We recommend using epres™ Bond Repair Treatment only 1-2 times a week, depending on the severity of hair damage. Do I need to wash my hair first? No. In fact, we recommend applying our treatment to dry, unwashed hair.
Use as a finishing touch in the Bond Repair routine for maximum shine and heat protection. Rub two drops between the palms of your hands. Apply evenly through the lengths and ends of wet or dry hair. Warning: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately and thoroughly.
For best results, apply 2-3 drops of Olaplex No. 7 Bonding Oil to clean, damp hair before styling. Focus on the mid-lengths and ends. You can also use a small amount on dry hair to add shine and control frizz.
Before shampooing, dampen and section your hair. Apply 1 pump of the treatment at a time to each section, applying more product until your hair is fully saturated. Leave in for 10 minutes. Rinse your hair and follow up with a good quality moisturising shampoo and conditioner for even softer, silkier results.
Apply to towel dried hair. I like to wring as much water out of mine as I can. They instruct you to wet hair for easier application. So damp hair is perfectly fine and best.
You can use it on dry hair as well, it will just take a little more product in order to fully saturate the hair. So, the choice is up to personal preference with that in mind. Step 1: Apply a generous amount to towel-dried hair and comb through. Step 2: Leave on for a minimum of 10 minutes.
To use it, just apply to wet hair after you shampoo and condition, before you start styling. You can also dab a bit on dry hair to help smooth flyaways. If your styling routine includes numerous heat tools, you'll want to have OLAPLEX No. 7 Bonding Oil on hand.
Whilst damaged hair bonds need protein-rich treatments to be repaired, if you use them too often you can suffer from protein overload.
“It restores hair's original strength in 10 minutes and [starts working] from the first use.” The Bond Repair Treatment, Shampoo, and Leave-In Serum are powered by citric acid in order to penetrate the hair cortex, which can aid in rebuilding those weak hair bonds, to restore the health of your hair as quickly as ...
Yes, these bond repair products really are overachievers and help you improve the condition of your hair from home, in as little as four minutes in the case of some of the products on our list. But if your hair isn't damaged, it might not be worth investing in one.
Lilial Exposure
The Olaplex lawsuit alleged that lilial is a known allergen that can lead to scalp irritation and hair loss. It also alleged that the company failed to warn consumers of fertility risks from using Olaplex No. 3. In 2020, the European Union required lilial to be removed from cosmetics by March 2022.
How To Use. Apply one pump to clean, damp hair. Comb through & style as desired.
Hair oil can be applied to both damp and dry hair. They both achieve slightly different goals, and the results will vary by hair owner. Generally, oiling damp hair can be done as a more deeply penetrative treatment, while oiling dry hair focuses on polishing frizzy ends and finishing styles.
Your Hair Is Dry, Breaking, or Brittle
If your hair is damaged, it might feel dry due to a lack of natural oil and moisture. You might also notice your hair breaking easily when you comb your hair or run your finger through it. Give your hair a bonding treatment if you notice dryness, breakage, or brittleness ASAP.
You can use Bond Repair every wash day or rotate in between our other ranges as your hair needs shift. What is a pre-shampoo? A pre-shampoo is a treatment applied to damp hair before jumping in the shower for a deeper repair.
How long does it take to rebuild hair bonds & what kind of results can I expect? Many at-home hair bonding treatments help repair damaged hair after the very first use. Some people report seeing better results after two to three uses, and even better results over time.
Yes! The longer you wear OLAPLEX No. 3, the better. We recommend applying before you go to bed and leaving on through the night, or using the treatment to slick back hair into a low bun during the day if you'd prefer not to sleep in it.
If your hair is healthy and you don't typically use hot styling tools, adding a bonding shampoo into your hair care routine every other week or so is great for maintenance. If your hair is recovering from major damage, you can use bonding shampoo up to two or three times per week.
There are three types of bond that link the protein chains together: disulphide bonds (which are strong); and hydrogen bonds and salt bonds (which are weaker). The shape of each hair is determined by the amount of strong, disulphide bonds it contains, as well as the distribution of those bonds.
Using with the highest dose of Olaplex technology in a take-home product so far, the No. 0 Intense Bond Building Hair Treatment will rebuild broken bonds caused by colour, chemical and mechanical damage while strengthening and protecting your hair's integrity.
So, what went wrong? It all began last March when Olaplex was forced to remove the ingredient lilial from its best-selling product, the No. 3 Hair Perfector, after a ban was issued on the ingredient for its links to infertility.
Can the treatment be applied to wet or dry hair? Yes, Nº. 0.5 Scalp Longevity Treatment is a leave-in treatment that can be applied on both wet or dry hair.
- Using Olaplex can improve overall hair health and reduce future damage but won't repair existing split ends. 🌟