OLAPLEX reviews and discussion

4.1

77% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Transformative bond-repair technology
  • Highly concentrated, efficient formulas
  • Salon-fresh, clean fragrance
  • Standout purple toning performance
  • Occasional drying shampoo texture
  • Heavy residue on fine hair
  • Purple pigment staining risk
  • Inconsistent long-term results

OLAPLEX delivers noticeable repair and shine for many—especially bleached and color‑treated hair—with standouts like No. 3 Hair Perfector, No. 6 Bond Smoother, No. 7 Bonding Oil, and the 4P Purple Shampoo frequently praised in reviews. However, reviews also flag drawbacks: some experience dryness, heaviness or greasiness, residue, overly strong toning or staining from purple products, mixed or short‑lived results, and concerns about overuse or sensitivity, making OLAPLEX effective but not universally foolproof.

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1,780 reviews and posts

  • No my favorite hair products. I just don't feel like it does as much as it claims. To be fair I do have extremely dry hair with no color or heat ever on it.

  • Use it on my clients!

  • Okay, so let's talk about OLAPLEX. If you've put your hair through the wringer with bleach, dye, or just general styling madness, this stuff is like a miracle worker. I mean, seriously, I've tried a ton of different hair products, but OLAPLEX stands out. It's not just your average conditioner or treatment. It's like the superhero of hair care. You know when your hair feels like straw after a color session? OLAPLEX swoops in and saves the day. What I love about it is that it's not just about making your hair look better. It actually repairs the bonds in your hair, so it's stronger and healthier from the inside out. And let me tell you, you can feel the difference. I've been using it for a while now, and my hair has never looked better. It's smoother, shinier, and feels so much stronger. Plus, it's super easy to use. Just slap it on after shampooing, leave it for a bit, and rinse. Easy peasy. Now, I will say, it's not the cheapest product out there. But honestly, when you see the results, it's worth every penny. So if you're dealing with some serious hair damage, do yourself a favor and give OLAPLEX a try. Your locks will thank you.

    Customer
  • love it works great and leaves my hair soft

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  • Olaplex makes good hair products. I think you need to be matches with the one that is right for your hair. It left my hair heavy and I tried it several times. It’s easy to access, but the price could be a little lower.

  • I’m still undecided about this product. It’s not bad, but for the price I expected better. Probably it’s my hair, but the price to size of product comparison on this product does mot impress when compared to other products.

    Saw it in store
  • I absolutely love this brand, it has helped my hair soo much! I use their hair oil and conditioner on a weekly basis and could not recommend it more!

    No relationship
  • I’m a fan of the No7 Bonding Oil, it’s a small bottle but lasts a long time since you need very little each time.

  • The shampoo (no4) and conditioner (no5) has been really good for my dry curly hair. Feels a lot more moisturized and brings out the curls

  • I have been using Olaplex for years. I do genuinely love the product line but find I need to take breaks every few months from the shampoo and conditioner because I notice my hair begins to feel oily. After a break I start up again and it works great until the cycle continues. Would still recommend the line though.

  • I like my olaplex products but i don't feel like they make my hair any better. It works but i don't think i would necessarily buy it again.

  • I love love this product ! I have thinning hair due to menopause aging and this gives me fuller and appears to make it grow !

  • I have tried almost every olaplex product sold, but I truly didn’t like any of them. I have very fine hair and it felt weighed down when I used the shampoo and conditioner as well as the hair oil. I want to love it but I would not buy again. I did like the smell! I wish it would’ve held up to the hype. I know many of my friends do love using Olaplex. Maybe better for thicker haired girlies?

  • Expensive but mostly worth it. I think that some products are better than others (love the conditioner but could skip on the shampoo for example).

  • I've used Olaplex No 3, No.6, No. 5, and the bonding oil and I've loved all of them! I have wavy hair that is completely different textures from the top of my head to the bottom. I've found that Olaplex (especially the oil) has been one of the only products to tame frizzy curls and revive dry ends. It also smells amazing!

  • Works well on damaged hair, but using too often dries your hair out. The oil is great for dry ends.

  • I am a big fan of the Olaplex number 6 leave-in for my thick, coarse, unruly, frizzy, curly hair. I use it both on wet and dry hair but really love it in dry hair that has gotten frizzed and out of control. It smooths out the frizz and brings the style and definition back in a way nothing else has. It is definitely a go to product for me. I have tried all the Olaplex products and they are all nice but I didn’t notice a positive difference in my hair until I tried number 6. This one product was definitely worth the money.

  • What can I say about olaplex besides I love number 3? I use it about once a week at max and it leaves my hair silky smooth and soft. Before using, it was difficult to run my hands through my hair because I have such hard water in my pipes. This made a world of difference, with just an hour a week!

  • Works well for damaged and/or color-treated hair and has a bonus of making your hair super soft. Definitely not for use every day, but maybe once a week.