I just started using olapex and I'm not letting a sudden shift in popularity online ruin what has dramatically changed my hair for the better. Thank you for the video!
I think its disgusting what people are doing to this brand right now. There is a lawsuit and suddently every other person claims that olaplex ruined their hair. Influencers with literally perfect hair are saying that. Olaplex is the only thing thaat helped me grow back my damaged hair and i still use it years after. Noticeably less split ends.
i noticed ever since k18 and similar products came out this has been happening. kinda odd if you ask me. i’m a cosmetologist, worked in salons… olaplex is the real mf deal and is the main reason why so many ppl are able to lighten their hair and still have it looking and feeling great. tons of ppl aren’t even using it properly at home. sure not every product works for every single person. i’ll never argue that but there’s so many factors related to hair loss.. correlation does not equal causation. i have no reason to go hard for any brand or product but trust me i have plenty of reason to believe lots of ppl don’t know wtf they’re doing or talking ab. the internet gives a platform for ppl to say anything without actual evidence. i also don’t put it past anybody to be paid off to make such claims. somethings weird to me ab all this
My husband walked in on my watching this and he wants me to let everyone know “it made my hair fall out when I found out how much it costs!!” 😂☠️. Ladies and gentlemen, my balding husband is hilarious.
I started using olaplex a month ago and it has transformed my hair!! I didn’t really think my hair was damaged but it is sooo much healthier and bouncier curls now.. I was hesitant to try it but so glad I did !!
Me too! When I started olaplex I used it like once a month and didn't see any improvements. Somehow, I missed that you could use it twice a week. Now, I use it twice a week, and my hair has never looked better in my entire life, and I'm 55. I also have extremely fine and thin wavy curly hair, but it still looks amazing. I only use number 3. I've taken a lot of Abbey's suggestions, and my hair has never looked better.
I’m skeptical of the claims that Olaplex ruined someone’s hair mostly because it’s meant to be used on overly processed, damaged hair. Maybe in some cases it just isn’t able to fix the hair completely (kind of like when you repair stuff, you can only do it so many times and sometimes it’s ruined beyond repair). So my suspicion is that people who use it in general don’t have hair that’s in the best condition & Olaplex can be their last resort. Then when it doesn’t work, the hairs starts breaking off (which it would do anyway some time after damaging it so badly) & people blame Olaplex. When in reality it might just be that the hair was so damaged Olaplex wasn’t able to cure it & it just started breaking off due to wear and tear after getting it overly processed. Olaplex is a great product, but it’s not magic - sometimes there’s just too much damage.
I spoke with Olaplex and you actually don’t have to shampoo out No. 3 but like you said, everything won’t work for everyone and I advise folks to experiment and learn their hair. The answer to hair health isn’t in a bottle of any product. It happens through self exploration. That’s not an easy answer, but it’s simply the truth.
3 weeks ago, when I asked, they recommended rinsing and following up with shampoo and conditioner. You can find my question and their answer here th-cam.com/video/t-5zGjzAbLw/w-d-xo.html
I’ve used Olaplex for years and still love it! My only issue, which now makes so much sense after watching your video, was that my hair was doing great and then it just felt off. After speaking with my stylist and her seeing my hair she explained Olaplex is great for the thing it’s meant to do but that doesn’t mean it can fix all your other hair issues. If your strictly using their shampoo and conditioner and have dry hair like I do, you’re missing protein and possibly necessary moisture in your hair care routine. It’s not a miracle product line like people expect, but used in rotation with my other shampoos and conditioners it really can do wonders. I truly believe it is all in the way people are utilizing the products.
It’s the WAY the spray is actually sprayed. My friend put it in a “regular” spray bottle and she thought she was going to die! Lol she was coughing SO bad. So it’s definitely the delivery that matters.
The amount of hate Olaplex has been receiving recently is amazing. Almost to that extend that I could think that other “bond building” product brand probably financed a lot of negative or “doubtful”reviews about Olaplex.
Here's another good question: why does Olaplex contradict itself? For instance, they say that you can't overuse the product. Then people who've suffered damage are told they've overused it. Same goes for misusing it. How do you misuse shampoo? Conditioner? If it's that critical, don't sell it to the public.
as a former ulta employee, we were told in brand training that the no. 3 couldn’t be overused, but they didn’t mention that for any other products. also, overuse could be defined as being used too much in place of your regular shampoo, conditioner, etc. if you use any shampoo, say, three times a day, your hair could look pretty bad.
Often the marketing department will say one thing, and the cosmetic chemists say another. It's a battle in the company which group gets to give the public message. Many skin and hair care companies have this internal conflict. Sometimes the marketing department will make some truly silly claims, like "our product is chemical free".
You can overuse any sort of deep conditioning, bonding or protein treatment. What happens is that if you leave it on for too long or if you do it too often your hair will become overprocessed and starts to break off and cause hair loss. This happened to me with multiple deep conditioning and pre-poo treatments. I thought it was something wrong with my hair but the problem was that I was deep conditioning too much and leaving product on for way too long causing hair breakage. When I found that out I stopped leaving it on for too long and limited the amount of times I deep conditioned or used pre-poo and just like that my hair stopped breaking.
Love how thorough this video is Abbey! Especially the mention of protein overload is not a thing and if you don’t have damaged hair there’s no need to use a product such as olaplex no.3. Great video!
Initially, I bought Olaplex from their website, then I have only purchased at Ulta once they started carrying it. I have had excellent results but I only shampoo with it once per week. I use the 0 and 3 once per month. My hair has come such a long way. It was thinning prior to starting it and now it has thickened so much with very little shedding when I wash and brush/comb my hair. I also have my salon use it in my color/highlightes when I get my hair done once every 8 weeks. My stylist has noticed an extreme improvement with my hair as have I. I no longer have thin, frizzy hair and I am a very happy customer! I do realize, however, that everyone is different and what works for me may not for you, and vice versa.
Olaplex works very well for my hip length, fine, aging hair. I do take some special steps when I use it. - I only own the 3 (treatment) and 8 (mask). I only use one of these on a treatment day, depending on what I think my hair needs. - I use Olaplex once a month, that's often enough for me. - I don't use it on the hair close to my scalp. I focus on the mid-lengths and ends, then wipe my hands gently over my head hair. Almost none of it ever touches my roots or scalp - no need, that hair is very healthy. - I use just enough to cover my hair lightly. It feels like I'm not using enough, but it really spreads well. When I use up my Olaplex, I might try K18, but just out of curiosity. As far as hair loss, there are lots of things that can cause hair loss in healthy people - and the loss often doesn't start until a few months after the triggering event. COVID is a big one, so is any major stress. I lost a lot of hair in 2022 ... not due to the Olaplex, but because I was dealing with the stress of a couple of unrelated health issues. I would never blame a hair product for hair loss until I examined my life for 3-6 months before the loss began. And I'd consult a trichologist if I had any sudden, unexplained hair loss.
I appreciate all your thoughtful videos about these issues. I tried K18 under the pressure of a hairdresser, and I didn’t love it enough to want to continue paying for it. ($98 a bottle in my country). Olaplex ($50 in my country) is far more effective and affordable for me. The fertility scare frightened me, but fellow Australian, Lab Muffin (Dr Michelle Wong), said that these claims were not based on any good evidence. She’s a cosmetic chemist and chemistry PhD. So in conclusion, I continue to use Olaplex from time to time.
Possible reasons of Olaplex side effects I can think of after using almost all products: High PH in all shampoos, I have a sensitive scalp so I need a lower PH Leaving #3 or #2 in for too long (overnight/hours etc) , hair will look great but the fragrance/other ingredients will irritate the scalp if left on too long Shampoo has no sulfates, I'm one of the people who needs a sulfate shampoo to prevent buildup from products//oil. Most shampoos are made without them but I definitely saw a difference after I switched Not shampooing after #2 or #3, skipping to conditioner which leads to excess buildup and ingredients left on scalp Having psoriasis/scalp problems in general which can get triggered by certain ingredients (ex. fragrances) in a lot of shampoos, not just Olaplex Leaving on the 4P purple shampoo, purple shampoos in general are extremely drying for the hair and scalp. I still do the Olaplex stand alone treatment, #6,#7, the chelating treatment, and the 4-in-1 moisture mask. But after trying almost every product, I listed possible reasons it may irritate some customers or may not be for some customers. Excess buildup, scalp dryness/irritation, and high PH can cause hair loss potentially. But the reasons I listed are common problems with most haircare brands.
Yes! All the stylists that I work with always recommend the #3 or potentially the oil, but ask guests to consider their natural hair texture/styling needs (outside of damage) when choosing shampoo,conditioner, and other finishing products. Too much of one thing is always an issue.
My theory is that "bond repairing" is only a temporary fix...you can't really "repair" seriously damaged hair. It can make it feel and look better, but it's like gluing something that's broken. Sometimes it works, and sometimes the damage is too severe (or we continue damaging the hair with heat styling, bleaching etc.) and trying to put on more "glue" when the gap is just too big. Sorry for the bad metaphor, but I often feel like some people think Olaplex or K18 will protect/repair their hair from anything. That's not the case.
I used olaplex a few months after it hit thr market. I used 40 vol and went up like, from a level 3/4 - 9. My hair should have fallen off lol. I was way too confident. I used the treatment for like 4/5 months once a week and my hair looked great.
I would say the last question could potentially be answered in a simple way: it likely depends on the type of hair and amount of damage someone has. Olaplex is not really mean for healthy hair. That simple. There has been times were my hair was healthier than other times but I still used Olaplex no.3 and either didn’t do anything to my hair or left it dry and weird, but it didn’t caused that problem after bleaching my hair (going from brunette to blond) and putting the product on damaged or rough hair. People sometimes don’t want to understand that Olaplex is meant for severally damaged/super color-treated hair and not just to “improve” hair that only needs a bit of improvement. It’s just not meant for that. But imo it’s is also the brand’s fault for not promoting their products or informing their customers correctly. Their site has a bunch of confusing info or simply not enough information. They probably want more people to use their products so they can make a larger profit, and therefore, they don’t really want to clearly say their products are much better for damaged hair and not meant for every type of hair out there. Too bad for them and for us with damaged hair. I believe their products are great for damaged hair and there is not much out there that works as good. So hopefully they get better at dealing with so much misinformation 🤷🏻♀️
What I love about olaplex is that for once us curly / kinky curly girls have products that are nutritive to our hair. I love that and I hope they won't reformulate because people with straight or wavy hair find their products heavy
That would suck. If anything maybe they could just create a second formulation, but they should definitely leave the original alone if it's effective for very curly hair. It would be really unfair, and kind of a stupid business move, since they'd be trading one demographic for another when they could grab a larger demographic by expanding the line.
I love this video! It's insane how all it takes is a few posts on social media and a brand can be destroyed due to these platforms. & This video is soo well done!!
It's not about just a few posts. It's actual damage and hair loss suffered by about 7,000 people in a Facebook group. And that's only the number of people who have figured it out and found the group.
I agree with you! We need to have common sense, pay attention to our hair, and stop once we feel something is not working. If you notice that you are losing your hair, I think you waited too long, did not follow instructions properly, or sought professional guidance. Also, there's a reason why these products have specific instructions and are not sold in a supermarket; you need to use them properly and always, always know that not every product that comes out will work for you. This applies to everything in life. Thank you @abbey for this video. I think sometimes we just need to go back to common sense and logic.
@@lisalguelras please use the common sense you speak of. People didn't realize what was causing the hair loss at first. How can you misuse shampoo? Why is it sold to the public if instructions are so critical?
Every product is going to work differently on every person. Body chemistry is different from person to person. I found, for my hair, when used as directed, Olaplex helped repair my color treated, heat styled hair a great deal. I still use it when needed. However, K18 fits in better with my routine and is working, just as good if not better than Olaplex. Hope everyone finds what works best for them, many blessings! 💖💖💖
Maybe "body chemistry is different for every person" but definitely not hair chemistry. Every hair follicle everywhere requires the same proteins to make a hair and every hair shaft everywhere has the same type of disulfide and hydrogen bonds
@@Madamchiefhair will be very different depending on what was done to it and what it was exposed to. In addition, some hair types are naturally stronger than others. So no, not all hair is the same.
Since I found you about a week ago, you have completely changed my perception of haircare! Started using silicones and my hair has never ever looked even close to this good. Thank you so much for what you do and ESPECIALLY the myth-busting because I swear every video debunks another one I believed! It might sound silly but you actually changed my life.
All you have to do is clarify every now and again. I grew up on silicones and my hair was super long and healthy. So was most of my peers. Social media has its up side and down sides.
I absolutely love Olaplex! I have fine, thin air and Olaplex works great for me. I do use Karastase Chroma shampoo and conditioner every other hair wash. Even though it does work for me I understand that it may not work for other people.
Here’s my hairstylist pov: I have tried olaplex many times on myself and on clients. The in salon products are AWESOME, but continued use of olaplex without any kind of moisture product can cause something similar to protein overload. I personally use olaplex No. 6 still once or twice a week. I also use k18. My hair feels good, no breakage or buildup. I still recommend olaplex treatments in salon and maybe one olaplex product, but I will never recommend the shampoo and conditioner. It’s just too much too often without moisture.
I started using olaplex in December. I have noticed great improvement in the condition and shine of my hair. much less breakage. I am 65 years ago and have been dying my hair forever.
I use both K18 and Olaplex No. 6 for months now and it makes my hair really nice and healthy as a girl with fine and 2C wavy hair☺ but I think once Olaplex ran out, I will look for something less heavy duty for those hot, sweaty summer months😄
I’ve been loving the Epres that Abby reviewed! It makes me and my clients’ hair SUPER bouncy. Epres for 10-15 minutes+ shampoo+ k18 combo= my dream team right now
Thank you for going so in depth on this topic Abbey! I was using #3 that I got for christmas once a week (every other wash) but had backed off because of all the drama online. I think I'll start using it every third wash for a while and see how it goes.
I have been using Olaplex No. 3 for about two weeks and I have noticed my hair is smoother and fuller 😮 I only use olaplex 3 along with the oil and that’s it 🙅🏻♀️ I use No. 3 once a week and wash out with just water and after that instead of using conditioner I use a hydrating hair mask from Morrocan hair line and after I wash that out, I apply the olaplex hair oil on just my ends and I have seen much improvement! So I think using all of the olaplex products could be overload on your scalp but my routine has worked for me and my hair was thinning but it’s feeling fuller now 🎉 also I have really long hair too
I have definitely experienced protein overload before. I thought my hair was forever ruined and it was constantly breaking off - used a clarifying shampoo and switched to silkening products and everything was back to normal within a couple of weeks
My hair became worse with Olaplex. For me, it does not really matter if the Olaplex was causing the damage or just not living up to its claims by not improving any damage caused by something else. I believe Abbey when she explains how rice water worked for some people, but caused major damage to her hair. I believe Abbey when she explains how Redken Acidic bonding products made her hair feel smooth and healthier, but they left my hair a brittle, frizzy mess after one use (as did Olaplex 3). K18 worked great on my hair, but I still believe other people who say that it made their hair feel more damaged. I am concerned when any company responds to consumer concerns by saying that their products cannot be overused and that it is impossible for them to cause damage (that was Olaplex's response). I think the safety data provided by Olaplex shows that it was tested on the skin of 90 people on their backs, and not on anyone's scalp and hair? If that is true, it seems like it could be possible for some people to have experiences that were not documented in their safety testing?
Great comment. I agree that not all products work for all people. K18 works a million times better for me than Olaplex, which was just a huge waste of money. It didn’t ‘destroy’ my hair, it just didn’t do much of anything no matter how hard I tried to make that line work for me. K18 is easy to use and one product heals my hair up so well. With Olaplex I was using multiple products, and waiting around for it to work was so annoying.
Olaplex refunded me over $600 when I told them my suspension that my love of their products was ruining my hair. It was all verified products. I always used exactly as directed, but I eventually had broken hair where I once had healthy, strong hair. And I think I lost 30% of my overall density.
I used Olaplex 3 for about six months and was very happy with it. Then I bought Olaplex shampoo and conditioner and used all three for about three months. My hair began to feel thinner. I really thought I was losing hair so I stopped using all Olaplex products. I went back to my previous shampoo and conditioner. Within a month my hair felt thicker and fuller. So I couldn’t have actually lost hair. Not sure what caused the thin hair feeling but I have moved on from Olaplex.
This happened to me as well. Thinning and dyed my hair back to my natural brown so it’s not damaging with blonde anymore. I was always using Olaplex for years and think since 2019 my hair was thinning and breaking off! 😢
Same here, my hair thinned drastically in 2020 and I was using all Olaplex products , I bought products directly from Olaplex website. I stopped using it, and dyed my hair brown and quit bleaching. My hair has never grown back thicker and it’s pretty thin I usually have to wear wigs now.
If your hair was fine with just No. 3 but then felt thinner from adding the additional Olaplex products AND then went back to feeling fuller and thicker after a month of discontinued use, I'd say the additional Olaplex products must have coated/weighed down your hair to the point that it felt like a decrease in density. I've never used the rest of the Olaplex line outside of the treatment, so I can't say my assumed conclusion is absolutely correct, but the treatment alone never made me feel like I lost density when I technically didn't. Especially since it has to be shampooed out. My hair feels clean (without a coating or residue) after I shampoo the Olaplex treatment out.
Great great video! Thank you for this! I am actually a huge fan of Olaplex. I have used K18 as well and I liked but not loved it. I have every Olaplex product (excluding No.1 since I don’t bleach my hair), including all the “professional only” products. I should note that I have a beauty license and can purchase all of these products at less than half of retail cost. Olaplex was the main component of my haircare routine when I had bleached hair, but since it’s been over a year since I’ve had any chemical processes done to my hair, I haven’t used it as often. I will say that No.0 doesn’t come in a “spray” nozzle but more like a “stream” so that wouldn’t make it airborn and therefore they wouldn’t need to change the formula. Overall I love Olaplex and as you have pointed out many times, there is no true cheaper “dupe” for it because its main ingredient is patented and no other brand can use it. As my stylist says “Olaplex is hair surgery compared to other products which are just band-aids” haha!
Thank you for making this video. I think its always important to research when you have a hair concern or there's a big lawsuit happening. Personally, I have fine but medium density hair that is 3/4 platinum blonde with the top being hilighted. My blonde hair is extremely fragile, damaged, etc. I've used Olaplex and K18 (not together, but alternatively) for over a year. They both help, and I like doing K18 for one was day then doing Olaplex 3 then 8 (I love their mask) on the second wash day of my week. I have gotten my super super chemically processed hair as good as it can be and I truly think both brands have helped.
There is an opportunity for a big shady money grab here. Imagine someone with previous hair loss going out and buying Olaplex and then falsely claiming Olaplex caused the hair loss simply because there's money to be possibly made by joining the lawsuit. Unfortunately this is the society we live in. Health issues, stress, poor diet, medications, post-partum, chemicals and sudden weight loss are just some of the things that can cause hair loss of varying degrees. I suspect there will be an increase in some people suffering hair loss if using Ozempic due to dramatic weight loss. If they're also using Olaplex will Olaplex get the blame?
Same! I didn't have split ends until after I used it. My hair has been super dried out. I just got a cut yesterday to get rid of the damage around the front of my face. I've been using Ecoslay Banana Cream deep conditioner because it is protein free and am avoiding protein in my stylers for a bit. Some people just have a sensitivity to protein in their hair. There's not one product uniquely designed for everyone.
I.had been having scalp and hair issues for many years. Hair loss and itchy scalp. I saw more and more comments on line about women having these same issues. Like i would brush my hair and it would snap. My hair has never been like that. So i did a timeline that many years ago my hairdresser at the time starting doing olaplex treatments ...that it was a new product that helps women who bleach. Well the light just went on,....hair and scalp troubles started since then. I was trying to solve the problem with all sorts of shampoos thinking it was dermatitis, psoriasis, ....nothing worked.....i truly believe it was the olaplex. I have a hairdresser who got me #3 and #8 last year ..i have notice really bad breakage like right at the crown area. My hair has always been beautiful and healthy til the last few years.
Trust you. People refuse to see the truth when they love à product and have, or not yet, problem. Same for retinol , many hair loss. But people deny it.
I’ve noticed some curly haired women comment on how Olaplex has helped their hair. Me too. But my hair is mostly wavy only a little curly. Since it’s healthier it holds a curl or wave so much easier.
I get my roots bleached and my hair toned every few months. One time I got it done, I asked if she did anything different, because I could tell my hair was noticeably better. She said the previous time I got it done, there was an olaplex shortage (or they didn’t have it, I forget) so they had to use a different brand of the similar thing, but they had finally gotten more in. So in my experience, olaplex when I get it on my hair during a bleach and tone appointment makes a positive difference in my hair. I don’t know the specific olaplex product used and if this is the same product that people are having trouble with though.
Thank you for this video. I've not used No. 3, however: I've been using Olaplex shampoo and conditioner exclusively for several years. It has been wonderful for my hair. I feel it has increased the density of my hair. I've not experienced scalp problems. I don't see myself changing brands. I have bought it at Amazon, Ulta and Sephora without problems.
I heard somewhere that Olaplex gives good results on blonde, gray or bleached hair. If you have dark hair or dark colored hair, there will not be a significant difference.
The spray bottle is more of a shoot out rather than a mist, which is not off from how we apply the No. 1 on the salon, we put it in a applicator bottle and apply because it the No.1 and No. 0 should not be a mist and airborne
I would like to clarify that while “protein overload” may not be the correct term, too much protein will cause a moisture deficiency. Now what is “too much” protein, is different for everyone. Low porosity hair for example is known as protein sensitive. Needed to say this because I wouldn’t want someone to watch this and go out and use too much unneeded protein like I’ve done in the past. Moisture deficiency can take quite a bit to come back from even with hydrating treatments from a professional.
I feel like this is generally the issue people are having with products now. Even if needed hardly any clients go for extra moisture unless they have curly hair. I am always telling people to moisturize their hair in the dry winter months.
Olaplex #3 is really good, its not a protein is a bond builder they recommend the limited time, once it dries it stop working and they say do not sleep in it, there's no point in that. I will always continue to use #3.
I don’t like Olapex, it didn’t destroy my hair, I simply disliked it and I didn’t like it on my daughters hair either. I enjoyed this video. I love deep dives into brands, business etc that are informative and not gossipy. I find it very interesting. I’m not sure what to think of the lawsuit. I think it will be difficult to prove beyond a reasonable doubt, with so many factors involved in hair loss, that Olaplex was the cause. But soooo many people have issues with this brand that I don’t discount that it really REALLY doesn’t work for some people and they have terrible experiences. Having said that, before I found your channel and I was looking for my hg hair products I would read reviews and every single shampoo would have reviews of it causing hair loss. I think different products work for different people. I love K18 and it is my hg both the shampoo and treatment, but I constantly see comments or reviews where people hate it.
Olaplex #3 doesn’t work on my hair… makes it stiff and VERY dry ( I purchased the extra big size from my salon ) Also … Lamellar products like L’Oreal Wonder Water also doesn’t work on my hair… makes it stiff and VERY dry. I also have to stay away from products with protein and coconut for the very same reasons!
I have fine hair that has breakage so I've tried trial sizes of the whole line from Olaplex website. #4 and #5 is too heavy for my fine hair as well as #8. #3 just didn't do it for me. The best that I love is #6 which I use as a heat protectant before blow drying. I also love #7 and I apply it to my ends. #9 does not smooth my hair and keep out humidity like #6. My hair has improved so much.
Number 0 did not change. The bottle was changed for easy application. The original communication was to not place it in spray bottle due to the control spray. The brand did not attend the spray to be a mist. The new bottle is a direct spray, not a mist. This is why they advised not to place in spray bottle.
I feel like Olaplex has transformed my hair for the better. I used the shampoo and conditioner exclusively for 6 months and my hair feels more dense than before, more shine and less frizz and breakage. However I never used more than about a nickel to quarter size of product each use cause its so concentrated! I wonder if there's this much mishandling of their products then maybe they should come out with a new line of "less concentrated" shampoos and conditioners that are more "user friendly"? I still will continue to use olaplex since my hair has responded so well to it
It may not cause "protein overload" but bond builders have the exact same effect in my hair as protein overload. It becomes extremely brittle and breaks off when I use it one too many times and the effect goes away when I use protein free products and no bond builders for a few washes. My hair is fine so its extremely sensitive to protein AND bond builders.
Olaplex #6 destroyed my hair. I used the purple shampoo once a month and the 6 everyday because I have curly fine hair. What hasn’t fallen out is breaking off and dead. I’m devastated.
Olaplex totally saved my hair and I'm bummed that some people are having a bad time with it. I will continue using No. 3 until I stop bleaching my hair (which is probably never lol). I'm interested in trying K18, but it's not in the budget for me atm. No. 3 lasts me a couple months because I use it once a week. I'm trying the L'Oreal bond pre-shampoo treatment on alternating wash days.
Great video, as always! Can you do a review on Kevin Murphy washes/rinses? I'm curious to hear your thoughts on both the repair and young again lines (dealing with serious bleach damage), and if they are worth the price.
I've been a stylist for 23 years. An educator for 16. The professional retail model used to be manufacturer>stylist>client. Now these companies market more than ever direct to consumer, and due to online shopping clients have more access to products they have no idea how to use. A client of mine told me it was cheaper online for her to buy a liter of a certain Keratin treatment than to have me do it. She made a mess of her hair. Support small brands, support brands that are committed to being pro only. Sadly there's less and less of them.
That’s exactly what happened to me I purchased Olaplex 3 off Amazon and used 2 times and my hair was knotted and broke off so I returned it, I don’t think any less of the brand but I was surprised at the small amount for the $$$
I bought all of my Olaplex from Sephora and lost sooo much hair (and NEVER had this problem before). Stopped using it & my hair started growing back. Could be coincidence but I tossed all of my Olaplex products & never looking back!
Did you actually lose hair or did you have a feeling your hair is thinner? Another lady commented her hair felt a lot thinner, but she didn't actually lose the hair.
@@LL-wu5ui actually lost it. I’ve always had full, thick, long hair & it was falling out in clumps! Thankfully it’s growing back in now but I have wild crazy baby hairs everywhere lol
Nobody is going to believe you unfortunately. I keep finding time after time and video after video (even Dr Dray) defending all these products and pretty much saying these people are doing something wrong or have a different problem unrelated to the product
Used Olaplex shampoo, conditioner and #3. Nothing weird happened but not ideal for my fine hair. I learned that some high end brands on Amazon may be authentic but past shelf life or improperly stored.. Resellers buy up this iffy inventory and sell on sites like eBay, Amazon, Poshmark etc. So I buy from Ulta or Sephora.
I used the Olaplex entire system for years with only minimal results. Started using K18 and the Redken AcidicBonding system and my hair breakage completely stopped. I wish I could get back money for the 8 product line Olaplex system I have
I purchased Olaplex from a professional Hair & beauty suppliers so definitely genuine, number 2, 4, & 5.. Over a period of 8 months, it caused shedding and thinning. As soon as I stopped using it, the shedding slowed RIGHT down. I will never use it again. I am considering trying the Redken bond repair products, but not sure yet
I'm having the same experience 😔 I was questioning if it was Olaplex, but I swear my hair is shedding and breaking more since using it. I'm confused if I should continue wear it or not...
I used Olaplex on my friend and his hair did fall out. I'm not sure what happened, but the amount of hair fall in the shower was crazy. We were trying to recover his hair because he'd used a conditioner months before that also made his hair fall out. I purchased my Olaplex products at both Sephora and Ulta. I've used it on myself and didn't see too much of a difference on my own hair but my friend and I have very different textures. Mine being kinkier, his being basically straight, maybe a slight wave. He did a protein treatment on his hair recently with Aphogee and it made such an improvement.
If this is a repeated occurrence for your friend with different products, it might not be the products. 😬 He might need to get some blood work done and also see a dermatologist who specializes in scalp health.
@@bklynbutters13 He did go to a derm, they said there was nothing they could see that was wrong with him. I fully believe it was those two products. He's used other things with no troubles
@@cockyretrospect4085 Did he also experience scalp irritation when using those products? I only ask because if there were no felt scalp irritation or visible scalp irritation, it's unlikely that a topical is at fault as it would irritate the surface of the skin before getting into the hair follicle to damage it (ie produce hair shedding).
Hi Abbey, Hearing of lawsuits against a brand is scary for what consumers it says its doing to there hair. I don't think purchasing any of these products is worth it because for the size of the bottle you get is quite expensive for that amount. Have a lovely weekend 💕!
Love your video xx Agree 100% I have very damaged dry thick hair mainly from bleaching and never really took consideration into what products I should have been using when I really needed good products ages ago but after watching like all your videos I found mixing the 2 brands works for me, the k18 detox shampoo and then the olaplex moisture mask after to be a very good combination after doing the 6 consecutive washes with the k18 treatment they are my go to combo. Olaplex has worked wonders for me Your reviews are honestly my holy grail haha 😂❤
Why does Olaplex destroy some peoples hair and yet fix others?… After watching this video, my opinion is that based on some of the questions, clearly people are not using the products correctly. Also, we all have different hair types and chemistry. Hair and skin will react differently for anything you put on it from lotion to makeup, hair products ect. Just like I can’t use bath and body lotion. I break out. Other people don’t. That does not mean that bath and body lotions are bad. I have thin fine hair. I have been using Olaplex for over 3 years. I use the products as directed. I have had NO problems. And knowing my hair, if anyone’s hair should have fallen out it would be mine! And it didn’t. It precisely did the opposite. It has helped me grow out my hair and loose a heck of alot less! We all naturally shed hair, so don’t confuse that with hair loss. Olaplex has been a wonderful product for me. Just like maybe bath and body lotion is great for you. No need for law suits and hype over something that was probably misused in the first place!
I agree with both of you! I also feel that if this “special bonding” ingredient is “so finicky” - chemists shouldn’t have formulated a product with it knowing full well not everyone would use the products the “right way.” I haven’t had issues using Olaplex but I did have a baby and am having a lot of pp hair loss! I feel like it has more to do with that than the products.
@@LL-wu5ui yes, this! The directions on Olaplex's website vs. the bottle of no.3 I have don't match each other and neither one matches the directions I got when I took Olaplex's quiz last year. And Abbey highlights the different recommendations for how often to use their products! I genuinely don't know what people mean when they say they "use as directed" because Olaplex can't seem to decide what the directions are.
@@kathleen1697 it shouldn't be so easy to misuse an over the counter product. And if Olaplex can't even get their act together on how to use their own product, how can we trust them at all?
Thanks Abbey, ur vids have seriously saved my hair. I have fine hair and olaplex no.3 did well in my hair, I used it every second wash. But when I saw u recommended k18 I moved to that. Both did well at reducing damage (I had extremely damaged bleached hair).
Olaplex saved my hair and i will never ever go back to anything else. I used Kerastase for more than a decade and its good but Olaplex made an insane difference for my hair!!!
I wouldn’t worry about using K18 and Olaplex together, I’ve been doing it for a while and it’s fine. I have a hard time imagining that K18’s peptide will interact with the bis-aminopropyl that much differently than how it interacts with the amino acids and proteins common in many hair care products.
GREAT point about #0. I remember that vid! ❤ Same with counterfeit products- stuff goes viral and everyone’s scared to use! I had no idea about different kinds of products (luxury, etc) on Amazon. YES! I always use Purology prior to Olaplex; I love the #8 Mask. I only wash once/ week so I Olaplex about once/ 8 weeks… but my hair is pretty healthy. A+ Abby
On my very damaged hair I use no 3 every wash, a couple of times a week. No damage, only slow steady improvement and hair length slowly increasing. Also use no 0 a couple of times a month.
I swear my hair is falling more since I started using Olaplex! And I follow all of Abbey recommendations for using the products. I'm so unsure if I should continue to use it... :s But disclaimer - I don't blame the brand, I just think it doesn't work for me.
It’s funny I have never used it the way that they said. I always put Number 0 in a spray bottle and I used it after washing my hair. The results that O got were amazing. My stylist/analyst brain was not agreeing with their explanation of how to use the product that being said. It is the only thing I used from them now. I prefer Epres and K-18.
If it’s not tested for safety when it’s dispensed in a spray they cannot recommend you put it in a spray bottle. They probably just had to get data on the safety of it being dispensed that way, and this does not indicate a formula change. Comparing the ingredients would be a much better indication.
Olaplex shampoo and conditioner are great IMO, but you need less than normal and it needs to be rinsed out well. They are heavy, though, so usually I only use no3. I also use K18.
Curlsmith has a nice bond salve that has a nice balance of protein and moisture. It has helped my wavy/curly hair maintain structure and overall hair health.
The only fault that I see in olaplex is that they never properly explained which products you should never ever combine with olaplex and for whom those products actually are. I bet must people don’t even know that combining olaplex with products that contain Keratin or similar proteins is a shortcut to severe breakage, or that olaplex 3,4 and 5 mostly repair but don’t hydrate.
My mother has been bleaching her hair for years and Olaplex no.7 (oil) is her absolute favorite product! She doesn’t use no.3 or their shampoo, because no.6 and 7 is enough for her to maintain a healthy look of her hair, so I guess her scalp is not in danger🤷♀️
mark anthony recently came out with a bond repair line at the drugstore!! i would love to hear your opinion and thoughts on the line; i recently tried the hair mask from that line and i really liked how it made my hair feel but that doesn’t mean it’s effective so i would love to hear your take on it! 🥰
I heard people test makeup from Amazon that had poop and I watched a video where the name was misspelled when she received it and I had a patient die from buying what they thought was a supplement
I’ve used Olaplex and it didn’t do anything for me. However, I’ve used Nexxus with protein and that works wonders on my bleached hair. I’m not mad about it because it’s fraction of the price. I also use Aphogee and that also works wonders awesome. It’s a protein treatment. Works awesome on damaged hair. Having said that my hair does well with protein probably because it’s bleached. My hair is long and soft and shiny
I bought the whole system when Ulta first started carrying it. Shampoo, conditioner, number 0 spray and 3. I never saw a drastic difference in my hair, which WAS damaged from bleach. But then I noticed a ton of hair shedding and the overall texture of my hair felt worse. I didn’t use Olaplex shampoo every wash day, so it took a while for me to make the connection. I ended up doing some internet research on why my hair was falling out and found lots of women with fine curly hair had the same hair loss and texture issues from the set. Ended up throwing the rest of the Olaplex away and my hair went back to normal after a few months. Will never use Olaplex again, but K18 is fabulous (so far…)
@@IslandVibez_Virgo K18 is expensive but worth it for me. I noticed softer, healthier feeling hair after the second or third use. It’s been about 8 weeks and I’m still on my first bottle, so it lasts quite a while.
I've been an Olaplex No 3 user for about 2 years now (haven't tried any other products from them). I've never applied it to my scalp, just the mid section and the ends. I found that it works best on shampooed hair and waiting 45+ min before washing it out (10-15 min just didn't give the same results). My hair just feels stronger and looks more sleek. But I don't rely on it for softness or shine, I use conditioner for that. Lately I've been wanting to try K18 purely for the reason that it's a leave in. The 45 min waiting period is getting pretty tiring...
Hey Abbey, Im a subscriber and I am so very happy to have seen this video. I had been using the number 0 and number 3 once a week for about a year and then I began to notice numbness on certain parts of my scalp. I also began to notice some hair breakage which shocked me because this had never happened before. For a moment there I thought I ha long covid! Anyway I immediately stopped using them and the feeling to my scalp came back after a few weeks. I still use the shampoo and conditioner 2X a week but lately I also noticed some breakage. I am mow switching to Metal DX and hope my hair goes back to normal. Thanks for the video. Big hug from Switzerland!
I just started using olapex and I'm not letting a sudden shift in popularity online ruin what has dramatically changed my hair for the better. Thank you for the video!
I think its disgusting what people are doing to this brand right now. There is a lawsuit and suddently every other person claims that olaplex ruined their hair. Influencers with literally perfect hair are saying that. Olaplex is the only thing thaat helped me grow back my damaged hair and i still use it years after. Noticeably less split ends.
i noticed ever since k18 and similar products came out this has been happening. kinda odd if you ask me. i’m a cosmetologist, worked in salons… olaplex is the real mf deal and is the main reason why so many ppl are able to lighten their hair and still have it looking and feeling great. tons of ppl aren’t even using it properly at home. sure not every product works for every single person. i’ll never argue that but there’s so many factors related to hair loss.. correlation does not equal causation. i have no reason to go hard for any brand or product but trust me i have plenty of reason to believe lots of ppl don’t know wtf they’re doing or talking ab. the internet gives a platform for ppl to say anything without actual evidence. i also don’t put it past anybody to be paid off to make such claims. somethings weird to me ab all this
I hope you never have a product that destroys your hair, scalp and self esteem then. If that ever happens, you would understand.
My hair was so sticky after olaplex shampo
@@maajczi9361 it’s not for everyone but that doesn’t mean it’s horrible. Find a shampoo for your scalp type.
@@maajczi9361 mine was for about a month after using Olaplex 3
My husband walked in on my watching this and he wants me to let everyone know “it made my hair fall out when I found out how much it costs!!” 😂☠️. Ladies and gentlemen, my balding husband is hilarious.
I started using olaplex a month ago and it has transformed my hair!! I didn’t really think my hair was damaged but it is sooo much healthier and bouncier curls now.. I was hesitant to try it but so glad I did !!
:) from another Donna ... Me Too !!!
Are u using #3 or shampoo/conditioner, or all of it..?
Me too! When I started olaplex I used it like once a month and didn't see any improvements. Somehow, I missed that you could use it twice a week. Now, I use it twice a week, and my hair has never looked better in my entire life, and I'm 55. I also have extremely fine and thin wavy curly hair, but it still looks amazing. I only use number 3. I've taken a lot of Abbey's suggestions, and my hair has never looked better.
I’m skeptical of the claims that Olaplex ruined someone’s hair mostly because it’s meant to be used on overly processed, damaged hair. Maybe in some cases it just isn’t able to fix the hair completely (kind of like when you repair stuff, you can only do it so many times and sometimes it’s ruined beyond repair). So my suspicion is that people who use it in general don’t have hair that’s in the best condition & Olaplex can be their last resort. Then when it doesn’t work, the hairs starts breaking off (which it would do anyway some time after damaging it so badly) & people blame Olaplex. When in reality it might just be that the hair was so damaged Olaplex wasn’t able to cure it & it just started breaking off due to wear and tear after getting it overly processed. Olaplex is a great product, but it’s not magic - sometimes there’s just too much damage.
This is exactly what I would bet is happening. Over processed hair will remain over processed despite bond builders. It’s a band aid.
I sure get what you are saying. However, K18 stopped the breakage completely for me
I sure understand your comments. However, K18 completely stopped the breakage when Olaplex worked very minimally
@@janmcmahon7358 and that’s great.
This is bs, it happened to me and my hair was fine before
I spoke with Olaplex and you actually don’t have to shampoo out No. 3 but like you said, everything won’t work for everyone and I advise folks to experiment and learn their hair. The answer to hair health isn’t in a bottle of any product. It happens through self exploration. That’s not an easy answer, but it’s simply the truth.
That’s interesting… because they’ve also definitely said you need to 😂 what a mess
@@AbbeyYung interesting indeed…
I deffo think you need to exercise moderation with hair and keep rotating products to avoid situations like this and devacurl
@@eme8237 I don’t disagree. I love Olaplex but I also have a rotation of products ❤️
3 weeks ago, when I asked, they recommended rinsing and following up with shampoo and conditioner. You can find my question and their answer here th-cam.com/video/t-5zGjzAbLw/w-d-xo.html
I’ve used Olaplex for years and still love it! My only issue, which now makes so much sense after watching your video, was that my hair was doing great and then it just felt off. After speaking with my stylist and her seeing my hair she explained Olaplex is great for the thing it’s meant to do but that doesn’t mean it can fix all your other hair issues. If your strictly using their shampoo and conditioner and have dry hair like I do, you’re missing protein and possibly necessary moisture in your hair care routine. It’s not a miracle product line like people expect, but used in rotation with my other shampoos and conditioners it really can do wonders. I truly believe it is all in the way people are utilizing the products.
Exactly it’s a case of shady marketing that makes people believe they need all products
It’s the WAY the spray is actually sprayed. My friend put it in a “regular” spray bottle and she thought she was going to die! Lol she was coughing SO bad. So it’s definitely the delivery that matters.
The amount of hate Olaplex has been receiving recently is amazing. Almost to that extend that I could think that other “bond building” product brand probably financed a lot of negative or “doubtful”reviews about Olaplex.
Here's another good question: why does Olaplex contradict itself? For instance, they say that you can't overuse the product. Then people who've suffered damage are told they've overused it. Same goes for misusing it. How do you misuse shampoo? Conditioner? If it's that critical, don't sell it to the public.
Deflecting.
Great points
as a former ulta employee, we were told in brand training that the no. 3 couldn’t be overused, but they didn’t mention that for any other products. also, overuse could be defined as being used too much in place of your regular shampoo, conditioner, etc. if you use any shampoo, say, three times a day, your hair could look pretty bad.
Often the marketing department will say one thing, and the cosmetic chemists say another. It's a battle in the company which group gets to give the public message.
Many skin and hair care companies have this internal conflict. Sometimes the marketing department will make some truly silly claims, like "our product is chemical free".
You can overuse any sort of deep conditioning, bonding or protein treatment. What happens is that if you leave it on for too long or if you do it too often your hair will become overprocessed and starts to break off and cause hair loss. This happened to me with multiple deep conditioning and pre-poo treatments. I thought it was something wrong with my hair but the problem was that I was deep conditioning too much and leaving product on for way too long causing hair breakage. When I found that out I stopped leaving it on for too long and limited the amount of times I deep conditioned or used pre-poo and just like that my hair stopped breaking.
Love how thorough this video is Abbey! Especially the mention of protein overload is not a thing and if you don’t have damaged hair there’s no need to use a product such as olaplex no.3. Great video!
Initially, I bought Olaplex from their website, then I have only purchased at Ulta once they started carrying it. I have had excellent results but I only shampoo with it once per week. I use the 0 and 3 once per month. My hair has come such a long way. It was thinning prior to starting it and now it has thickened so much with very little shedding when I wash and brush/comb my hair. I also have my salon use it in my color/highlightes when I get my hair done once every 8 weeks. My stylist has noticed an extreme improvement with my hair as have I. I no longer have thin, frizzy hair and I am a very happy customer! I do realize, however, that everyone is different and what works for me may not for you, and vice versa.
Olaplex works very well for my hip length, fine, aging hair. I do take some special steps when I use it.
- I only own the 3 (treatment) and 8 (mask). I only use one of these on a treatment day, depending on what I think my hair needs.
- I use Olaplex once a month, that's often enough for me.
- I don't use it on the hair close to my scalp. I focus on the mid-lengths and ends, then wipe my hands gently over my head hair. Almost none of it ever touches my roots or scalp - no need, that hair is very healthy.
- I use just enough to cover my hair lightly. It feels like I'm not using enough, but it really spreads well.
When I use up my Olaplex, I might try K18, but just out of curiosity.
As far as hair loss, there are lots of things that can cause hair loss in healthy people - and the loss often doesn't start until a few months after the triggering event. COVID is a big one, so is any major stress. I lost a lot of hair in 2022 ... not due to the Olaplex, but because I was dealing with the stress of a couple of unrelated health issues. I would never blame a hair product for hair loss until I examined my life for 3-6 months before the loss began. And I'd consult a trichologist if I had any sudden, unexplained hair loss.
I appreciate all your thoughtful videos about these issues. I tried K18 under the pressure of a hairdresser, and I didn’t love it enough to want to continue paying for it. ($98 a bottle in my country). Olaplex ($50 in my country) is far more effective and affordable for me. The fertility scare frightened me, but fellow Australian, Lab Muffin (Dr Michelle Wong), said that these claims were not based on any good evidence. She’s a cosmetic chemist and chemistry PhD. So in conclusion, I continue to use Olaplex from time to time.
Possible reasons of Olaplex side effects I can think of after using almost all products:
High PH in all shampoos, I have a sensitive scalp so I need a lower PH
Leaving #3 or #2 in for too long (overnight/hours etc) , hair will look great but the fragrance/other ingredients will irritate the scalp if left on too long
Shampoo has no sulfates, I'm one of the people who needs a sulfate shampoo to prevent buildup from products//oil. Most shampoos are made without them but I definitely saw a difference after I switched
Not shampooing after #2 or #3, skipping to conditioner which leads to excess buildup and ingredients left on scalp
Having psoriasis/scalp problems in general which can get triggered by certain ingredients (ex. fragrances) in a lot of shampoos, not just Olaplex
Leaving on the 4P purple shampoo, purple shampoos in general are extremely drying for the hair and scalp.
I still do the Olaplex stand alone treatment, #6,#7, the chelating treatment, and the 4-in-1 moisture mask. But after trying almost every product, I listed possible reasons it may irritate some customers or may not be for some customers. Excess buildup, scalp dryness/irritation, and high PH can cause hair loss potentially. But the reasons I listed are common problems with most haircare brands.
Yes! All the stylists that I work with always recommend the #3 or potentially the oil, but ask guests to consider their natural hair texture/styling needs (outside of damage) when choosing shampoo,conditioner, and other finishing products. Too much of one thing is always an issue.
I appreciate all the information you give and it has helped me as a GM at Ulta and my entire team.
❤️❤️❤️
My theory is that "bond repairing" is only a temporary fix...you can't really "repair" seriously damaged hair. It can make it feel and look better, but it's like gluing something that's broken. Sometimes it works, and sometimes the damage is too severe (or we continue damaging the hair with heat styling, bleaching etc.) and trying to put on more "glue" when the gap is just too big. Sorry for the bad metaphor, but I often feel like some people think Olaplex or K18 will protect/repair their hair from anything. That's not the case.
I used olaplex a few months after it hit thr market. I used 40 vol and went up like, from a level 3/4 - 9. My hair should have fallen off lol. I was way too confident. I used the treatment for like 4/5 months once a week and my hair looked great.
Good theory, great metaphor!
I would say the last question could potentially be answered in a simple way: it likely depends on the type of hair and amount of damage someone has. Olaplex is not really mean for healthy hair. That simple. There has been times were my hair was healthier than other times but I still used Olaplex no.3 and either didn’t do anything to my hair or left it dry and weird, but it didn’t caused that problem after bleaching my hair (going from brunette to blond) and putting the product on damaged or rough hair.
People sometimes don’t want to understand that Olaplex is meant for severally damaged/super color-treated hair and not just to “improve” hair that only needs a bit of improvement. It’s just not meant for that.
But imo it’s is also the brand’s fault for not promoting their products or informing their customers correctly. Their site has a bunch of confusing info or simply not enough information. They probably want more people to use their products so they can make a larger profit, and therefore, they don’t really want to clearly say their products are much better for damaged hair and not meant for every type of hair out there.
Too bad for them and for us with damaged hair. I believe their products are great for damaged hair and there is not much out there that works as good. So hopefully they get better at dealing with so much misinformation 🤷🏻♀️
What I love about olaplex is that for once us curly / kinky curly girls have products that are nutritive to our hair. I love that and I hope they won't reformulate because people with straight or wavy hair find their products heavy
That would suck. If anything maybe they could just create a second formulation, but they should definitely leave the original alone if it's effective for very curly hair. It would be really unfair, and kind of a stupid business move, since they'd be trading one demographic for another when they could grab a larger demographic by expanding the line.
This! It is a holy grail for my curly/coarse hair.
@@juliaannicole which olaplex? 4 in 1
Which olaplex for curly hair 4 in 1? I dyed my hair and is breaking and I have curry hair I don't know what to use
I love this video! It's insane how all it takes is a few posts on social media and a brand can be destroyed due to these platforms. & This video is soo well done!!
It's not about just a few posts. It's actual damage and hair loss suffered by about 7,000 people in a Facebook group. And that's only the number of people who have figured it out and found the group.
I agree with you! We need to have common sense, pay attention to our hair, and stop once we feel something is not working. If you notice that you are losing your hair, I think you waited too long, did not follow instructions properly, or sought professional guidance. Also, there's a reason why these products have specific instructions and are not sold in a supermarket; you need to use them properly and always, always know that not every product that comes out will work for you. This applies to everything in life. Thank you @abbey for this video. I think sometimes we just need to go back to common sense and logic.
@@lisalguelras please use the common sense you speak of. People didn't realize what was causing the hair loss at first.
How can you misuse shampoo?
Why is it sold to the public if instructions are so critical?
Every product is going to work differently on every person. Body chemistry is different from person to person. I found, for my hair, when used as directed, Olaplex helped repair my color treated, heat styled hair a great deal. I still use it when needed. However, K18 fits in better with my routine and is working, just as good if not better than Olaplex. Hope everyone finds what works best for them, many blessings! 💖💖💖
Maybe "body chemistry is different for every person" but definitely not hair chemistry. Every hair follicle everywhere requires the same proteins to make a hair and every hair shaft everywhere has the same type of disulfide and hydrogen bonds
@@Madamchiefhair will be very different depending on what was done to it and what it was exposed to. In addition, some hair types are naturally stronger than others. So no, not all hair is the same.
Since I found you about a week ago, you have completely changed my perception of haircare! Started using silicones and my hair has never ever looked even close to this good. Thank you so much for what you do and ESPECIALLY the myth-busting because I swear every video debunks another one I believed! It might sound silly but you actually changed my life.
Silicones? What have you used?
All you have to do is clarify every now and again. I grew up on silicones and my hair was super long and healthy. So was most of my peers. Social media has its up side and down sides.
what shampoo with silicones do you recommend?
I don't use silicone and my long curly hair are amazing. No conditionner. Just argan oil each morning.
I absolutely love Olaplex! I have fine, thin air and Olaplex works great for me. I do use Karastase Chroma shampoo and conditioner every other hair wash. Even though it does work for me I understand that it may not work for other people.
Here’s my hairstylist pov: I have tried olaplex many times on myself and on clients. The in salon products are AWESOME, but continued use of olaplex without any kind of moisture product can cause something similar to protein overload. I personally use olaplex No. 6 still once or twice a week. I also use k18. My hair feels good, no breakage or buildup. I still recommend olaplex treatments in salon and maybe one olaplex product, but I will never recommend the shampoo and conditioner. It’s just too much too often without moisture.
I started using olaplex in December. I have noticed great improvement in the condition and shine of my hair. much less breakage. I am 65 years ago and have been dying my hair forever.
I use both K18 and Olaplex No. 6 for months now and it makes my hair really nice and healthy as a girl with fine and 2C wavy hair☺
but I think once Olaplex ran out, I will look for something less heavy duty for those hot, sweaty summer months😄
I’ve been loving the Epres that Abby reviewed! It makes me and my clients’ hair SUPER bouncy. Epres for 10-15 minutes+ shampoo+ k18 combo= my dream team right now
Thank you for going so in depth on this topic Abbey! I was using #3 that I got for christmas once a week (every other wash) but had backed off because of all the drama online. I think I'll start using it every third wash for a while and see how it goes.
I have been using Olaplex No. 3 for about two weeks and I have noticed my hair is smoother and fuller 😮 I only use olaplex 3 along with the oil and that’s it 🙅🏻♀️
I use No. 3 once a week and wash out with just water and after that instead of using conditioner I use a hydrating hair mask from Morrocan hair line and after I wash that out, I apply the olaplex hair oil on just my ends and I have seen much improvement! So I think using all of the olaplex products could be overload on your scalp but my routine has worked for me and my hair was thinning but it’s feeling fuller now 🎉 also I have really long hair too
I have definitely experienced protein overload before. I thought my hair was forever ruined and it was constantly breaking off - used a clarifying shampoo and switched to silkening products and everything was back to normal within a couple of weeks
Hi which silkening products did you use please
Please share the specific products, my hair started breaking after i used olaplex ❤
My hair became worse with Olaplex. For me, it does not really matter if the Olaplex was causing the damage or just not living up to its claims by not improving any damage caused by something else. I believe Abbey when she explains how rice water worked for some people, but caused major damage to her hair. I believe Abbey when she explains how Redken Acidic bonding products made her hair feel smooth and healthier, but they left my hair a brittle, frizzy mess after one use (as did Olaplex 3). K18 worked great on my hair, but I still believe other people who say that it made their hair feel more damaged. I am concerned when any company responds to consumer concerns by saying that their products cannot be overused and that it is impossible for them to cause damage (that was Olaplex's response). I think the safety data provided by Olaplex shows that it was tested on the skin of 90 people on their backs, and not on anyone's scalp and hair? If that is true, it seems like it could be possible for some people to have experiences that were not documented in their safety testing?
Great comment. I agree that not all products work for all people. K18 works a million times better for me than Olaplex, which was just a huge waste of money. It didn’t ‘destroy’ my hair, it just didn’t do much of anything no matter how hard I tried to make that line work for me. K18 is easy to use and one product heals my hair up so well. With Olaplex I was using multiple products, and waiting around for it to work was so annoying.
Olaplex refunded me over $600 when I told them my suspension that my love of their products was ruining my hair. It was all verified products. I always used exactly as directed, but I eventually had broken hair where I once had healthy, strong hair. And I think I lost 30% of my overall density.
How did you get Olaplex to give you your money back?
@Jan McMahon I emailed them. Then, I sent screenshots of my receipts from my sephora purchases page.
I used Olaplex 3 for about six months and was very happy with it. Then I bought Olaplex shampoo and conditioner and used all three for about three months. My hair began to feel thinner. I really thought I was losing hair so I stopped using all Olaplex products. I went back to my previous shampoo and conditioner. Within a month my hair felt thicker and fuller. So I couldn’t have actually lost hair. Not sure what caused the thin hair feeling but I have moved on from Olaplex.
This happened to me as well. Thinning and dyed my hair back to my natural brown so it’s not damaging with blonde anymore. I was always using Olaplex for years and think since 2019 my hair was thinning and breaking off! 😢
That’s so interesting 🤔
Same here, my hair thinned drastically in 2020 and I was using all Olaplex products , I bought products directly from Olaplex website. I stopped using it, and dyed my hair brown and quit bleaching. My hair has never grown back thicker and it’s pretty thin I usually have to wear wigs now.
Did you feel the Olaplex 3 also did that or it was just the shampoo/conditionner ? (I just bought a 250ml of No 3😳)
If your hair was fine with just No. 3 but then felt thinner from adding the additional Olaplex products AND then went back to feeling fuller and thicker after a month of discontinued use, I'd say the additional Olaplex products must have coated/weighed down your hair to the point that it felt like a decrease in density.
I've never used the rest of the Olaplex line outside of the treatment, so I can't say my assumed conclusion is absolutely correct, but the treatment alone never made me feel like I lost density when I technically didn't. Especially since it has to be shampooed out. My hair feels clean (without a coating or residue) after I shampoo the Olaplex treatment out.
Great great video! Thank you for this!
I am actually a huge fan of Olaplex. I have used K18 as well and I liked but not loved it. I have every Olaplex product (excluding No.1 since I don’t bleach my hair), including all the “professional only” products. I should note that I have a beauty license and can purchase all of these products at less than half of retail cost. Olaplex was the main component of my haircare routine when I had bleached hair, but since it’s been over a year since I’ve had any chemical processes done to my hair, I haven’t used it as often. I will say that No.0 doesn’t come in a “spray” nozzle but more like a “stream” so that wouldn’t make it airborn and therefore they wouldn’t need to change the formula.
Overall I love Olaplex and as you have pointed out many times, there is no true cheaper “dupe” for it because its main ingredient is patented and no other brand can use it. As my stylist says “Olaplex is hair surgery compared to other products which are just band-aids” haha!
I am super careful about buying anything on Amazon at this point.
I suffered with hair loss using olaplex and it made my skin so rough, i stopped and now I have thick shiny hair :)
Thank you for making this video. I think its always important to research when you have a hair concern or there's a big lawsuit happening. Personally, I have fine but medium density hair that is 3/4 platinum blonde with the top being hilighted. My blonde hair is extremely fragile, damaged, etc. I've used Olaplex and K18 (not together, but alternatively) for over a year. They both help, and I like doing K18 for one was day then doing Olaplex 3 then 8 (I love their mask) on the second wash day of my week. I have gotten my super super chemically processed hair as good as it can be and I truly think both brands have helped.
There is an opportunity for a big shady money grab here. Imagine someone with previous hair loss going out and buying Olaplex and then falsely claiming Olaplex caused the hair loss simply because there's money to be possibly made by joining the lawsuit. Unfortunately this is the society we live in. Health issues, stress, poor diet, medications, post-partum, chemicals and sudden weight loss are just some of the things that can cause hair loss of varying degrees.
I suspect there will be an increase in some people suffering hair loss if using Ozempic due to dramatic weight loss. If they're also using Olaplex will Olaplex get the blame?
I started using K18 a few months ago and my hair is broken now beyond repair. I’ll happily go back to olaplex after this- k18 did not help my hair
I also hated K18! My hair was so so frizzy and dull after using it.I only use niw Olaplex 3 and that's all I need :)
Same! I didn't have split ends until after I used it. My hair has been super dried out. I just got a cut yesterday to get rid of the damage around the front of my face. I've been using Ecoslay Banana Cream deep conditioner because it is protein free and am avoiding protein in my stylers for a bit. Some people just have a sensitivity to protein in their hair. There's not one product uniquely designed for everyone.
I.had been having scalp and hair issues for many years. Hair loss and itchy scalp. I saw more and more comments on line about women having these same issues. Like i would brush my hair and it would snap. My hair has never been like that. So i did a timeline that many years ago my hairdresser at the time starting doing olaplex treatments ...that it was a new product that helps women who bleach. Well the light just went on,....hair and scalp troubles started since then. I was trying to solve the problem with all sorts of shampoos thinking it was dermatitis, psoriasis, ....nothing worked.....i truly believe it was the olaplex. I have a hairdresser who got me #3 and #8 last year ..i have notice really bad breakage like right at the crown area. My hair has always been beautiful and healthy til the last few years.
Trust you. People refuse to see the truth when they love à product and have, or not yet, problem. Same for retinol , many hair loss. But people deny it.
I’ve noticed some curly haired women comment on how Olaplex has helped their hair. Me too. But my hair is mostly wavy only a little curly. Since it’s healthier it holds a curl or wave so much easier.
I get my roots bleached and my hair toned every few months. One time I got it done, I asked if she did anything different, because I could tell my hair was noticeably better. She said the previous time I got it done, there was an olaplex shortage (or they didn’t have it, I forget) so they had to use a different brand of the similar thing, but they had finally gotten more in. So in my experience, olaplex when I get it on my hair during a bleach and tone appointment makes a positive difference in my hair. I don’t know the specific olaplex product used and if this is the same product that people are having trouble with though.
Me who doesn't even use Olaplex: let's see what's up
I've been using Olaplex for years. It saved my hair!
Mine too
Thank you for this video. I've not used No. 3, however: I've been using Olaplex shampoo and conditioner exclusively for several years. It has been wonderful for my hair. I feel it has increased the density of my hair. I've not experienced scalp problems. I don't see myself changing brands. I have bought it at Amazon, Ulta and Sephora without problems.
I heard somewhere that Olaplex gives good results on blonde, gray or bleached hair. If you have dark hair or dark colored hair, there will not be a significant difference.
The spray bottle is more of a shoot out rather than a mist, which is not off from how we apply the No. 1 on the salon, we put it in a applicator bottle and apply because it the No.1 and No. 0 should not be a mist and airborne
I would like to clarify that while “protein overload” may not be the correct term, too much protein will cause a moisture deficiency. Now what is “too much” protein, is different for everyone. Low porosity hair for example is known as protein sensitive. Needed to say this because I wouldn’t want someone to watch this and go out and use too much unneeded protein like I’ve done in the past. Moisture deficiency can take quite a bit to come back from even with hydrating treatments from a professional.
I feel like this is generally the issue people are having with products now. Even if needed hardly any clients go for extra moisture unless they have curly hair. I am always telling people to moisturize their hair in the dry winter months.
K18 dries my hair out so bad. 😫
Brands generally don´t recommend decanting their products because it interferes with the preserverative system.
Olaplex #3 is really good, its not a protein is a bond builder they recommend the limited time, once it dries it stop working and they say do not sleep in it, there's no point in that. I will always continue to use #3.
I don’t like Olapex, it didn’t destroy my hair, I simply disliked it and I didn’t like it on my daughters hair either. I enjoyed this video. I love deep dives into brands, business etc that are informative and not gossipy. I find it very interesting. I’m not sure what to think of the lawsuit. I think it will be difficult to prove beyond a reasonable doubt, with so many factors involved in hair loss, that Olaplex was the cause. But soooo many people have issues with this brand that I don’t discount that it really REALLY doesn’t work for some people and they have terrible experiences. Having said that, before I found your channel and I was looking for my hg hair products I would read reviews and every single shampoo would have reviews of it causing hair loss. I think different products work for different people. I love K18 and it is my hg both the shampoo and treatment, but I constantly see comments or reviews where people hate it.
Olaplex #3 doesn’t work on my hair… makes it stiff and VERY dry ( I purchased the extra big size from my salon )
Also …
Lamellar products like L’Oreal Wonder Water also doesn’t work on my hair… makes it stiff and VERY dry.
I also have to stay away from products with protein and coconut for the very same reasons!
I have fine hair that has breakage so I've tried trial sizes of the whole line from Olaplex website. #4 and #5 is too heavy for my fine hair as well as #8. #3 just didn't do it for me. The best that I love is #6 which I use as a heat protectant before blow drying. I also love #7 and I apply it to my ends. #9 does not smooth my hair and keep out humidity like #6. My hair has improved so much.
Number 0 did not change. The bottle was changed for easy application. The original communication was to not place it in spray bottle due to the control spray. The brand did not attend the spray to be a mist. The new bottle is a direct spray, not a mist. This is why they advised not to place in spray bottle.
I feel like Olaplex has transformed my hair for the better. I used the shampoo and conditioner exclusively for 6 months and my hair feels more dense than before, more shine and less frizz and breakage. However I never used more than about a nickel to quarter size of product each use cause its so concentrated! I wonder if there's this much mishandling of their products then maybe they should come out with a new line of "less concentrated" shampoos and conditioners that are more "user friendly"? I still will continue to use olaplex since my hair has responded so well to it
It may not cause "protein overload" but bond builders have the exact same effect in my hair as protein overload. It becomes extremely brittle and breaks off when I use it one too many times and the effect goes away when I use protein free products and no bond builders for a few washes. My hair is fine so its extremely sensitive to protein AND bond builders.
I have the exact same issue!! K-18 ruined my hair.
Olaplex #6 destroyed my hair. I used the purple shampoo once a month and the 6 everyday because I have curly fine hair. What hasn’t fallen out is breaking off and dead. I’m devastated.
The nozzle on the No. 0 doesn’t spray the product like a mist, it just comes out in one straight line..😅
I suffer from scalp psoriasis and love Olaplex! It’s one of the few hair care lines that I can use without scalp irritation.
Olaplex 3 help my hair is very fine. I used it every other week . Had no issues. Now my hair is under control , no need to use it.
Olaplex totally saved my hair and I'm bummed that some people are having a bad time with it. I will continue using No. 3 until I stop bleaching my hair (which is probably never lol). I'm interested in trying K18, but it's not in the budget for me atm. No. 3 lasts me a couple months because I use it once a week. I'm trying the L'Oreal bond pre-shampoo treatment on alternating wash days.
Really well-research! I stopped using Olaplex when the brand suggested you need to shampoo wash before use. k18 is way less time consuming!
Great video, as always! Can you do a review on Kevin Murphy washes/rinses? I'm curious to hear your thoughts on both the repair and young again lines (dealing with serious bleach damage), and if they are worth the price.
I've been a stylist for 23 years. An educator for 16. The professional retail model used to be manufacturer>stylist>client. Now these companies market more than ever direct to consumer, and due to online shopping clients have more access to products they have no idea how to use. A client of mine told me it was cheaper online for her to buy a liter of a certain Keratin treatment than to have me do it. She made a mess of her hair. Support small brands, support brands that are committed to being pro only. Sadly there's less and less of them.
That’s exactly what happened to me I purchased Olaplex 3 off Amazon and used 2 times and my hair was knotted and broke off so I returned it, I don’t think any less of the brand but I was surprised at the small amount for the $$$
I bought all of my Olaplex from Sephora and lost sooo much hair (and NEVER had this problem before). Stopped using it & my hair started growing back. Could be coincidence but I tossed all of my Olaplex products & never looking back!
Did you actually lose hair or did you have a feeling your hair is thinner? Another lady commented her hair felt a lot thinner, but she didn't actually lose the hair.
Same! The shampoo and conditioner ruined my hair and I could not figure out what was happening.
@@colap3848 I think it was the shampoo and conditioner too!
@@LL-wu5ui actually lost it. I’ve always had full, thick, long hair & it was falling out in clumps! Thankfully it’s growing back in now but I have wild crazy baby hairs everywhere lol
Nobody is going to believe you unfortunately. I keep finding time after time and video after video (even Dr Dray) defending all these products and pretty much saying these people are doing something wrong or have a different problem unrelated to the product
Used Olaplex shampoo, conditioner and #3. Nothing weird happened but not ideal for my fine hair. I learned that some high end brands on Amazon may be authentic but past shelf life or improperly stored.. Resellers buy up this iffy inventory and sell on sites like eBay, Amazon, Poshmark etc. So I buy from Ulta or Sephora.
I used the Olaplex entire system for years with only minimal results. Started using K18 and the Redken AcidicBonding system and my hair breakage completely stopped. I wish I could get back money for the 8 product line Olaplex system I have
I purchased Olaplex from a professional Hair & beauty suppliers so definitely genuine, number 2, 4, & 5.. Over a period of 8 months, it caused shedding and thinning. As soon as I stopped using it, the shedding slowed RIGHT down. I will never use it again. I am considering trying the Redken bond repair products, but not sure yet
I'm having the same experience 😔
I was questioning if it was Olaplex, but I swear my hair is shedding and breaking more since using it. I'm confused if I should continue wear it or not...
@@martasoares5399 stop using it for a month and see if anything changes. I noticed a difference almost immediately
I used Olaplex on my friend and his hair did fall out. I'm not sure what happened, but the amount of hair fall in the shower was crazy. We were trying to recover his hair because he'd used a conditioner months before that also made his hair fall out. I purchased my Olaplex products at both Sephora and Ulta. I've used it on myself and didn't see too much of a difference on my own hair but my friend and I have very different textures. Mine being kinkier, his being basically straight, maybe a slight wave. He did a protein treatment on his hair recently with Aphogee and it made such an improvement.
If this is a repeated occurrence for your friend with different products, it might not be the products. 😬 He might need to get some blood work done and also see a dermatologist who specializes in scalp health.
@@bklynbutters13 He did go to a derm, they said there was nothing they could see that was wrong with him. I fully believe it was those two products. He's used other things with no troubles
@@cockyretrospect4085 maybe he is allergic to something in the product? That's the only thing I can think of
@@cockyretrospect4085 Did he also experience scalp irritation when using those products? I only ask because if there were no felt scalp irritation or visible scalp irritation, it's unlikely that a topical is at fault as it would irritate the surface of the skin before getting into the hair follicle to damage it (ie produce hair shedding).
@@Andrea-dm4gd Could be! But yea, it does show it can for sure have an adverse effect on some people's hair. It's not for everyone, no product is.
Hi Abbey, Hearing of lawsuits against a brand is scary for what consumers it says its doing to there hair. I don't think purchasing any of these products is worth it because for the size of the bottle you get is quite expensive for that amount. Have a lovely weekend 💕!
It is not scary. There are a lot of snowflakes out there these days.
Anyone can file a lawsuit against anything, that alone proves nothing.
@@MakeUpTraffic wow.
Love your video xx Agree 100%
I have very damaged dry thick hair mainly from bleaching and never really took consideration into what products I should have been using when I really needed good products ages ago but after watching like all your videos I found mixing the 2 brands works for me, the k18 detox shampoo and then the olaplex moisture mask after to be a very good combination after doing the 6 consecutive washes with the k18 treatment they are my go to combo.
Olaplex has worked wonders for me
Your reviews are honestly my holy grail haha 😂❤
Why does Olaplex destroy some peoples hair and yet fix others?…
After watching this video, my opinion is that based on some of the questions, clearly people are not using the products correctly. Also, we all have different hair types and chemistry. Hair and skin will react differently for anything you put on it from lotion to makeup, hair products ect. Just like I can’t use bath and body lotion. I break out. Other people don’t. That does not mean that bath and body lotions are bad.
I have thin fine hair. I have been using Olaplex for over 3 years. I use the products as directed. I have had NO problems. And knowing my hair, if anyone’s hair should have fallen out it would be mine! And it didn’t. It precisely did the opposite. It has helped me grow out my hair and loose a heck of alot less! We all naturally shed hair, so don’t confuse that with hair loss. Olaplex has been a wonderful product for me. Just like maybe bath and body lotion is great for you. No need for law suits and hype over something that was probably misused in the first place!
THe problem is no one is sure how to use it - you find contradictory information even on their website
I agree with both of you! I also feel that if this “special bonding” ingredient is “so finicky” - chemists shouldn’t have formulated a product with it knowing full well not everyone would use the products the “right way.” I haven’t had issues using Olaplex but I did have a baby and am having a lot of pp hair loss! I feel like it has more to do with that than the products.
@@LL-wu5ui yes, this! The directions on Olaplex's website vs. the bottle of no.3 I have don't match each other and neither one matches the directions I got when I took Olaplex's quiz last year. And Abbey highlights the different recommendations for how often to use their products! I genuinely don't know what people mean when they say they "use as directed" because Olaplex can't seem to decide what the directions are.
@@kathleen1697 it shouldn't be so easy to misuse an over the counter product. And if Olaplex can't even get their act together on how to use their own product, how can we trust them at all?
Thanks Abbey, ur vids have seriously saved my hair. I have fine hair and olaplex no.3 did well in my hair, I used it every second wash. But when I saw u recommended k18 I moved to that. Both did well at reducing damage (I had extremely damaged bleached hair).
Olaplex saved my hair and i will never ever go back to anything else. I used Kerastase for more than a decade and its good but Olaplex made an insane difference for my hair!!!
Could fake products contain protein instead and that will make the hair go worse? My experience with Olaplex is that it really is great.
I wouldn’t worry about using K18 and Olaplex together, I’ve been doing it for a while and it’s fine. I have a hard time imagining that K18’s peptide will interact with the bis-aminopropyl that much differently than how it interacts with the amino acids and proteins common in many hair care products.
True. There's no chemical interaction between the two 😊
Would you do an updated version of your weekly hair routine and how you style it? I need tools suggestions but I cannot afford the Dyson... Thanks ❤️
GREAT point about #0. I remember that vid! ❤
Same with counterfeit products- stuff goes viral and everyone’s scared to use!
I had no idea about different kinds of products (luxury, etc) on Amazon.
YES! I always use Purology prior to Olaplex; I love the #8 Mask. I only wash once/ week so I Olaplex about once/ 8 weeks… but my hair is pretty healthy.
A+ Abby
On my very damaged hair I use no 3 every wash, a couple of times a week. No damage, only slow steady improvement and hair length slowly increasing. Also use no 0 a couple of times a month.
I swear my hair is falling more since I started using Olaplex! And I follow all of Abbey recommendations for using the products. I'm so unsure if I should continue to use it... :s
But disclaimer - I don't blame the brand, I just think it doesn't work for me.
It’s funny I have never used it the way that they said. I always put Number 0 in a spray bottle and I used it after washing my hair. The results that O got were amazing. My stylist/analyst brain was not agreeing with their explanation of how to use the product that being said. It is the only thing I used from them now. I prefer Epres and K-18.
If it’s not tested for safety when it’s dispensed in a spray they cannot recommend you put it in a spray bottle. They probably just had to get data on the safety of it being dispensed that way, and this does not indicate a formula change.
Comparing the ingredients would be a much better indication.
I still use it and nothing has happened to my hair. My hair has gotten healthier. I do follow instructions anytime I use any products. 😊
Olaplex shampoo and conditioner are great IMO, but you need less than normal and it needs to be rinsed out well. They are heavy, though, so usually I only use no3. I also use K18.
Olaplex made my curly hair super dry. Unfortunately never gonna buy it again, cause i bought it to repair my damaged hair but it only made it worse
Curlsmith has a nice bond salve that has a nice balance of protein and moisture. It has helped my wavy/curly hair maintain structure and overall hair health.
I have used Olaplex, K18, Express, Living Proof and Curlsmith.. not one has done a thing to help my hair.
Also the number 0 is in a spray bottle but it not are airborne. it literally comes out the same way.. it's a stream.. not a spray
Actually they're the reason I still have hair after going from 10years of black box colour to platinum.
Thank you for getting straight to the point on every question! This was so informational! 👏👏👏
The only fault that I see in olaplex is that they never properly explained which products you should never ever combine with olaplex and for whom those products actually are.
I bet must people don’t even know that combining olaplex with products that contain Keratin or similar proteins is a shortcut to severe breakage, or that olaplex 3,4 and 5 mostly repair but don’t hydrate.
My mother has been bleaching her hair for years and Olaplex no.7 (oil) is her absolute favorite product! She doesn’t use no.3 or their shampoo, because no.6 and 7 is enough for her to maintain a healthy look of her hair, so I guess her scalp is not in danger🤷♀️
mark anthony recently came out with a bond repair line at the drugstore!! i would love to hear your opinion and thoughts on the line; i recently tried the hair mask from that line and i really liked how it made my hair feel but that doesn’t mean it’s effective so i would love to hear your take on it! 🥰
I heard people test makeup from Amazon that had poop and I watched a video where the name was misspelled when she received it and I had a patient die from buying what they thought was a supplement
I’ve used Olaplex and it didn’t do anything for me. However, I’ve used Nexxus with protein and that works wonders on my bleached hair. I’m not mad about it because it’s fraction of the price. I also use Aphogee and that also works wonders awesome. It’s a protein treatment. Works awesome on damaged hair. Having said that my hair does well with protein probably because it’s bleached. My hair is long and soft and shiny
I bought the whole system when Ulta first started carrying it. Shampoo, conditioner, number 0 spray and 3. I never saw a drastic difference in my hair, which WAS damaged from bleach. But then I noticed a ton of hair shedding and the overall texture of my hair felt worse. I didn’t use Olaplex shampoo every wash day, so it took a while for me to make the connection. I ended up doing some internet research on why my hair was falling out and found lots of women with fine curly hair had the same hair loss and texture issues from the set. Ended up throwing the rest of the Olaplex away and my hair went back to normal after a few months. Will never use Olaplex again, but K18 is fabulous (so far…)
Play for play this is exactly what happened to my hair! I guess I just need to make the switch to K18
Why exacly did you expect a texture change if its a bond builder?
@@suides4810 I expected stronger hair. Instead, it became brittle and dry.
@@IslandVibez_Virgo K18 is expensive but worth it for me. I noticed softer, healthier feeling hair after the second or third use. It’s been about 8 weeks and I’m still on my first bottle, so it lasts quite a while.
Spray bottle products, I spray into hands and apply that way to work it in better instead of just spraying all over.
I've been an Olaplex No 3 user for about 2 years now (haven't tried any other products from them). I've never applied it to my scalp, just the mid section and the ends. I found that it works best on shampooed hair and waiting 45+ min before washing it out (10-15 min just didn't give the same results). My hair just feels stronger and looks more sleek. But I don't rely on it for softness or shine, I use conditioner for that. Lately I've been wanting to try K18 purely for the reason that it's a leave in. The 45 min waiting period is getting pretty tiring...
I love olaplex though , and made my hair stronger, longer , thank goodness
Hey Abbey, Im a subscriber and I am so very happy to have seen this video. I had been using the number 0 and number 3 once a week for about a year and then I began to notice numbness on certain parts of my scalp. I also began to notice some hair breakage which shocked me because this had never happened before. For a moment there I thought I ha long covid! Anyway I immediately stopped using them and the feeling to my scalp came back after a few weeks. I still use the shampoo and conditioner 2X a week but lately I also noticed some breakage. I am mow switching to Metal DX and hope my hair goes back to normal. Thanks for the video. Big hug from Switzerland!
Would you review on DRYBAR shampoo or GROW GORGEOUS one ???