Which Olaplex to use to straighten hair?

OLAPLEX can be added to any manufacturers product as OLAPLEX will not affect processing times. Add 1/8oz (3.75ml) OLAPLEX N^o.1 BOND MULTIPLIER to 4 (120ml) – 6 (180ml) ounces of the straightening lotion or cream, apply and process as usual.

Is Olaplex No 3 good for straight hair?

Olaplex No. 3 works on all hair types. This includes anything from virgin hair to highly processed and straight hair to naturally curly.

Which Olaplex is best for heat damaged hair?

Heat from the sun can cause damage to the hair, like breakage and lightening. To remedy this: Use OLAPLEX Nº. 0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment as a primer for OLAPLEX Nº.

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.

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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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.

Does Olaplex 3 work better with heat?

Heat: Heat is okay with Olaplex, but heat speeds up the chemical reaction of everything so be watchful and check every 3 to 5 minutes as you normally would. If hair is severely compromised, refrain from using heat until the reparative system has been used to restore the health, strength and integrity of the hair.

Does Olaplex 6 Protect from heat?

6 a thermal protectant? Olaplex No. 6 does contain heat protection for use when blow-drying hair but is not rated for 450 degrees.

What does Olaplex 4 do?

N°4 Shampoo repairs and protects hair from everyday stresses — including damaged hair, split ends, and frizz — by re-linking broken bonds. Leaves hair easier to manage, shinier and healthier with each use. N°4 is color-safe and proven to reduce breakage and strengthen all types of hair.

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.

What does Olaplex 8 do?

8 is OLAPLEX's patented Bond Building technology. This highly concentrated reparative mask provides intense moisture to treat damaged hair. Nº. 8 is the only moisture mask that simultaneously rebuilds bonds in your hair while it moisturizes.

What is Olaplex No 6 used for?

OLAPLEX N°. 6 is a powerful tool that reduces frizz for up to seventy-two hours, hydrates hair, rebuilds bonds while increasing manageability. The Leave-In Styling Treatment is not a one-size-fits-all product. Use it to your benefit.

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.

How often can you use Olaplex 1 and 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.

What does Olaplex number 2 do?

N^o.2 contains the same active ingredient as N^o.1. N^o.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.

Can you use Olaplex 3 and 8 together?

Yes, you can use Olaplex 3 and 8 together. As I mentioned above, I recommend that you use Olaplex 3 and 8 together. The two Olaplex products work very well together as Olaplex 3 repairs the hair prior to washing and Olaplex 8 hydrates the hair after washing with shampoo.

How long should Olaplex 3 be left on?

Leave to sit for at least 10 minutes. 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.

Is Olaplex 7 a heat protectant?

OLAPLEX No. 7 dramatically increases shine, softness, and color vibrancy. Other amazing benefits include heat protection up to 450°f and minimizing fly-aways.

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.

Is Olaplex 0 and 1 the same?

No. 0 has the same active ingredient that's in Olaplex No. 1 (only available in the Intro Kit & Stylist Kit) but less of it.

What does Olaplex 5 do?

Protects and repairs damaged hair, split ends, and frizz by re-linking broken bonds. It is color-safe and will strengthen and leave your hair stronger than ever.