How To Utilise Olaplex Pro In Your Salon

Whether you've seen it on social media or heard another hairdresser raving about it, eveyone is aware of the hype surrounding Olaplex. Since their launch in 2014, with one key ingredient that changed it all, Olaplex has taken the hair industry by storm. Known as the “invention”, the discovery of a single ingredient  not only changed what’s possible for hair in salons and at home, it pioneered a completely new category in haircare called “bond building.” 

While this trending brand is 100% worth the hype it is important to understand how to utilise Olaplex Pro products in your salon. With endless amounts of services from beard treatments to colour application, you don't want to miss out on offering new, exciting treatments and services to your clients. 

The 'Invention'

Olaplex is a patented bond-building technology that works on a molecular level to repair all hair types. Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate, a unique single molecule, quickly and effectively restores broken bonds, promoting healthy hair. This active ingredient is included in every Olaplex product, providing each one with powerful reparative and protective properties. 

What is Olaplex Pro? 

Olaplex offer products that are suitable for professional use only, that work in harmony to personalise your in-salon experience. Creating a clean canvas for achieving optimal results from chemical services and target specific concerns such as repair, protection against damage, dryness, and dullness, for stronger, shinier, and healthier hair.  

 Broad Spectrum Chelating Treatment is a pre-service treatment that deeply cleans hair and removes a wide range of impurities without stripping it of moisture and essential proteins. An essential corrective step for clients with build-up from hard water, well water and more, to prep for chemical services.

A surfactant-free, ultra-potent broad spectrum chelating blend with Vitamin C-rich Kakadu Plum Extract to penetrate down to the cortex and purify hair by removing stubborn buildup as if refreshes soothes the scalp. So what does a Chelating routine look like at the salon?

1. Pre cleanse hair with Olaplex 4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo and rinse thoroughly.
2. Apply to hair in sections, saturating evenly. Leave on hair for 15-30 minutes. For more intense results Add heat or extend time of application.
3. Rinse thoroughly then shampoo with Olaplex No.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo for best results.

No mixing means no wasted prep time or wasted product and ensures consistent, reliable results from every application.12-15 easy applications per bottle. 

No.1 Bond Multiplier and No.2 Bond Perfector. Powered by patented Olaplex Bond Building Technology, this highly concentrated in-salon treatment system permanently rebuilds disulfide bonds and mitigates damage for stronger, shinier, healthier-looking hair.  Avaliable to buy in Olaplex Salon Intro Kit  and Olaplex Stylist Kit.  

The No.1 Bond Multiplier can be used to enrich multiple chemical services such as, Colour Application, Lightener Application, and Permanent Wave Application. This treatment will prevent and repair damage, reduce porosity and increase color longevity.

How to use Olaplex No.1 Bond Multiplier in your color:
1. Mix colour and developer together.

For 2oz (60ml) or more of colour (not including developer), add 1/16oz (1.875ml) Olaplex No.1.

For less than 2oz (60ml) of colour (not including developer), add 1/32oz (1ml) Olaplex No.1.

2. Use the attached dosing dispenser to measure the correct amount of Olaplex needed.

3. Add Olaplex to your pre-mixed colour and mix thoroughly.

4. Apply and process as normal. Rinse or shampoo and apply a generous amount of Olaplex No.2 Bond Perfector. Comb through and leave on for a minimum of 10-20 minutes. Rinse, shampoo and condition.

Pro Tip: Use dosing dispenser to measure correct amount of No.1 and add to 3 oz. water in a non-spraying applicator bottle for Olaplex Stand-Alone Treament

Although No.1 can be directly mixed into your usual service, both No.1 and No.2 are compatible with all color lines and types of color including Semi, Demi, Permanent, High-Lift, Oil-Based, Glosses and Toners. No.2 should be added to these services as a quick and easy 10 minute treatment to strengthen hair.  

Pro Tip: Utilise Olaplex No.2 for mini treatments such as addition repair, cutting lotion, protecion and beard treatments. 

The Olaplex 4-In-1 Moisture Mask brings a new professional strength treatment, unique to the salon. Infused with elevated levels of ceramides, oils and amino acids for a luxurious post chemical moisture service. The formula has been created to address the needs of all clients, it is suitable for treating all hair types and textures, especially those with severe dryness and damage. Time is of the essence in a busy salon so save time by utilising this 4-in-1 treatment:

1. Apply 1-3 pumps to freshly washed hair.
2. Work into fragile ends by detangling with your fingers.
3. Comb through & let process for 10 minutes. 
4. Rinse thoroughly & style as desired.

Pro Tip: Can be used after all professional chemical services & treatments. For the most intense repair, apply after performing OLAPLEX Stand-Alone Treatment.

Olaplex At-Home 

Olaplex at home is the perfect way for you clients maintain that salon finish at home. With products to treat maintain and protect this range covers all types and conditions. Therefore it is key that you utilise this retail range and reccomend the right products to the right clients to ensure maximum repair and hair health. 

See the full Olaplex At-Home Range here!