My Olaplex on hair toppers review. I’ve been using these three Olaplex products on my hair pieces for a little while now. No. 3 being the oldest and No. 00 being the newest I’ve tried. It wasn’t until I used No. 3 on my heavily processed hair toppers that I fully understood why people go so mad for this range.
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Olaplex on hair toppers: does it work?
Short answer: yes, genuinely. Human hair toppers are processed – coloured, treated, sometimes through a lot before they even reach you – and the bond-building technology in Olaplex No.3 in particular makes a noticeable difference to how the hair feels and behaves after treatment. The straw-like, crispy texture that sometimes develops on well-worn pieces improves noticeably with regular use.
Is it cheap? No. Is it worth it on a piece you’ve spent serious money on and want to last? Yes. Use it as a pre-shampoo treatment – apply to dry or damp hair, leave it for at least ten minutes (longer if you can), then wash as normal. This fits into the broader care routine I cover in my complete hair topper and wig maintenance guide – Olaplex is one of the deep conditioning options I reach for when pieces are feeling particularly tired.
Olaplex products I’ve used on my toppers
Olaplex No.00 – the intensive bond-building treatment. Apply first, then layer No.3 over it. This combination is particularly good for very dry or damaged pieces.
Olaplex No.3 – the classic. Apply to dry or damp hair before washing. If I had to pick just one Olaplex product for toppers, this is it. The difference in texture after the first use is immediately obvious on pieces that have been through a lot.
FAQ
Can I use Olaplex on a hair topper?
Yes, and No.3 in particular. Human hair pieces are heavily processed and develop that dry, straw-like texture over time. Used as a pre-shampoo treatment it noticeably improves both texture and softness. It wasn’t until I used No.3 on my own toppers that I properly understood why people go so mad for this range.
How do I use Olaplex No.3 on a hair topper?
Apply Olaplex No.3 to dry or damp hair, working from mid-lengths to ends and avoiding the base and knots. Leave for at least ten minutes – longer for more damaged or dry pieces. Then wash as normal with a sulphate-free shampoo and condition. Use every few washes as part of your regular maintenance routine.
Is Olaplex worth it for hair toppers?
On pieces you’ve spent serious money on and want to last, yes. Toppers are heavily processed and get no scalp oils, so they dry out faster than your own hair. It isn’t cheap, and I won’t pretend otherwise. But No.3 used regularly makes a real difference to texture and manageability, and it’s what I reach for when a piece is feeling particularly tired.
What is the difference between Olaplex No.00 and No.3?
Olaplex No.00 is an intensive bond-building treatment designed to be applied first as a primer layer, then followed by No.3. Using them together gives more intensive results than No.3 alone. If you’re only buying one, No.3 is the starting point. If your piece is very dry or damaged, using them as a two-step treatment gives better results.
More on caring for your alternative hair
- Human Hair Topper and Wig Maintenance Routine: Complete Care Guide – the full routine from washing to storage
- How I Deep Condition My Hair Toppers and Wigs – where Olaplex fits in the deep conditioning step
- The Hair Topper Mistakes I Made So You Don’t Have To
- Hair Topper vs Wig: Which One Do You Actually Need?
- Androgenic Alopecia in Women: What It Is, What to Expect and What Helps
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