and not just on the surface like thick oils.

How Long Does It Take To See Results?

sum-sum (verified owner) – 25th September 2020

I have been using this oil since it first launched and it’s been the best thing ever! So lightweight but so awesome!

imagesbynesha (verified owner) – 25th September 2020

I love the oil, I have extremely frizzy fine hair and a dry scalp. I apply this on my hair and scalp after I washed my hair. Leaves my hair silky and smooth.

tyrahazad (verified owner) – 24th September 2020

This product is a game changer. I suffer from psoriasis of the scalp. I used to itch and scratch my scalp to the point I made it sore fro kitne blood marks. Now it has improved so much since using this oil.I have used many other products some medicated too. But nothing has worked as well as this oil. I keep repurchasing it as it is really worth it. I oil my hair once a week and some time I may just apply some during the week as it is so light and doesn’t over grease. It washes out like a dream unlike traditional oils which feel like you still have oil in your hair. I use this alongside the shampoo and conditioner and hair mists which. I love too. This is really good for coloured hair too makes the colour last ages. This oil is worth it and the price point is really reasonable compared to other oils. The new rice spray is another amazing product. Loving that too.

shaista1110 (verified owner) – 31st August 2020

I first saw this product advertised on Instagram so naturally I was a little sceptical about whether I should purchase and if the results would be near as good as they looked from reading the reviews below. I decided to purchase and give it a go anyhow. I need not have worried I have now been using this oil for over 3 months and it is by far the best oil I have EVER used. Having used many different oils from amla to argan oil (all greasy and had a very strong smell – I used to hate putting in my hair and would avoid using as much as I could). I can tell you their is no oil better than this. It’s already helped to reduce my hair loss, strengthen my hair and bring back my curls all whilst on continued medication. And best of all it even smells great and is non-greasy. I enjoy using this oil and apply it the night before I shower (max 3 times a week) and it works wonders. Try it and you won’t be disappointed! Alhamodillah. JazakAllah for bringing out such a wonderful hair oil.

samiatahir786 (verified owner) – 23rd April 2020

I’ve been using the sni miracle growth shampoo and conditioner and your oil after i have showered and once or twice a week nourish oil onto my scalp at night for over 4 months and it has cleared a scalp condition I had. I used to get spots and scabs and itching in my head. The doctors gave me many shampoos and medications over the years. 5 months ago before I started using theShampoo the dermatologist gave me a pill that is very strong and harmful at the same time . Whilst taking the pill I am not allowed to wax thread laser nothing at all hair removal wise. Nor conceive if I wanted to, my skin will become dry and also affect my hormones and will have to have regular blood test.I read reviews about your shampoo and ordered the travel size and it did miracles. It did what is said on the bottle “a miracle”. I no longer have the scalp condition and nor did need to take the pill. I seriously highly recommend anyone suffering from the same condition as it very common and people do not like to talk about it as it can be embarrassing please try the products you will love it. I also got asked by family members at a party if I had extension in my hair as my hair looked longer.

saimayunis (verified owner) – 7th March 2020

The Snioil is the best oil so far my husband used. He started losing hair 4 years ago and had bald patch.He started using the SNI oil and hair loss stopped. There was growth of hair on the bald patch.

You can read these and more on the website product page reviews section. As you can see below, consistency is key. Ongoing care for your hair is a commitment which will pay off.

In general, hair becomes stronger, less prone to damage and breakage, longer, and thicker. We ask our customers to commit to a minimum of 90 days and more with their SNI Hair Care. Although many healthy customers will see a difference quite quickly, those with underlying causes as well need to use more consistently than those who do not. Those who are postpartum, have had an accident or other trauma in life will have to be more consistent than those who have not and so on. A combination of one or more of these factors requires even more dedication. Regardless, you can see the difference a complete full SNI hair care routine can have over 12 months below. The length of time of neglect is also a factor. Someone who has not treated their hair and scalp to a good routine over many years with other factors such as having had children, deficiencies, losing a loved one will have a different journey to those who have had factors start very recently. This is why we say, hair and skin care, weight management and so on) care is a journey not a destination!

How Should I Use SNI Hair Oil?

Several ways– ONE 100% NATURAL ORGANIC VEGAN FORMULA

1. Recommended for Intense Nourish for Growth & Hair Loss issues:

2. Protection + Recovery:

3. Healthy finish: Finishing treatment:

4. Perfect for a nearly instant hair loss reduction #Proteinboostmask or #Aloeboostmask:

5. Pre-wash Recovery:

SHAMPOO - This is to be applied to your scalp only. Thoroughly wet your hair first, then lather shampoo into your palms and work into your roots. Rinse out then follow with conditioner.

CONDITIONER - Many people use conditioner all over their hair and wonder why they still have greasy hair after coming out the shower. You should only apply conditioner to the ends of your hair. Rinse out with cold water.

 DO I REALLY NEED CONDITIONER? This is a question we get asked a lot! The simple answer is yes, you do need conditioner. Without it, your hair can become dried out, prone to frizz and breakage. Conditioner adds nutrients and shine to your hair. It hydrates and restores moisture back into the hair follicles.

If you have thin silky hair, then we recommend using at least 1 pump at the ends of your hair.

For more you can download our free ebook here.

How long does the inversion method take and how it works

How can be incorporated with SNI Natural Hair Growth Oil.

You will know as an existing customer and follower that our best seller is the SNI Hydrating and Nourishing Growth Oil, and we have developed many products since then but this new product is definitely something as reveloutionary as our ongoing best seller and we can not wait for the official launch!

There are many benefits of rice water and it has been proven by science that rice water is high in protein. Since our hair strands are 90% protein, known as keratin, the richness of the protein aids in repairing broken or damaged hair strands. When our hair is stronger we are able to retain more length.

Fermented rice water is also rich in Pietra. This is a substance that is produced during the fermentation process (we will discuss more about this later). This substance promotes cell regeneration for your scalp and hair strands. As a result it promotes hair growth and reduces the aging process of your hair strands.

Fermented rice water is a great staple to add within your natural hair regimen because of all its benefits. It provides overall protection for our strands by strengthening roots, adding luster & shine, promoting hair growth, and prevents grey hairs.

Now, lets talk about how to use it, especially in regards to

HOW TO USE RICE WATER FOR HAIR GROWTH

BEFORE SHAMPOOING

The best time to use the rice water mixture is before shampooing. Using it this way will give your hair the full benefits. Start by putting the rice water in a spray bottle and spritz it directly onto your scalp. Next, massage the mixture in. Massaging it in allows the nutrients to seep into the hair follicles. In addition, it will promote blood circulation so that nutrients are able to reach the follicles. Next, apply it along the length of your hair strands. Then work it in, using the praying hands method. The rice water will seep into your hair cuticles and provide the nutrients to your hair strands.

RINSE

You can also use it as a rinse. To use the rice water as a rinse, apply the mixture all over your hair and scalp. Allow the mixture to sit for 15 – 20 minutes. Then rinse it out thoroughly with warm water. Next, you should follow up by using a deep conditioner on your hair. The deep conditioner will add moisture back into your hair in order to balance out the protein from the fermented rice water rinse.

It is important to take into consideration if you have low porosity hair, because low porosity hair can only intake so much protein. Also, if you hair is protein sensitive the rice water may make your feel hair dryer since it is rich in amino acids. Lastly, the method that you choose to make your rice water, whether it is boiling or letting it sit overnight, can yield different results as well. Everybody’s hair type, texture and porosity are different. With trial and error, you will find which method of rice water works for your hair, so that you can benefit and increase your hair growth.

Do you use rice water in your hair? Let us know in the comments below about your experience. If you enjoyed this article subscribe to our blog to be notified when we add new natural hair care articles.

As stated before, fermented rice water is rich in vitamins such as antioxidants, vitamin B, biotin, vitamin E and yeast called Pitera.

Pitera has been used as an anti-aging elixir in Asia for centuries. This natural ingredient promotes cell regeneration and helps the skin remain youthful and elastic.

The vitamin E content of rice water also packs in a punch for anti-aging and skin brightening.

A 2018 study found rice water to exhibit in vitro anti-oxidant and elastase inhibitory effect.

The gel formulations containing 96% fermented rice water were found to be biocompatible to human skin.

Tame frizzy hair

The rich protein content in rice water deep-conditions the hair, making it smoother, softer and more manageable.

Inositol carbohydrate in rice water reduces surface friction and makes hair easier to detangle while also improving hair elasticity

Japanese women use rice water once a week as a final rinse to keep their shiny black hair even more beautiful.

How to use rice water for dry frizzy hair

• Clean your hair with a sulfate free shampoo.
• After rinsing it clean, pour rice water (recipe as given above) over the hair.
• Massage and allow it to soak in for a few minutes.
• Rinse off using warm water and follow up with a silicone-free conditioner.
• You can also use rice water as a final rinse post washing. Let the hair air dry. The protein and inositol in rice water will fill in the hair shaft and rearrange cuticles so that they reflect more light. This makes hair shinier and smoother.

We understand that this is of course not an ideal situation, but the safest and most important thing we can all do right now is stay at home, protect the NHS and save lives.

Whilst majority of us are all at home right now, we thought we would emphasise the importance of a haircare routine and really taking care of your hair and what better time to give your hair some TLC than now.

Often in our beauty routines, haircare is generally the most neglected. Just how we have a routine on how we care for our skin by cleansing, toning and using moisturiser - a similiar set of rules applies to our hair which requires our love and attention if we want it to look and feel its best.

Its important to understand that in order to maintain our hairs health, we need to look after it and ensure we are using prod

We wanted to reach out to our customers and do something fun to lighten the atmosphere and distract our minds from all of this - even if it is just for a few minutes. (and there may even be a sneaky giveaway at the end of this post!).

How Stress Causes Hair Loss

Types of Stress Related Hair Loss

1. Alopecia areata

2. Telogen effluvium

3. Trichotillomania

How to Stop Hair Loss Due to Stress

Reducing Emotional and Physical Stress

• The type of exercise you do is up to you – when it comes to relieving stress, try to find something you enjoy, whether it’s walking, running, swimming, cycling, dancing or rock climbing.
• You can also try to incorporate a yoga or meditation class into your weekly routine, as these have been proven to effectively reduce stress levels.

• Avoid doing anything too stimulating before bed. Don’t watch TV, stay away from your laptop and phone and don’t exercise or eat anything. Read a book or have a hot bath instead.
• Improve your sleep by getting into a regular sleep pattern – that is, waking up and going to bed at the same time every day. You should aim to be getting at least 7 to 8 hours sleep a night. Most smartphones have settings to set sleep and electronic break reminders and even reminders to drink enough water!

• If talking to a therapist isn’t something you’re interested in, then at least open up to a trusted friend or family member. There are also several support lines and forums such as mumset.com which you can take advantage off.

Promoting Healthy Hair Growth

• Eat enough protein. When your hair doesn’t get enough protein, it shuts down growth. As a result, when existing hair reaches the end of its cycle and naturally falls out (in a process known as catagen) it can seem as if you have less hair than normal.

Avoid low-calorie diets. Low-calorie diets often deprive your body of many of the vitamins, nutrients and healthy fats it needs to function properly and maintain healthy hair growth.

• In addition, rapid weight loss (as the result of following a low-calorie diet) can cause major physical stress to the body, which may trigger hair loss.
• Many high-fat, high-calorie foods are actually very good for you, provided you make the right choices. Things like nuts, avocados and oily fish are all high in monounsaturated fat, but they are also very healthy and should be eaten as part of a balanced diet.

Increase B vitamins and decrease A vitamins. B vitamins are necessary for healthy hair growth, so if you’re not getting enough of them as part of your diet, your hair could be affected. On the other hand, excess vitamin A can trigger hair loss, so you may need to cut back.

• In order to naturally increase your intake of B vitamins, eat more fish and lean meat, starchy vegetables and non-citrus fruits.

Increase protein intake

Protein is the building blocks of our living cells. When there is a deficiency in protein, our bodies ration out protein to the more important vital organs leaving our skin, nails and hair to suffer.

Don’t overstyle your hair. Overstyling is one of the biggest issues when it comes to healthy hair. Nowadays women are obsessed with blow-drying, straightening and curling using heated styling tools. These wreak havoc on the condition of hair.

• Try to minimize the use of styling tools.
• You should avoid playing with your hair too much.
• Don’t brush your hair too often either.
• Be careful when using color treatments on the hair, as they can quickly dry, damage and over-process your hair.

Take good care of your hair. Taking good care of your hair will contribute to its overall health, making it stronger and less prone to fall out.

• Switch over to plant based sulphate free shampoo conditioners. Make sure you avoid green washing products which falsely advertise a product as natural but use a very small percentage of the highlighted ingredient amongst many chemicals.
• Avoid washing your hair too often, as this can strip hair of natural oils, causing it become dry, brittle and prone to breaking as well as causing an oily scalp as the scalp compensated by producing more sebum which is the protective oil barrier. Every two to three days is a good schedule for most hair types.
• Also avoid using hair products with too many chemicals in them. Shampoos containing sulphates should be avoided as these are known to decrease follicle size and cause oily scalp and dry hair, and more natural, organic ingredients should be used.
• Keep your hair in good condition by getting it trimmed every six to eight weeks. This eliminates split ends and helps your hair to look and feel great.
• Dont forget the first step of any haircare is brushing your hair to avoid knots and tangles which can cause hair breakages and hair to be pulled out when brushing.

Last week Team SNI spoke about foods we should be eating for healthy hair on our blog. We talked about how the healthiest diet for your hair is one that is based on real, whole foods. Foods rich in iron, zinc, vitamin C, B vitamins, and omega-3 are most commonly linked to stronger and longer hair. After that blog post, we got a lot of questions regarding what foods to avoid when wanting to grow your hair.  Below we have accumulated a list of five foods you should stay clear from. Although you shouldn’t stop eating them all together, it is best to limit the following:

Sugar

 

Ah yes. Sugar. We all tend to have a love hate relationship with sugar and sweets, because although we all love it, an excess amount of sugar can be quite detrimental to your body–and to your lovely locks. Sugar hinders the absorption of protein  which is super important to include in your diet when wanting to grow your hair. Insulin levels can rise when consuming too much sugar which also increases androgen, a hormone that is known to shrink hair follicles. Be sure to read the ingredients in the back to make sure you are staying clear from hidden added sugar.

According to the American Heart Association, the maximum amount of added sugars you should eat in a day are:

• Men: 37.5 grams or 9 teaspoons which is equivalent to 150 calories per day
• Women:  25 grams or 6 teaspoons which is equivalent to 100 calories per day

Pasta & Other Starchy Foods

Refined over processed foods such as pasta can be detrimental to your hair health and can actually cause hair to thin out. This is because like sugar, refined starches are converted to sugar when consumed. Try to stay away from overly processed starches that can cause hair loss. Some other examples of starchy foods are white breads, cakes, and pastries. If you are craving pasta, try to resort to whole-grain options such as quinoa, brown rice, sweet potatoes, and vegetables. Unlike the refined carbs, these complex carbs actually do have to work in order to break down carbs, whereas refined carbs just get absorbed rapidly by the body. Therefore, stick to a whole and minimally refined carbs with low glycemic index as these foods are rich in fiber, biotin, protein and vitamins A, D and E.

Fizzy Drinks

This one is a no brainer–right? As you can see the pattern, fizzy drinks contain sugar. A lot of it.  Your whole day’s worth of sugar intake is in that one can of Coke, so stay clear because artificial sweeteners are linked to hair loss. If you want to drink something with your meals, opt for healthier options such as a fruit smoothie or all natural juices.

Fried Foods 

Fried foods translate to oily foods which can cause oily skin and an oily scalp. An oily scalp can cause clogged pores which is not good because this will not allow the hair to grow. Instead of frying, try to bake or roast your potatoes or vegetables with minimal oil.

Swordfish/ Fishes that Contain High Level of Mercury

Although fish is typically amazing for healthy hair, stay clear from swordfish and even some types of tuna because this it contains high amount of mercury which can lead to hair loss. Instead, opt for salmon or check the ingredients in the back of the tuna can so you are not consuming too much mercury.

This concludes our 5 foods you should avoid when trying to grow your hair. Remember, beauty comes from what you put inside your body as well as how you treat you hair. A combination of a healthy diet and a good hair regimen will do wonders for your hair!

Much Love & Until Next time,

Team SNI Natural Hair Care

Not cleaning your brush causes build up of product residue, dust mites, dead skin cells and oils. This can cause a dry and itchy scalp as well as making your hair greasy quicker.

When you buy our Protect & Shine Luxury Vegan Boar Brush, it comes with a handy little cleaning rake. Here is how to use it to clean your brush efficiently:

1. Add a few drops of micellar water on the brush and leave for 10-15
2. Now take the rake and make several strokes in the same direction. Change directions and repeat the process until most of the dust and residue has been removed.
3. Rinse off in like warm water
4. Place the brush upside down on a paper towel and leave to dry

As our brush has a wooden handle, avoid soaking it in water as this could damage the wood.

Available to purchase direct via our website here: https://snihaircare.co.uk/products/sni-protect-shine-vegan-boar-luxury-hair-brush

We understand washing your hair can feel like a chore and sometimes you skip hair wash day because of the thought of having to wash and dry your hair. But with our turbie, washing your hair couldn’t be easier! Cut the air drying time and hassle of blowdrying to get it to dry quicker.

BENEFITS

• Cuts drying time by 50%
• Helps reduce frizz and breakage
• Protects hair during drying process
• Helps with curl definition
• Hair colour stays more vibrant
• Suitable for all hair types and lengths

HOW TO USE IT

• Turn your head upside down
• Place the turbie over the back of your head
• Put your hair inside the turbie
• Twist and secure using the button and loop

Order yours now at the introductory sale price. Buy 2+ and save even more! Shop at www.snihaircare.co.uk.

What is a hydrosol and what are the benefits?

A hydrosol is a flower water. It is highly effective, easy to use and non irritating.

The benefits of the SNI Rosemary hair growth stimulator are:

- Strengthening of the hair bulb

- Increased blood flow stimulating growth

- Smells pleasant. Usually rosemary has a harsh scent.

- Anti inflammatory for the scalp

- A great natural DHT blocker which is a huge cause of hair thinning and hair loss in women but especially so in men.

How do I use SNI Rosemary Hair Growth Stimulator?

 Shake well and spray all over your scalp or just concern areas (i.e. bald patches). Brush through and you’re done! This is a great daily use spritz and go product. It has no oily or sticky residue.

This product can be effectively layered with other SNI hair care products and will be most beneficial when used with the SNI Natural Hair Growth Oil

What size is it and how long will it last me?

It is a 150ml bottle and should last 6-8 weeks with daily use.

How often shall I use it?

Daily is great but 2-3 times a week is also going to benefit you. As it’s so quick and easy to use, daily is best.

Is it suitable for children?

This product like all our products, can be used for all the family including the children.

Is it suitable to use whilst pregnant and postpartum?

All products of any nature should be crossed checked with your midwife or healthcare professional when pregnant or breastfeeding. This product will be a game changer for those suffering postpartum hair loss.

How much is it and where can I purchase it?

You can purchase it for only £21.99 direct from our website: https://snihaircare.co.uk/products/sni-rosemary-hair-growth-stimulator-pre-launch

The start of a new year is the perfect time to focus on growth—whether it’s your hair care routine, your personal development, or your life goals.

At SNI, we’re all about empowering you to grow stronger, healthier, and more confident. This year, we’re excited to bring you new opportunities to thrive, both through our hair care products and our upcoming Empowered by Sofia initiatives (more on that soon!).

But let’s talk about YOU. What growth are you focusing on this year?

Whether it’s achieving your dream hair length or building healthier habits, setting SMART goals is a powerful way to make progress.

What are SMART goals?
They’re:
• Specific: Clear and well-defined.
• Measurable: Track your progress.
• Achievable: Set realistic targets.
• Relevant: Focus on what truly matters to you.
• Time-bound: Give yourself a deadline.

Examples:
💆🏽 Hair Care Goal:
“Grow my hair in 6 months by sticking to a consistent weekly routine with SNI Natural Hair Growth Oil and Rice Water.”

💪🏽 Personal Goal:
“Lose 5kg in 12 weeks by meal prepping high in protein, balanced meals every Sunday and doing 3 x 30 minute workouts a week.”

Ready to get started on your own SMART goals?

Book your 1-1 with me now and receive the SMART goals worksheets complimentary 🔥

Let’s make 2025 your best year yet—for your hair, your confidence, and your life.

Here’s to all the growth ahead!

With love and positivity,
Sofia ✨
Founder, SNI Natural Hair Care & Empowered by Sofia

• Dry shampoo absorbs excess oils, dirt, and grease to keep hair looking clean and refreshed.
• Choose a dry shampoo with high-quality ingredients like bentonite, rice starch, and zeolite that absorb oil and clean your scalp without leaving residue.
• Dry shampoo offers stylistic benefits that go beyond just a refresh: you can use it to extend your style and hair color all while giving your hair a boost of volume.

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• What Does Dry Shampoo Do?
• How Does OLAPLEX Nº.4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo Work?
• How to Use Nº.4D
• Adding Dry Shampoo to Your Hair Routine

Why Dry Shampoo Can Be Good for Your Hair

Sure, dry shampoo can give hair a volumizing boost and refresh your style, but did you know it can also be good for your hair? Learn about the healthy scalp OLAPLEX® Nº.4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo and why dry shampoo can be a great addition to your hair routine.

What Does Dry Shampoo Do?

If you want to absorb any impurities from your scalp without washing your hair, dry shampoo is for you. In addition to absorbing unwanted oil and impurities, Nº.4D neutralizes odors from sweat and impurities. You can think of dry shampoo as a hair styling go-to that absorbs oils, refreshes your scalp and hair, and gives your style a quick reset—ideal after a tough workout.

How Does OLAPLEX Nº.4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo Work?

Nº.4D is formulated with zeolite, bentonite, and rice starch. Natural minerals, rice starch and clays absorb oily buildup and impurities from the hair for clean, weightless body without a trace of white residue or pore-clogging buildup.

How to Use Nº.4D

Using Nº.4D is simple:

1. Shake the bottle well before using.
2. Separate your hair into sections.
3. Hold the bottle about 6 to 10 inches from the hair and spray onto the roots.
4. Wait for 30 seconds for the dry shampoo to absorb.
5. Massage into your scalp.

Adding Dry Shampoo to Your Hair Routine

So, when should you reach for your dry shampoo? Here are a few ways to add it to your hair routine:

Give Your Hair Some Oomph

Whether you’re on your second day after washing your hair or you’re on day one, add dry shampoo to your routine to give your hair an extra boost of volume.

Keep Your Hair Styled for Longer

Have a great hair day? If you got your hairstyle just right but don’t want to do it all over again the next day, guess what: you don’t have to! Just protect it overnight and freshen things up with dry shampoo the following day.

Extend the Life of Colored Hair

If your hair is colored, you may already know that washing too frequently can potentially fade your hues faster. Good news: using dry shampoo strategically in your hair routine may help you extend your color’s longevity (depending on the hair color you have).

While dry shampoo shouldn’t replace regular washing, you can add it to your routine to extend your style and give your hair body without any powdery residue. Now that you know the magic of Nº^.4D and dry shampoo’s benefits, take our hair quiz to find the right routine for you.

Sources

1. https://www.webmd.com/beauty/what-is-dry-shampoo
2. https://www.verywellhealth.com/oily-hair-8550323
3. https://health.clevelandclinic.org/the-benefits-of-using-rice-water-on-your-hair
4. https://www.healthline.com/health/bentonite-clay-for-hair#recipe
5. https://www.byrdie.com/zeolite-for-hair-5195092

• Care for your curly hair by keeping it hydrated. Create a curly hair routine that incorporates moisturizing options like a leave-in conditioner or curl-defining gel.
• Repair damaged hair with bond-building treatments from OLAPLEX for strong curls from cortex to cuticle.
• Protect your curls overnight by sleeping in a protective style, using a silk pillowcase, or tucking hair into a silk bonnet.

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• How to Keep Curly Hair Moisturized

An Ola Guide to Creating a Curly Hair Routine

There are a few different types of curly hair, and what they all have in common is the need to be properly moisturized to thrive. Curl types range from wavy to coily, and each may need a tailored routine. Maintain healthy-looking and moisturized curls with this guide to creating a curly hair routine.

Photo via @sojazzaye

How to Keep Curly Hair Moisturized

The solution is simple: a proper curly hair routine to nourish your curls and keep them moisturized.

There are a few steps to consider when maintaining your curls:

Use an SLS and SLES-Free Shampoo

Know the products you’re using! An SLS and SLES-free shampoo such as OLAPLEX® Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo is a must. Shampoos with SLS or SLES can dry the hair out excessively, which isn’t ideal for curly hair.

Don’t Skip Conditioner

Use a moisturizing conditioner like Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to keep the hair hydrated. Curly hair is generally drier and more fragile than other hair types, meaning it requires extra attention in the hydration department. Check if your hair needs moisture by performing a quick elasticity test. Take a strand of hair and lightly pull from each side. If the strand breaks or shows no sign of stretching—it’s likely your hair needs extra moisture.

Rebuild Your Hair’s Bonds

We have seen countless cases of heat and chemically damaged curls brought back to life through OLAPLEX treatments. Curly hair has a unique structure that can be susceptible to damage without the right care. Rebuilding the bonds in the hair as a weekly practice will ensure your gorgeous curls are ahead of the game. Don’t forget to ask your hairstylist for a Bond Shaper Curl Rebuilding Treatment™ to strengthen, repair, and reduce breakage. This treatment also improves curl retention and controls frizz through 15 washes.

Moisturize with a Leave-In Conditioner

Apply a leave-in conditioner like Nº.5LEAVE-IN Moisturize & Mend Leave-In Conditioner to keep curly hair hydrated and to seal split ends. If you’re styling your hair with hot tools, Nº.5 Leave-In provides heat protection up to 450°F/232°C.

Protect Your Curls Overnight

Care for your curls overnight by sleeping in a protective style like a loose braid or by tucking your hair into a silk bonnet before sleeping. Silk or satin pillowcases can reduce friction against your hair at night, preventing frizz and maintaining the shape of your curls.

Air-Dry or Diffuse for Defined Curls

Let your curls air-dry or dry them with a diffuser on a low heat setting to prevent frizz and add definition to your hair. Scrunch with Nº.10 Bond Shaper® Curl Defining Gel before air drying or diffusing for hydrated curls and heat protection up to 450ºF/232ºC. 

Photo via @hairmajestiii of before and after a cut and Olaplex Treatment

Work these steps into your haircare routine, you’ll be confidently rocking your healthy-looking, shiny, luxurious curls in no time. To learn more about your hair type, take our Hair Quiz and receive custom recommendations.

Sources

1. https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/hair-scalp-care/hair/curly-hair-care
2. https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/how-to-sleep-with-curly-hair

• Chlorine can damage your hair and scalp by stripping protective oils and depositing heavy metals into porous hair that can affect its color.
• Prevent swimmer’s hair by wearing a swim cap, pre-soaking hair, and swimming outdoors.
• Choose haircare products that add moisture to the scalp, gently cleanse to remove harsh chemicals from the hair, and tone hair to maintain color.
  

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• What is Swimmer’s Hair
• How Does Chlorine Damage Hair?
• Will Chlorine Turn Hair Green?
• How to Prevent Damage from Chlorine
• Wear a Swim Cap
• Swim Outside
• Pre-Soak Your Hair
• Repair Chlorine Damage
• Care for Your Scalp
• Wash Away Harsh Chemicals
• Get Rid of the Green

Post-Pool Haircare: How to Repair Hair Damage from Chlorine

If you’ve spent all summer in the pool, you may have noticed some differences in your hair. This common form of hair damage is called swimmer’s hair. Learn what happens when your hair is exposed to chlorine and how to care for it and keep it healthy after you get out of the pool.

What is Swimmer’s Hair

Swimmer’s hair is a nickname for the damage done to hair by repeated exposure to chlorine and other chemicals commonly found in swimming pools. While swimmer’s hair can affect anyone at any age, those with chemically treated, colored, dry, fine, damaged, or naturally curly hair tend to be more likely to experience the effects.

If you frequently find yourself in the pool, you may have noticed some of these effects on your own hair:

• Dryness
• Split ends
• Discoloration
• Brittleness

How Does Chlorine Damage Hair?

The chemicals in swimming pool water are there to kill bacteria. But these chemicals can wreak havoc on healthy hair. Chlorine strips the natural oils from your hair, leaving it unprotected. These natural oils protect the skin on your scalp and help nourish each strand of hair. Without this natural moisture, your hair can weaken, dry out, break, and split.

Will Chlorine Turn Hair Green?

Maybe you’ve heard stories about hair turning green after swimming in a pool or even experienced it yourself. The truthis that while hair lightening and color change can occur after long periods of time spent in a pool, it’s not entirely chlorine’s fault.

Metals like copper, iron, and manganese are often present in water. When chlorine is introduced to water containing these metals, they oxidize and turn green. If hair is especially porous, it can absorb these oxidized metals, giving hair a slight greenish tint. It’s especially noticeable in lighter-colored hair, whether it’s natural or chemically lightened.

Why does it turn green? Because that’s the color these metals turn when they’re exposed to oxygen. Think of an older penny or the Statue of Liberty. When these copper things were new, they were, well, copper colored. Continual exposure to oxygen has given them a green patina, just like the metals in water treated with chlorine.

How to Prevent Damage from Chlorine

If you’d rather not have to deal with the effects of swimmer’s hair, follow these tips to protect your hair from the effects of chlorine and keep it looking healthy and strong, whether the pool’s open or not.

Wear a Swim Cap

Unless you’re a competitive swimmer who already wears a swim cap in the pool, it might be worth trying one. These caps are meant to fit snugly along your hairline and reduce drag in the water. But they also keep your hair dry, which means it won’t come into contact with chlorinated water.

Swim Outside

Chlorine gas from the water will evaporate faster in an outdoor pool. This will reduce the concentration of the chemical in the water, which means that there’s less of it to be absorbed into your skin and hair.

Pre-Soak Your Hair

You’ve always heard that you should take a quick shower before entering a pool to remove any dirt and oils from your body. But this step can also protect your hair from chlorine. By pre-soaking your hair with water from the shower, your hair will absorb that water instead of the chlorinated water in the pool.

Repair Chlorine Damage

You’ll probably be able to recognize the signs of chlorine damage: it’ll look dry, frizzy, and tangled. This doesn’t mean your hair is ruined, just that it needs extra TLC with these steps:

Care for your Scalp

Exposure to chlorine can dry out the skin on your scalp. Use OLAPLEX N°.0.5 Scalp Longevity Treatment ™ to immediately hydrate and soothe your scalp and promote soft, shiny, visibly healthy hair over time.

Wash Away Harsh Chemicals

To reduce the immediate damage that chlorine and other swimming pool chemicals can do to your hair, use a shampoo intended to remove buildup, like OLAPLEX Nº.4C Bond Maintenance® Clarifying Shampoo. This deep-cleansing shampoo removes damaging, hair-dulling impurities like heavy metals, hard water minerals, and chlorine.

Get Rid of the Green

Green hair is a look, but if it’s one you didn’t sign up for, it might be time to take action. If your blonde or chemically lightened hair color has been affected by the oxidized metals in swimming pools, there’s hope. OLAPLEX Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo neutralizes unwanted brassiness to enhance color vibrancy on blonde and lightened hair. After washing with a purple shampoo like N°.4P, condition with OLAPLEX N°.5P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Conditioner for root-to-tip toning, brightness, and weightless hydration. 

When N°.4P and N°.5P are used together as a system, 91% of users agreed that their hair was less brassy.*

The right haircare products and routine can help ensure that your hair looks healthy and shiny. Take the Hair Quiz to get a personalized OLAPLEX routine.

*Based on an independent consumer perception study of 60 women with bleached/color treated blonde hair.

Sources

1. https://www.vogue.com/article/how-the-us-olympic-swim-team-deals-with-swimmer-hair

• During the summer, hair is often exposed to environmental damage from sun, heat, humidity, chlorine from pools, and saltwater from the ocean.
• Using bond-building products all summer long can prevent damage and maintain healthy hair as you’re exposed to the elements.
• Apply a leave-in conditioner and other protecting stylers prior to the beach to protect and moisturize hair.
• Wear protective hairstyles to reduce the amount of hair that’s exposed to the water and sun.
• Ensure you follow up with after-beach haircare products, such as a bond-building shampoo and conditioner and an intense moisture mask.

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• A Must: Add Bond-Building
• Apply a Leave-In Conditioner
• Use Protecting Stylers
• Wear Protective Hairstyles
• Treat Your Hair Post-Beach

How to Care for Your Hair Before and After the Beach

Summer and winter months are most notable for environmental damage to hair. Environmental damage is the kind of damage that gets forgotten about, as its effects are often gradual. By gradual, we mean, you know, three months in the sun, then come September, you notice the split ends and dryness. This summer, let’s skip to the good part by keeping the hair healthy all summer long for when you go to the beach. 

A Must: Add Bond-Building

To safeguard your hair all summer long, incorporate bond-building into your hair routine. Start with the OLAPLEX® Nº.0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment—a professional-inspired treatment that primes hair for deep repair and rebuilds bonds while strengthening and protecting hair integrity. This treatment goes hand in hand with the classic OLAPLEX Nº.3 Hair Perfector®, which you use as the follow-up to Nº.0. Apply Nº.0 to the hair, leave on for 10 minutes, then layer Nº.3 onto the hair for another 10 minutes, and enjoy until you’re ready to shampoo and condition out. Choose to wash and condition with OLAPLEX Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner, which nourish and hydrate for softer, shinier, and healthier hair.

Apply a Leave-in Conditioner

You’ve probably heard of people wearing leave-in conditioners to the beach, and it’s a smart move when you use one like OLAPLEX Nº.5LEAVE-IN™ Moisturize & Mend Leave-In Conditioner. This reparative leave-in conditioner provides instant results and continuous repair from cortex to cuticle. It creates an invisible, breathable barrier on strands to help repair and protect hair from damage. Apply this leave-in to clean, damp hair, then follow up with your favorite stylers.

Use Protecting Stylers

After using the leave-in, turn to OLAPLEX Nº.6 Bond Smoother®. Start with 1 pump and either comb through the hair or apply throughout and scrunch for a textured look. That’s it. Nº.6 moisturizes and eliminates frizz for up to 72 hours. Applying Nº.6 is the easiest way to ensure you’re rebuilding hair while keeping it tame and conditioned at the beach.

OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil is great, too, as it locks in moisture and increases shine; it’s the perfect companion to keep tucked inside your beach bag. Saltwater and chlorine can drain the hair of its moisture, leaving it feeling crunchy and frail. Apply OLAPLEX Nº.7 as needed throughout the hair for glorious shine under the sun. 

Wear Protective Hairstyles

Before you go to the beach, wear a protective hairstyle. Wearing your hair in a braid, braid crown, high bun, or cornrow is a smart way to ensure your look is on point while minimizing how much hair is exposed to the sun, salt, and sea.

Treat Your Hair Post-Beach

After the beach should be all about cleansing, repairing, and conditioning. Wash the sand and water away from your hair with Nº.4 and Nº.5 or Nº.4FINE and Nº.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Conditioner. A day under the sun can severely dry out your hair, so leave Nº.5 on a little longer in the shower for a mini-conditioning treatment to rebuild bonds and moisturize. Then, use OLAPLEX Nº.8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask, which replenishes dry and dehydrated strands. Your hair will thank you (we promise).

Whether you’re on a day trip to the beach or a sun-filled vacation, keeping tabs on your hair as you spend time in the sun and sand is key to maintaining healthy hair. Take our hair quiz to get a comprehensive hair routine based on your needs.

• Whether you’ve lightened your hair before or have virgin hair, prepping your hair before lightening it at the salon is important to prevent damage.
• Use bond-building treatments before and in between salon visits to keep your hair healthy and strong as you continue to go lighter.
• A personalized OLAPLEX routine can keep your hair looking its best.

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• Prepping Your Hair
• Prepping with Compromised Hair
• What About Virgin Hair?
• Treating Hair After the Salon

How to Lighten Your Hair Safely

Whether you’re wondering how to go from dark to blonde hair without damage or a few shades lighter from your current blonde, this OLAPLEX® step-by-step guide will walk you through the lightening process before and after your service for the healthiest, strongest sparkle.

Prepping Your Hair

Treating with OLAPLEX Nº.0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment and Nº.3 Hair Perfector before your color appointment is imperative. Nº.0 works as a booster for Nº.3 for deeper repair, and 68% more repair happens when you use Nº.3 and Nº.4 together as a system after one use. Nº.3 has patented OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology™, proven to repair broken bonds for stronger hair. This treatment can benefit all ends of the hair integrity spectrum, from virgin to highly compromised. In the days leading up to your appointment, use Nº.3 prior to shampooing and conditioning. Apply this treatment by saturating the hair and leave on for 10 minutes. Then, rinse with OLAPLEX Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo followed by Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner.

Prepping with Compromised Hair

When it comes to processed or highly compromised hair, using OLAPLEX is essential. By preparing the hair with OLAPLEX, you're walking into your chemical service knowing you've gotten your hair in its best shape before a change. With highly compromised hair, especially, going lighter safely means doing more than one treatment before the salon visit. You might want to ask your stylist to add the OLAPLEX Original Bond Builder Treatment to be added to the lightener. Be patient with these treatments as you get closer to your lighter hair goal, whether it’s blonde highlights or going icy platinum.

Prepping compromised hair doesn’t stop at treatments like Nº.3. Wash your hair with Nº.4 and Nº.5 and use OLAPLEX Nº.6 Bond Smoother®. This styling cream softens, hydrates, and repairs frizz-prone hair types without adding excess weight. Finish your styling routine with OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil, a weightless, highly concentrated oil that locks in moisture. This hair oil is so easy to use that you can pop it in your bag or even your pocket to replenish and treat the hair on the go.

What About Virgin Hair?

The jump from virgin to color-treated hair is exciting, but it’s still important to protect your hair. Using OLAPLEX means the integrity of the hair is front and center, rather than weakening and breaking with each color service. That’s why it’s important to ensure your hair stays in its best shape possible before the appointment to give your stylist the ultimate canvas to create confidently, no matter if you’ve lightened your hair before or not.

Treating Hair After the Salon

A post-salon visit is all about maintenance, but lucky for you, you're already familiar. The prep you did to get your hair ready for lightening with OLAPLEX is just what you'll do to maintain it in between salon visits. A minimum of once-a-week Nº.3 treatments as part of your routine  of Nº.4, Nº.5, Nº.6, and OLAPLEX Nº.7 means more good hair days. Be sure to add OLAPLEX Nº.5LEAVE-IN™ Moisturize & Mend Leave-In Conditioner to your hair routine. This moisturizing leave-in is ideal for all dry hair types seeking moisture. It is clinically proven to provide 12x more moisture after one use.* Apply it to clean, damp hair after washing, then follow with your stylers.

No matter where you’re at in your hair-lightening journey, following an OLAPLEX routine with regular bond-building treatments can keep your hair in great shape. Take our hair quiz for your personalized routine.

*As tested in a clinical facility using curly tresses.

• Detangle wet hair with conditioner, starting from the ends with your fingers, then using a wide tooth comb. For dry hair, use a leave-in conditioner or hair oil, and work in sections.
• Dryness, heat styling, split ends, and rough handling can cause tangled hair.
• Prevent knots with gentle care and Nº.5 Leave-In Moisturize & Mend Leave-In Conditioner for continuous care from cortex to cuticle.
  

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• What Causes Hair Tangling?
• Detangling Wet Hair
• Detangling Dry Hair
• How to Prevent Tangled Hair
• Prevent Tangles with Nº.5 Leave-In™

Knot Anymore: Managing Tangled Hair and Knots

We all know the struggle: you’re trying to get a comb through your hair, only to be met with resistance in the form of knots. While removing the tangles in your hair can feel like a challenge, using the right techniques and products makes the process easier. Manage knotted hair and prevent breakage with this guide to detangling.

What Causes Hair Tangling?

Tangled hair occurs when two strands of hair wrap around each other to form a knot. If this happens to multiple strands of hair, removing the knots becomes more difficult. Damaged hair is more prone to tangling, while stronger hair doesn’t tangle as frequently. Other factors that can cause hair tangling include: 

• Using harsh haircare products
• Over-washing your hair
• Massaging too aggressively while shampooing
• Lack of proper hydration
• Frequent heat styling
• Rubbing hair with a towel
• Sleeping with hair loose
• Wind exposure 
• Split ends
• Inconsistent brushing or overbrushing

Detangling Wet Hair

For most hair types and textures, we recommend detangling your hair after you’ve applied conditioner. If you have curly, wavy, and/or coarser hair, here’s what you should do: 

1. After shampooing, or once your hair is wet, generously apply conditioner throughout your hair. 

2. Using your fingers, gently comb through your hair, beginning at the ends and working your way up. Avoid speeding through the process, as this can cause breakage. 

3. Once you’ve removed most of your tangles, switch to a wide tooth comb and repeat the process, moving from the ends of your hair to the roots. 

Detangling Dry Hair

For finer and/or straighter hair types, you’ll be better off detangling your hair dry with the help of conditioning products, like this: 

1. Apply a hair oil, leave-in conditioner, or detangling product throughout your hair. 

2. Divide your hair into four small sections, working on one section at a time to help you slow down and prevent damage. 

3. Using a wide tooth comb or a brush, start going through your hair from the ends while gently working your way upward. Be careful not to yank your hair.

How to Prevent Tangled Hair

Preventing tangled hair starts with a great haircare routine. Try these tips and products to reduce knots and promote healthier-looking hair: 

• Avoid shampooing the ends of your hair, as this can cause dryness, which leads to tangling. 
• Sleep with a silk pillowcase to reduce friction on your hair. 
• Avoid fine-tooth combs and use a brush or a wide tooth comb while detangling. 
• Don’t skip conditioner, especially before detangling wet hair. 
• Dry your hair with a microfiber towel instead of a cotton one.
• Be gentle while shampooing your hair and opt for an SLS and SLES-free shampoo to prevent dryness. 
• Apply heat protectant before styling with hot tools. 
• Get regular trims, ideally every four to six weeks to prevent split ends. 
• Avoid haircare products that are overly drying or harsh. 
• Protect your hair with a scarf or hat while it’s windy. 
• Detangle your hair regularly to tackle knots while they’re still small.

Prevent Tangles with Nº.5 LEAVE-IN™

Use OLAPLEX® Nº.5LEAVE-IN™ Moisturize & Mend Leave-In Conditioner before air-drying or blow-drying your hair. Nº.5 LEAVE-IN™ immediately improves visible hair health for stronger and healthier-looking hair. Reduce breakage by 81%* and increase moisture by 92%* after just one use with Nº.5 LEAVE-IN™. Using hot tools? Nº.5 LEAVE-IN™ provides heat protection up to 450°F or 232ºC.

*As tested in a clinical facility using curly hair.

Sources

1. https://www.shape.com/lifestyle/beauty-style/how-to-detangle-hair
2. https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/how-to-detangle-natural-hair
3. https://www.nordstrom.com/browse/content/blog/how-to-detangle-hair

• Brittle hair is dry, frizzy, and breaks easily.
• You can treat brittle hair with moisturizing products like leave-in conditioners. 
• Nº.5LEAVE-IN™ Moisturize & Mend Leave-In Conditioner offers immediate and continuous repair while also protecting against future damage.

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• What Is Brittle Hair (and What Causes It)?
• How to Fix and Manage Dry, Brittle Hair
• More Ways to Avoid Brittle Hair

How to Manage Dry, Brittle Hair at Home

If you notice your hair becoming dry or brittle, don’t panic—you can reverse it with the right high-quality home remedies for dry hair. Learn more about what brittle hair is and how to fix it.

What Is Brittle Hair (and What Causes It)?

Brittle hair feels dry. Frizziness, dullness, and split ends are also signs you’re dealing with brittle hair. You might notice more hair breakage than usual, and your hair might be more difficult to style.

There isn’t one single cause of brittle hair. Dyeing your hair, using hot tools or harsh hair products, or washing it too frequently can make it brittle. Dry air or tight hairstyles can also cause brittle hair. You might also notice drier hair as you age. Fortunately, there are treatments for dry hair that can restore moisture to your hair.

How to Fix and Manage Dry, Brittle Hair

Moisturizing products like leave-in conditioners are a great way to treat dry hair. Give your hair some love with Nº.5LEAVE-IN™ Moisturize & Mend Leave-In Conditioner. This reparative leave-in offers immediate and continuous repair while also protecting against future damage. Nº.5LEAVE-IN™ provides multi-level repair from cortex to cuticle with OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology®. This patented technology strengthens and relinks disulfide bonds for your healthiest-looking hair possible. Also, the High-Adhesion Sealing Complex works instantly and over time to bind to split ends and fill in gaps in the hair cuticle to smooth, seal, and continuously mend compromised ends. You’ll notice up to 88% split-end sealing and an 81% reduction in breakage after one use. Nº.5LEAVE-IN™ also strengthens hair by 5x after one use.

Treating dry hair with Nº.5LEAVE-IN™ is easy. Apply it to clean, damp hair, starting with one pump for fine hair and two pumps for medium to coarse hair. You can add more as needed and follow up with stylers. Nº.5LEAVE-IN™ can also be used on dry ends in between washes to seal split ends.

More Ways to Avoid Brittle Hair

Here are some more ways you can get the soft, shiny, and healthy hair you deserve:

• Use the right shampoo. Sulfates can dry out your hair, and they’re a common shampoo ingredient. Look for an SLS/SLES-free shampoo that will gently cleanse and hydrate your hair like Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo. And when you shampoo your hair, make sure you gently massage it; don’t rub it.

• Follow with conditioner. Conditioner is crucial to keeping hair smooth and hydrated. Follow Nº.4 with Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner. When used together, Nº.4 and Nº.5 improve manageability and softness, increase shine, nourish, and help maintain hair health. 

• Avoid heat styling. Heat can damage and dry out your hair. Don’t forget to apply Nº.5LEAVE-IN™ before using hot tools. It provides heat protection up to 450°F.  

• Get a trim. Frequent haircuts can remove split and dry ends, helping hair look and feel healthier. 

• Don’t brush wet hair. Your hair may be more susceptible to damage when it’s wet. Brushing wet hair can stretch and pull it, which can contribute to damage. Try brushing hair before shampooing to reduce tangles and damage.

• Protect your hair from the sun. Sun damage can affect your hair health. Protect your hair with a hat or scarf to minimize UV exposure.

Now that you know more about what causes brittle hair and how to treat it, you’re one step closer to shinier, healthier hair. Take the Hair Quiz to find the right hair products based on your needs or discover more treatments to moisturize and smooth hair.

Sources

1. https://www.verywellhealth.com/brittle-hair-6375377 
2. https://www.byrdie.com/is-it-bad-to-brush-wet-hair-5191218 
3. https://www.health.com/brittle-hair-8585017
   

• Hair masks are an intense weekly treatment that you leave in your hair for a few minutes, then wash out.
• Hair masks differ from conditioners because hair masks provide intense moisture, while conditioners provide the right amount of moisture for daily use. 
• Use the Weightless Nourishing Mask if you have fine to medium hair. 
• Reach for the Rich Hydration Mask if you have medium to coarse or very dry hair.

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• What’s a Hair Mask, and Do I Need One?
• Hair Masks vs. Conditioner: What’s the Difference?
• If I Use a Hair Mask, Do I Need a Conditioner?
• Do I Need to Use a Conditioner After a Hair Mask?
• Who Should Use the Weightless Nourishing Mask?
• Who Should Use the Rich Hydration Mask?
• If I Have Medium Hair Texture, Which Hair Mask Should I Choose?

Weightless Nourishing Mask vs. Rich Hydration Mask: What’s the Difference?

OLAPLEX® has added two hair masks to its hair treatment lineup: the Weightless Nourishing Mask and Rich Hydration Mask. But how do you know which hair mask to choose? It mostly comes down to your hair type, texture, and needs. We’re going to break down these two different hair masks for you. 

What’s a Hair Mask, and Do I Need One?

If you’re noticing dry, dull, frizzy, damaged, or brittle hair, you might need a hair mask. Hair masks are a deep conditioning treatment you leave in your hair for a few minutes, then wash out. They’re usually applied to the hair once a week. Hair masks work to:

• Soften your hair
• Moisturize it
• Reduce frizz
• Minimize damage and breakage
• Make your hair stronger and shinier 

Hair Masks vs. Conditioner: What’s the Difference?

Hair masks are a more concentrated and intense moisturizing treatment that you only need to use once weekly. They penetrate each hair strand more deeply than conditioner. So using a hair mask too frequently can be too much of a good thing and cause product buildup. Conditioners like Nº.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner still moisturize hair, but are light enough to be used every wash cycle. They deliver just the right amount of moisture each day. 

If I Use a Hair Mask, Do I Need a Conditioner?

Both conditioners and hair masks are great ways to hydrate your hair. If soft, moisturized hair is a top priority, it’s smart to use a hair mask and a conditioner as part of your hair care regimen, just not on the same wash day.

Do I Need to Use a Conditioner After a Hair Mask?

Since hair masks provide intense hydration, you don’t need to use conditioner after a hair mask. Use your hair mask once a week in place of conditioner. 

Who Should Use the Weightless Nourishing Mask?

If you have fine to medium hair texture, the Weightless Nourishing Mask was made for you. Not sure if you have fine or medium hair? Rub a strand of hair between your fingertips. If you can barely feel it, then you likely have fine hair. If you have medium hair, you’ll be able to feel it between your fingertips, but it won’t feel coarse. 

The Weightless Nourishing Mask gives hair lightweight hydration through five washes*, which is important for fine hair, as too much product can weigh it down and make it lose volume. The Weightless Nourishing Mask goes well beyond hydration for fine to medium hair textures. Key benefits of the Weightless Nourishing Mask include:

• Instant all-day volume
• 2X hydration instantly with 1.5X hydration after 5 washes
• Less breakage and breakage prevention, even after five washes
• 63% more shine

For best results, use the Weightless Nourishing Mask once a week on wet hair after shampooing. Pro tip: If you have fine hair, use Nº.4FINE Bond Maintenance® Shampoo for lasting volume, body, and bounce. Apply the Weightless Nourishing Mask to the mid-lengths and ends of hair for 3-5 minutes, then rinse well. Getting hydrated, shiny hair is that easy. 

Who Should Use the Rich Hydration Mask?

The Rich Hydration Mask is perfect for medium to thick hair. If you’re not sure if you have thick hair, run your finger over a strand of hair. If a strand of hair is easy to feel between your fingertips or feels coarse, you most likely have thick hair. 

Benefits of the Rich Hydration Mask include: 

• 74% Frizz Reduction All Day
• 16X Hydration Instantly*
• 6X Hydration After 5 Washes*
• 119% More Shine

*On bleached hair tresses.

Like the Weightless Nourishing Mask, you should use the Rich Hydration Mask once per week for the best results. 

If I Have Medium Hair Texture, Which Hair Mask Should I Choose

The Weightless Nourishing Mask and Rich Hydration Mask are both suitable for medium hair textures, so you might wonder which one is right for you. Our advice: Consider your hair goals. If voluminous hair is what you’re looking for, choose the Weightless Nourishing Mask for twice the volume. If frizz control is a priority, reach for the Rich Hydration Mask.

Hair masks like the Weightless Nourishing Mask and the Rich Hydration Mask are a fast and simple way to remedy dry or damaged hair at home. Learn more about how OLAPLEX improves hair health or take the Hair Quiz for a personalized OLAPLEX routine. 

*On virgin hair tresses

**On bleached hair tresses

Sources

1. https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-use-hair-mask

2. https://www.vogue.in/beauty/content/how-to-use-a-hair-mask-according-to-your-hair-type 

3. https://www.southernliving.com/fashion-beauty/hairstyles/fine-hair-mistakes 

• Hotel haircare products might not be formulated for your hair type, and travel-sized products are easier to pack in your bags. 
• Try the Complete Healthy Hair Travel Set if visibly healthy hair is your main priority. 
• Consider the Mini Essentials Set for smooth and shiny hair when you’re on vacation.
• Pack the Complete Healthy Hair Set if you’re going to be away from home for an extended period of time.

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• Why Do I Need Travel-Sized Haircare Products?
• The Complete Healthy Hair Travel Set
• The Mini Essentials Set
• The Complete Healthy Hair Set

Travel Kits for Haircare on the Go

Your haircare routine doesn’t have to take a backseat just because you’re traveling. Whether staying in a hotel for work or visiting your best friend’s beach house, pack an OLAPLEX® travel kit to ensure good hair days. 

Why Do I Need Travel-Sized Haircare Products?

Have you ever traveled and felt like your hair was frizzy, dry, or damaged? Hotels often provide shampoos and conditioners, but they may not be formulated for all hair types. When you pack your favorite travel-sized shampoo and conditioner, you won’t have to subject your hair to less-than-favorable hotel products. 

Travel-sized products are also easier to pack in your bag. If you’re flying and bringing a carry-on bag on the plane, you’re probably aware of the TSA’s liquid carry-on limit. By packing mini haircare products, you can bring your favorite OLAPLEX items in your carry-on bag, as long as each liquid, gel, or aerosol is 3.4 ounces or less and everything fits in one quart-sized bag. 

The Complete Healthy Hair Travel Set

If keeping your hair visibly healthy anywhere you go is your main priority, then this OLAPLEX travel set is for you. The Complete Healthy Hair Travel Set includes:

• Travel Size Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo (3.3 fl. oz. / 100 mL), which gently cleanses, nourishes, and strengthens hair
• Travel Size Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner (3.3 fl. oz. / 100 mL), a conditioner that leaves hair easy to manage, shiny, and healthier
• Travel Size Nº.4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo (1.13 oz. / 32g) for that just-washed clean feeling whenever you need a quick hair refresh
• Mini OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ (.25 fl. oz. / 7.5 mL), a styling oil that minimizes flyaways and frizz and provides heat protection up to 450°F, making it the perfect travel-sized product for curly hair
• Mini Nº.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum (.67 fl. oz. / 20 mL), a weightless, fast-absorbing serum with 48-hour pollution protection
• A mesh bag to keep your OLAPLEX travel products all in one place 

The Mini Essentials Set

Pack just the essentials with this limited-edition set. You’ll love the Mini Essentials Set if you want to keep your hair smooth and shiny while you travel. The Mini Essentials Set includes:

• N°.3 Hair Perfector™ (30mL / 1 fl oz), a pre-shampoo treatment that repairs and strengthens hair from the inside out
• N°.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo (30mL / 1 fl oz), a concentrated shampoo that strengthens and adds shine
• N°.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner (30mL / 1 fl oz) for softer, shinier, healthier-looking hair
• N°.6 Bond Smoother® (20mL / .67 fl oz), a styling cream that controls frizz, making it the perfect companion for humid destinations 
• N°.9 Bond Protector® (20mL /.67 fl oz), a weightless leave-in serum that provides 48-hour pollution protection and prevents tangles and static
• OLAPLEX N°.7 Bonding Oil (7.5mL / .25 fl oz), a styling oil that increases shine, softness, and color vibrancy while protecting hair from heat up to 450°F

The Complete Healthy Hair Set

If you’ll be away from home for a while, pack the Complete Healthy Hair Set, which includes all of the OLAPLEX essentials. This set contains a few full-sized products, so don’t forget to put it in a checked bag if you’re flying. The Complete Healthy Hair Set includes: 

• Full-Size Nº.0 Intensive Bond Building Hair Treatment (5.2 fl. oz. / 155 mL), which provides boosted hair repair when used with No.3

• Full-Size Nº.3 Hair Perfector™ (3.3 fl. oz. / 100 mL), a pre-shampoo treatment that reverses damage in as little as 3 minutes

• Full-Size Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo (8.5 fl. oz. / 250 mL), which cleanses, nourishes, and adds strength and shine to damage-prone hair

• Full-Size Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner (8.5 fl. oz. / 250 mL), which improves manageability and softness and leaves hair looking healthier when used with No.4

• Full-Size Nº.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum (3 fl. oz. / 90 mL), a hair serum for satin shine, style memory, bounceback curls, anti-tangle and anti-static action, and heat protection up to 450°F for all hair types

• Full-Size OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil™ (1 fl. oz. / 30 mL) for reduced breakage and shinier hair wherever you go

• Mini Nº.5LEAVE-IN™ Moisturize & Mend Leave-In Conditioner (.67 fl. oz. / 20 mL) for immediate and continuous hair repair

• Mini Nº.6 Bond Smoother® (.67 fl. oz. / 20 mL) for nourishing, humidity-resistant frizz control

• Mini Nº.8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask (.67 fl. oz. / 20 mL), which adds shine, smoothness, and body while providing intense moisture to treat damaged hair

• An OLAPLEX mesh bag to take your haircare products with you wherever you go 

Nourish your hair wherever you roam with OLAPLEX travel sizes. Explore more haircare kits and sets for your specific hair goals. 

Sources

1. https://www.tsa.gov/travel/frequently-asked-questions/liquids-aerosols-and-gels-rule 

• Refresh your post-workout hair with Nº.4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo and OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil. 
• Need to wash your hair after a workout? Pack mini essential products to streamline your haircare routine while promoting healthier hair. 

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• Try Dry Shampoo After Your Workout

• Simplify Your Post-Workout Haircare Routine

Refresh Your Hair After a Workout with These Haircare Tips

Let’s talk about haircare after a workout. We all know that feeling of damp and greasy hair after an intense session at the gym. With that in mind, raise your hand if this has kept you from going to the gym just to avoid washing your hair. What if you could avoid the hassle of washing after every workout? With OLAPLEX® Nº.4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo, you can say goodbye to shower stress and hello to your post-workout, no-shower haircare.

Try Dry Shampoo After Your Workout

Nº.4D is an innovative formula that cleanses and nourishes with its unique formulation of rice starch. It works wonders on even the oiliest hair, making it the perfect companion after your exercise class. The formula absorbs excess oil, leaving your hair looking clean and refreshed for a just-washed clean feel, all without the powdery or gritty residue. It’s quick and easy—just spray and work in, and you’re well on your way.

You can also enhance your hair’s shine and healthy appearance with OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil for heat protection up to 450ºF, continued repair, and glorious shine. 

Simplify Your Post-Workout Haircare Routine

Create a simple yet effective after-workout haircare routine with these steps: 

Step 1: Shower worthy, dry shampoo cleanse

Shake Nº.4D well and separate the hair into sections. Lift a section of hair and position the bottle 6-10" away from the roots. Spray onto roots, then repeat this process, taking new sections as you move through the hair. Wait 30 seconds and massage into the scalp.

Step 2: Shiny like new!

Tap a couple of drops of OLAPLEX Nº.7 Bonding Oil into your hands and apply it from mid-length to ends. You know your hair best; for thicker hair, use more as needed.

The dynamic duo of Nº.4D and OLAPLEX Nº.7 is the answer to greasy post-workout hair. The combination of the two can also help reduce the frequency of hair washing, which can ultimately lead to less damage. Excessive washing can strip your hair of natural oils and cause dryness, frizziness, and damage, along with fading your hair color for salon goers. Nº.4D and OLAPLEX Nº.7 help you say goodbye to extra time at the gym, and hello to clean, revamped hair.

Save Time with an All-in-One Set

If you need to wash your hair at the gym, pack the travel-friendly Mini Essentials haircare set from OLAPLEX. Repair and strengthen hair from the inside out with Nº.3 Hair Perfector® to start. Continue with Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner for 90% smoother, better detangling and more conditioned* hair. Smooth frizz and add shine with the styling trifecta Nº.9 Bond Protector, Nº.6 Bond Smoother®, and OLAPLEX Nº.7.

Take the Hair Quiz to get a personalized OLAPLEX routine or discover hair products that keep your hair refreshed and clean all day. 

*When used as a system of No.3, No.4, and No.5

• Purple shampoos deposit violet pigment into your hair to counteract brassiness.
• Purple shampoos work best on blonde, gray, or silver hair.
• Try OLAPLEX® Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo with Nº.5P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Conditioner to brighten and tone blonde, lightened, or gray hair.
• Use a hair mask once a week to deeply condition and restore blonde or lightened hair.

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• Why Does Blonde or Silver Hair Get Brassy?
• What Is Purple Shampoo, and How Does It Work?
• Can Brunettes Use Blonde Shampoo?
• How to Use Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo
• Try a Color-Safe Shampoo and Hydrating Hair Mask

How Does Purple Shampoo Like Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo Work?

Is your blonde or silver hair looking brassy? Purple shampoo, sometimes called blonde shampoo, might help. Learn more about purple toning shampoos like Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo and see how they work.

Why Does Blonde or Silver Hair Get Brassy?

Brassy hair looks yellow or orange, but what causes the color to change? There are a few reasons why this might happen. Your hair’s natural undertone can cause your hair to look brassy, since some people have warmer undertones. Factors like sunlight or washing your hair with the wrong shampoo can also make your hair look brassy. And if you dye your hair blonde or silver without sufficient toning, that can cause it to appear orange or yellow. Fortunately, brassiness is correctable with the right shampoo.

What Is Purple Shampoo, and How Does It Work?

Have you ever tried a color corrector on your face to cover up blemishes? Color correctors use the opposite color on the color wheel to neutralize each other. For example, using green concealer can help counteract redness from sunburn or irritation, and peach concealer can help cover dark circles under the eyes. On the color wheel, purple is across from yellow. Purple shampoo like Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo works in a similar way to these color correctors—it contains violet-colored pigment that helps correct yellow and brassy tones in blonde or silver hair. Each time you wash your hair with purple shampoo, it deposits this purple pigment in your hair, neutralizing unwanted brassiness. Whether you have natural or dyed blonde, highlights, silver, or gray hair, purple shampoo is your BFF.

Can Brunettes Use Blonde Shampoo?

If you have brunette hair with blonde highlights, a blonde shampoo can help keep your highlights looking fresh. But if you have undyed brunette hair, you should try a blue shampoo instead of a purple shampoo if you see brassiness.

Do you have brown hair that you want to lighten? Unfortunately, blonde shampoo won’t help lighten brown hair. You’ll need to visit a salon to lighten darker hair.

How to Use Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo

Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo can help neutralize brassiness from your hair. When you use this SLS/SLES-free purple shampoo, you’ll notice 3x brighter hair* that is soft and hydrated. Reach for this shampoo when you want to cleanse, tone, and boost brightness in your hair while keeping it hydrated from roots to ends. To use Nº.4P, lather and apply it to wet hair and leave it on for 1-3 minutes. For more intense toning, leave it on your hair for up to 5 minutes. Use Nº.4P 1-2x per week or as needed. Follow with Nº.5P Blond Enhancer™ Toning Conditioner once per week or as needed, or use it while you use your favorite hair mask for an extra touch of hydration.

Try a Color-Safe Shampoo and Hydrating Hair Mask

On days when you’re not cleansing your hair with No.4P, add Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo to your haircare routine. This highly concentrated reparative shampoo gently cleanses your hair. Nº.4 is SLS/SLES-free. Follow with Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to moisturize and hydrate your hair. Both Nº.4 and Nº.5 are color-safe, so they won’t strip your colored blonde or silver hair. When used together, they improve manageability and softness, increase shine, nourish hair, and help maintain hair health while preventing damage.

After shampooing, try a weekly hair mask to help prevent dryness and cuticle damage from occurring over time. The Weightless Nourishing Mask creates instant volume while protecting fine to medium hair from snapping and breakage. Those with medium to coarse blonde hair can instantly hydrate** and control frizz with the Rich Hydration Mask. Both masks are appropriate for use after washing to strengthen hair and reverse damage to your hair’s cortex and cuticle.

The right haircare routine can leave your blonde, gray, or silver hair brass-free softer and strengthened. Find more products that can help keep your hair bright and brass-free or take the Hair Quiz for a personalized OLAPLEX routine.

*Compared to top purple shampoos

**On virgin hair tresses

Sources

1. https://www.byrdie.com/purple-vs-blue-shampoo-7494830
2. https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/beauty/color-correcting-makeup-guide
3. https://www.cosmopolitan.com/style-beauty/beauty/g40449681/best-shampoos-for-gray-hair
4. https://www.realsimple.com/beauty-fashion/hair/hair-care/how-to-get-rid-of-brassy-hair

• Curly hair is prone to dryness, making hair masks a must-have in your haircare routine.
• Hair masks can help control dryness, frizz, tangles, and breakage.
• If you have fine to medium curly hair, try the Weightless Nourishing Hair Mask. 
• If you have medium to thick hair, try the Rich Hydration Hair Mask.

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• What Exactly Is a Hair Mask?
• How Do You Apply a Hair Mask?
• Signs Your Curly Hair Needs a Hair Mask
• How to Choose a Hair Mask for Dry, Curly Hair
• The Best Hair Mask for Fine to Medium Curly Hair
• The Best Hair Mask for Medium to Thick Curly Hair

Why Your Curly Hair Is Better with OLAPLEX® Hair Masks

Does your curly hair crave moisture? You may need to add a moisturizing mask to your routine. Find out more about hair masks and how they benefit curly hair.

What Exactly Is a Hair Mask?

Most hair masks provide deep moisture to each strand of hair. OLAPLEX hair masks work above and beyond by also locking in lasting moisture and delivering repair, strength, and style benefits. They are formulated to:

• Make hair softer and shinier
• Add moisture to hair
• Manage frizz
• Minimize hair breakage and strengthen hair

How Do You Apply a Hair Mask?

You’ll apply a mask to the mid-lengths to ends of your hair, leave it on, and then wash it out. Hair masks are generally formulated to:

• Make hair softer and shinier 
• Add moisture to hair 
• Manage frizz 
• Minimize hair breakage and strengthen hair

Signs Your Curly Hair Needs a Hair Mask

Curly hair is prone to dryness—even more so than other hair types. If your curly hair is: 

• Dry
• Unwanted frizz
• Lacking shine
• Breaking easily
• Tangles

Then it might be time for a hydrating hair mask that helps you reach your curly hair goals.

How to Choose a Hair Mask for Dry, Curly Hair

When choosing a hair mask for curls, pick one that’s formulated for your hair texture. You don’t want your curls to be weighed down or not receive enough moisture. As a reminder, the three hair textures are: 

• Fine: Each strand of hair has a narrow diameter.
• Medium: The diameter of your hair is wider than fine hair but isn’t as wide as thick hair.
• Thick: Your hair might feel coarse, and each strand of hair has a wide diameter.

Luckily, OLAPLEX has two hair masks created for your hair texture: Weightless Nourishing Mask and Rich Hydration Mask.

The Best Hair Mask for Fine to Medium Curly Hair

If you have fine to medium curly hair that needs moisture, reach for OLAPLEX Weightless Nourishing Mask. This hair mask locks in lightweight hydration for up to five washes without weighing your hair down.* It reduces and prevents breakage for length retention over time, and its Volume Boost Complex creates 2x all-day instant volume.

To use the Weightless Nourishing Mask: 

1. Apply the mask after shampooing on the mid-lengths to the ends of damp hair.

2. Leave the mask on for 3-5 minutes. 

3. Rinse well. 

For best results, use the Weightless Nourishing Mask weekly. 

If you have fine curly hair, you might also benefit from a shampoo and conditioner that’s specifically formulated for it. Before using Weightless Nourishing Mask, try N°.4FINE Bond Maintenance® Shampoo to strengthen, repair, and prevent future hair damage.** This ultra-light volumizing shampoo for fine hair removes buildup to leave your hair clean and soft with lasting volume, body, and bounce. On days when you don’t use a hair mask, finish with N°.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Conditioner, a weightless fine hair conditioner that hydrates while building lasting volume. 

The Best Hair Mask for Medium to Thick Curly Hair

If you have medium to thick curly hair, choose the Rich Hydration Mask. This deeply restorative, moisturizing hair mask locks in instant hydration and prevents breakage for up to five washes.† It keeps hair smoother and shinier while creating all-day, humidity-resistant frizz control. When you use this hair mask, you’ll also notice stronger hair. 

To use the Rich Hydration Mask: 

1. Start strong with a shampoo like N°.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo.

2. Apply the mask to the mid-lengths to the ends of wet hair. 

3. Leave the Rich Hydration Mask on for 3-5 minutes, then rinse well. 

For the best results, use the Rich Hydration Mask weekly. On days when you don’t finish with a hair mask, moisturize your curls with N°.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner.  

The right hair mask can help your curls look and feel their best. If you’re looking for more curly haircare tips, learn how to get your curls back with OLAPLEX. 

*On virgin hair tresses

**When used with Nº.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Conditioner.

†On bleached hair tresses

Sources

1. https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-use-hair-mask 

2. https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/hair-scalp-care/hair/curly-hair-care

• Hair masks and conditioners are both meant to hydrate, improve manageability, and enhance the overall health of hair.
• Hair masks are thicker, richer, and more intense than conditioners, and they are used less frequently.
• Using a hair mask softens, strengthens, reduces frizz, and protects hair against damage.
• Any hair type can benefit from hair masks, but tangly, dry, thick, and color-treated hair gains the most from their deep hydration and restorative effects.

Jump to

• What Is Conditioner?
• What Is a Hair Mask?
• How Do I Know If I Need a Hair Mask?
• The Best OLAPLEX Conditioners and Hair Masks
• Make Hair Goals a Reality with OLAPLEX

Hair Mask vs. Conditioner: What's the Difference?

Hair masks and conditioners serve similar purposes: they hydrate and nourish our hair. But what’s the difference between these two essentials? Learn about conditioners and hair masks, what they do, whether you need a hair mask, the best ones, and which OLAPLEX hair mask is right for you.

What Is Conditioner?

We're betting you know what a hair conditioner is and use one religiously, but let's review. We use conditioner after shampooing to replenish moisture, increase shine, soften, protect, reduce frizz, and detangle. Not all conditioners are created the same, and some serve different purposes. For example, volumizing formulas help lift the roots, while purple conditioners assist with toning hair. 

Using conditioner is straightforward, but let’s dive into it anyway:

1. Wet your hair. 
2. Wash your hair with a shampoo like Nº.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo.
3. Rinse.
4. Apply a conditioner like Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner to the ends and mid-lengths.
5. Let sit for 1-3 minutes.
6. Rinse and proceed.

What Is a Hair Mask?

Hair masks share a lot in common with conditioners as they:

• Soften hair
• Increase shine
• Minimize frizz

The key difference between hair masks and conditioners? Hair masks are thicker, richer, and moisturize more intensively than a conditioner. Also, masks are usually used once weekly.

How do you use a hair mask? Here’s how:

1. Apply to clean, damp hair after shampooing, saturating the mid-lengths to ends.
2. Leave on for 3 minutes.
3. Rinse.

How Do I Know If I Need a Hair Mask?

If you have any of the following, it’s a good idea to consider incorporating a hair mask into your routine:

• Tangled hair
• Breakage
• Dryness
• Color-treated hair

The Best OLAPLEX Conditioners and Hair Masks

All OLAPLEX masks and conditioners are tested, trusted, and backed by science. Which ones are right for you? Let's talk about hair types and goals to help you choose.

Weightless Nourishing Mask

Some masks can feel heavy on fine hair because it’s more prone to oiliness and flatness. If you have fine hair, don’t let this deter you from using one: OLAPLEX’s Weightless Nourishing Mask is specifically formulated for fine and medium hair. This instantly volumizing mask locks in lightweight hydration and seals hair cuticles for up to five washes without weighing hair down. A single use immediately reduces breakage and helps prevent snapping wash after wash to support length retention over time.

Weightless Nourishing Mask provides:

• 2X volume instantly and all day
• 2X hydration instantly* with 1.5X hydration after 5 washes
• 32% reduction in breakage instantly
• 63% more shine

Rich Hydration Mask

This deeply restorative, moisturizing hair mask for medium to coarse and very dry hair types locks in intense hydration and seals hair cuticles for up to five washes to prevent moisture loss and keep hair smoother and shinier. Using this mask just once will continue to lock in intense hydration and instantly create all-day frizz control and reduce and prevent breakage for smoother hair. 

Rich Hydration Mask offers:

• 16x instant hydration with 6x hydration after five washes*
• 71% instant reduction in breakage
• 119% more shine
• 74% frizz reduction all day, even in high humidity

*On bleached hair tresses

N º.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner

Nº.5 is the classic go-to OLAPLEX conditioner for all damage-prone types and hair textures on days when you’re not using a hair mask. This color-safe, nourishing conditioner repairs and strengthens while increasing manageability for smoother, healthier-looking hair when used with Nº.4.

N º.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Conditioner

A great complement to the Weightless Nourishing Mask, Nº.5FINE is formulated for fine hair types that experience damage and lack hair volume. When used after washing with Nº.4FINE Bond Maintenance® Shampoo on days when you’re not using a hair mask, this conditioner:

• Repairs and strengthens hair
• Provides healthy body and volume
• Hydrates without weighing down fine strands or contributing to excess sebum production

N º.5P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Conditioner

If you have blonde or grey hair, Nº.5P is the one for you. It goes beyond your typical purple conditioner.

When used with Nº.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo, Nº.5P:

• Neutralizes brassiness, brightens, and tones
• Hydrates and smooths
• Strengthens and repairs

Make Hair Goals a Reality with OLAPLEX

Everybody can benefit from a hair mask, regardless of their hair type. Take the next step to healthier hair—explore our products and find your ideal routine with our hair quiz. 

• Your hair turns gray or silver when the cells in your hair follicles no longer produce melanin, which gives your hair its color.
• Gray or silver hair may have a different texture due to less sebum production.
• Upgrade your haircare routine with products like purple-toning shampoos and hair masks, which can correct brassiness and dullness in gray or silver hair.

Jump to

• Why Does Hair Turn Gray?
• Why Does Gray Hair Have a Different Texture?
• How to Care for Gray Hair
  • Use a Purple Shampoo and Conditioner
  • Try a Moisturizing Hair Mask for Gray Hair
  • Prevent Damage
  • Get a Chelating Treatment

The Secret to Stunning Silver and Gray Hair

When you see grays, a new door opens, and you can choose to start the journey of embracing your natural gray hair. You may notice that the texture of gray hair is wirier and coarser than your pigmented hair. Understanding the changes your hair is going through will help you rock those gorgeous silver strands best.

Why Does Hair Turn Gray?

The pigment cells in hair follicles that produce melanin give hair its color. When the cells no longer produce melanin, the hair's lack of pigment turns it silver, white, or gray. As your hair ages, new growth from those follicles will grow in gray. It can be tempting to pull out sporadic strands of gray, but it's advisable not to do that. Plucking gray hairs can compromise your hair’s fullness.

Why Does Gray Hair Have a Different Texture?

One challenge you may face going gray is a change in hair texture. Though the texture feels coarser and wirier, the structure of the follicle doesn't change. Around the time the melanin-producing cells slow down, the hair follicles produce less oil that hydrates the hair, known as sebum. The lack of sebum results in drier hair, which feels wiry in texture.

How to Care for Gray Hair

To help keep your gray hair looking gorgeous, it’s a good idea to tailor your haircare routine to what gray hair needs. Learn more about how you can maintain the most stunning gray or silver hair.

Use a Purple Shampoo and Conditioner

Your gray hair deserves the right shampoo. Since gray hair is hair that has lost its pigment, it’s prone to turning yellow from metals or minerals in your shower water, sun exposure, and product buildup. That’s where our purple shampoo and conditioner system come in. OLAPLEX® N°.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo and OLAPLEX N°.5P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Conditioner work together to neutralize unwanted brassiness and yellow tones in gray hair while locking in root-to-tip brightness. When used as a system, N°.4P and N°.5P are proven to tone, strengthen, and smooth for shinier hair that's 89% smoother with 52% less breakage after one use.* Both N°.4P and N°.5P can also be used on their own.

To add even more vibrancy to your hair, finish with OLAPLEX N°.7 Bonding Oil.

Try a Moisturizing Hair Mask for Gray Hair

When you go gray, your hair requires more moisture. Prep your hair by removing any metals and minerals that have built up over time with N°.4C Bond Maintenance® Clarifying Shampoo. For severe cases of buildup, where a clarifying shampoo won’t do the trick, an OLAPLEX salon can provide an OLAPLEX Chelating treatment to remove those impurities. Once your hair is clarified, consider a moisturizing mask to care for your gray hair, like OLAPLEX Rich Hydration Mask or OLAPLEX Weightless Nourishing Mask. These masks seal the cuticle of your hair, helping them lie flat for up to five washes which prevents dryness and enhances overall hydration over time. If your silver hair is medium or coarse, use the Rich Hydration Mask weekly for instant detangling and intense hydration. For those with fine to medium hair, treat your gray hair once a week with the Weightless Nourishing Mask for instant volume and hydration and a 32% reduction in breakage. These masks help treat damage while helping to strengthen your hair over time.

Prevent Damage

Your gray hair may be more prone to damage due to its texture and porosity. Stop damage in its tracks with OLAPLEX N°.3 Hair Perfector™. This pre-shampoo treatment uses OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology® to repair, protect, and strengthen hair from the inside out. If you’re styling your hair with hot tools, protect your hair from heat up to 450°F (232°C) with Nº.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum.

Get a Chelating Treatment

If you’ve noticed your gray hair has become become lackluster, you might want to try a chelating professional treatment. OLAPLEX Broad Spectrum Chelating Treatment is a high-potency purifying treatment that removes buildup in your hair from oil, hard water, metals, and minerals without stripping your hair. This helps brighten your hair, minimize discoloration, and restore shine and softness. The OLAPLEX Broad Spectrum Chelating treatment is a professional service only available at salons. Find an OLAPLEX Partner Salon near you to experience this deep, purifying treatment.

Using the right haircare products, like a hair mask for gray hair, can correct brassiness and dullness while keeping your silver or gray hair looking healthy and beautiful. Discover more OLAPLEX products that can repair and strengthen all hair types, or take the Hair Quiz to get a personalized OLAPLEX routine.

Sources

1. https://www.vogue.com/article/natural-gray-hair-care
2. https://www.byrdie.com/how-to-care-for-gray-hair-5077505

*Based on an independent consumer perception study of 60 women with bleached/color treated blonde hair using a system of N°.4P/5P.

• Summer hair damage can make your hair look dry, frizzy, or dull.
• The sun, salt water, and chlorine are known to damage your hair.
• You can fight summer hair damage at home with the right hair treatments , like bond-builders and hair masks.

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• How Does the Sun Damage Your Hair?
• How Does Salt Water Damage Your Hair?
• How Does Chlorine Damage Your Hair?
• 4 Summer Hair Treatments to Try at Home

How to Repair Summer Hair Damage

While we enjoy our summer holidays under the sun, sometimes our hair may wish it had stayed home. Although beachy hair is synonymous with the coveted Californian look, sun-kissed locks can result in hair damage, too. Don't wait until the season ends is over to repair your hair from summer damage.

The major contributors to summer hair damage are excessive sun, salt water, and chlorine. This can lead to dry, brittle, damaged hair by the end of the season. Without summer hair treatments before, during, and after summer activities, your hair may become compromised and need more significant repair. OLAPLEX rebuilds broken bonds, which means you'll get healthier-looking hair.

Before diving into summer hair treatments, it's important to understand how and why the sun, salt water, and chlorine can damage your hair.

How Does the Sun Damage Your Hair?

The UVA and UVB rays from the sun can damage the outside of your hair (the hair cuticle). Too much sun exposure can make your hair dry, frizzy, and brittle. The sun can also lighten your hair, but this lightening process can damage your hair's keratin, a type of protein essential to hair's structure and strength.

How Does Salt Water Damage Your Hair?

Although swimming in the ocean can feel refreshing, saltwater might not be kind to your hair. Salt water can strip your hair of its natural oils, making it dehydrated. This can leave it feeling brittle, dry, and damaged. Since saltwater can dry out your hair, it can also lead to breakage.

Salt water can also damage dyed hair. If you dye your hair and then swim in the ocean or a saltwater pool, the water can strip the color from your hair and weaken your hair structure.

How Does Chlorine Damage Your Hair?

Is your hair feeling dry and brittle after dipping in the pool? It may be due to chlorine. Chlorine can strip away your hair's natural oils and compromise your hair cuticles. The antimicrobial and algicidal chemicals in chlorine can also damage your hair.

4 Summer Hair Treatments to Try at Home

If you notice your hair is dry, brittle, or frizzy in the summer, don't worry with the right summer hair treatments, you can restore your hair's softness and shine. Consider these four haircare products that fight damage and restore your hair’s strength:

OLAPLEX Nº.0 Intensive Bond Building Hair Treatment

Start your summer hair repair with OLAPLEX Nº.0 Intensive Bond Building Hair Treatment before OLAPLEX Nº.3 Hair Perfector™. This spray-on treatment primes hair for deeper repair while strengthening and protecting hair integrity. Nº.0 is formulated with OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology®, which repairs broken bonds for stronger hair when used with Nº.3.

OLAPLEX Nº.3 Hair Perfector®

Celebrity hair colorist Tracey Cunningham is a longtime advocate for bond-building:

"In the summer, I always tell my clients: start with a Nº.3 treatment," she says. Nº.3 Hair Perfector® is a pre-shampoo treatment powered by patented OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology® to repair and strengthen hair from the inside out. Fighting damage with Nº.3 Hair Perfector® is easy: simply apply it to damp hair from roots to ends, rinse thoroughly, and follow with OLAPLEX shampoo and conditioner. Use it alone or paired with OLAPLEX Nº.0 for maximum at-home repair in 3 to 10 minutes.

Rich Hydration Mask

Summer damage can make your hair look dull, dry, and lifeless. After restoring strength with a bond builder, Tracey adds: "Then follow with a moisture mask—salt water and chlorine can really take a toll on your hair." 

If you deal with dryness or have medium to thick hair, try the Rich Hydration Mask. This deeply restorative, moisturizing hair mask locks in intense hydration for up to five washes* to prevent moisture loss and keep hair smoother and shinier. It also delivers all-day frizz control, detangles hair, and reduces and prevents breakage.

Weightless Nourishing Hair Mask

Fine hair is more prone to flatness and oiliness. If your hair is fine to medium, the best summer hair mask for you is the Weightless Nourishing Mask. This hair mask locks in lightweight hydration, reduces and prevents breakage for up to five washes,** and creates instant, all-day volume.

Let OLAPLEX lead the way to softer, healthier-looking hair this summer. Take the Hair Quiz to get a personalized OLAPLEX routine and explore more hair products.

The Mini Essentials Set

Nourish healthy summer hair with the Mini Essentials Kit. Repair and strengthen hair from the inside out with N°.3 Hair Perfector™ to start. Then wash and condition with N°4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and N°5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner for smoother hair, better detangling, and less breakage.* Smooth frizz, add shine, and protect from heat up to 450°F with the styling trifecta N°9 Bond Protector, N°6 Bond Smoother®, and OLAPLEX N°.7 Bonding Oil.

Take the Hair Quiz to get a personalized OLAPLEX routine or discover hair products that fight damage and repair hair bonds.

*When used as a system of N°3, N°4, and N°5.

*On bleached hair tresses

**On virgin hair tresses

Sources

1. https://health.clevelandclinic.org/best-ways-to-protect-your-hair-from-sun-damage
2. https://www.instyle.com/is-salt-water-bad-for-your-hair-8647603
3. https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2024/06/14/is-chlorine-bad-for-your-hair/73842675007/
4. https://www.byrdie.com/how-to-protect-your-hair-from-chlorine-5271383

• OLAPLEX® Nº.4C Bond Maintenance® Clarifying Shampoo has a non-stripping, color-safe formula designed to effectively remove buildup, including heavy metals, chlorine, and pollutants without leaving hair dry or straw-like.
• For best results, use Nº.4C alongside regular OLAPLEX conditioners or treatments. Clarifying with Nº.4C before using bond-building treatments like Nº.0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment and Nº.3 Hair Perfector ® can help boost the effectiveness of treatments.
• Use a hair mask after washing with clarifying shampoo and conditioning to add moisture and softness to your hair.

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• How OLAPLEX Nº.4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo Works
• What is Buildup?
• How to Use OLAPLEX Nº.4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo
• Frequently Asked Questions

All About OLAPLEX Nº.4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo

Is your hair feeling a little bogged down? A non-stripping clarifying shampoo is what you need to remove buildup that causes hard-to-manage, dull, and damaged hair. OLAPLEX Nº.4C Bond Maintenance® Clarifying Shampoo is here to clear the way for lighter, cleaner hair. Find out how using this shampoo tackles buildup and how to incorporate it into your hair routine.

How OLAPLEX Nº.4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo Works

What is a clarifying shampoo, and what does it do? A clarifying shampoo is a type of shampoo that’s formulated to remove buildup in your hair. Advanced broad-spectrum clarifying shampoos like Nº.4C remove more than just hard water minerals, buildup, and oil. This surface-level deep cleansing shampoo uses surfactants and clarifiers to pull impurities out of your hair like heavy metals, chlorine, and pollutants. Typical clarifying shampoos can strip the hair, leaving it feeling straw-like, rough, and dry. Nº.4C is the opposite: it’s color-safe and non-stripping, giving you soft, shiny hair with every wash.

What is Buildup?

If your hair still looks frizzy, limp, dull, greasy, and just plain unmanageable, it may be because you have buildup. Buildup occurs in multiple ways, including what’s in your water, the surrounding air, and hair products. If buildup stays in the hair, it can lead to damage like split ends, breakage, and frizz. Nº.4C is the missing link to your OLAPLEX routine to remove buildup and bring back life to hair.

How to Use OLAPLEX Nº.4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo

Use Nº.4C weekly for surface level deep-cleansing to remove impurities that weigh hair down and cause damage:

1. Apply Nº.4C to wet hair, concentrating on your scalp, then working through to the ends.
2. Lather fully and leave for up to five minutes.
3. Rinse well, and continue with your haircare routine, following with Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner.

After washing, try a powerful hair mask like the Weightless Nourishing Mask or the Rich Hydration Mask. Both hair masks are powered by Biomimetic Cuticle Technology to seal cuticles, prevent cuticle damage, and enhance hydration for up to five washes.

Pro tip: Use Nº.4C to remove buildup before repairing broken bonds with the Nº.0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment and Nº.3 Hair Perfector® combination.

Is your buildup stubborn? After using No.4C, go to an OLAPLEX salon and ask your stylist for a Professional Chelating Treatment, which removes buildup in as little as one minute.*

Frequently Asked Questions

Let’s clarify some of your Nº.4C questions (pun fully intended):

How Often Should You Use Clarifying Shampoo?

Use Nº.4C once every one to two weeks or as needed.

Can You Use Clarifying Shampoo after Using OLAPLEX Nº.3 Hair Perfector?

Yes, you can use a Nº.3 Hair Perfector™ before or after washing with Nº.4C, but it’s recommended that you clarify before bond building to remove buildup on the hair.

Is OLAPLEX Nº.4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo Color-Safe?

Yes, OLAPLEX Nº.4C Clarifying Shampoo is color-safe. It’s formulated to cleanse hair thoroughly without stripping or fading color-treated hair.

Should You Use a Hair Mask after Clarifying Shampoo?

Yes, using a hair mask like Weightless Nourishing Mask and Rich Hydration Mask after washing with clarifying shampoo can be a great idea. Clarifying shampoos deeply clean the scalp to remove buildup, pollutants, hard water minerals, and other impurities. Following up with a hair mask adds moisture, restores softness, and makes strands smoother and more manageable.

The next time you notice buildup in your hair, reach for No.4C. Learn more about treatments to ask for from your hairdresser or take the Hair Quiz to get a personalized haircare routine today.

*Additional processing time may be needed depending on type and condition of hair.

• Conditioners moisturize, repair, and protect hair. The frequency and type of conditioning needed depends on hair type and texture, as well as other factors.
• Rinse-out conditioners can be used with every wash cycle, and leave-in conditioners or deep conditioning treatments can be used as needed.
• It’s important to know your hair’s specific conditioning needs to determine the best conditioning options for you.

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• Why Are Conditioners Important?
• Figuring Out Conditioning Frequency
• Knowing Your Hair’s Needs
• Is Conditioner Bad for Your Hair or Scalp?

How Often Should You Condition Your Hair?

Sure, you may know that conditioner can hydrate your hair, make it smoother, and help control frizz, but how often does your hair need conditioner? Learn more about conditioner, how often to use it, and how to know when you need more or less conditioning.

Why Are Conditioners Important?

Conditioners do a lot—from moisturizing hair and reducing frizz to increasing shine, luster, and manageability. Conditioners like OLAPLEX® Nº.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner can also strengthen hair to enhance its look, feel, health, and style-ability.

Figuring Out Conditioning Frequency

If you’re trying to figure out how often to condition your hair, there’s no one correct answer for everyone. Timing depends on hair type and texture, the climate, and how you style your hair. The type of conditioner—rinse-out, leave-in, or deep conditioning—also makes a difference.

Rinse-out Conditioner

In most cases, you should use rinse-out conditioner with every wash cycle. Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner is a rinse-away conditioner for all damage-prone hair types that can be used during every wash cycle and is gentle enough to use daily. If you’re keeping brassiness at bay with Nº.5P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Conditioner, use it weekly or as needed. For fine hair types, condition with Nº.5FINE Bond Maintenance® Conditioner for instant volumizing and strengthening, and rinse out after each use.

Leave-in Conditioner

Reach for a leave-in after your shampoo and conditioner if you want to keep  repairing damaged hair or provide longer lasting moisturize to moderately dry hair . Nº.5LEAVE-IN™ Moisturize & Mend Leave-In Conditioner can be used on clean, damp hair or on dry ends in between washes to instantly hydrate and seal split ends while continuously protecting and repairing your hair.

Deep Conditioning Treatment

Need more powerful mask treatment? A deep hair conditioning mask could be for you. If you have dry or medium to thick hair, go with OLAPLEX Rich Hydration Mask to lock in moisture and reduce frizz, all while repairing hair bonds and restoring strength. If you have fine hair, reach for OLAPLEX Weightless Nourishing Mask to create instant volume while sealing cuticles for up to five washes. The key to finding which mask is right for you is to match the mask to your hair type—light hydration works best for fine hair, while rich hydration is more effective for thick hair, which can absorb it without feeling heavy.

Knowing Your Hair’s Needs

While those are the general guidelines, your hair is unique, meaning it might need more or less conditioning. Here are signs to watch for if you think you might need a personalized conditioning timeline.

• Condition a little less if your hair is greasy, doesn’t hold a style well, falls flat, or is overly glossy.
• Condition a little more if your hair is tangly, frizzy, dull, or has breakage, add in  for deep restorative benefits.

Is Conditioner Bad for Your Hair or Scalp?

You know about the benefits of using the right amount of conditioner, but is that the whole story? Are conditioners bad for your scalp or hair? It’s important to ensure proper rinsing, and limit how much conditioner goes on your scalp to prevent the hair from being weighed down.

To find the right OLAPLEX® conditioner or deep conditioning treatment to keep your hair healthy, hydrated, and feeling great, take our Hair Quiz. And if you want to learn more ways to treat your hair right, head to the OLAPLEX Blog.

Sources

1. https://www.healthline.com/health/how-often-should-you-condition-your-hair
2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4458934/
3. https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-use-hair-conditioner

• Thick hair isn’t one size fits all. Understanding the difference between density and texture is essential to choosing the best thick hair routine. 
• The key to a good haircare routine starts at the most basic level. Finding a shampoo and conditioner that works best with your hair type is crucial. 
• Thick hair often needs targeted hydration and smoothing to manage frizz, enhance definition, and support the styling process.
  

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• Understanding Thick Hair: What Makes it Different? 
• What Are the Best Products for Thick Hair? 
• The Best Stylers for Thick Hair 
• Final Thoughts for Stronger, Smoother, Healthier Thick or Coarse Hair
  

Best Products for Thick Hair

If you have thick hair, learn what OLAPLEX® products work best with it. Discover the best formulas to smooth, strengthen, and hydrate your hair.

Understanding Thick Hair: What Makes it Different?

Thick hair is often thought of as simply having a full head of luxurious hair, but there are several characteristics of thick hair types, such as the coarseness or density of the hair, that should be addressed when making decisions about your hair care routine.

One key distinction is density versus texture. Density refers to how many individual strands there are per square inch of your scalp. When talking about thick hair and density, it is more about how tightly your hair is packed on your head. Texture, on the other hand, refers to the diameter and feel of each individual strand, and can range from fine to coarse. Someone could have coarse-textured hair with low density, or fine-textured hair with high density. Both are considered thick hair; however, they require different approaches in routine for the best results.

Pro tip: To determine your hair type, check out our in-depth breakdown of Hair Type and Texture

Caring for Thick Hair

Thick hair is beautiful and resilient. With just a little extra care, you can easily manage its unique needs and keep it looking its best. Coarser textures tend to be more porous, making them prone to moisture loss, which causes the appearance of frizz. In addition, dense hair of all types can be harder to style without targeted hair care, and can sometimes feel resistant to styling. It can even take longer to dry due to its volume and structure, but with the right hair approach, you can maintain balance, structure, and long-term hair health. The right thick hair products can help you manage frizz, dryness, and more.

What Are the Best Products for Thick Hair?

The first step of a good hair care routine starts with the basics—a reliable shampoo that is designed exactly for your hair type. For an overall hair cleanse that focuses on your hair’s internal structure, use Nᵒ.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo. This shampoo reduces breakage and strengthens hair while hydrating, and smoothing.

For a boost in hydration that will also detangle your hair, follow up with Nᵒ.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner. Both of these products work together as your first steps towards hydrated, shiny, hair.

For coarser hair, focus on reducing frizz and hydrating the hair. For all day frizz reduction, consider using the new Rich Hydration Mask , which can provide 74% frizz reduction and add 119% more shine to your hair while increasing hydration by up to 16 times instantly after use. Multiple molecular weight oils infuse deep moisture into the hair, wrapping it in hydration for a high-slip softness and a halo of shine. This mask also works to prevent cuticle damage over time. 

The Best Stylers for Thick Hair

Look for stylers that will moisturize thick hair, it’s important to keep up with hydration and definition by incorporating smoothing products and hair oils. Nᵒ.6 Bond Smoother® should be applied to clean, damp hair to create a smoother, softer blow-dries and more defined air-dried styles without weighing hair down. Finish the styling process with the OLAPLEX® Nᵒ.7 Bonding Oil™ for an instant boost in shine, vibrancy, heat protection, and softness.

Pro tip: Hair oil also helps tame any frizz and flyaways.

Final Thoughts for Stronger, Smoother, Healthier Thick or Coarse Hair

Thick to coarse hair has its own character and needs. With the right products, it becomes more manageable and resilient while also being easier to style. Whether your strands are coarse, dense, or both, building a consistent routine rooted in repair and hydration is key to long-term hair health. Take the Hair Quiz today to get a personalized OLAPLEX routine for thick hair.

• Liter-sized shampoos and conditioners offer 33.8 oz or 1000 ml of product, significantly more than standard or salon sizes.
• One liter can last from six months to a year, depending on hair length, type, thickness, and wash frequency.
• Buying in liters is cost-effective, eco-friendly, and convenient, especially for households or loyal users.
• OLAPLEX offers liter options for various hair types, including fine, blonde, and buildup-prone hair.
• The available liter products include No.4 and No.5, as well as specialized variants like No.4FINE, No.5FINE, No.4P, No.5P, and No.4C.

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• How Big Is a Liter of Shampoo and Conditioner?
• How Long Do Liters of Shampoo and Conditioner Last?
• Why Buy a Liter-Sized Shampoo and Conditioner?
• What Are the Available Liters at OLAPLEX?

Everything You Need to Know About Liter-Sized Shampoos and Conditioners

Less is more… or is it? Not when it comes to OLAPLEX®. Liter sizes mean more of the science-backed care your hair deserves. Learn everything you need to know about liter-sized shampoos and conditioners, their size, longevity, costs, benefits, and the ones available at OLAPLEX.

How Big Is a Liter of Shampoo and Conditioner?

A liter of shampoo and conditioner is larger than a standard size and a salon (medium) size. It is 33.8 fluid ounces or 1000 ml of product.

How Long Do Liters of Shampoo and Conditioner Last?

The answer depends on your hair length, thickness, type, and how often you wash. If you have short, fine hair, a liter can last over a year or two. Medium hair with moderate thickness will last you a year or longer. A liter for long, thick hair may last six months to a year.

Why Buy a Liter-Sized Shampoo and Conditioner?

If you’re looking for the best value and most sustainable option. Here’s why:

• They’re the best value. You might pay more upfront for a liter of shampoo and conditioner, but in the long run, they’re cost-effective, and your wallet will love you.
• They’re sustainable. Buying a liter of shampoo and conditioner instead of multiple smaller bottles reduces plastic waste.
• You stick to what’s known to work. If you buy a liter-sized shampoo or conditioner, you get to be loyal to it. That means no more searching around and trying different products to no avail. You get a consistent routine for your hair.

Cost-Effective

A liter of shampoo or conditioner may seem costly upfront, but it saves you money in the long run. Purchasing multiple bottles of shampoo and conditioner adds up over time, exceeding the cost of a liter.

Less Waste

Although they’re bigger, liters are better for the environment. Buying a liter-size bottle of shampoo and conditioner prevents you from having to purchase multiple, smaller containers, meaning less plastic waste.

Perfect for Loyal Users

A liter size is worth the investment if you’re dedicated to a specific shampoo and conditioner. You won’t feel tempted to jump from product to product when you already have a long-lasting liter you trust.

Great for Long, Thick Hair

Longer, thicker hair calls for more product. A liter may be for you and will save you the hassle of frequently purchasing smaller bottles of shampoo and conditioner. Even if your hair is short or finer, you can still enjoy all the other benefits of liters.

Household Friendly

A liter of shampoo and conditioner is perfect if you live in a household with multiple people. These bottles can efficiently serve multiple hair types and even save space from not having multiple different shampoos and conditioners in the house.

What Are the Available Liter Sizes at OLAPLEX?

OLAPLEX has a wide range of liter-size shampoos and conditioners formulated for different needs.

No.4 Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and No.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner

The original OLAPLEX duo. When used together, No.4 and No.5 improve manageability and softness, increase shine, and reduce and prevent breakage and split ends.

No.4FINE Bond Maintenance® Shampoo and No.5FINE Bond Maintenance Conditioner

Fine hair has unique needs, and that’s exactly what No.4FINE and No.5FINE were formulated for. They provide an optimal balance of repair, weightless hydration, and healthy body and volume.

No.4P Blonde Enhancer™ Toning Shampoo and No.5P Blonde Enhancer™ Conditioner

Over time, blonde hair loses its brightness and can become brassy in color. As a system, No.4P and No.5P are clinically proven to tone, strengthen, and smooth for shinier hair while reducing brassiness. In a study, 91% of users agreed that their hair was less brassy.*

No.4C Bond Maintenance® Clarifying Shampoo

Do you use many styling products, go swimming, exercise a lot, or are exposed to hard water? These things can contribute to unwanted buildup on the scalp. If you grapple with buildup, No.4C is the one for you. This advanced clarifying shampoo removes a wide range of impurities known to damage hair without stripping strands or color.

More of What You Love

Now that you know about liter-sized shampoos and conditioners and their benefits, shop our collection. Not sure which is right for you? Take our Hair Quiz to find the best OLAPLEX products for your unique hair needs.

*Based on an independent consumer perception study of 60 women with bleached/color treated blonde hair using a system of No.4P/5P.

• Fine hair is delicate and light, prone to flatness and oiliness.
• Using products heavy in oils, silicone, and SLS/SLES-containing shampoos can exacerbate fine hair issues, like oil overproduction and lack of volume.
• Take care of your fine hair by using products formulated for fine hair that promote healthy body and volume, strengthen, and hydrate.

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• What Is Fine Hair?
• What Products Weigh Down Fine Hair?
• What Are the Best OLAPLEX Products for Fine Hair?

The Best Products for Fine Hair

If you have fine hair, you know it can be frustrating, thanks to its proneness to oiliness and limpness. Despite this, you can make it livelier and more voluminous with the right products. Fine hair requires a delicate balance, and the wrong formulas can weigh it down or make it feel even greasier. To bring the best out of your fine hair, let’s break down what not to use and what works.

What Is Fine Hair?

Fine hair is one of the three types of hair textures, followed by medium and coarse. When you have fine hair, your hair strands are thinner and smaller in diameter. Fine hair is not the same as thin hair—it’s all about the size of your hair strands, as thinness refers to low-density hair follicles.

Like any other hair type, fine hair has its challenges. It’s more fragile, making it more prone to breakage. Fine hair also gets greasier and oilier quicker, weighing it down at the scalp and making the roots look flat and dull. Because fine hair often lacks volume, it’s tempting to overcompensate with styling products, which can result in more buildup, only further exacerbating the issue.

What Products Weigh Down Fine Hair?

If you have fine hair, avoid heavy, oil-based hair masks, serums, and conditioners, which can bog hair down and result in a limp appearance. Hair products with heavy silicones can contribute to buildup. Choose lighter masks and serums with minimal silicones or oils.

While they don’t directly weigh down fine hair, washing frequently with sulfate-containing products can cause oil overproduction by drying out your scalp. Instead, opt for an SLS/SLES-free shampoo and use lightweight masks, styling products, and conditioners formulated for fine hair.

What Are the Best OLAPLEX Products for Fine Hair?

Consider adding the best OLAPLEX science-backed fine hair products to your routine, like:

A bond repair regimen, Nᵒ.4FINE and Nᵒ.5FINE, is specifically formulated for the needs of fine hair types experiencing damage. Together, this shampoo and conditioner provide an optimal balance of repair, weightless hydration, and healthy body and volume. They have OLAPLEX Complete Bond Technology™, which strengthens fragile bonds for healthier hair. Nᵒ.4FINE and Nᵒ.5FINE hydrate and balance sebum levels without over-conditioning or contributing to excess oil production. Plus, they’re free of SLS/SLES. 

To use Nᵒ.4FINE and Nᵒ.5FINE:

1. Apply Nᵒ.4FINE to your wet hair and lather thoroughly. 
2. Rinse.
3. Apply Nᵒ.5FINE to your mid-lengths and ends, using more as needed.
4. Let sit for 1-3 minutes.
5. Rinse. 

Volumizing Blow Dry Mist

Before you jump into blow-drying after washing, protect and volumize with Volumizing Blow Dry Mist. This mist is a highly concentrated  source of hydrating amino acids and provides weightless volume, body, and bounce. It repairs and protects hair from up to 450°F heat while delivering a fast, healthier-looking blowout without leaving any filmy residue.

To use Volumizing Blow Dry Mist:

1. Mist a generous amount onto clean, damp hair from roots to tip.
2. Direct the hair away from the head for more body and bounce as you blow dry.
3. For more focused areas of volume, like the crown, dry hair to 80% dry before sectioning. Mist a generous amount on both sides of the section and blowdry with a round brush to increase volume and movement. 

N ᵒ.4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo

You know washing too frequently can dry out the scalp and result in more oil production. That’s why it’s smart to use a dry shampoo between washes to keep your scalp looking fresh, like Nᵒ.4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo. This light-as-air dry shampoo leaves hair looking first-day fresh with weightless body and a just-washed clean feeling. It absorbs oil and cleans the scalp without leaving a powdery, gritty residue or clogging follicles.

Here's how to use Nᵒ.4D:

1. Shake well before using.
2. Separate hair into sections.
3. Holding the bottle 6-10 inches from hair, spray onto the roots.
4. Wait 30 seconds, then massage into scalp.