Olaplex No.3 Review In 2022

Let’s Talk About Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector:

So you’re probably here looking for the Olaplex product that put Olaplex on the map. The legendary treatment that repairs and restores extremely damaged hair on a molecular level. It is the at-home treatment that Olaplex is best known for.

But for those who’ve probably heard of Olaplex no.3 but are not really too sure what it is, Olaplex no. 3 is an intensive at-home treatment weekly at-home treatment that works to repair the broken bonds within the hair follicles.

It contains the same ingredients as Olaplex No 1 and 2 and which are used by professionals for serious damage repair.

It is a conditioning treatment that works as an in-between salon treatment to help repair the bonds in your hair at home to help repair and restore compromised hair but can be used on all hair types. Many people use it on damaged hair alongside Olaplex No. 0.

So whether you have bleached hair, damaged hair, or hair that needs a bit of TLC, the Olaplex Hair Perfector is a concentrated treatment used to deeply repair and strengthen hair from within. It is free of silicones, so also safe to use on any hair type.

At first glance, this treatment is an award-winning, deeply restorative that uses impressive bond-building technology to offer results that other brands are missing. There’s no wonder why it is bossing the market.

So let’s kickstart this review with the full rundown of the Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector and why it should be a staple in your routine.

How Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector Works:

So what is Olaplex No.3, and how does it work? Is it worth buying? Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector uses ingredients from both no.1 and 2 but as an at-home treatment.

It was designed to be used in between chemical and color treatments to help prevent and repair damage caused by chemical treatments such as bleaching.

It is a weekly at-home treatment that reduces breakage and visibly strengthens hair to improve the look and feel of all hair types. It is recommended to be used once or twice a week (depending on the condition of the hair) on damp hair from roots to ends.

It works to maintain strength, restore internal strength, structure, integrity, softness, and shine to your hair. Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector uses a single molecule, free of silicones and oils, to dramatically improve hair strength and protect it from within.

Their patented system noticeably repairs extreme damage to hair; it turns dry, brittle hair into soft, shiny, and more resilient hair. It provides structural repair from within.

Our hair is made up of keratin fibers that are held together by bonds, most specifically disulfide bonds. Whenever you mess with your natural color, whether it is bleaching or over-styling, this can mess with these bonds and cause them to break.

Olaplex No. 3 works to repair bonds by speeding up the bonding process, so the hair reconnects to a single oxygen molecule rather than three oxygen molecules. In layman’s terms, it repairs bonding in the hair.

For the ultimate bonding treatment, you can use Olaplex No. 3 and No. 0 together; they make the perfect pair for repairing extremely damaged bonds. It uses Olaplex Bond Building Chemistry to help revive dry and damaged hair.

Olaplex No. 0 preps the hair for intense repair, which boosts the benefits of the No.3. This dynamic duo works together to give your hair the most powerful at-home treatment.

Check out my full guide on how to use Olaplex 0 and 3 together here.

All in all, the key benefits of Olaplex No.3 are that it strengthens and repairs hair structure, restores health and texture, maintains strength and integrity while reducing breakage. It can be used weekly or with no. 0 for a drastic difference.

Benefits Of Olaplex No. 3: 

 Using Olaplex No.3 and using the Olaplex range, in general, comes with many benefits for your hair; since it repairs bonds, it is extremely beneficial for reviving extremely brittle and damaged hair.

But while it may be a lifesaver, it is not a complete miracle worker. Sometimes our damaged strands are too far past repair, and you need to brace the chop, then follow with hair masks and Olaplex treatments to restore the strength of the hair again.

So let’s talk about some of the benefits of using Olaplex No.3 on your hair.

 Repairs Hair From The Inside Out:

The main ingredient, “Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate,” works to repair the broken disulfide bonds in our hair.

Instead of letting the broken hair strands connect to three oxygen molecules that cause damage, it helps heal the hair before this can happen. This will help restore your hair strands and works to strengthen your hair.

Their patented Olaplex Bond Building Technology works on a molecular level; the “Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate” dramatically improves hair strength, protects from within, and offers immediate results.

Olaplex is also capable of taming and restoring damaged hair and split ends using this molecular technology to link broken bonds and reduce split ends. Frizzy hair is also an indicator of damage as the cuticle is rough and damaged.

So as your hair starts to repair after using this treatment, you might also notice that your frizz is much better, and hair is much more manageable as it repairs the bonds, smooths the cuticle, and leaves hair soft and smooth.

No joke, my hair felt as smooth as silk.

Olaplex No.3 also works to protect and repair hair from mechanical damage caused by tugging your hair with the hairbrush or using a cotton towel to dry your hair. It works to repair damaged bonds within the damaged locks and then strengthens the hair to prevent these bonds from breaking again.

That being said, you should switch to a shower brush or tangle teaser when brushing wet hair and switch to a microfiber towel instead to protect your hair further. These small changes will make a world of difference.

Protects Hair From From Chemical Damage:

Many hairstylists offer Olaplex in their salon treatments. Many stylists use No.1 and No.2 in their bleach and chemical treatments as it works to repair bonds from within. Olaplex No.3 takes the best qualities from No 1 and 2 but in an at-home treatment.

When used alongside No. 0, it can mimic the salon No 1 and 2 treatment but in a less intense version, suitable for at-home use.

Olaplex works wonders for repairing damaged hair caused by hair color or bleach; it is the ultimate breakage insurance. Olaplex hair treatments make a noticeable difference in repairing broken disulfide bonds caused by chemical, thermal, environmental, and mechanical damage.

Smooths, Adds Shine & Nourishes Dry Hair:

Many people know this as the “Olaplex Shine,” which is a type of shine that occurs when the hair is well and truly healthy and not packed with oils and shine serums to make it that way.

Olaplex offers shine from the inside out.

Treating the hair with Olaplex rebuilds the bonds in the hair internally, making it stronger than ever before and every time. Olaplex uses patented technology that improves the health of your hair. Olaplex works to permanently rebuild broken bonds; the key to healthy hair is stronger bonds.

It will mean that your hair color will last longer and look more luscious for longer.

Protects Hair From UV and Environmental Damage:

So when summer comes around, we always reach for our SPF for our skin, but what about our hair? Many of us often forget that our hair needs protecting just as much as our skin.

Our hair is not only damaged by chemicals and heat tools but is also prone to damage from environmental factors such as UV rays, wind, swimming in a chlorinated pool, and extreme weather changes.

Olaplex works wonders for protecting your hair.

For starters, Olaplex numbers three and two are known to protect hair from harsh chemicals. Since Olaplex No.2 is for professional use only, you can make the most out of the no. 3 by dampening down your hair and applying it to the ends before a swim.

This will help prevent the harsh chemicals and chlorine from being absorbed into your hair while you’re in the water. Then once you’ve finished your swim, hop in the shower and wash and deep condition (I recommend Olaplex no.8 for this), and then you’ll be left with healthy and shiny hair!

What about wind and UV protection, though?

Well, whether you’re sunbathing on the beach, beside a pool, or catching a cool ride in a convertible or motorcycle, wind and UV rays can cause all kinds of damage to your hair. It breaks the bonds within your hair, causing straight-up damage to the cuticle.

The best way to help this is to use Olaplex No.3 once a week to repair the existing damage.

So while Olaplex No. 3 doesn’t specifically protect your hair from UV rays, it can help reverse the damage caused by these harsh rays. Olaplex No.3 can help repair mechanical, thermal, chemical, and environmental damage.

But prevention is always better than a cure, so make sure you use Olaplex’s No. 7 to protect your hair from the harsh UV rays, it is super lightweight, and you won’t even notice it on your hair. It’s really worth the investment!

Protects Hair From Heat Damage:

We all love styling our hair; there’s nothing better than a bouncy blowout with curls on the ends, but styling our hair on the day to day has a real toll on our hair. Olaplex No. 3 helps repair the bonds within your hair to strengthen hair and repair the existing damage of the broken disulfide bonds.

However, Olaplex no.3 itself is not a heat protectant, so make sure to invest in Olaplex No. 7 to protect those luscious locks; it protects hair up to 230ºc! Olaplex will repair the existing damage and restore your hair to its former glory.

Using Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector regularly will transform your hair, especially if you have bleached hair. Just apply before washing and keep up with regular trims, and there’s no reason why you can’t have bleached and healthy hair!

Why We Love Olaplex No. 3 At Beautists:

We at Beautists absolutely love Olaplex No.3, and for many of us, it is a staple in our hair care routine. As a stylist myself, I always recommend Olaplex No.3 at home for in-between salon treatments to maintain the health of the hair.

There are so many brilliant qualities that Olaplex No. 3 has to offer, such as having the best qualities of Olaplex No 1 and 2 packed into one bottle, it working on a molecular level to repair disulfide bonds, it smoothing and deeply repairing hair.

Even if you don’t use the rest of the Olaplex range, using the Olaplex No. 3 overnight is a great way to keep your hair in the best condition possible. Check out my article on “How To Use Olaplex 3” for the best way to use this legendary product.

It’s a YES from us at Beautists!