Protein Treatments vs. Olaplex No. 3: How They Work and Which One You Should Buy!

[@henriettazon7292]

This is the best explanation I've heard on broken bonds and bond treatment. Most KZbinrs just say it "repairs the broken bonds in your hair" or "it rebuilds the bonds" without any explaining what bonds even are, leaving some of us even more confused!

[@islandbreezy441]

Because they don't know either🤷‍♀️

[@courtneymaddox2223]

As a biology student I loved hearing you discuss the science behind these treatments! You did great at breaking it down!

[@AlexisKimberlyy]

Courtney Maddox Awww Thank you babe!! This means a lot coming from someone with a science background. Appreciate you ❤️😘

[@grace.4367]

Same 🤗🤗

[@iiammyalashay919]

My hair is color treated (brown /black ) I eat healthy and plant based for the most part I still indulge in ice cream and chips And my environment is average normal spring weather with that being said how often should I do a protein treatment

[@flynnleonel2658]

I dont mean to be offtopic but does someone know of a tool to get back into an Instagram account? I somehow forgot my account password. I appreciate any tips you can offer me.

[@iamsunflower-fu3lk]

@@iiammyalashay919 I love aphoghee 2 step protein treatment, I do that every 4-6 weeks

[@natnathutchins]

You have to get into your OWN maintenance routine! We use both in our house Olaplex is NOT a protein and hair needs protein. My 3 go-tos 1. Marcia tiextera Keratin (every 5 months) 2. Olaplex every two weeks wash or once a month in winter 3. Alpha G as needed every other month or once a month. My daughter LOVES color so she does the Olaplex more often 💕 great info

[@faithhodge2847]

I have extremeeee breakage(dry and brittle natural hair) I’m trying to nurse it back to good health. What do you think a good maintenance routine would be for me?

[@KapQueen]

​@faith hodge I had extreme breakage. I went with design essentials platinum moisture 3 step system. Shampoo Mask and leave in. I've had great results. My hair stopped breaking by about 85% I used to have so much hair come out after paddle brushing. I just need to add the protein treatments now

[@foreverstudent3543]

Great explanations! Could you please explain how to use the Olaplex treatment with the Aphogee protein treatment together. A video demonstration would be nice. Thank you.

[@daciasdiy1861]

Ii don’t know your supposed to use then together ?👀

[@86Kera]

This was very good. Straight to the point and delivered in a none condescending way.

[@sonjag763]

Olaplex info @ 4:58

[@MyNameIsTesh]

your a Godsend

[@sassouusasoo3607]

Thanks 😊

[@kalishajnz]

I have heard a lot about olaplex no 3 but never to the extent that you provided, it was super informative. I use aphogee on a regular basis and I've wanted to try olaplex but just hadn't gotten around to it but I'm definitely going to. Could you do a video showing how you use olaplex within your wash day? Great video

[@monicareynolds1995]

I use Creme of Nature Plex Breakage System. It has a bond mender in it. And the Aphogee 2 step but I add Castro oil to it! These work well with my Tex-lax hair

[@gemruby41]

Olaplex behaves like protein on my hair, so I add moisture after. As far as protein treatments, they should be done as needed not on a schedule. Protein treatments are like medicine for the hair. You don’t take medicine if you’re not sick. I would only use a protein treatment after a chemical service or if your hair needs it. Once the problem is corrected, there is no need to keep adding protein. For example, my shampoo and conditioner has enough protein in small amounts to keep my hair balanced. There is no need for me to add more protein on top of that on a weekly, biweekly, or monthly basis.

[@roxyc.6825]

I agree, but some of us need protein on a monthly basis - my hair definitely does.

[@jones2277]

a protein treatment doesn't "correct" your hair. damaged hair cannot be "corrected." it has to be cut off. a protein treatment is more like a band-aid. it bonds to your hair and temporarily fills the gaps in the damaged hair cuticle. this reduces breakage and helps you to retain length as your hair grows out.. since the treatment is temporary, you do need to be on some sort of regular schedule (every 4 weeks, for example), and you can keep trimming the damaged ends as healthy hair is coming in.

[@brownsuga810]

So when you say use it "when your hair NEEDS it", when is that...what are the indicators? I am battling after effects of covid with serious hair shedding. Nothing really to take medically but I do want to know how to get it through this tough cycle to help with trying to keep it healthy...COMMENTS FROM ALL WELCOMED!!

[@MC-yp5rk]

I just did an aphogee treatment and I'm not sure if it damaged my hair or my hair was already damaged on it's own. All I know if I have alot of breakage at the top of my hair. Help!

[@kalenaglory2483]

@@brownsuga810 Try a tea rinse. Lots of videos on KZbin.

[@tonismith2046]

Protein treaments are not permanent. So repeated use may be need. You are awesome.

[@giabrt]

I tried both and Aphagee really made a big difference olaplex 3 was like just a Normal conditioner

[@angelafouche-whitney3553]

Hi, in what order and how long between treatments?

[@giabrt]

@@angelafouche-whitney3553 yes I will like to know how it works

[@iriswebb1016]

I was a biology and chemistry teacher - great explanation.. I can def use both!, Aphogee lasts about 4 weeks.. So timing is easy. 😊

[@lyndseyganshorn8300]

Can I just say thank you for breaking down all of this. The top of my hair is straight and silky but the underneath side is spiral curls the hair stands are so thick and pours, they break off beyond belief and feel rough. Not one stylist has ever been able to tell me what I need to do for this but I don’t think the people I’ve seen have experience with textured hair. Leave in conditioners etc have done nothing!! It’s so crazy to me that part of my hair is so incredibly healthy, but then the underside is a nightmare I’ve never had any idea what to do with!

[@Beej329]

Omg try Olaplex 3 it’s brilliant x

[@jennyrose9454]

My hair is similar except the waves st the back can get weird too. Very coarse underneath but more sift/ less curls on top. Have you considered a keratin treatment or Cezanne?

[@bearsbeetsbattlestargalactica6]

My hair is like this too, so annoying! I just tried the olaplex 3 tonight and I already love it! I’ve used the aphogee before too

[@maxgermain4408]

Awesome video! Thank you! Excellent explanation of the product differences. Olaplex is the truth! It has improved the health of my hair & decreased shedding. However I only use it once a month as it started to make my new growth too curly and strong.

[@teresaselvy9467]

Thank you Jesus!!!🙌🏽🙌🏽 Sis, you have Blessed me tremendously with this video. I’ve been struggling with my natural hair for 3 yrs now, only to become so frustrated and overwhelmed. I was told about Olaplex about 3 weeks ago and this weekend getting a treatment on my hair. I rate this a 10⭐️ video and so glad I subscribed today. It was like divine intervention this video popped up after I was done praying!!🥰🙌🏽❤️ . Have a Blessed day

[@maxiea8811]

As someone with a bio degree, I love that you know the science. I hate when stylist think they know more than me but they don’t understand the true science and biology of hair nor the chemistry of hair products.

[@Boudicaisback]

I highly recommend Olaplex #0 with #3 along with protein/moisture treatments. Saved my chemically overprocessed hair. Olaplex is the BOMB !!

[@matyilea7858]

Hii, do you first use the olaplex and then moisture your hair in the same day?

[@Boudicaisback]

@@matyilea7858 yes you can do a moisture treatment in the same day i recommend doing it after the olaplex treatment

[@matyilea7858]

Thank u❤️

[@Boudicaisback]

@Huma Shaikh yes

[@reginehof1937]

@@Boudicaisback what is a moisture treatment? Is keratin one?

[@ancestorbackforthelasttime]

Girl yessss, us science and biochem majors are loving your breakdown! Yes to di-sulfide bonds🤗

[@daciasdiy1861]

So we need both . A bond builder and a protein treatment

[@jesustransformandovidasjes2244]

The last video I needed to watch to learn about Olaplex and Protein treatment. You explained very well! Thank you 🙏 Subscribed !

[@BlendedBarbieDoll]

This is the video comparison I’ve been looking for 🙏🏽

[@Flourishingtresses335]

I’m sold next relaxer I’m getting olaplex #3 . Thank you for this video because nobody has explained it like this and now I know my hair needs it

[@angels-st6vg]

You answered all my questions and then some! Love the way you broke it down. Thank you!!

[@TishFergusonBeauty]

This was great. I was trying to figure out my wash day routine today to snap back my curls after color damage. You helped me so much!

[@FullxMoonxMelody]

This is the exact kind of information I needed because I'm buying treatments today! From one Alexis to another, thank yooou❤❤😊

[@fighterflight]

Wow nobody’s ever explained the difference between the 3 treatments like this. So helpful! Now if only I could figure out what is a good protein treatment and what is a good deep moisture treatment. Halp!! I have (had) naturally curly hair that is bleached and the curl pattern is absolutely destroyed. Plus handfuls come out in the shower and it’s pure frizz and pure tangled breakage. Anyone have tips?? 🙏

[@mrod87]

Ummm sounds like u need olaplex and a good deep conditioner…..

[@swisdom9117]

Thank you so much!! I was trying to do so much reading about bong rebuild Er vs protein treatment and you clarified it perfectly.

[@geminidiva4237]

Woiiiiiiii I looooove this content. Phenomenal content.I LOVE ❤ that you did a comparison of aphogee and olaplex.These are two products I have been admiring...

[@ou197]

I use both Olaplex 3 and The Mender - botanika protein treatments along with a deep conditioner before and after installing braids

[@awilliams1889]

Hi. I’m new to Natural Hair Care. I want to provide healthy hair for myself and all my clients. Thanks for sharing this information. It’s very helpful.

[@amber0290]

Literally the best explanation I’ve seen on the two…thank you!

[@tbaby2782]

Great video! Very thorough. Thank you for taking the time to explain protein treatments. Especially between Aphogee and Olapex.

[@sannunkimalama64]

Olaplex products do not rebuild broken bonds, it will strengthen the remaining bonds that are not broken and allow the hair to have time to rebuild itself. It then makes the hair stronger

[@cfoster6804]

Hair doesn't rebuild itself. 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@sannunkimalama64]

@@cfoster6804 I meant that as the bonds that are broken get time to seal or rebond. I would call it rebuilding

[@rachaelgriffin8803]

I have locs and just applied no.0 and 3 together like two hours ago and won't rinse out for another two hours 😂. I can't wait to feel my hair after this. I have two conditioning caps and a bonnet on to keep it moist

[@islandec4840]

Very informative video. I always use the 2 min reconstructer as pre-poo, than shampoo, follow by Olaplex than a moisturizing deep conditioning treatment which gives me amazing results every time. Thank you

[@eniyemission474]

Hi, how often do you follow this regimen? Do you do it on every wash day or only on relaxer day?

[@islandec4840]

@@eniyemission474 Hi, I do this a week before relaxer and on relaxer day.

[@eniyemission474]

@@islandec4840 thanks. Please which of the olaplex do you use.

[@islandec4840]

@@eniyemission474 Olaplex #3

[@OstentatiousStyle]

So you use a protein treatment, then olaplex and then shampoo and conditioner?

[@sheenachanel6286]

I've been Apogee for a year now has really really really made my hair grow without constant protective styles, I also added in a steamer which OMG OMG YALL JUST IF YOU HAVE LOW POROSITY HAIR TRY IT OUT, but now I feel like it has slowed down and I want my hair thicker as well, however I'm also recovering from knee surgery so it's hard to keep up with my regimen at the moment so I was considering Olaplex brand now, I am realizing when your hair evolves you may have to change your products

[@21hairgirl]

Olaplex is temporary repair. I was told that K18 is permanent repair. However K18 repairs different bonds than Olaplex.

[@debbiedebeaux]

Excellent video! I'm sitting here with Olaplex #3 right now. Just relaxed and feeling really good about using it.

[@maheshvi3809]

This was the most amazing crisp tutorial of hair

[@arleneaustin6691]

Thanks for the detailed explanation . Beautiful hair and personality .

[@cvonmel7528]

Could you talk about the rest of the line? Like the shampoo and conditioner and etc?

[@charisma-hornum-fries]

New sub here. Your energy is great and I love the ‘behind the screen’ explainers you do.oh, and using Labmuffins graphics makes sense as she is amazing too.

[@sandraD3971]

Great video with lots of knowledge that was shown in a positive and uplifting way 👏🏽👏🏽

[@PB-xr6yi]

Such a good explanation. I subscribed🥰

[@Lizzie-ve7kt]

This was the MOST helpful hair video I’ve ever watched, TYSM from all of us hair challenged people lol.

[@annaburns5382]

Thanks for the good info. I see my hair respond well to protein treaments( I make my own), but I tried olaplex and really didn't see any difference in my hair. The only thing that I can think is that maybe my hair is not very damaged? I have also tried bond corrector n.2 by FANOLA and got a little better results. It's also MUCH less expensive that olaplex.

[@fancyoo8670]

I'm curious about your routine and hair. Do you color or use any chemicals that maybe damaging? I'm curious about olaplex but I doubt I'd see results since I don't chemical and only occasionally use heat. Aphogee 2 minute is great. I also have used ion keratin smoothing . I diy with oil blends, aloe or yogurt masks. Curious about your hair and fanola. Thanks

[@mberrynunez]

Hello, I hope your day is going well! I have watched several videos indicating that No. 3 only works on clean hair. So it may help to first use the No. 4 shampoo (2 lathers and 2 rinses as usual), then use No 3, RINSE again, and then use either No 5 or No 8 (but not both on the same day).Then the final RINSE before applying styling products. I just purchased the No 3 after using the No 4 and then either No 5 or No 8 for about a month. My hair styist recommended that I alternate between No 5 and No 8 every other week. Along with my prepoo, my hair texture is improving. Thanks and have a very blessed week!

[@0nly.bhadbby40]

U tried Olaplex smoothing ?

[@briedm6767]

dont use number 3¡¡¡ go to the salon and ask for number 1 and 2 treatment, every week depending on your hair damage and ask the stylist to follow it with a heavy moisturizing mask such as the amika one, the bumble and bumble, morrocan oil hydrating or the purology one, the davines nou nou one is great to, yo dont want to use heave protein mask after olaplex it will make your hair rough and brittle because of the overload of repairing products. PRO TIP: Go buy a clarifying shampoo with no silicones no proteins nothing special, then wash your hair with it before olaplex treatments. You need a detox shampoo with sulfates so that your hair is out of any coating that could prevent olaplex to penetrate in your hair and that way you are not wasting product sitting on top of your hair

[@isb5772]

thank you for this video I finally understand the difference between both products. I have the aphogee 2 step and have only applied the product twice. I not really notice a big difference but i know i needed to do it because I bleached my hair. def want to buy the olaplex because my hair has lost its curl

[@Beej329]

Olaplex has worked wonders for me! Even on my first try. I used 3 times a week then 2 times then once a week. It’s great!

[@lexilomax4986]

Excellent video! Well said and clearly explained 👌🏾

[@sidney898]

So gorgeous and well spoken! New subscriber 💜

[@eyekandy3000]

I have been sleeping on my dear Aphogee for almost a year because of protein overload. I have been using Olaplex religiously- I liked the results at first but lately it’s been doing nothing. I returned to Aphogee- breakage almost stopped instantly! So reminded myself that protein overload can be reversed and then you have to return to using protein! Lol 😆 Olaplex is like an extra boost when moisture/protein is in check

[@jaylenhouston4698]

Finding myself in the same situation, but I was too scared to try Aphogee. Buttt you just reassured me

[@MC-yp5rk]

How long did it take you to get over protein overload? Was it caused by aphogee?

[@ambernigamm]

Thank you so much for this! The most helpful video I've watched so far!

[@zahra972]

Good video.. but can you give tips on what order You will follow to combine Olaplex 3 ,Olaplex oil and moisturizer.. thanks

[@blah123491]

Your explained this so perfectly. Thank you SO much!

[@Ac35010]

I heard Simeon say they use olaplex 2 mixed in with the relaxer and then olaplex 3 after

[@Doll676]

Your hair looks strong and healthy

[@Lemonsmeringue]

Thanks for the scientific knowledge behind this video. 👏🏽 but where did you get your top from. It’s so gorgeous. Thanks 😊

[@Livingthelifeneenee]

You explained it best...im a official fan!

[@niyiraluvsmb]

Excellent video!! ♥️❤️ I am taking charge of caring for and embracing my hair! Thank you

[@niyiraluvsmb]

New subbie btw!!

[@imaladywith3]

Great video, thanks for the information.

[@tinalachelle]

THANK YOU!! This was super helpful!!

[@shanaydee]

Update**** I bought it and it smells wonderful. Very botanical lol I won’t use apogee again. How does olaplex smell bcuz I can’t deal with the aphogee smell 😩

[@iiammyalashay919]

Do you use their shampoo and conditioner as well ?

[@shanaydee]

@@iiammyalashay919 I haven’t tried that yet but maybe soon I’ll pick it up

[@munashendoora2394]

I didn’t know about olaplex, thank you

[@AlexisKimberlyy]

Munashe Ndoora You’re oh so welcome! ❤️

[@luanamiranda8335]

Hi there, really enjoyed your video. And a good explanation...Thank you for sharing 😊👍🙏

[@claudettewatkins4237]

Yess bond building and protein treatments are different and both great

[@mostcreative3680]

So since Olaplex works internally does it not bond new proteins to the hair shaft? I was curious if pairing Olaplex with Aphogee would be able to actually mend the hair beyond temporarily filling the gaps. Obviously hair is just dead keratin so it cant be “healed” but if Olaplex does as it says Ive wondered if it at least can make protein treatments last longer by holding new proteins in the broken areas for longer periods of time.

[@troebeliewoep]

I really happy to find this video - currently i use olaplex and was wondering if i could do some protein treatment allongside it.

[@LiveLoveLaugh22]

Thank you, great explanation on this product! 👌🏼

[@sarahhalawa5926]

The informations are super useful thank u ❤

[@bridgec]

Thank you. Very much needed

[@PineapplesCoconut]

You remind me of Beautiful from Flavor of Love 2. Y’all both pretty.

[@wendy8561]

Thank you loved this video I love olaplex it's wonderful how would you incorporate using both of them which one would you use first is my question or could you use them back to back?? New subscriber

[@everydaywithyaayaa8492]

Hi..am Pinamang from Ghana and i love watching your videos but some of the products you sometimes mention cannot be found in Ghana.....

[@abenapeprah7719]

You can actually purchase these products on naturaloilbar.com 😃

[@metalbabee]

Thanks for this information! I'm naturally HiPo and was wanting to incorporate Olaplex into my moisture/protein regimen. So helpful!! 💖

[@abbysheridan1429]

Oh geez... lady.. thank you for this information. 🥰

[@mstcherie13]

Really enjoyed this video, you explained it so its really easy to understand the difference between the two. I keep seeing positive things about olaplex! I am definitely considering it now. You and your hair are beautiful by the way 😊🥰

[@wonderfulblessings5463]

I love love lovvveee Olaplex! The whole line!

[@MsArianna98]

Hello! Can I use them both on the same wash day?

[@Faithandhumanity9875]

Well explained! Thank youuuuuu!

[@c.i.glammua8019]

This was the best break down I could have asked for. Thank you for your service!

[@luvitaq8284]

Great video ❤️❤️❤️

[@lexi1698]

Can I use my olaplex shampoo and conditioner with the aphogee protein treatment ???

[@vibewithvan2694]

Also a bit confused on the Cream of a Nature Plex Defense system. Is it only a bond rebuilder or is it a protein treatment? Or both

[@roxyc.6825]

It's just a bond builder NOT a protein.

[@barbaraperry2796]

Good info! Thanks.

[@agoldstein135]

Hey! Do you have any info on using olaplex and products with protein on the same day? I’ve read it can be risky

[@KingChameleonsEye]

Hey! Where’s the new video? Also what do you use for your thumbnail pictures? Thanks!!

[@AlexisKimberlyy]

Chameleon’s Eye Hey boo! Life update video coming up today. Thanks for checking in!! I use canva for my thumbnails, the free version 😂

[@KingChameleonsEye]

AlexisKimberlyy oh great. I’ll have a look 🔥✊🏾

[@AlexisKimberlyy]

Awesome! It’ll be a tough conversation, but it’s an important one we need to have as POC! ❤️ Good luck on those thumbnails. Let me know if you have any other questions. I keep it real basic lol.

[@KingChameleonsEye]

AlexisKimberlyy I just created one OMG!! game Changer!! Thank you! Also looking forward to your upload!

[@cheriechez]

so informative! and your hair is beautiful! Olaplex no3 here i come lol 🙋‍♀️

[@justKKB]

Great breakdown! I love Olaplex and did recognize it's different from a protein treatment. Some folks who keep comparing it to Curlsmith's new product should prolly watch this. I don't do those (protein treatments) often, lol...except for Black Rice water rinses and using conditioners with hydrolized proteins.

[@sherryberrydc7744]

Thank you this helps so much. I love use the Aphogee. every four months before coloring my hair. I never really understood the Olaplex. I would love to try the Olaplex 3. I just subscribed to your channel.

[@rachaelgriffin8803]

Get no.0 too! Use no. 0 for like ten mins. First then add number 3 and put a conditioning cap on and leave it on for a good twenty minutes of not longer then rinse out. It works 68 percent better than just using number 3 alone

[@mikaelanai7245]

Using number 0 helps open the cuticle to let number 3 do it's full potential 😁

[@roarlexroar]

Hi! Thank you so much for this excellent breakdown-question: I just bought the Olaplex line and a protein treatment (my hair is in need of both), which would you suggest I do first?

[@angelafouche-whitney3553]

Same! Came here for this.

[@foyannie5676]

Is it okay to apply a protein treatment just right after hair steaming ?

[@kris5777]

Thank you very much for your video, very helpful ❤

[@Doll676]

Is olaplex a leave in deep conditioning

[@kathaiti]

What if you take keratin supplements? Is that suffice? Just curious...

[@EmiliaJay]

Honestly? Probably not. Supplements aren't usually tested to verify strength, absorption, or effectiveness. There's a good chance your body just gets rid of it before it has a chance to do much.

[@gcc2313]

No it's not comparable. Damage can happen after it grows out of your scalp. Anything you eat would theoratically only work from the inside as your hair grows. It doesn't fix any damage done after the hair has grows from your scalp. Which is when damage happens. Then you apply this on top to temporarily fix it.

[@TracyD2]

I remember when L’Oréal tried stealing or stoled Olaplex’s trade secrets. Very shady and greedy 😒I know other companies tried to make olaplex dupes. I don’t know how that worked out for anyone.

[@janetsdrawstation]

Sad but not suprised

[@lojjane]

Fanola has a good dupe 1000ml for 47$

[@jennyrose9454]

What was their dupe was it that lamellar water?

[@damalismith7591]

Love the explanation NEW SUBSCRIBER 💕💕

[@cheriemichelle7571]

Very informative. Thanks.

[@fishchicken4188]

Hello beautiful, I know I'm late but I'm catching up thank you for explaining this your topics are always interesting ❤️❤️

[@AlexisKimberlyy]

fish chicken Thank you babe! Life update video coming today. Be sure to check it out. It’ll be a tough conversation but it’s an important one to have. Miss you. Hope you’re well ❤️😘

[@fishchicken4188]

@@AlexisKimberlyy yes I am and I hope the same for you too ❤️

[@shaikhzoya2002]

Does olaplex repair the damage done after kerasmoothening? Can we undergo olaplex treatment immediately after kerasmoothening like one day or within week after kerasmoothening??

[@stavroulagiannopoulou1696]

Can I do protein treatment and olaplex on the same day?

[@EmiliaJay]

Yes, from what I've read.

[@gtenhave]

Can the same olaplex product that is used during bleaching be used during relaxing? Or will the relaxer not be able to work because olaplex is protecting the sulfide bonds from being broken?