Unlocking Radiant Hair with Olaplex: How We Use It at The Co-Artist Studio
Written by Geselle Marie – Stylist & Owner, The Co-Artist Studio, Capitola
If you’ve ever sat in my chair and asked, “How can I keep my hair strong after highlights or smoothing treatments?” you’ve probably heard me say one word: Olaplex. This treatment has completely changed how we approach healthy, resilient hair in Santa Cruz County. From balayage clients in Capitola to busy professionals in Aptos who heat-style daily, Olaplex helps us not just mask damage but repair hair from the inside out.
What Makes Olaplex Different?
Unlike traditional masks that coat the outside of the hair, Olaplex’s patented bond building technology works at a molecular level. It reconnects broken disulfide bonds the “glue” that gives hair strength and elasticity.
At The Co-Artist Studio, we use Olaplex for:
Blonding services (Geselle often adds it into balayage formulas so your lightened strands stay strong and silky).
Brazilian Blowouts or Keratin clients who want smoother hair without compromising health.
Everyday repair for clients who’ve been living at the beach in Santa Cruz or styling with heat daily.
How We Use Olaplex in the Studio
Prep & Cleanse
We always start with freshly cleansed, towel-dried hair. Think of it as creating a blank canvas.Olaplex No.1 Bond Multiplier
This is where the magic begins. Geselle applies No.1 directly into color formulas or as a stand-alone treatment to start repairing broken bonds.Olaplex No.2 (Salon-Only)
Applied after lightening or chemical services, it locks in strength and prevents breakage.At-Home Care: Olaplex No.3
This is the one we always recommend clients take home. It’s like a weekly reset button apply it before shampoo, leave it on 10–30 minutes, and your hair instantly feels stronger.
Why Our Clients Love Olaplex
Damage Reversal: From bleach to heat, Olaplex undoes years of stress on your hair.
Stronger Strands: Hair feels less fragile, with more bounce and elasticity.
Longer-Lasting Color: Your blonde, brunette, or vivid tones stay vibrant longer.
Universal Fit: Works beautifully on curly, straight, or textured hair.
Shine & Softness: Clients often say, “My hair hasn’t felt this soft in years.”
A Real Example from the Chair
One of our Santa Cruz balayage clients came in after a summer of saltwater, sun, and heat styling. Her blonde looked dull and felt brittle. After a bond-building treatment with Olaplex in Geselle’s chair and a few weeks of using No.3 at home, she said her hair felt “like virgin hair again.” That’s the power of this system.
Ready for Healthier Hair?
If you’re noticing more breakage, dryness, or lack of shine, it may be time to incorporate Olaplex into your routine. At The Co-Artist Studio in Capitola, we use it daily to protect, repair, and enhance the hair of our clients from Santa Cruz, Aptos, and beyond.
✨ Pro tip from Geselle: Don’t just think of Olaplex as a “treatment” think of it as insurance for your hair.
👉 Book your next appointment and ask us how Olaplex can be added to your service. Your future hair will thank you.
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