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Is OLAPLEX safe to use on Hair Extensions?

Hair extensions were put on this Earth to take you take to the next level and give you that glam feeling again, so how do you keep them from looking like they’re hanging on by a thread? In this week’s blog I will explain the different OLAPLEX treatments that you can use at home on your natural hair & hair extensions.

Slay Hair Extensions

9/26/20233 min read

The first step to keeping your hair extensions fresh, is following the number one golden rule. The rule is, to treat your hair extensions as if they were your own hair and at the same time help nurse your own hair back to health with OLAPLEX. It’s a win, win if you ask me, giving your hair extensions some TLC with OLAPLEX. I’ve heard some amazing feedback from those with extensions, on how much longer they will last by keeping them healthy with OLAPlEX but dose the cost of OPLPIEX save you money in the long run from buying new hair extensions sooner?

What Olaplex products can you use at home?

Olaplex No.0 Intensive Bond Builder (RRP £28) is a hair treatment that boosts the efficiency of Olaplex No.3, for a deeper repair whilst strengthening and protecting the hair. Would Slay recommend this buy? Basically, you can take it or leave it. If you’re watching the pennies, I feel that this would not be an essential buy in my option but I’ll let you be the decider.

Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector (RRP £26) is not a conditioner, but a pre-shampoo treatment using the patented bond technology, to repair and strengthen the hair from the inside out. Would Slay recommend this buy? Yes, I use this myself and a big fan one for the basket.

Olaplex No.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo (RRP £26) is a shampoo that repairs and protects, by re-linking broken bonds, whilst hydrating and nourishing the hair. Would Slay recommend this buy? Yes, I use this myself and a big fan one for the basket.

Olaplex No.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner (RRP £26) works in the same way as the shampoo does, by protecting, repairing, hydrating and nourishing the hair. Would Slay recommend this buy? Yes, I use this myself and a big fan one for the basket.

Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother (RRP £28) is a highly concentrated leave-in cream that smooths, conditions and protects the hair, whilst also reducing frizz and flyaways for up to 72 hours. Would Slay recommend this buy? Basically, you can take it or leave it. If you’re watching the pennies, I feel that this would not be an essential buy in my option but I’ll let you be the decider.

Olaplex No.7 Bonding Oil (RRP £26) is a repairing, lightweight, leave-in oil that smooths and softens the hair, whilst also protecting it from heat damage, up to 230℃.Would Slay recommend this buy? Yes, I use this myself and a big fan one for the basket.

Olaplex No.8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask (RRP £28) is a highly concentrated and highly moisturising leave-in hair mask that leaves the hair feeling effortlessly weightless, soft and healthy. Would Slay recommend this buy? Yes, I use this myself and a big fan one for the basket.

Olaplex No.9 Bond Perfector Nourishing Hair Serum (RRP £28) is a silicone-free antioxidant hair serum that coats the hair and protects it from pollution and heat damage (up to 230℃). It also reduces static and tangles, whilst increasing shine. Would Slay recommend this buy? Yes, I use this myself and a big fan one for the basket.


What are the pros and cons of using Olaplex?

As with anything, there are certain pros and cons to using the Olaplex system and you should always consider these before investing, especially if you are on a tighter budget.

Pros

  • Suitable For All Hair Types

  • Only Need To Use A Small Amount - Lasts A Long Time

  • Large Range Of Products To Suit Almost All Hair Needs

  • Cruelty-Free, Vegan And Colour-Safe

  • Repairs And Strengthens Hair

Cons

  • Can Become Quite Expensive

  • Cannot Purchase Easily - Only Specialist Retailers Stock It

  • Not All Products Are Available To The General Public

  • Needs Multiple Steps For Best Results

  • Products Need To Be Left On Hair For Certain Amount Of Time - Can Take A While To Do

Do I think Olaplex is worth the hype?

Absolutely! Just see the results for yourself but remember, you do not need to purchase all the products in the Olaplex system for them to work on your hair extensions. However, Olaplex claim that you will get better results with more products you choose to use. Slay recommend choosing products that work best for your natural hair type and extension.