There are also a few new Olaplex launches outside of the treatment realm that have been met with fanfare, including the new volumising mist and lash serum. So, here's a run-down of all the different products. Olaplex No.1 Bond Multiplier

OLAPLEX is renowned worldwide for providing unparalleled hair products, designed to repair damaged hair and maintain strong, healthy bonds. The OLAPLEX Stand Alone Treatment sits at the core of their professional-only offering and it is highly recommended by top stylists to not only keep your client’s hair as healthy as possible but to also maximise your business profits. Much of the buzz also comes from its ability to protect your hair from the damage associated with harsh bleach, such as breakage and brittleness, before it happens. This also contains bis-aminopropyl diglycol dimaleate, but in a smaller quantity and in combination with a variety of conditioning agents. It is also applied in the salon and used as your post-colouring conditioner treatment.What has kept me hooked is the undetectable and surprisingly lightweight spray. No matter how many times I spritz, it never settles or clings to my roots (which is one of my major pet peeves). Once blow-dried, I am always stunned by the lift and body it brings to my limp lengths; my hair looks plump at the roots and flows down the sides of my face with a bouncy wave. Rinse the hair and shampoo with OLAPLEX No.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo and condition with OLAPLEX No.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner. No. 2 works effectively to rebuild and continue to restore any remaining broken bonds that may have been missed by OLAPLEX No.1, ensuring full nourishment to every strand of your clients hair. Hair is left feeling stronger, shinier, and healthier. Okay, so we now know everything we can about the two products, but how do you actually carry out the OLAPLEX Stand Alone treatment on clients? We’ve created a simple step by step below so you’ll always have something to follow no matter where you are. Keep reading to find out more… Stay loyal to this system and you'll soon see the difference. Trust me, when it comes to Olaplex, you can believe the hype.

I can’t remember a time when Olaplex wasn’t in my life; even as a financially struggling student, I managed to budget in my fix. So good and hard-working, it was never ever left in the communal bathroom for my housemates to steal. No.4: Repair bonds while gently cleansing with the Bond Maintenance Shampoo, which imparts moisture, strength and manageability. Assess your clients hair and recommend the perfect amount of time for them. Clients can get the Stand Alone treatment performed as often as they would like, but for more damaged hair it is recommended as often as possible. Shop The OLAPLEX Salon Intro Kit The Olaplex treatments are based around a patented active ingredient that seeks out and repairs the broken bonds in your hair fibres.

Lightly saturate. Your hair should be damp but not drenched. Let this process for 10 minutes and do not rinse. If you are getting your hair chemically treated, there is a chance your stylist will add Olaplex without you even knowing. You can always ask if your salon uses Olaplex when you make an appointment. These are the ultimate foundation for all of the OLAPLEX range. They can be used as a stand-alone or in a chemical service treatment. Using these 2 would be the most nourishing for your hair as they contain the highest amount of Bis-aminoproshyl.

That said, I noticed an instant improvement in the softness of my formerly straw-like hair after using the No.3 mask; I’d often catch myself twiddling my silky ends during the day, particularly after leaving it to marinate overnight. No.5: Restore, repair and hydrate hair—without excess weight—with the Bond Maintenance Conditioner. It eliminates damaged frizz for strong, healthy hair. Yet despite its worldwide recognition, the same questions still circle the internet: is Olaplex actually good for hair, and how should you use it? I use the shampoo and conditioner for every other hair wash – as it’s a reparative treatment, you don’t need to overdo it. I then switch between my No.3 and No.8 hair masks once a week, and I’m never without the No.7 Bonding Oil to protect my hair from heat damage.As someone with fine, low-porosity hair, I always struggle to find a volumising product that works for me. It's not often they deliver the same result as shown on the model, or they’ll leave a residue that feels a little crispy once dried. It's important note that No. 2 (and all other Olaplex products for that matter) are not just conditioning treatments, and they are not protein treatments. They actually repair the hair follicle by bonding with the molecules left exposed by broken hair bonds. This strengthens the hair and actually helps to prevent future damage. Why are Olaplex No. 1 and No. 2 only for salon use? They contain more concentrated levels of the active ingredient which are only used in professional settings where colouring chemicals are being handled too,’ explains Tom. Like many areas of life – say, marathon training or learning to surf – you aren’t going to see results instantly, and the same rule applies to your hair. Ultimately, the outcome will depend on how strictly you follow your Olaplex routine. Without rinsing, apply a generous amount of No.2 from roots to ends and comb through thoroughly. Process for a minimum of 10-20 minutes. Rinse, shampoo and condition. Follow with moisture and protein where applicable. Olaplex is compatible with all colour lines including semi, demi, permanent, direct, high lift, glosses, toners and oil delivery systems.

The formulas are powered by a compound called bis-aminopropyl diglycol dimaleate (rolls off the tongue, doesn't it?) which fuses compromised bonds that have been damaged by chemicals, thermal heat, or mechanical factors like vigorous brushing. You’re probably already an Olaplex addict and add Olaplex No.1—the Bond Multiplier—into every formulation. But did you know that Olaplex No.2—the Bond Perfector—is NOT optional? And did you know you can use it beyond the three-step Olaplex system? We’re breaking down three ways you might not know you can use Olaplex No.2, so keep reading! New and revolutionary, Olaplex is an upgrade service for hair colouring. This simple three-step process includes a patented active ingredient that works on a molecular level to seek out broken bonds in the hair that are caused by chemical, thermal, and mechanical damage. You can use Olaplex to restore compromised hair, or add it to another service to provide the ultimate breakage insurance. Although it may not seem, damage still occurs daily to virgin or untreated hair via thermal, mechanical, or environmental factors. Stylists who are new to OLAPLEX and would like to try before investing in the Traveling Stylist Kit or Salon Kit

Why should I shampoo and condition with Olaplex?

No.1 is a highly powerful bond multiplier that is designed as ‘the first step’ to repairing damaged and brittle hair. The formula successfully rebuilds broken bonds and prevents further damage. It works best when added into potentially damaging treatments such as bleaching or colouring jobs to preserve the condition, but is also brilliant for stand alone treatments on clients as it will leave clients with a shiner, healthier and strong head of hair. Olaplex No.2 Bond Perfector 525ml This concentrated first salon step rebuilds broken disulfide bonds and begins the process of preventing damage and repairing the hair. When you get a cut, you usually sit with wet hair for 20 or 30 minutes. This is a great time to take advantage of the healing properties of Olaplex Bond Perfector. Instead of shampooing before a cut, ask your stylist to wet and towel dry your hair and then apply No. 2 .