Olaplex No.3 100ml is a hair treatment designed to restore and strengthen distressed hair by repairing broken bonds. This pre-shampoo bond-building treatment uses Olaplex’s patented Bond Building Technology to reduce breakage, improve hair resilience, and leave your strands healthier and more manageable. Suitable for all hair types, including color-treated hair, it delivers long-lasting strength with a lightweight, non-greasy formula that enhances shine and hydration. The Olaplex No.3 hair treatment is essential for anyone looking to maintain their hair's health and vitality.

Key features of Olaplex No.3 include:

  • Strengthening: Rebuilds hair bonds to reinforce the hair’s structure and minimize breakage over time. This bond-building hair treatment is particularly effective for those with chemically treated hair.
  • Repair: Reconnects damaged bonds for softer, more resilient strands, making it an ideal choice for individuals seeking a hair repair treatment for damaged hair.
  • Pre-Shampoo Performance: Optimizes hair health when applied before washing, amplifying the benefits of shampoo and conditioner. This pre-shampoo hair treatment enhances the overall effectiveness of your hair care routine.
  • Hydration and Shine: Restores moisture balance for a natural-looking luster and smooth feel, ensuring your hair looks vibrant and healthy.
  • All Hair Types: Perfect for every hair texture, including color-treated and chemically processed hair. The Olaplex No.3 hair treatment is versatile and suitable for everyone.

Olaplex No.3 is ideal for people looking to repair damage caused by chemical treatments, heat styling, and environmental exposure. Those with thicker or coarser hair can apply more product and leave it on longer, while individuals with fine or thin hair should use a smaller amount to avoid buildup. For optimal results, use Olaplex No.3 one to two times per week as part of a complete bond-building routine. This bond-building formula is essential for maintaining healthy hair.

How to Use

Start with damp or towel-dried hair. Section your hair and apply Olaplex No.3 from mid-lengths to ends, working the treatment through evenly with your fingers or a comb. Leave it on for 10 minutes; for severely damaged hair, you can extend the treatment up to 90 minutes. Rinse thoroughly, then follow with shampoo and conditioner as usual. For enhanced results, incorporate Olaplex shampoo and conditioner to complete your bond-building hair care system. This pre-shampoo hair treatment is a crucial step in your hair care routine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can Olaplex No.3 be used on all hair types?
A: Yes, it’s suitable for all hair types, including color-treated and chemically processed hair.

Q: How often should I use Olaplex No.3?
A: Use it one to two times per week for best bond repair and hair strengthening results.

Q: Can I leave it on longer than 10 minutes?
A: Yes, you can leave it on for up to 90 minutes for more deeply damaged hair for enhanced repair.

Q: Will Olaplex No.3 weigh down my hair?
A: No, the formula is lightweight and non-greasy, so it won’t leave hair feeling heavy.

Q: Should I use Olaplex No.3 with other Olaplex products?
A: For best results, pair it with Olaplex shampoo and conditioner as part of the full hair care system.

Olaplex No.3 is a professional-grade, sulfate-free, alcohol-free, and paraben-free treatment that delivers salon-quality bond repair and improved hair manageability from the comfort of your home. Restore your hair’s strength and shine today with this must-have bond repair hair product. Incorporating this treatment into your routine will help maintain the health of your hair, especially if you use color protection shampoo and other products designed for color-treated hair.

No.3 works best as part of the complete bond-building system — explore the full Olaplex range in South Africa, or pair it with No.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo and No.5 Conditioner for salon-level results at home.

Specifications

Brand
Olaplex
Size
100ml
Hair concerns
Damaged, Breakage, Weak Hair
Suitable for
All hair types,Damaged,Colored,Split
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Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector is the at-home bond-building treatment that started it all. The original and most iconic Olaplex product — a pre-shampoo or standalone treatment that reconnects broken disulphide bonds deep within the hair cortex, repairing damage from bleach, colour, heat and chemical services.

Best for: all hair types with any degree of damage, breakage or chemical processing wanting the definitive bond repair treatment; use weekly or as needed.
Less suited to: a rinse-out conditioner; a styling product.

Key actives:
- Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate (BADDI) — the patented Olaplex bond-building molecule; cross-links and repairs broken disulphide bonds inside the hair cortex; reduces breakage; strengthens from within

Benefits:
- Reconnects broken hair bonds; reduces breakage
- Stronger, healthier, more resilient hair from the inside out
- Suitable for all hair types; vegan; cruelty-free

How to use: Apply to clean, damp hair. Leave for a minimum of 10 minutes (or longer for extra benefit). Shampoo and condition as usual.

Format: 100ml No.3 Hair Perfector.

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