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.

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1,778 reviews and posts

  • I love this brand, especially the shampoo. The smell is really good and it makes my hair so much healthier.

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    It's very expensive.

  • I am sorry, but I bought into this product because of all the hype. I bought the entire collection from shampoo, conditioner, hair treatments, styling products, etc. After a few weeks, and after visiting my hairdresser, we both noticed my hair was really dry. I used for a couple more weeks, and then ended up throwing everything away because my hair was so dry.

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    Great customer service and quick shipping-

  • I’ve been a fan of Olaplex for as long as I can remember now. I love their shampoo and conditioner and it’s all I use now! I really love the difference it makes in my hair, especially as someone who colors and lightens theirs. I love that these products are available both at the salon and for home use! So convenient! I hope to try more Olaplex products in the near future.

  • I have a few olapex products an oil, leave in conditioner, shampoo, and conditioner. I use the shampoo and conditioner once every other week when I want my hair to feel soft and healthy. The leave in oil is amazing also leaving your hair feeling so soft. The leave in conditioner I also loved.

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    Love everything but I think packaging could improve.

  • This is the only shampoo and conditioner I can use now. My hair has never felt more shiny and healthy. I know everyone has varying opinions on Olaplex but definitely worth a try. It works differently for everyone.

  • Didn’t work for me personally. I know many who swear by it. My finer, straight hair was getting very oily using the shampoo and conditioner

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    Smell is great! Would recommend but not for fine hair

  • The eighth wonder of the world- Olaplex. If you’re new to Olaplex, start with #3, which is a mask that you apply over towel dried hair then shampoo + condition. #3 significantly improved my porous hair when I was bleaching it more frequently. Their shampoo and conditioner are great, as well.

  • I love the No. 3 and No. 6. They have both completely changed the health of my hair after processing and coloring it every few weeks.

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    I just wish the bottles were bigger!

  • Olaplex delivers what promises, restoring damaged and compromised hair. On top of that, they have a wide variety of products for your hair type and concerns. The shampoo and conditioner are best used in conservative amounts because the formulas are super concentrated, definitely not for a regular daily basis use, in my opinion. I absolutely love this brand though, specially the nº7 bonding oil. A little goes a long way! Makes my hair super shiny and smooth! Overall, this brand helps reduce the dryness and brittleness of my hair and It's a must have repurchase everytime.

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    Expensive but definitely worth the money

  • this the best shampoo and conditioner i've ever used. i love bleaching my hair and this maintains it so well.

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    it's expensive, but worth it.

  • I LOVE OLAPLEX. It always saves my hair, whether it's too dry or needs a little love and TLC. They have a wide variety of products for your hair type/concerns, but I have rebought No. 3 MULTIPLE times. It's a staple to have on my shelf year-round.

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    The price tag is worth it.

  • Literally do not use any other hair brand. I have the entire system - including the two pretreatments, shampoo, conditioner, hair mask, leaving in styling cream, and hair oil. Huge fan - my hair is always strong and smooth after a wash. I’ve never had results from other shampoos branded for strengthening. Their bond system does seem to be backed by actual research and innovation. Also - a bottle will last me 6 months. Soooo worth the money.

  • LOVE the blonde enhancer toning shampoo. I leave on for 5 min and it looks very ashy (nice) after.

  • Great products, never been disappointed.

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    Especially love the No. 5 shampoo and conditioner. Hair has never felt better.

  • I use alot of the olaplex products but haven't noticed a difference in my hair.

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    I feel like the shampoo doesn't get super sudsy and it bothers me alot.

  • The shampoo is gentle and olaplex number 3 has smoothed out my hair and made it look a lot shinier and healthier

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    The price is too high for the quantity. The shampoo and conditioner last me 1-2 months at most

  • I use the No 3, No6, and No 7 and they have made my hair incredible. They are well priced and do a lot to change the texture of your hair. I used to wake up with tangles and now my hair stays knot free.

  • I really do Like their products but they aren’t for everyone’s hair! Their products work best for damaged hair but not really meant for long term use in my opinion

  • I have been using Olaplex products for a few months now. I have the Bond oil, their shampoo and conditioner and recently I tried the Blonde Enhancer shampoo. It has changed my hair! The oil significantly improved my split ends and the purple shampoo works wonders on bleached hair. Their products smell amazing and leave your hair shiny and healthy looking!

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    I have been using Olaplex products for a few months now. I have the Bond oil, their shampoo and conditioner and recently I tried the Blonde Enhancer shampoo. It has changed my hair! The oil significantly improved my split ends and the purple shampoo works wonders on bleached hair. Their products smell amazing and leave your hair shiny and healthy looking!