All About OLAPLEX Nº.4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo
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All About OLAPLEX Nº.4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo

Key Takeaways:

  • OLAPLEX® Nº.4C Bond Maintenance® Clarifying Shampoo has a non-stripping, color-safe formula designed to effectively remove buildup, including heavy metals, chlorine, and pollutants without leaving hair dry or straw-like.
  • For best results, use Nº.4C alongside regular OLAPLEX conditioners or treatments. Clarifying with Nº.4C before using bond-building treatments like Nº.0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment and Nº.3 Hair Perfector ® can help boost the effectiveness of treatments.
  • Use a hair mask after washing with clarifying shampoo and conditioning to add moisture and softness to your hair.

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All About OLAPLEX Nº.4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo

Is your hair feeling a little bogged down? A non-stripping clarifying shampoo is what you need to remove buildup that causes hard-to-manage, dull, and damaged hair. OLAPLEX Nº.4C Bond Maintenance® Clarifying Shampoo is here to clear the way for lighter, cleaner hair. Find out how using this shampoo tackles buildup and how to incorporate it into your hair routine.


How OLAPLEX Nº.4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo Works

What is a clarifying shampoo, and what does it do? A clarifying shampoo is a type of shampoo that’s formulated to remove buildup in your hair. Advanced broad-spectrum clarifying shampoos like Nº.4C remove more than just hard water minerals, buildup, and oil. This surface-level deep cleansing shampoo uses surfactants and clarifiers to pull impurities out of your hair like heavy metals, chlorine, and pollutants. Typical clarifying shampoos can strip the hair, leaving it feeling straw-like, rough, and dry. Nº.4C is the opposite: it’s color-safe and non-stripping, giving you soft, shiny hair with every wash.


What is Buildup?

If your hair still looks frizzy, limp, dull, greasy, and just plain unmanageable, it may be because you have buildup. Buildup occurs in multiple ways, including what’s in your water, the surrounding air, and hair products. If buildup stays in the hair, it can lead to damage like split ends, breakage, and frizz. Nº.4C is the missing link to your OLAPLEX routine to remove buildup and bring back life to hair.


How to Use OLAPLEX Nº.4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo

Use Nº.4C weekly for surface level deep-cleansing to remove impurities that weigh hair down and cause damage:

 

  1. Apply Nº.4C to wet hair, concentrating on your scalp, then working through to the ends.
  2. Lather fully and leave for up to five minutes.
  3. Rinse well, and continue with your haircare routine, following with Nº.5 Bond Maintenance® Conditioner.

 

After washing, try a powerful hair mask like the Weightless Nourishing Mask or the Rich Hydration Mask. Both hair masks are powered by Biomimetic Cuticle Technology to seal cuticles, prevent cuticle damage, and enhance hydration for up to five washes.

Pro tip: Use Nº.4C to remove buildup before repairing broken bonds with the Nº.0 Intensive Bond Building Treatment and Nº.3 Hair Perfector® combination.

Is your buildup stubborn? After using No.4C, go to an OLAPLEX salon and ask your stylist for a Professional Chelating Treatment, which removes buildup in as little as one minute.*

Frequently Asked Questions

Let’s clarify some of your Nº.4C questions (pun fully intended):

How Often Should You Use Clarifying Shampoo?

Use Nº.4C once every one to two weeks or as needed.


Can You Use Clarifying Shampoo after Using OLAPLEX Nº.3 Hair Perfector?

Yes, you can use a Nº.3 Hair Perfector™ before or after washing with Nº.4C, but it’s recommended that you clarify before bond building to remove buildup on the hair.


Is OLAPLEX Nº.4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo Color-Safe?

Yes, OLAPLEX Nº.4C Clarifying Shampoo is color-safe. It’s formulated to cleanse hair thoroughly without stripping or fading color-treated hair.

Should You Use a Hair Mask after Clarifying Shampoo?

Yes, using a hair mask like Weightless Nourishing Mask and Rich Hydration Mask after washing with clarifying shampoo can be a great idea. Clarifying shampoos deeply clean the scalp to remove buildup, pollutants, hard water minerals, and other impurities. Following up with a hair mask adds moisture, restores softness, and makes strands smoother and more manageable.

 

The next time you notice buildup in your hair, reach for No.4C. Learn more about treatments to ask for from your hairdresser or take the Hair Quiz to get a personalized haircare routine today.

 

*Additional processing time may be needed depending on type and condition of hair.