OLAPLEX reviews and discussion

4.1

77% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Noticeable bond-repair performance
  • Shine-boosting lightweight oil
  • Salon-fresh purple toning
  • Frizz-smoothing leave-in cream
  • Potential drying shampoo effects
  • Heavy, greasy feel on fine hair
  • Short-lived treatment results
  • Strong pigment staining risk

OLAPLEX earns polarized reviews: many report visibly stronger, smoother, shinier hair—especially with No.3 Hair Perfector, No.6 Bond Smoother, No.7 Bonding Oil, and the 4P Purple Shampoo—while others experience dryness, heaviness, greasiness, or no lasting improvement. Reviews suggest it can work brilliantly for bleached/blonde or damaged hair but may weigh down fine hair and effects may fade without consistent use; some users also mention fragrance concerns and allegations of hair loss or irritation.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

1,778 reviews and posts

  • I really wanted to like this brand because of the tik tok hype for dry hair. However, each product only hydrated my hair minimally compared to my current shampoo, conditioner, and hair treatment. I actually found the scent a little invasive and the actual products leaving my scalp irrated.

  • Holy grail item for me. I have all of the Olaplex steps and I swear that these products have changed the texture and health of my hair. My hair has never been longer or stronger or healthier and I love the fragrance of these products. Will be purchasing forever and ever.

  • Dried out my hair and my scalp. Actually do still love their oil though. Heard better things from my friends who dye their hair.

  • My hair feels so good after using their products. I had bleached my hair a couple of months ago and this was a life saver! It kept my blonde highlights intact and made my hair look luscious.

  • I have tried a variety of olaplex products including the shampoo and conditioner and the viral number 3 hair protector. I noticed my hair feel softer but no significant changes.

  • This is a product I have a LIKE/HATE relationship with. When I very first ever used it, I loved it. Now I just feel like it is so “fine” or works when it wants to.

  • Terrible ingredients that have negative impacts on women's endocrine system. Much more affordable and clean products out there.

  • The best leave in treatment you can ask for! Lightweight but so nourishing. Extremely good quality product - will never use anything other leave in cream again.

  • The shampoo and conditioner made the texture of my hair different. Did not clean my hair and made it greasy.

  • I love this stuff and even my 10 year old daughter takes this out of my shower! The oil is my favorite but a little bit goes a long way!

  • I dye my hair semi regularly and used it for a few months. Didn’t really notice any difference and kind of expensive for fee results

  • I like it, but its super expensive and sometimes leaves my hair feeling greasy. Not sure if that’s just my hair, though.

  • the shampoo lathers really well, and smells amazing. The conditioner is too heavy for my hair, it pulls down my waves, but I will occasionally use it right after swimming in the ocean salt water so it doesn't damage my ends.

  • I've been using Olaplex for several years now. The first time I used their conditioner, I noticed a huge difference in my hair texture - I also had a lot less hair breakage. I have blonde highlights and Olaplex's blonde/bond maintenance range has been one of very few hair treatment ranges that has made a difference to my chemically processed hair. One thing I have to note, is that it is very expensive and I do wish the products came in bigger quantities, but for the most part, the products are worth it. (Their No 6 didn't do much for me, but the rest was great).

  • The best haircare products I have ever tried. The price could be better, make it more attainable. I read that they have a patent on their bonding formula and I believe it. It makes hair strong and the healthiest I have ever seen it.