For Severely Damaged, Over-Processed or Breaking Hair
If your hair has been heavily bleached, coloured, heat-damaged or chemically treated — basic repair may not be enough.
This Advanced Hair Repair Routine mirrors the way professionals treat severely damaged hair in the salon, combining bond repair, fibre reconstruction, lipid replenishment and protection.
It’s designed for hair that:
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Snaps or breaks easily
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Feels weak or stretchy when wet
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Looks dull, rough or straw-like
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Isn’t improving with standard salon products
How Professionals Repair Severely Damaged Hair
In salons, advanced repair isn’t one product — it’s a layered system:
1️⃣ Repair broken bonds
2️⃣ Rebuild the hair fibre
3️⃣ Restore lost lipids
4️⃣ Protect from further damage
This routine follows that exact structure.
What’s Included in the Advanced Repair Routine
🧬 Bond Repair
Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector
Repairs broken bonds inside the hair, improving strength and elasticity.
💪 Fibre Reconstruction
System Professional Liquid Hair
Rebuilds the internal hair fibre, making hair more resilient and resistant to breakage.
🔧 Structural Strengthening
System Professional Repair Mask (R3)
Strengthens weakened hair structure and improves overall resistance.
✨ Lipid Replenishment
System Professional Lipid Booster
Restores essential lipids lost through chemical services, improving softness, shine and flexibility.
🔥 Heat Protection
ghd Bodyguard Heat Protect Spray
Protects hair from heat damage and preserves repair progress.
How to Use the Advanced Repair Routine
Weekly routine (recommended):
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Cleanse with a repair-focused shampoo
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Apply Olaplex No.3 (before shampoo or as directed)
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Use Repair Mask or Liquid Hair
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Apply Lipid Booster if hair feels rough or dry
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Always finish with heat protection before styling
Consistency is key — this routine works best over several weeks.
Who This Routine Is Best For
✔ Severely damaged or bleached hair
✔ Hair breaking despite using salon products
✔ Over-processed or chemically treated hair
✔ Anyone needing maximum repair, not just moisture
If your hair is mildly damaged, the Professional Hair Repair Routine may be sufficient.
If your hair is struggling to improve, this Advanced Repair Routine is the next step.
When Will I See Results?
Professionals set realistic expectations:
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2–4 weeks: Hair feels stronger and smoother
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6–8 weeks: Breakage noticeably reduces
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3 months+: Hair looks healthier and more resilient
Professional Advice
Advanced repair works best when products are:
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Used in the correct order
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Used consistently
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Combined with heat protection
This is why professionals recommend structured routines, not random products.
👉 Shop the Advanced Hair Repair Routine
Not Sure Which Repair Level You Need?
👉 Read Repair vs Moisture: Why Hair Needs More Than Hydration
👉 Or visit our Start Here: Professional Haircare Hub
Which Repair Product Is Right for My Hair?
| Hair Concern | What’s Happening | Professional Recommendation | How Often |
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| Hair feels soft but keeps breaking | Bonds inside the hair are weakened | Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector | 1× weekly |
| Hair feels weak, brittle or fragile | Hair fibre structure is compromised | System Professional Repair Mask (R3) | 1× weekly |
| Hair is severely damaged or over-processed | Internal hair fibre is broken down | System Professional Liquid Hair | Weekly or bi-weekly |
| Hair feels rough, dull or straw-like | Essential lipids are missing | System Professional Lipid Booster | Weekly or as needed |
| Hair is damaged and dehydrated | Strength + balance needed | Combination of repair + lipid care | Structured routine |
| Unsure what to choose | Diagnosis + order matters | Professional Hair Repair Routine | Ongoing |
✨ Not Seeing Results from Your Repair Products?
Sometimes the issue isn’t the products you’re using — it’s build-up blocking them from working properly.
Hard water minerals, product residue and pollution can coat the hair, making even the best repair treatments less effective.
Professionals often reset the hair first before starting or continuing a repair routine.
🔍 When a Clarifying Step Helps Repair Work Better
You may benefit from clarifying if:
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Hair feels coated, heavy or dull
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Treatments don’t seem to absorb
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Hair isn’t improving despite using salon products
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You live in a hard water area
A gentle, professional clarifying shampoo removes build-up without stripping, allowing repair and bond-building treatments to work more effectively.
⭐ Professional Reset Recommendation
Olaplex No.4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo
A sulphate-free, bond-supporting clarifying shampoo that removes build-up while maintaining hair strength, softness and colour clarity.
✔ Ideal before repair treatments
✔ Suitable for damaged, coloured and blonde hair
✔ Use weekly or as needed
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💡 Professional Tip
Clarifying isn’t an everyday step — think of it as a reset button. Used correctly, it enhances the results of your repair routine rather than replacing it.
