Is Olaplex 2 and 3 the same?

By way of comparison, Olaplex No 2 is a little more concentrated than the No 3. One way to think of it is by looking at Philip Kingsley's Elasticiser and the Elasticiser EXTREME! No 2 is like No 3, on steroids!
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How do you use Olaplex 2 at home?

Here's what to do:
  1. Dispense a quarter-size amount of Olaplex No. 2 in your hands.
  2. Apply to the hair from scalp to ends.
  3. Cut the hair as normal. A haircut takes roughly 20 to 30 minutes—and during that time, Olaplex No. 2 is working its magic.
  4. Rinse, shampoo and condition with Olaplex No. 4 and Olaplex No.
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Do you have to use Olaplex 1 and 2 to use 3?

No, you don't have to have used Olaplex No. 1 and No. 2 in order for No. 3 to work on your hair.
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What does Olaplex 2 do?

No.2 contains the same active ingredient as No.1. No.2 finds more single sulfur hydrogen bonds and cross links them back together without color, lightener or relaxers working against it. This is the second step of the OLAPLEX system, applied at the shampoo bowl. Apply a generous amount and comb through thoroughly.
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Can you leave Olaplex 2 on overnight?

As a company, we do not recommend sleeping in OLAPLEX treatments as it could get into your eyes. However, we have received great feedback from people who have used it this way.
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WHAT IS OLAPLEX? (Olaplex SALON TREATMENT N1



Does Olaplex No 2 work on its own?

OLAPLEX No.2 contains our active ingredient, Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate, and is highly effective on its own.
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Do you shampoo after Olaplex 2?

Step 3: Once the cut is complete, rinse and shampoo out the No. 2. It's important to remember Olaplex is by no means a conditioning treatment or a leave in– so remember to condition after shampooing based on the hair's needs (dryness, frizz, volume).
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Can I use Olaplex 2 everyday?

Are there risks with using Olaplex “too often”? Apparently no. Olaplex cannot damage your hair, no matter how often you use it. Some users have reported that when they use it for long periods, the amount of time it requires to “take effect” will climb and climb.
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How often should you use Olaplex 2?

OLAPLEX is a bond builder, not a conditioning treatment or protein treatment, allowing extensive use, the minimum is once weekly. Start with two treatments a week then go from there.
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Can I leave Olaplex number 3 on overnight?

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

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

Olaplex 8 is used after you wash your hair with shampoo. Olaplex 3 is a reparative TREATMENT and Olaplex 8 is a reparative MASK. Another difference between Olaplex 3 and 8 is that Olaplex 3 repairs, protects and strengthens, while Olaplex 8 moisturizes, smooths, adds body & shine.
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What is Olaplex No 3 used for?

Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector is made with patented technology dramatically improving the condition of every type of hair. Providing real, structural repair that works from within. This acts to maintain strength, structure, integrity, softness and shine.
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What does Olaplex 1 and 2 do?

1 the tool that fights damage during the chemical service and No. 2 the tool to revive and rebuild the bonds in your hair once the chemical service is complete or in between services to allow for more processes in a shorter time frame. OLAPLEX No. 3 Hair Perfector is the take-home OLAPLEX treatment, similar to No.
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How long can you leave Olaplex 1 and 2 on?

Whilst No 1 felt all runny and watery, No 2 has a completely different consistency - it's very thick and creamy, like conditioner. Once you've massaged it all throughout the hair, give it another cheeky comb through. Olaplex say to leave this on for a minimum of 10 minutes.
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Which Olaplex is best for hair growth?

According to dermatologist Dr. Dendy Engelman, Olaplex's No. 3 Hair Perfector Repairing Treatment is one of the best products for hair growth, per Bustle.
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Does Olaplex 3 thicken hair?

'Olaplex is like nothing else out there, it's a whole new molecule that works inside the hair strengthening and repairing the structure that has been compromised,' explains Cusick. 'It seeks out any broken disulphate bonds and links them back together making your hair feel fuller, thicker, stronger and healthier.
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Can you use Olaplex 3 alone?

Will it work on me? A: Yes! Although Olaplex works best as a three step system, you will still get amazing benefits by just using Olaplex No. 3.
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Which Olaplex to add to bleach?

Use 1/8oz Olaplex for any quantity of cream bleach under 1.5oz.
...
This is a completely optional product and not required for the Olaplex No.
  1. and No.
  2. to work. ...
  3. Hair Perfector will maintain strength, structure, integrity, softness and shine leading up to the clients next service at the salon.
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Does Olaplex work better the more you use it?

All hair goes through stress that can lead to breakage. Imagine that Olaplex is like a gym routine for your hair—the more you use it the stronger, healthier, and shinier it will be." Natural, colored, fine, full—even extensions—all hair types benefit from the treatment.
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Can Olaplex make your hair thin?

OLAPLEX is not formulated to treat thinning hair, hair loss, or promote new growth. However, it will keep the hair you have healthy, strong & prevent breakage. Why 2: Our kits are calculated to last about 6-8 weeks. We recommend double of the products you will be going through faster based on your hair needs.
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Is Olaplex 3 used before or after color?

No 3 can be used at home before and after colour, if you want to, or just after. It's a weekly/fortnightly/monthly treatment (depending how often you want or need to use it) It does work without 1 and 2. 1 and 2 were designed to be used as part of a chemical service.
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How long does Olaplex 3 take to work?

No.3 – Hair Perfecter

At home, you need to apply Olaplex No. 3 to damp, towel dried hair and leave it in for at least 10 minutes – the longer you leave it in, the better.
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Do you have to rinse Olaplex 3 out?

We've seen great results from people who leave it on 30 to 90 minutes! Step 3: Rinse, shampoo and condition. Remember, this is NOT a conditioning treatment OR a leave-in treatment. It is meant to be shampooed out of the hair and followed up with your regular shampoo/condition regimen.
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