Is Olaplex better on wet or dry hair?

Yes, it will provide some repair, but is designed to work as a two-part process. OLAPLEX technology works best when the product is wet in the hair. No. 0 is a watery liquid that will dry quickly.
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Can I put Olaplex 3 on wet hair?

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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Can I put Olaplex 3 on dirty hair?

First thing is first; If build-up is present such as oils, silicones, or too much product, give the hair a light shampoo and towel dry thoroughly, then proceed with applying the No. 3. You can use it on dry hair as well, it will just take a little more product in order to fully saturate the hair.
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Do you put Olaplex 7 on wet or dry hair?

No 7 is the extra step in hydration, shine and heat protection, and can be used on wet and dry hair.
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Do I shampoo after Olaplex 3?

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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How long does Olaplex 3 take to work?

OLAPLEX No. 3 reaches its max efficacy at 30-45 minutes however OLAPLEX is actively working in the hair as long as the hair remains moist.
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Does Olaplex cause infertility?

Contrary to widespread belief, Olaplex users should not be worried that they could be infertile after using the No 3 Hair Perfector.
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Does Olaplex No 7 make your hair greasy?

It is an oil, no texture surprises here, but a lightweight one. When rubbed into the hands there is no greasy film and, unless you use too much of it, it doesn't add grease to the hair either. The scent is the typical slightly floral Olaplex scent, but very faint.
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Does Olaplex make your hair greasy?

I typically wash my hair every second day, and I almost always have to use dry shampoo on the second day to control the greasiness. My hair became so unbelievably greasy after using the Olaplex shampoo and conditioner for a month.
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Can Olaplex make hair worse?

“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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Can you put Olaplex 3 on dry hair 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.
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What happens if you leave Olaplex 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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Does Olaplex only work on wet hair?

OLAPLEX technology works best when the product is wet in the hair. No. 0 is a watery liquid that will dry quickly.
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How quickly does Olaplex work?

"After three to four months wearing the extensions and treating their hair with Olaplex, the clients see fantastic results," she says.
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Can I use Olaplex 3 everyday?

The product repairs the damage done by heat and coloring chemicals used on the hair. For best results, it's suggested that Olaplex No. 3 should be used a few times a week.
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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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What is Olaplex No 7 GOOD FOR?

What Else You Need to Know: Olaplex No. 7 repairs, strengthens, and hydrates all hair types. It dramatically increases shine, softness, and color vibrancy, while minimizing flyaways and heat protection up to 450°F/ 230°C. It works on all hair types and textures.
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Is Olaplex full of silicone?

Olaplex is free of silicone, sulfates, phthalates, DEA, aldehydes, and is never tested on animals. Olaplex reconnects broken disulfide sulfur bonds in the hair.
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Why is Olaplex Cancelled?

"Looks like an ingredient in Olaplex No. 3 (butylphenyl methylpropional) is being banned next month in the EU due to links to animal infertility," he said. Javon states that this ingredient has been on the EU's restriction list for quite some time but now it's being officially banned in March 2022.
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Is Olaplex cancerous?

An ingredient historically used in Olaplex is being banned for its link with infertility. A common beauty ingredient is set to be banned in the EU for its link to cancer, gene mutations and reproductive issues.
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Does Olaplex repair split ends?

Put simply, Olaplex is a three-step hair treatment that works at a molecular level to mend the broken bonds in your hair. When you colour, bleach, perm your hair or use heat styling tools, the bonds in your hair can split, resulting in dry, damaged hair that is more susceptible to breakage.
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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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Can I use Olaplex after purple shampoo?

After washing your purple shampoo out, Olaplex recommends that you follow up with No 5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner, £26, for everyday moisture and No 8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask, £26, for an extra dose of hydration. But you can use your favourite moisturising products.
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What does Olaplex 4 and 5 do?

4 and No. 5 are both formulated with patented OLAPLEX Bond Building Chemistry to restore, repair, and hydrate the hair without adding excess weight. They reduce damage and frizz for strong, healthy, shiny hair.
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