Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about Olaplex / Malibu – Creative Director.

Appointments typically last 45 to 90 minutes depending on hair length, damage level, and whether color services are included. Your Creative Director will assess hair and recommend the exact timing during consultation to deliver optimal rebuild and rejuvenation.

Yes, Olaplex and Malibu treatments target broken bonds and mineral buildup, significantly improving texture and strength. Results depend on extent of damage; severe cases often need a series of sessions plus at-home care to fully restore health.

Most clients benefit from professional maintenance every 6 to 12 weeks, with more damaged hair requiring treatments every 4 to 6 weeks initially. Your Creative Director will build a personalized schedule based on progress and your styling routine.

Absolutely — these therapies are designed to complement color work. We often perform bond rebuilding before or after color services to protect integrity. Your Creative Director will sequence treatments to preserve color vibrancy while rebuilding bonds and minimizing damage.

We recommend salon-formulated Olaplex or Malibu home products, sulfate-free shampoos, and regular moisturizing masks. Using professional aftercare twice weekly maintains rebuilt bonds and prevents mineral buildup, extending treatment results between Creative Director appointments.

Yes, both systems are formulated to be gentle; we assess scalp sensitivity during consultation. Mild irritation is uncommon, but we can perform a patch test and adjust formulas or application techniques to ensure safety and comfort for sensitive scalps.