Is Olaplex 3 a deep conditioner?

Olaplex is NOT a moisturizing deep conditioner or a protein treatment. Olaplex does contain some protein, but not enough to be considered a hard protein treatment.
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Can you use Olaplex 3 as a conditioner?

Please note that the Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector is not a 'leave-in' conditioner. An Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector treatment should always be followed by a thorough rinse and shampoo.
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Does Olaplex have a deep conditioner?

Olaplex No. 8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask is a new, deep-conditioning treatment featuring an airless pump that helps reduce product waste and the brand's crown jewel: its patented, bond-building formula.
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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 does Olaplex 3 actually do?

Also formulated with Olaplex Bond Building Chemistry, this reparative conditioner works to restore tresses and intensely hydrate without adding excess weight. Strengthening and replenishing, the conditioner will help to eliminate damage and combat unruly frizz to leave locks looking stronger, healthier and shinier.
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Can Olaplex 3 damage your hair?

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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Can I leave Olaplex 3 on overnight?

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

While No. 3 Hair Perfector can be used on its own, we do not recommend using No. 0 alone.
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How often should I use Olaplex 3?

How often can you use No. 3? Once a week is suggested for healthy hair. For those with compromised hair, we recommend 2-3 times a week in combination with your favorite moisture and protein treatments where applicable.
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Is Olaplex number 3 a protein treatment?

While some OLAPLEX products contain some protein, the amounts are minimal and not enough to be considered a protein treatment. Therefore, OLAPLEX is not a protein treatment. OLAPLEX works at a molecular level to rebuild the hair internally.
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Does Olaplex dry your hair out?

This at-home treatment nourishes, repairs and strengthens hair from the inside out. Lathering up with this sulfate-free shampoo won't dry out strands. It's chock-full of moisture and great for all hair types, including color-treated hair, too.
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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 use Olaplex 3 on wet or dry hair?

You can use it on dry hair as well, it will just take a little more product in order to fully saturate the hair. So, the choice is up to personal preference with that in mind. Step 1: Apply a generous amount to towel-dried hair and comb through. Step 2: Leave on for a minimum of 10 minutes.
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Which Olaplex causes infertility?

The hair care brand Olaplex removed an ingredient known as lilial from its popular No. 3 Hair Perfector product following an EU ban on the chemical. European regulators cited research in animals suggesting that lilial, typically used as a fragrance, could cause infertility issues.
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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 shampoo before Olaplex 3?

The instructions on the bottle state you need to apply on towel-dried hair but to use the product before shampooing. However, Lloyd Court, Colour Director of Seanhanna Salons says, “Before pre-treating your hair with anything, it's important to ensure the hair is free from intense product build-up.
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Why does my hair feel worse after using Olaplex?

“Essentially what it's doing is it's going into the hair, it's repairing and strengthening it, but it won't make your hair feel extremely soft and shiny, so a lot of people will use protein treatments and say their hair feels worse, it feels strawy. That's the protein doing its job.”
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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 make your hair shiny?

Not a conditioner, but rather an at-home treatment created by chemists, Olaplex No. 3 strengthens tresses from within, reducing breakage and restoring your hair's healthy, shiny appearance.
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Does Olaplex change the texture of your hair?

OLAPLEX can help your hair no matter its texture; because every hair type can benefit from being healthier. Your journey to understanding your hair begins from the inside. You can have fine curly hair and thick straight hair, just as you can have coarse, curly hair.
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How do you know if hair has too much protein?

Your hair may look and feel dry, brittle, dull, and stiff. If you take a closer look at your hair, protein overload may also cause split ends and breakage. It may also shed more. If you're noticing more strands on your comb or brush than usual, that could be a telltale sign of high protein hair.
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How do I know if my hair needs protein?

So how can you tell if you need moisture or protein? The simplest option is to take a wet or dry strand of hair and gently stretch it. If it barely stretches and snaps, you need more moisture and might have too much protein. Also, if you brush your hair and strands fall out, you need protein.
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Is Olaplex 2 or 3 better?

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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