After watching so many others basically say, "Look, my hair looks good on both sides" it was helpful to get some scientiffy info and actually make an informed (inevitable) purchase. Thanks again!
I've been watching influencers with gorgeous hair do this and talk about how "It's the same on both sides!" (i.e. looks exactly the same as before they used the products). So I am very thankful that YOU actually tested it on damaged hair. Keep being awesome.
I really appreciate your honest reviews as you explain the differences between the two products! Other reviews don’t do this as well as you do. They usually say what they prefer, or they’ve been paid to say which one they like better. I learn a lot from your videos overall. ❤️❤️❤️
My greatest loyalty is to you guys, so I remain as unbiased as I can with my reviews to share all the pros and cons! I'm glad you like them, thank you so much for watching
A big pro for the Curlsmith product, is that it targets all three bonds; whereas the Olaplex product only targets disulfide bonds. Combined with Curlsmith being cheaper per mL... I can't wait to try it!
Wow, what can I say Mel but "👏 wow, excellent comparison, very academic!. So as one is a bonder and the other is protein can we use them together at the same time? Thank for this vid Mel! xx
This is the 3rd review I’ve watched on TH-cam about this product...UR the only 1 who has explained how it works! The scientify nitty gritty! Thank u. I actually am using this product as I watch ur video! Wish me luck😉
I’d love to see a comparison of Olaplex vs Bond Curl vs NO Treatment on the same damaged hair. How much of that bounce back is just because you washed and conditioned?
I just want to thank you Mel as well as Amanda!! I grew up being the only curly one in my family and had no idea how to care for it. Because of this channel I really learned so much about my hair, I finally buckled down and took this quarentine to figure out my curly way. I've seen so much improvement after following your tips and techniques. I'm even helping my bf's little sister get her routine going since she's also the only curly head in her household. You are amazing 💖
Thank you so much for this! I've been saying this all along. These 2 treatments SHOULD NOT be compared because Olaplex is protein free. I trust your opinion because you always go in with the SCIENCE. I currently use Olaplex n°3.. it is definitely helping with breakage .. my hair is low porosity and doesn't like protein too much. Thank you so much for clearing up what I knew all along. I just hate when influencers compare products without the knowledge of ingredients. YOU ARE AWESOME MEL😘❤
@@staceycordell3739 I think every single influencer I've seen being paid to advertise this product lately has done an olaplex and a curlsmith comparison 😅 I'm assuming that was one of curlsmiths requirements when agreeing to the ads and what they asked for from influencers 🤷🏻♀️ it's a shame it almost feels like they're all creating the same content around this product and it would have been nice to see them have some more freedom on how they wanted to advertise/promote the product. Because you're right, olaplex doesn't contain protein or conditioning agents so they're not really the same thing 😅
Honestly, saw a few view of this already and yours is definitely the most informative. I knew I could trust you. I’ve never done anything to my hair, but I want to try this.
Wow, I had a hair stylist who told me Olaplex was a protein treatment and told me not to use too much of it because of all the proein! Good to know it's not!! Thanks, Mel.
After salon hairlights, Step 1 & 2 were used on my hair in the salon, possibly with no 3 and I felt and saw the difference. A return to virgin hair is an accurate definition and my hair accepted water way more than before, it was just luscious and the curls were so buttery, easy to detangle and defined defined defined
Thank you Mel for being the only influencer to give an honest review and call it what it is. A protein treatment. I like that you recommend using the Olaplex with the Curlsmith Bond treatment. I'm also assuming that the Curlsmith might put you at risk for protein overload if you're hair isn't damaged if you use it once a week like the Olaplex.
Thank you for your honesty. I regularly use Olaplex. Thank you for saying CurlSmith is a protein treatment. I am allergic to something in the CurlSmith products so I’ll stick with my olaplex...always brings my hair (and my grays) back to life after coloring.
Can you test out the new lush afro range? Interested to see how it works on 2-3c hair. Looking for zero waste/sustainable leave in products cuz these curls need more moisture than a conditioner bar can provide!
I found you in December and have cut my hair following 1 of your videos. Sad that after 50+ yrs of TRYING to get ANYONE to understand I require my crown to be cut shorter to keep the weight down, I accomplished it with this cut. Bought products (Cantu from Walgreens and they were on sale PLUS!) Pretty happy with what I'm seeing. And let me say, I knew I had curly hair BUT OH THE CURLS! WHAT!?! THANK YOU! I'm embracing this curl.
My hair started to curl when I was 14 (13 years ago) and I learnd to manage it on my own and with the limited reasources that were then available. I used one styling product, I didnt manipulate it at all and it was always great! I truly did not know how little of an effort I put in my hair. Well, recently it started to change, lose definition and then I found this vast world of products, techniques, tools and curly scienece. My go to YT channel and teacher is Mell! Amazing content and I can alreday see results in my hair 🥰
I have to say, what I love most about your videos are the in-depth scientific explanations you give. I like to understand WHY and HOW things work, and I love that you provide that.
This is the video I needed (the science portion)!!! I have tried CurlSmith BOND and freaking loved it. It worked miraculously and felt amazing on my hair (smells yummy too) lol
yas!! bond strengthening products sound great and all but how does that all work?! I'm so glad i could share the deets and get nitty gritty with you! Also very happy to hear your hair's also loving Bond Curl!
@lesleyweaver do you mind me asking if after you've had the product for a while and presuming you've used it again, are you still enjoying the product? And what differences have you noticed with your hair? Thank you so much and I'm keeping my fingers crossed you'll see this 3 months after the original video 🤞 xxxxx
@@sarahmorley1031 hi! Yes, I’m still seeing really great results with the bond Salve! I don’t use to every wash day (even though I hair high porosity hair). I only use it when I determine my hair needs a little boost.
I love how scientiffy this was! I learnt something new, thanks Mell! I wish we could easily find this kind of information from manufacturers, thank you for going the extra steps and putting all this research together for us.
Our Mane Girl has spoken! Thank you for your reliable, honest, funny & scientiffy reviews, I can always rely on your perspective and it helps me make better informed decisions 😃! My hair has improved dramatically after following your advice!
The curlsmith is also a bonding treatment not just a protein treatment. It contains fiberhance plus acid (tartaric and citric acid in here) as many other bonding treatments - Mondo, Fenty, Bumble Bumble, Hairitage, Verb, Zotos, Sachajuan, Ouidad, etc.
So many curly influencers have put out videos on this products. But I love how Mell gets into the science to show the true difference between the products. I’m sold on Curlsmith. Thanks Mell!
My husband already had instructions to pick up the entire new Curlsmith Iine, but this was super helpful in terms of understanding when to reach for Curlsmith and when to reach for Olaplex.
Thank you so much for mentioning that Curlsmith has nut oil. It is one of those things that those of us with nut allergies have to be very careful of. You are the only person I have every heard taking this into consideration when reviewing a product.
I've never done any serious damage to my hair until thid autumn where I was forced to bleach it for work. I'm a redhead so It took a lot of tries and my boss even sent me to the salon twice. My curls were dying, and I had been already growing them back from a buzzcut for three years, I didn't want to cut any of it. I was desperate about getting my original bounce and this video just saved my curls. Thanks curlsmith and mell! ❤️
Omg! I finished another video while drinking my coffee and was pleasantly surprised to see this video up! The timing couldn’t be better. I purchased the strength recipe kit to try on my bleached hairs, but have been consuming all the reviews I can before it arrives. I love olaplex and can tell a difference in my curl pattern when I use it, but $28 for 3.3oz causes me to not use it as often. Looking forward to an affordable alternative. Thank you Seesters!
I was waiting for your review! Your review was spot on! I am glad you were clear with their differences. I recall you clarifying the difference before between a bond builder and a protein treatment. I cycle bonding, protein, and moisture treatments as you’ve recommended. My hair is longer and healthier than it ever has been! Thank you! Happy Texture Tuesday!
Amazing video as always ladies!!! I stated repairing my hair with curlsmith and I am a loyal customer! I love Olaplex but I love the size of curl Smith!!! Thank you for showings how to be a loyal customer for both! 😄
Amazing work is done! Thank you for taking the time to explain and compare it, and when is still not giving a different result you go one step further. Simply amazing! 👏
Fantastic comparison! Would you have the time to do a video on the Inkey List PCA bond builder? That seems like a very interesting new product that's meant to compete with Olaplex, and it's a leave-in spray.
So happy you made this video! I have bleached curly hair and I was looking into olaplex 3, but my hair is so long that I can’t stomach paying the $28 for such a small bottle! I definitely want to try the curlsmith!
THANK YOU!! There are lots of videos comparing these two products right now but most of them are about the youtuber putting them on their hair and then talking about their results. However, you provided in-depth research and some science! That's what I wanted!! I wanted to know what these products do, how and why to be able to properly compare them. Thanks for taking the time to do all of this for us. This is one of the reasons why I love your channel. Mel and Amanda, you're great! We don't have Curlsmith here in Spain, so I'll have to stay with my trusted Olaplex. But now I can better understand what it does and how. Thanks!!!!! :D
This product couldn't have come out at a better time. I am about to run out of my Olaplex and was going to repurchase soon. I am so happy that the results were so similar, and with the size of the Curlsmith product, it's a no-brainer! It also could have been just me, but I thought the curl pattern was more defined on the Curlsmith side of Purple Pat's hair lol As someone with limpy noodle waves, I'll take all the help I can get :P
The timing of this video couldn’t have been better. Just bought Olaplex and used it for the first time about an hour ago. Diffusing hair now. So glad I won’t have to constantly buy the Olaplex, but use it less frequently and use the Curlsmith in between!
I am very intrested .. every video always learning how to treat my hair better, since watching your videos the curl pattern in my hair and my sisters the best its ever been.
I've watched some of the same videos comparing these 2 products and yours absolutely stands out!! You're so creative in creating your content!! Thank you for your in-depth explanation of hair bonds and your true honest review about the 2 products, especially the Olaplex which is the non-sponsored one. Your honesty is one of the best things about your videos!! The editing is also bomb!!! I enjoyed it so much. Thank you Mell and Amanda!!
One thing I noticed is that the CurlSmith Bond curl salve has more product for 8FL Oz$29 USD and the olaplex No. 3 has about 3 FL oz for $28 USD Great vid as always Mell and Amanda !!!We love you!! ❤️❤️
I have recently started to style my curly hair..i am 22 and now I understood that i have to style my hair🙀. I have learned a lot of things from your videos..thank you💗
This was such a great video! As someone who *didn't* like Olaplex (sacrilegious, I know - my mom's dyed hair honestly showed very little improvement after two bottles' worth of treatments), I find myself curious about Curlsmith's new salve. Once my mom runs through her current stash of Botanika's The Mender (strong protein treatment, I've seen it compared to Aphogee), I might consider suggesting Curlsmith for maintenance.
I received a wonderful surprise in the mail!!! I didnt know I had won a perfect hair care towel and it arrived ❤ Wash day is tomorrow and I 👏 CAN 👏 NOT 👏 WAIT 👏 THANK YOU MELL AND AMANDA!!
@@ManesByMell You have been my source of info and laughs over the last 1.5 years of my natural hair journey. Thank you for all of your content and for helping me embrace ME ❤
You are perfect lunch companion. It’s great to have your input on these products. My thought is to use each one once a month. They’ll rotate into Self-care Sunday.
Mell thank you for the extensive review. I saw Amanda’s video & I quickly bought the Curlsmith Bond Curl Rehab Salve. I applied it & kept it for 1 (one) hour on dry hair. It did nothing for my hair & my curls looked dryer & lasted only one day. I will give it a second try & circle back. 🤞
I wouldnt recommend using the No. 0 with any other product than the No. 3, not even on it's own. It's like a prepping treatment for the No. 3 to enhance the penetration of that to make the Olaplex work even better, i wouldn't waste it on anything else IMO
@@ManesByMell I’m so glad I saw this comment because I was wondering the same thing! I just bought the olaplex 0 but I’m almost out of no 3, I guess I’ll buy more no 3 to use at least until I’m out of the no 0!
@@ManesByMell Hi Mell! Apparently Olaplex 0 and 3 are the exact same products as Olaplex 1 and 2 but more diluted. They have the same ingredients. Olaplex released the 0 and 3 only so they could sell 1 and 2 to the "public".
Happy New Year Mell!!! I am so excited about this. I just finished my degree in biology and I REALLY appreciate your scientiffy portions of your videos ☺️ Your channel is AMAZING 🙌🏽🤩
This video was so amazing and informative, l love the scientiffy parts because they are so easy to understand when you explain it. Good job Amanda and Mel! 🙌🏽💗
Great comparison video, Mell. Love your curly-manes work, here, which has helped me a lot. I am a curly/wavy girl, going grey, and losing some curl as i do. Would you do something on this topic? Maybe how to love, and care for, ones wavy-ish grey hairs? Many thanks, Mell, for all of yours, and Amanda's, work. 💖
Thank you for doing this video! Its the only one that actually compares the products and tells the differences. Most people just show the results. It's great that both products are good, but this helped me to decide between the two. Though it seems I can't get the curlsmith line in germany. :( the links don't work and I can't find it on their page. I just need more protein styling products! 😭 my hair is not balanced currently. 😩
I just bought the Olaplex Hair Repair trial kit, and very excited to try it out. So glad to have caught your video to understand the differences in the results 😌 I love the videos and appreciate all the time and effort you and Amanda put into them ❤️ Tuesday is my new favorite day 🥰
Love the science portions. Really helps me think about why and what im doing to my hair. Also, the reason why i respect you as an authority on hair care. 😊 🙏
Awesome as always Mel. The only thing you didn’t mention is that us Canadians can’t get many Curlsmith products. I just spent over $100 cdn, plus shipping and then customs charged me another $50 for delivery. So a $1.00 difference from olaplex to Curlsmith, will actually turn into $50 +\- difference. Mel, ask Curlsmith to ship from Canada! We need them.
I don't knowif I'm okay with them not disclosing the chemicals that work on the bonds. I get proprietary and all that, but still it bothers me. Thank you for breaking it all down, Mel. I'm debating buying the CS when it is time to replace my protein mask. My hair is naturally weak. I don't color or use heat styling and it still is prone to breakage. I always thought it was dry, but you helped me figure out I had hygral fatigue. I'm mostly balanced now.
It is on the bottle and ingredients list on the website. It is the Hydroxypropyl Gluconamide (and) Hydroxypropylammonium Gluconate. Here is the link to the article about those ingredients. cosmetics.specialchem.com/product/i-ashland-specialty-chemical-fiberhance-bm
Love scientify Melly! We just need to get you a pocket protector to complete your look. (I went to a very nerdy school, and they sold ones with our logo in the gift shop.) It’s so helpful to get a fact based explanation of how the products work and why you might want one or both. (I think i might be a “both” person.) I’d love to see a roundup/comparison of different protein treatments, and how to choose the right one for you. My hair loves the first one I tried, but I’d love to learn more.
Hello, super new here (and to letting my lil curls do their thing) and I've fallen IN LOVE with this channel. This really helps me learn about my curls and how to treat them with respect, so thank you Mell!!!
Happy new year!! And this is why I love Mell. Most other people don't get down to the scientify part of hair care. This is why Mell was the first hair care pro that I actually started listening to and following recommendations from and subscribed to her channel. I'm actually pretty amazed how quickly you can get results from these 2 products. Pat's hair stopped breaking so much after one use! I've been using olaplex since Mell told me to. Now I gotta try curl smith 😁. Thanks Seesters for a wonderful job once again.
So glad you talked about it using chemistry! Thanks for making chemistry fun!!! I really enjoyed this video and found it very helpful when making my decision for protein treatments specially because I do want to do a big color change in the next 6 months! So thank you so much for the comparison I didn't know I needed! For the next comparison could you compare it to one that you know might not work? The doesnt sem to be a huge difference between the two products but I think it would be helpful to see what it looks like when a product isn't working for your (my) hair. Thanks again for this video! Sending textured vibes!!
After watching so many others basically say, "Look, my hair looks good on both sides" it was helpful to get some scientiffy info and actually make an informed (inevitable) purchase. Thanks again!
That's what I'm hair for! Glad I could help
Agree!! Makes more sense now 😀😀 Science lesson every textured Tuesday 🤓
"inevitable purchase" hahaha
It warms my little biochemist heart when the science comes out in beauty videos
I've been watching influencers with gorgeous hair do this and talk about how "It's the same on both sides!" (i.e. looks exactly the same as before they used the products). So I am very thankful that YOU actually tested it on damaged hair. Keep being awesome.
Haha I'm lucky to have a friend like pat come in to save the day! Thanks for watching
Yes it is better when she tests the products on the dummy because at least it’s quiet.
I really appreciate your honest reviews as you explain the differences between the two products! Other reviews don’t do this as well as you do. They usually say what they prefer, or they’ve been paid to say which one they like better. I learn a lot from your videos overall. ❤️❤️❤️
Agree ❤️❤️
My greatest loyalty is to you guys, so I remain as unbiased as I can with my reviews to share all the pros and cons! I'm glad you like them, thank you so much for watching
A big pro for the Curlsmith product, is that it targets all three bonds; whereas the Olaplex product only targets disulfide bonds. Combined with Curlsmith being cheaper per mL... I can't wait to try it!
It’s like curlsmith said “Mell, (sigh) you can stop asking now... this is for your protein moisture balance”
IT'S ABOUT TIME!
Wow, what can I say Mel but "👏 wow, excellent comparison, very academic!. So as one is a bonder and the other is protein can we use them together at the same time? Thank for this vid Mel! xx
This is the 3rd review I’ve watched on TH-cam about this product...UR the only 1 who has explained how it works! The scientify nitty gritty! Thank u. I actually am using this product as I watch ur video! Wish me luck😉
Good luck!! I'm glad you liked the video, thanks for watching
I’d love to see a comparison of Olaplex vs Bond Curl vs NO Treatment on the same damaged hair. How much of that bounce back is just because you washed and conditioned?
I just want to thank you Mel as well as Amanda!! I grew up being the only curly one in my family and had no idea how to care for it.
Because of this channel I really learned so much about my hair, I finally buckled down and took this quarentine to figure out my curly way. I've seen so much improvement after following your tips and techniques. I'm even helping my bf's little sister get her routine going since she's also the only curly head in her household. You are amazing 💖
I just saw Amanda edit this video in her stories, I never thought it'd come out so soon, we love the joint work of the seesters.
Yes seesters you are everything !
So helpful sooo entertaining 😁❤👏🏼.
Thank you so much for this! I've been saying this all along. These 2 treatments SHOULD NOT be compared because Olaplex is protein free. I trust your opinion because you always go in with the SCIENCE. I currently use Olaplex n°3.. it is definitely helping with breakage .. my hair is low porosity and doesn't like protein too much. Thank you so much for clearing up what I knew all along. I just hate when influencers compare products without the knowledge of ingredients.
YOU ARE AWESOME MEL😘❤
Thank you lovely! I'm always here to share the facts! I'm glad you liked the video, happy texture tuesday!!
@@ManesByMell you very welcome! I always enjoy your scientify facts. Happy texture Tuesday!
Yes! I’ve mentioned this on some comparison videos and the influencers refuse to see the difference and argue that °3 does contain protein. SMH
@@staceycordell3739 I think every single influencer I've seen being paid to advertise this product lately has done an olaplex and a curlsmith comparison 😅 I'm assuming that was one of curlsmiths requirements when agreeing to the ads and what they asked for from influencers 🤷🏻♀️ it's a shame it almost feels like they're all creating the same content around this product and it would have been nice to see them have some more freedom on how they wanted to advertise/promote the product. Because you're right, olaplex doesn't contain protein or conditioning agents so they're not really the same thing 😅
@@wavygirljessie 100% agree
You went above and beyond on this one! You never disappoint! Thank you for all of your hard work ❤
We do it all for you! Thank you for watching
Honestly, saw a few view of this already and yours is definitely the most informative. I knew I could trust you. I’ve never done anything to my hair, but I want to try this.
Wow, I had a hair stylist who told me Olaplex was a protein treatment and told me not to use too much of it because of all the proein! Good to know it's not!! Thanks, Mel.
Lol my hairstylist told not to mix olaplex with any protein treatment under any circumstances
After salon hairlights, Step 1 & 2 were used on my hair in the salon, possibly with no 3 and I felt and saw the difference. A return to virgin hair is an accurate definition and my hair accepted water way more than before, it was just luscious and the curls were so buttery, easy to detangle and defined defined defined
Amazing comparison video, Mel & Amanda! So well done. 😍
Just watched yours gena!
your videos are awesome too!!
Omg!!
Omggg I’m subbed to youuu😭
Thank you Mel for being the only influencer to give an honest review and call it what it is. A protein treatment. I like that you recommend using the Olaplex with the Curlsmith Bond treatment. I'm also assuming that the Curlsmith might put you at risk for protein overload if you're hair isn't damaged if you use it once a week like the Olaplex.
Thank you for your honesty. I regularly use Olaplex. Thank you for saying CurlSmith is a protein treatment. I am allergic to something in the CurlSmith products so I’ll stick with my olaplex...always brings my hair (and my grays) back to life after coloring.
Can you test out the new lush afro range? Interested to see how it works on 2-3c hair. Looking for zero waste/sustainable leave in products cuz these curls need more moisture than a conditioner bar can provide!
Yes same
I found you in December and have cut my hair following 1 of your videos. Sad that after 50+ yrs of TRYING to get ANYONE to understand I require my crown to be cut shorter to keep the weight down, I accomplished it with this cut.
Bought products (Cantu from Walgreens and they were on sale PLUS!) Pretty happy with what I'm seeing. And let me say, I knew I had curly hair BUT OH THE CURLS! WHAT!?! THANK YOU! I'm embracing this curl.
My hair started to curl when I was 14 (13 years ago) and I learnd to manage it on my own and with the limited reasources that were then available.
I used one styling product, I didnt manipulate it at all and it was always great! I truly did not know how little of an effort I put in my hair.
Well, recently it started to change, lose definition and then I found this vast world of products, techniques, tools and curly scienece. My go to YT channel and teacher is Mell! Amazing content and I can alreday see results in my hair 🥰
I have to say, what I love most about your videos are the in-depth scientific explanations you give. I like to understand WHY and HOW things work, and I love that you provide that.
And here I am...haven't tried olaplex, can't get curlsmith in my country
but I watch, because knowledge is power!!
This is the video I needed (the science portion)!!! I have tried CurlSmith BOND and freaking loved it. It worked miraculously and felt amazing on my hair (smells yummy too) lol
yas!! bond strengthening products sound great and all but how does that all work?! I'm so glad i could share the deets and get nitty gritty with you! Also very happy to hear your hair's also loving Bond Curl!
What difference did you notice using Curlsmith?
@@joanngonzales-plascencia9515 great question xx
@lesleyweaver do you mind me asking if after you've had the product for a while and presuming you've used it again, are you still enjoying the product? And what differences have you noticed with your hair? Thank you so much and I'm keeping my fingers crossed you'll see this 3 months after the original video 🤞 xxxxx
@@sarahmorley1031 hi! Yes, I’m still seeing really great results with the bond Salve! I don’t use to every wash day (even though I hair high porosity hair). I only use it when I determine my hair needs a little boost.
Im just glad that you pointed out that Olaplex is NOT a protein treatment😍🥰
Why is she not at million subscribers yet !!! She’s amazing her videos are funny & with lots of info andddd she’s gorgeous ❤️❤️❤️
SURPRISE! We're early today hehe HAPPY TEXTURE TUESDAY
Love surprises!!
Yayy!!!
Yasssss I've been waiting for this... please review the best rice water products 🥰🥰🥰🥰
P.s. I really appreciate you using it on ACTUAL damaged hair. Your reviews are always so thorough!!
Thanks queens 😚
PERIOD MELL
can you make a video about types of haircuts and layering?
Yes, please!!
dont tell anyone but it's in the works #comingsoon
@Manes by Mell yall im psychic
@@ManesByMell Cant wait!!! Ive got alot of bulk in the back and I hate how it doesnt lay nicer.
I just wish Curlsmith had their whole product line available to the UK! 😭
I emailed them, and apparently they till do mid way through the year😞
@@xnuccio Sad times. The bundle deals they advertised over Christmas were only for the Americas too 😢
I live in central Europe and I order through UK. I want to try this! Will they offer other Curlsmith products as well?
@@hannahfrancesgrunwald8045 same here in Iceland. I don't expect them here so I use UK sites
You can buy from lookfantastic
I bought this curlsmith kit a couple days ago. I’m so excited to try it! Thanks for the video!
I appreciate the scientific explanations so much!
I love how scientiffy this was! I learnt something new, thanks Mell! I wish we could easily find this kind of information from manufacturers, thank you for going the extra steps and putting all this research together for us.
Our Mane Girl has spoken! Thank you for your reliable, honest, funny & scientiffy reviews, I can always rely on your perspective and it helps me make better informed decisions 😃! My hair has improved dramatically after following your advice!
The curlsmith is also a bonding treatment not just a protein treatment. It contains fiberhance plus acid (tartaric and citric acid in here) as many other bonding treatments - Mondo, Fenty, Bumble Bumble, Hairitage, Verb, Zotos, Sachajuan, Ouidad, etc.
Thank you Mell! Best Olaplex Curlsmith comparison video I have seen. You always give all the info.
So many curly influencers have put out videos on this products. But I love how Mell gets into the science to show the true difference between the products. I’m sold on Curlsmith. Thanks Mell!
Your videos ALWAYS ALWAYS educates me on my hair. You are my go to for product knowledge
I’ve used Dyson and olaplex treatment for the first time today and Omg, I am so happy with those products, absolutely worth it!!!
My husband already had instructions to pick up the entire new Curlsmith Iine, but this was super helpful in terms of understanding when to reach for Curlsmith and when to reach for Olaplex.
Thank you so much for mentioning that Curlsmith has nut oil. It is one of those things that those of us with nut allergies have to be very careful of. You are the only person I have every heard taking this into consideration when reviewing a product.
Thank you for your honest impression of both products. Thanks to your comments, I now know which product to use when and how. You rock!
I've never done any serious damage to my hair until thid autumn where I was forced to bleach it for work. I'm a redhead so It took a lot of tries and my boss even sent me to the salon twice. My curls were dying, and I had been already growing them back from a buzzcut for three years, I didn't want to cut any of it. I was desperate about getting my original bounce and this video just saved my curls. Thanks curlsmith and mell! ❤️
Omg! I finished another video while drinking my coffee and was pleasantly surprised to see this video up! The timing couldn’t be better. I purchased the strength recipe kit to try on my bleached hairs, but have been consuming all the reviews I can before it arrives. I love olaplex and can tell a difference in my curl pattern when I use it, but $28 for 3.3oz causes me to not use it as often. Looking forward to an affordable alternative. Thank you Seesters!
I’m addicted to y’alls channel 😩😩💜only thing that makes me look forward to Tuesday’s .
as a hairstylist in the making about to take my state board, the way u explained how the bonds work was perfect!
I've tried olaplex and now I want to try this. Love how you really break it down!
Finally someone who actually explains how the curlsmith one works 🥰
I swear it’s like you are in my mind I just bleached and dyed my hair red so my curls are gone this will really help me! Thank you!!
I have wavey / curly hair and never knew what to do and honestly you’ve help me sooo much I appreciate you sooo much
I was waiting for your review! Your review was spot on! I am glad you were clear with their differences. I recall you clarifying the difference before between a bond builder and a protein treatment. I cycle bonding, protein, and moisture treatments as you’ve recommended. My hair is longer and healthier than it ever has been! Thank you! Happy Texture Tuesday!
Oh I'm so happy to hear that! Thank you so much, happy Texture Tuesday
Amazing video as always ladies!!! I stated repairing my hair with curlsmith and I am a loyal customer! I love Olaplex but I love the size of curl Smith!!! Thank you for showings how to be a loyal customer for both! 😄
Amazing work is done! Thank you for taking the time to explain and compare it, and when is still not giving a different result you go one step further. Simply amazing! 👏
Fantastic comparison! Would you have the time to do a video on the Inkey List PCA bond builder? That seems like a very interesting new product that's meant to compete with Olaplex, and it's a leave-in spray.
Loving the Curlsmith Bond salve!! My hair is so shiny and my curls are so springy when I use the treatment! Totally in love!!!
Literally love the honesty and science. Seriously the best in the game!!
So happy you made this video! I have bleached curly hair and I was looking into olaplex 3, but my hair is so long that I can’t stomach paying the $28 for such a small bottle! I definitely want to try the curlsmith!
THANK YOU!! There are lots of videos comparing these two products right now but most of them are about the youtuber putting them on their hair and then talking about their results. However, you provided in-depth research and some science! That's what I wanted!! I wanted to know what these products do, how and why to be able to properly compare them. Thanks for taking the time to do all of this for us. This is one of the reasons why I love your channel. Mel and Amanda, you're great! We don't have Curlsmith here in Spain, so I'll have to stay with my trusted Olaplex. But now I can better understand what it does and how. Thanks!!!!! :D
I just love the effort you put on your videos to explain all the details! I always look forward to your reviews. ❤️
Thank you so much! We're glad you find them helpful!
This product couldn't have come out at a better time. I am about to run out of my Olaplex and was going to repurchase soon. I am so happy that the results were so similar, and with the size of the Curlsmith product, it's a no-brainer! It also could have been just me, but I thought the curl pattern was more defined on the Curlsmith side of Purple Pat's hair lol As someone with limpy noodle waves, I'll take all the help I can get :P
The timing of this video couldn’t have been better. Just bought Olaplex and used it for the first time about an hour ago. Diffusing hair now. So glad I won’t have to constantly buy the Olaplex, but use it less frequently and use the Curlsmith in between!
I am very intrested .. every video always learning how to treat my hair better, since watching your videos the curl pattern in my hair and my sisters the best its ever been.
Me watching this knowing full well I’m never getting my hands on any curlsmith products here in Malaysia
I've watched some of the same videos comparing these 2 products and yours absolutely stands out!! You're so creative in creating your content!! Thank you for your in-depth explanation of hair bonds and your true honest review about the 2 products, especially the Olaplex which is the non-sponsored one. Your honesty is one of the best things about your videos!! The editing is also bomb!!! I enjoyed it so much. Thank you Mell and Amanda!!
One thing I noticed is that the CurlSmith Bond curl salve has more product for 8FL Oz$29 USD and the olaplex No. 3 has about 3 FL oz for $28 USD
Great vid as always Mell and Amanda !!!We love you!! ❤️❤️
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I have recently started to style my curly hair..i am 22 and now I understood that i have to style my hair🙀. I have learned a lot of things from your videos..thank you💗
This was such a great video! As someone who *didn't* like Olaplex (sacrilegious, I know - my mom's dyed hair honestly showed very little improvement after two bottles' worth of treatments), I find myself curious about Curlsmith's new salve. Once my mom runs through her current stash of Botanika's The Mender (strong protein treatment, I've seen it compared to Aphogee), I might consider suggesting Curlsmith for maintenance.
I received a wonderful surprise in the mail!!! I didnt know I had won a perfect hair care towel and it arrived ❤ Wash day is tomorrow and
I 👏 CAN 👏 NOT 👏 WAIT 👏
THANK YOU MELL AND AMANDA!!
YAY I'm so happy for you!! The Perfect Haircare is the GOAT towel!! Enjoy!
@@ManesByMell You have been my source of info and laughs over the last 1.5 years of my natural hair journey. Thank you for all of your content and for helping me embrace ME ❤
Please review more
Curly repairing products! Especially for us that go for color!! I need my curls that stay tight lol
Happy New Year Mell! I've heard some thoughts on the difference between these but was waiting on your thoughts of course 😆
You are perfect lunch companion. It’s great to have your input on these products. My thought is to use each one once a month. They’ll rotate into Self-care Sunday.
Love that! Balance is KEY!
Finally, someone actually testing this on damaged hair. Thank you Mel, I love the scientiffy :)
Mell thank you for the extensive review. I saw Amanda’s video & I quickly bought the Curlsmith Bond Curl Rehab Salve. I applied it & kept it for 1 (one) hour on dry hair. It did nothing for my hair & my curls looked dryer & lasted only one day. I will give it a second try & circle back. 🤞
That could be a sign of protein overload! Don’t use the product too often and make sure to use lots of moisturizing ingredients in your routine ❤️❤️
Oh my gosh this is so awesome. I have some bleached and toned hair that I need to get back to curly!
I appreciate how thorough this review was. Thanks!
I wonder what would happen if you used the Curlsmith bond curl with Olaplex No. 0 and compare to Olaplex No. 3 with Olaplex No. 0.
I wouldnt recommend using the No. 0 with any other product than the No. 3, not even on it's own. It's like a prepping treatment for the No. 3 to enhance the penetration of that to make the Olaplex work even better, i wouldn't waste it on anything else IMO
@@ManesByMell I’m so glad I saw this comment because I was wondering the same thing! I just bought the olaplex 0 but I’m almost out of no 3, I guess I’ll buy more no 3 to use at least until I’m out of the no 0!
@@ManesByMell Hi Mell! Apparently Olaplex 0 and 3 are the exact same products as Olaplex 1 and 2 but more diluted. They have the same ingredients. Olaplex released the 0 and 3 only so they could sell 1 and 2 to the "public".
Happy New Year Mell!!! I am so excited about this. I just finished my degree in biology and I REALLY appreciate your scientiffy portions of your videos ☺️ Your channel is AMAZING 🙌🏽🤩
CONGRATS! That's so exciting and i'm happy to hear you enjoy it! Thanks for watching!
@@ManesByMell omgoodness you’re so kind! Thank you for being awesome and always putting out great content☺️🤩💕
I wish Curlsmith would launch in 🇨🇦 !! Can't deal with shipping costs! 😭
Mel, we can always depend on you for the real story. I now have a better understanding of the difference. Thanks so much.
This video was so amazing and informative, l love the scientiffy parts because they are so easy to understand when you explain it. Good job Amanda and Mel! 🙌🏽💗
You always deliver on the science! Love you Scientiffy!
Thank you for all your hard work Mell and Amanda!
I'm so glad you did this comparison. I love scientiffy Mell!
Great comparison video, Mell. Love your curly-manes work, here, which has helped me a lot. I am a curly/wavy girl, going grey, and losing some curl as i do. Would you do something on this topic? Maybe how to love, and care for, ones wavy-ish grey hairs? Many thanks, Mell, for all of yours, and Amanda's, work. 💖
Thanks so much for this video. I’ve been using both but unsure if I was doing it correctly. Love the info. Keep up the great work!
Thank you for doing this video! Its the only one that actually compares the products and tells the differences. Most people just show the results. It's great that both products are good, but this helped me to decide between the two.
Though it seems I can't get the curlsmith line in germany. :( the links don't work and I can't find it on their page. I just need more protein styling products! 😭 my hair is not balanced currently. 😩
You are a triple threat.... gorgeous, funny, and as we say in Boston, Wicked Smaaht!
Thanks for all the great info❤️
I just bought the Olaplex Hair Repair trial kit, and very excited to try it out. So glad to have caught your video to understand the differences in the results 😌 I love the videos and appreciate all the time and effort you and Amanda put into them ❤️ Tuesday is my new favorite day 🥰
FINALLY a good review ft olaplex/curlsmith
Love the science portions. Really helps me think about why and what im doing to my hair. Also, the reason why i respect you as an authority on hair care. 😊 🙏
Awesome as always Mel. The only thing you didn’t mention is that us Canadians can’t get many Curlsmith products. I just spent over $100 cdn, plus shipping and then customs charged me another $50 for delivery. So a $1.00 difference from olaplex to Curlsmith, will actually turn into $50 +\- difference. Mel, ask Curlsmith to ship from Canada! We need them.
This is super helpful! I love that they serve different but complementary purposes, and your explanations were the icing on the cake.
You are just the best! If you don’t review it, I just don’t believe anything anyone else says 🤷🏽♀️
Amazing video, thank you so much for going into detail about what’s what! Excited for Curlsmith to launch the new line in Europe.
Thank you for the comparison, I love how you explain how things work it makes more sense and I understand better thanks you.
Just found you on TH-cam yesterday and can’t stop watching all your videos! Thank you for all the great information for my curly hair!
I don't knowif I'm okay with them not disclosing the chemicals that work on the bonds. I get proprietary and all that, but still it bothers me.
Thank you for breaking it all down, Mel. I'm debating buying the CS when it is time to replace my protein mask. My hair is naturally weak. I don't color or use heat styling and it still is prone to breakage. I always thought it was dry, but you helped me figure out I had hygral fatigue. I'm mostly balanced now.
It is on the bottle and ingredients list on the website. It is the Hydroxypropyl Gluconamide (and) Hydroxypropylammonium Gluconate. Here is the link to the article about those ingredients.
cosmetics.specialchem.com/product/i-ashland-specialty-chemical-fiberhance-bm
Love scientify Melly! We just need to get you a pocket protector to complete your look. (I went to a very nerdy school, and they sold ones with our logo in the gift shop.)
It’s so helpful to get a fact based explanation of how the products work and why you might want one or both. (I think i might be a “both” person.) I’d love to see a roundup/comparison of different protein treatments, and how to choose the right one for you. My hair loves the first one I tried, but I’d love to learn more.
Hello, super new here (and to letting my lil curls do their thing) and I've fallen IN LOVE with this channel. This really helps me learn about my curls and how to treat them with respect, so thank you Mell!!!
Happy new year!! And this is why I love Mell. Most other people don't get down to the scientify part of hair care. This is why Mell was the first hair care pro that I actually started listening to and following recommendations from and subscribed to her channel. I'm actually pretty amazed how quickly you can get results from these 2 products. Pat's hair stopped breaking so much after one use! I've been using olaplex since Mell told me to. Now I gotta try curl smith 😁. Thanks Seesters for a wonderful job once again.
So glad you talked about it using chemistry! Thanks for making chemistry fun!!! I really enjoyed this video and found it very helpful when making my decision for protein treatments specially because I do want to do a big color change in the next 6 months! So thank you so much for the comparison I didn't know I needed! For the next comparison could you compare it to one that you know might not work? The doesnt sem to be a huge difference between the two products but I think it would be helpful to see what it looks like when a product isn't working for your (my) hair. Thanks again for this video! Sending textured vibes!!