Olaplex, how the restructuring hair treatment of the moment works

It comes straight from America and the world has bewitched it. Olaplex is the revolutionary restructuring hair treatment that repairs the most damaged hair by acting directly from the inside.

Let's find out what makes this treatment famous, why to use it and how to use it for superlative results in no time at all. In this guide you will find all the answers to your questions.

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What is Olaplex, the miraculous restructuring treatment for hair

It is a professional restructuring and regenerating treatment. Thanks to the molecule Until-AminopropylDiglycolDimaleate it acts directly on the bisulfide bridges of the hair, that is the molecular bonds that make the hair fiber strong and healthy.

It is these molecular bonds that are most damaged by chemical treatments and continuous exposure to the heat of the various styling tools we use every day. For this it is necessary to protect and repair them so that the hair is always in perfect health, strong and elastic.

The restructuring treatment of Olaplex is divided into nine steps. The first two are exclusive for salon use, the rest can be used for home treatment. The entire range is formulated with high quality, safe ingredients and does not contain silicones or other elements harmful to the hair.

How Olaplex works

The merit of its success is certainly due to the Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate molecule, an element that acts by regenerating the bisulfide bridges, multiplying them starting from the fiber. Hence the hair revolution, a rebirth visible to the naked eye already after the first application.

This is not a simple restructuring treatment but a real cure for dry, brittle, stressed and extremely damaged hair. It is with this care that the supporting structures of the hair are repaired, a rebirth that helps to keep the keratin walls in perfect condition and that facilitates any other hair treatment.

More specifically, Olaplex performs an action:

Restructuring and regenerating, as it repairs and multiplies the bisulfide bridges of the hair;
Protective, as it protects the hair from further damage also and above all during treatments such as bleaching, dyes and professional smoothing;
Strengthening;
Moisturizing and disciplining.

All Olaplex products contain an exclusive formulation which, in addition to the above molecule, also features the preservatives Phenoxyethanol and Sodium Benzoate, considered completely safe.

The formula is completely free of:

Silicones;
Phthalates;
Aldehydes;
Sulphates;
DEA.

It is also cruelty free and vegan. Because respect for nature and animals for the brand is everything.

Olaplex, history of the brand: great discoveries are always random

What is a global success today is actually the result of a chance discovery. It all stems from the intuition of two biochemists, Eric Presly and Craig Hawker, who discover how to synthesize the Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate molecule while looking for a UV resistant silicone.

The discovery quickly leads to numerous experiments that will reveal how the dream molecule can actually repair hair from the inside. Exactly how never before had anyone managed to do.

Because Olaplex is first of all revolution. A step forward compared to the many products on the market that promise to really repair hair but which, inevitably, are limited only to a fake superficial repair.

Presly and Hawker's discovery goes further. And the reconstruction takes it seriously. Starting from the inside.

The Olaplex treatment - Phases and products

It is divided into nine phases, two of which must necessarily be carried out in the salons that provide Olaplex treatments. Olaplex products are suitable for all hair, in particular they are highly recommended for very damaged hair and in need of enhanced care.

Steps one and two allow you to bleach and color your hair without risk and damage. From the third to the tenth phase, the treatment takes on more homely characteristics but no less effective. Let's see together how they take place.

Phase 1 and Phase 2

The first two phases of the treatment must necessarily be performed under the supervision of a specialist in a salon that involves the use of Olaplex products.

Bond Multiplier and Bond Perfector are used before and during chemical treatments such as:

Permanent;
Ironing;
Discoloration;
Ink.

Since these are products with a delicate formulation and use, they should only be used by experts and in minimal doses. And only under certain conditions.

Bond Multiplier N.° 1

It is an additive for coloring and bleaching. With a liquid texture, it is used in small quantities and diluted on wet and towel-dried hair, properly applied from roots to ends and left on for 10 or more minutes.

The shutter speeds are indicative. The more the hair is damaged, the longer will be the times during which the product will have to act. Olaplex Bond Multiplier is ideal if you want to bleach without damage, if you don't want to damage your hair with a dye, straightening or other potentially aggressive treatments for the hair fiber.

Its action is purely restructuring, regenerating and protective. It repairs damage, protects from future damage and heals the hair making it soft, hydrated and in perfect condition.

Bond Perfector N.° 2

Once the Bond Multiplier has been rinsed, it's time for Olaplex Bond Perfector. This special balm-like cream acts as a repair enhancer as it accentuates the results achieved with Bond Multiplier, thus completing the refurbishment work.

It should be applied alone (therefore not during the chemical treatment) and rinsed off after more than 10 minutes of laying. Then you can proceed with the usual shampoo and conditioner-based wash.

Fasi 0-3-4-5-6-7-8-9

After the professional treatment in the salon, it is possible to maintain the results from the third to the sixth phase. This is made up of decidedly cheaper products but above all accessible for home use.

It starts with the Olaplex No. 0 primer to prepare the hair for the Hair Perfector No. 3 repair cream and ends with the leave-in cream, No. 6 Smooth Blonde.

Defining the styling with Olaplex No. 7 Bonding Oil, a restructuring dry oil to be used for styling and which is considered one of the best hair oils in the world.

This is followed by the No.8 Bond Intense mask, moisturizing and regenerating and the Olaplex novelties: the 4-in-1 mask for very damaged hair, the purple anti-yellow shampoo and the new Bond Protector serum No. 9 from May also available in Italy. Read on to find out what they are for and how to use them.

N.°0 Intensive Bond Building Hair Treatment

It is a primer that prepares the hair for treatment with Olaplex 3. Its formula is specific to repair existing damage on hair that is very damaged and stressed by the heat of a straightener and hairdryer, chemical treatments and UV rays.

Strengthens and protects, preparing the hair to better absorb the active ingredients of N.3. It is used before the N.3 Hair Perfector, distributing an adequate amount from the roots to the tips with an exposure time of 10 minutes. It does not need to be rinsed and must be followed by Hair Perfector.

The benefits? Multiple: the combination of Olaplex 0 and Olaplex 3 guarantees up to 68% more repair than just using Hair Perfector.

To know more: > All about Olaplex 0: how to use it, what it is for and all the benefits

Olaplex No. 0 Intensive Bond Building Restructuring Treatment

29,50€
27,50€ 9 new from 26,00€
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N.°3 Hair Perfector

We had already talked about this superlative intensive repair cream in this dedicated review. And actually it had already surprised us for its effectiveness and restructuring power, above all because it had revived hair that had been destroyed by straighteners and continuous coloring.

Olaplex Hair Perfector is the third product in the range designed to keep the results of phases one and two constant. But it can also be used alone to avoid cutting damaged hair: its is in fact a highly regenerating power, specific to repair damage and prevent the formation of split ends.

Moisturizes, strengthens and protects the hair without weighing it down. And it is versatile, because it can be used before shampooing as a pack or after as an intensive mask. The shutter speeds are personal and vary according to the condition of the hair: the more you keep it in place, the more effects you get.

Hair? They are like reborn. Simply sublime, soft and silky. Like new.

Olaplex N.°4 Shampoo Bond Maintenance

It is an ultra light, vegan and PH balanced shampoo. As well as suitable for all hair types, damaged and not.

Restores the strength of the hair, giving total hydration and unparalleled brightness. To be used after No. 3 Hair Perfector and before conditioner No. 5.

Olaplex No. 4 Shampoo Bond Maintenance - Shampoo idratante, 250 ml

29,50€
24,26€ 16 new from 21,08€
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Olaplex N.°5 Conditioner Bond Maintenance

The balm of the range repairs and moisturizes without weighing you down. It regulates frizzy hair, limiting and repairing damage from mechanical and chemical stress.

It is a versatile product, paraben free, vegan and suitable for all hair types, even greasy ones. To be used after No. 4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo and before No. 6 Smooth Bond.

Olaplex - Shampoo and maintenance conditioner, n. 4 and 5

45,54€
43,46€ 11 new from 43,46€
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Olaplex N.°6 Smooth Bond

Bond Smoother is the leave-in leave-in cream to use before styling on already dry hair. So light that it is suitable for all hair types, so intense that it makes your styling unique.

Creamy consistency, instantly repairs the hair. Eliminates frizz for up to 72 hours, makes hair smooth and flowing and visibly accelerates drying times.

Use it by massaging it on the lengths and ends, giving your hair the shape you want most with your fingers. You will immediately get absolute shine, lightness and volume.

Those who have tried it say that the hair is immediately more strengthened, hydrated and full-bodied. He does not weigh down and dries immediately without compromising the final result. For a wow effect when you want it and how you want it. Also on extensions.

We tested this product, you can read the review of Olaplex No here

OLAPLEX N ° 5 Bond Maintenance Hair Conditioner

29,50€
26,47€ 17 new from 21,00€
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Olaplex N.°7 Bonding Oil

Bonding Oil is a super concentrated and incredibly light hair oil, useful for protecting from heat up to 230 ° and permanently eliminating frizz from hair.

A versatile product that helps to moisturize, repair and strengthen all types of hair, increasing its qualities such as softness, shine and shine. What makes it different from other oils on the market? Simple: it is the only hair oil treatment that reconstructs the damaged disulfide bonds of the hair fiber, thus guaranteeing an exceptional result with hair that returns to being healthy and robust from the first application.

How to use: three drops on damp hair before styling combined with Olaplex Smooth Bond or up to four drops on dry ends for an instant glossy effect.

Those who have tried it consider it one of the best elixir oils for hair, a real treat for damaged and dull hairstyles. Our rating for this product is 9.5 / 10 read the review here

Olaplex No. 6 Crema Bond Smoother

29,50€
23,90€ 10 new from 17,80€
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Olaplex No. 8 Bond Intense moisturizing mask

Hydrates, repairs and regenerates hair in a single gesture. The ninth step of the Olaplex routine is a moisturizing mask with a restructuring action that repairs damaged and brittle hair in depth.

Strengthens the hair fiber and protects it, preventing damage caused by the heat of styling tools, direct exposure to the sun, pollution and chemicals. Its is a light formula that hydrates the hair while rebuilding the internal bonds, making the hair stronger and more resistant.

Super concentrated formula, it is vegan and does not contain parabens or sulfates.

Use: once a week instead of conditioner or twice a week on hair more in need of hydration.

Olaplex No. 8 Bond Intense Moisturizing Mask

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Olaplex 4-in-1 Moisture Mask

This mask is a highly concentrated and intensive repairing treatment. It performs 4 functions: moisturizes, illuminates, strengthens, repairs very damaged hair.

The results are visible already with the first application. It is especially indicated in the treatment of damaged hair on which it has an anti-dryness effect thanks to the formula with ceramides, oils and 11 vital amino acids. A unique professional hair mask, capable of giving salon results comfortably at home and repairing the hair fiber from the inside in full Olaplex style.

Use: once a week, 1 to 3 doses on freshly washed hair. Leave on for at least 10 minutes. Then rinse thoroughly and proceed with Olaplex 6 and 7.

Olaplex No. 7 Bonding Oil, 30 ml

29,50€
17,50€ 19 new from 17,50€
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Olaplex Shampoo Purple Anti-yellow Blonde Enhancer N ° 4P

This anti-yellow shampoo is purple and is useful for counteracting yellow tones on blonde and gray hair. Considered one among the best purple shampoos of the moment, it makes the hair brighter, softer and stronger. The toning is customizable and the longer you keep it in place, the better the results.

It does not contain sulphates, has an ultra concentrated consistency and already after the first use it is possible to notice how the yellow reflections are neutralized. What is different from traditional anti-yellow shampoos? We will explain it to you immediately: this shampoo helps not only to tone but also to repair the most damaged hair.

And it doesn't stop there. Protects the hair from damage, keeps the color cold and vital as just done for a dream hair. You can use it up to 2-3 times a week because it is gentle on all hair types.

How to use: apply a small amount to damp hair and leave for 1 to 5 minutes. Rinse and proceed with conditioner or mask.

OLAPLEX 4-In-1 Moisture Mask 370 Ml

59,90€ 8 new from 43,08€
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Olaplex N.° 9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum

Protects. Untangle. Improve combability.

Olaplex hair serum protects hair from pollution and heat with an ultra-light silicone-free formula. An indispensable ally to tame the most unruly hair, rekindle those dull ones and undo the most stubborn knots.

Formula rich in anti-oxidants, it is based on Olaplex Bond Building technology to restore the vitality it deserves: it is shinier, softer and perfectly detangled. This wonder serum will help you eliminate the anti-static effect forever and have a flawless style even the day after shampooing.

Without rinsing, it is suitable for all hair types and does not contain sulphates, phthalates, phosphates, parabens.

How to use: apply a small amount to damp hair, from tips to roots, before styling for added protection or to dry hair to counteract frizz and static electricity.