The best hair professionals in the world all swear by Olaplex, because it works like nothing else to strengthen hair from the inside out. This allows impossible transformations to take place without damaging the hair irreparably.
Earlier this month, news broke that Olaplex has been using an ingredient that could potentially be related to, or even cause, fertility issues. Since then, social media outlets (TikTok in particular) have been buzzing about the potential risk butylphenyl methylpropional (or “lilial") may cause to Olaplex users.
Some treatments, such as protein or keratin, can have adverse effects on the hair used too often. They should be reserved only when needed. 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.
In simple terms, an Olaplex treatment helps repair damaged hair, bringing back life and shine. When your hair makes contact with chemical, thermal and mechanical processes commonly found in many products and services, the disulfide bonds in your hair break. This can leave your hair looking lifeless, or worse, damaged.
The best hair professionals in the world all swear by Olaplex, because it works like nothing else to strengthen hair from the inside out. This allows impossible transformations to take place without damaging the hair irreparably.
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. “It's a must with each service.”
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!
"Olaplex not only protects the hair from the process to get a desired color, but it also prevents further damage, makes the hair strong, healthier, shinier, and also helps mend some of the previous damage."
George Katsaros, hairstylist, salon owner and creator of the Gkomb: Aveda's Botanical Repair is a great alternative to Olaplex. It's effective for most types of hair, particularly dry, bleached or damaged, as it works inside the cuticle to ensure deep penetration.
Are there risks with using Olaplex “too often”? 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.
Can I use it every day? Olaplex N°. 6 can be used daily on wet and dry hair, however, the effects of N°. 6 work up to 72 hours so you shouldn't need to use it daily unless you wash and condition your hair daily.
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.
The ingredient, which is a fragrance, has been officially classified as 'reprotoxic' as it was found that it could have adverse effects on fertility, as well as on the development of a foetus.
The UK and EU have recently banned the popular high-end haircare staple, 'Olaplex No. 3' due to the ingredient lilial and its link with infertility. The brand has therefore stated that the ingredient, also known as butylphenyl methylpropional, will no longer be used in their products.
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.
If you notice breakage, split ends, and overall fried, limp hair — you need OLAPLEX.
The results experienced from Olaplex are permanent, so the reconnected hair bonds won't break on their own.
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.
And if you're thinking you'll skip the pre-wash and just leave the treatment on for longer, unfortunately this doesn't work, I asked (I'm lazy too, FYI). “Generally, for any treatment, the time on the bottle is the optimum time. Once the hair has started to dry, the product will not work any further,” says Lloyd.
It was first revealed when health officials in the European Union, as well as the United Kingdom, announced a ban on one ingredient found within Olaplex product, its No. 3 Hair Perfector mask, pointing to research that shows lilial could lead to infertility.
OLAPLEX No. 4 – Bond Maintenance Shampoo, can be used in salons and at home to maintain results. OLAPLEX No. 5 – Bond Maintenance Conditioner, can be used in salons and at home to maintain results.
Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Lopez and Margot Robbie are just a few of the many stars using Olaplex's top-selling hair repair offerings to keep their strands in tip-top shape.
'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.
Step 1: Apply a generous amount to towel-dried hair and comb through. Step 2: Leave on for a minimum of 10 minutes. Keep in mind, the longer it's on, the more effective it is, especially for hair that is compromised. We've seen great results from people who leave it on 30 to 90 minutes!