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So What's the Deal with Olaplex?

So What's the Deal with Olaplex?

You hear about it all the time, this magic potion that fixes everything and takes Kardashian's from black to blonde. It's nothing new (in fact, it's been on the market since 2014), but do you know how it works and what it's made of? Today on the blog we break it all down for you.

WHAT IS OLAPLEX

Olaplex was actually created by accident by Dean Christal, who grew up in the beauty business, when he was trying to create a protective silicone coating for hair to use during chemical treatments. The missing piece in the concoction was an ingredient that could cross link sulphur hydrogen bonds in hair. Once this was added - Olaplex was born! 

One of the fist stylists to try the formula was celebrity colourist Tracy Cunningham. She tried it on Gwyneth Paltrow and Jennifer Lopez the day after she received the product and said she would never colour hair without it again. Dean was making Olaplex in his garage just to fill the demand from Tracy.

HOW DOES IT WORK

Olaplex is a multistep system that works to rebuild broken bonds, repairs, protects, and strengthens hair. It has the ability to turn dry, brittle, and damaged hair into silky, smooth, vibrant hair.

The entire Olaplex line consists of 7 products that all work together to protect the health and integrity of your hair. The first 2 steps of the system are an in salon service and can be applied as a stand alone treatment or can be added to any colour service. The other 5 products are take home products that prolong the life of those newly rebuilt bonds!

PRODUCT BREAKDOWN

No. 1 - Bond Multiplier - In Salon

This concentrated first salon step rebuilds broken disulfide bonds and begins the process of preventing damage and repairing hair. This can be used on it's own or added to colour, lightener or other chemical services. 

Service Price $65
Add On to Colour Service $30
*Service includes both No. 1 & No. 2

No. 2 - Bond Perfector - In Salon

The second salon step continues to rebuild and restore any remaining broken bonds ensuring the strongest, shiniest, and healthiest hair possible. It is applied after the colour or chemical treatment is rinsed out. 

Service Price $65
Add On to Colour Service $30
*Service includes both No. 1 & No. 2

No. 3 - Hair Perfector 

No. 3 is not a conditioner, it’s an at-home treatment that reduces breakage and visibly strengthens hair, improving its look and feel. It is to be used once a week between colour or chemical treatments. 

Price $36

No. 4 - Bond Maintenance Shampoo 

Protects and repairs damaged hair, split ends and frizz by re-linking broken bonds. A highly-moisturizing, reparative shampoo that leaves hair easy to manage, shiny and healthier with each use.

Price $36

No. 5 - Bond Maintenance Conditioner 

 

Protects and repairs damaged hair, split ends and frizz by re-linking broken bonds. A highly-moisturizing, reparative conditioner for all hair types that leaves hair easy to manage, shiny and healthier with each use. Color-safe. Strengthens & leaves hair stronger than ever.

Price $36

No. 6 - Bond Smoother 

New in 2018, No. 6 is a leave-in reparative styling creme eliminates frizz, hydrates & protects all hair types.

This concentrated leave-in smoothing cream is excellent for all hair types including colored and chemically treated hair. It strengthens, hydrates, moisturizes and speeds up blow-dry times while smoothing. Bond Smoother eliminates frizz and flyaways for up to 72 hours.

Price $36

No. 7 - Bonding Oil 

 

New in 2018, No. 7 is a highly-concentrated, weightless reparative styling oil. Dramatically increase shine, softness, and color vibrancy. Minimizes fly-aways and frizz. Provides heat protection of up to 450°.

Price $36

All Olaplex products are available in the salon and in our online store here.

For the month of January we are offering 10% off all Olaplex products. Use code QALIPLEX at checkout! We know you'll love your healthy new hair!

 

xo Janelle

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