Is Olaplex ruined my 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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Why does my hair feel like straw after 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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What happens when you use too much Olaplex?

Less is More With Olaplex

The only mistake you can make is using too much – and the only “side effect” of using too much is the processing time climbs and climbs. The hair can never be damaged through the use of Olaplex!
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Is Olaplex repair permanent?

Olaplex is a system that permanently rebuilds the damaged disulphide bonds in your hair that are broken during the chemical process.
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Does Olaplex change hair texture?

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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“OLAPLEX RUINED MY HAIR!!!!” HOW YOU CAN PREVENT THIS



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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Should you use Olaplex all the time?

The beauty of OLAPLEX, is it's safe to use as often as possible because all hair can benefit from being healthier at any time.
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Can 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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Why is my hair worse after Olaplex?

My hairdresser suggests when using Olaplex products and similar ones with protein in, to alternate with a more moisturising treatment. So I've been advised if you're using Olaplex use a deep conditioning treatment too, as too much protein can leave your hair feeling worse.
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Does Olaplex ruin keratin treatment?

Can I use this on Keratin or color-treated hair? Yes, each OLAPLEX product is free of sulfates, phthalates, DEA, aldehydes, formaldehyde, gluten, parabens and safe for all hair!
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Is Olaplex banned in Europe?

CLAIM: Olaplex, an American company whose products are designed to repair damaged hair, was banned in Europe because an ingredient it uses was linked to infertility. AP'S ASSESSMENT: False.
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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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Does Olaplex fix dry damaged hair?

OLAPLEX now has a line of products that build bonds and moisturize simultaneously. If you're experiencing rough, dry, crunchy hair — moisture is what you need. After an OLAPLEX treatment, shampoo and condition with OLAPLEX Nº. 4 and Nº.
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Can 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 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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How long does it take for Olaplex to show results?

Normally you will see a difference straight away however some people find that after 2 treatments they get best results. Always remember less is more with Olaplex as too much will over strengthen your hair and may make it feel hard.
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Can I just rinse out Olaplex 3?

If your hair is extremely damaged (or if it just needs a little boost), you can leave the Olaplex on for up to 90 minutes. Rinse out in the shower, then follow up with shampoo and conditioner.
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Why is my hair falling out alot?

"Excessive daily hair shedding (which is know as telogen effluvium) is not reliant on having a genetic predisposition, it occurs as the result of an internal imbalance or upset, such as a nutritional deficiency, severe stress, crash dieting or an illness" says Anabel Kingsley.
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Why is my hair breaking at the top?

Dryness. Unusually dry hair is one of the precursors to damage and breakage. It's also caused by a variety of factors, including dry weather, low humidity, and too much heat. Be sure you use warm and not hot water when you wash your hair — the latter leads to further drying.
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Is the Olaplex treatment worth it?

This strengthens the hair,” explains Deeke. Olaplex treatments can benefit anyone with hair damage, but they are especially great for anyone who has gotten a dramatic color change, such as bleach. “I personally use it on my clients that are fragile or going for a platinum look,” says Deeke.
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Will Olaplex make my hair curly again?

The effects of the treatment seem to last about 4 weeks for most, then the bonds revert back to their original state. It will help those straight end pieces of curls caused from heat damage, keratin treatments or other abuse, Olaplex can bring a bit more curl life into those pieces of hair.
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What type of hair is Olaplex good for?

OLAPLEX is beneficial for all hair types.

Whether your hair is Color Treated, Texture Treated, Virgin or anything in between, it is damaged on a daily basis. OLAPLEX assists in both preventing that damage and repairing it, returning the hair to a virgin like state.
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Does Olaplex loosen curls?

With the help of a bond builder (called bis-aminopropyl diglycol dimaleate, in case you were curious), it can even restore the hair's natural curl after too much blowdrying, flat ironing, or curling, as it helps rebuild the bonds in your hair that have been temporarily flattened.
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