olaplex Nº.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner
olaplex Olaplex Nº.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner lists 75 ingredients on its label, 55 decoded. See what each one does, its irritancy and comedogenic tendency, and its status in national inventories.
Ingredients overview
Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.
Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.
- Water
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate
- Quaternium-91
- Cetrimonium Chloride
- Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
- Behentrimonium Chloride
- Glycerin
- Isododecane
- Cetyl Esters
- Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate
- Panthenol
- Phospholipids
- Dimethicone PEG-7 Isostearate
- Hydroxypropyl Guar
- Glycine Soja Oil
- PEG-45M
- PEG-7 Amodimethicone
- Amodimethicone
- C12-13 Pareth-23
- C12-13 Pareth-3
- Disodium EDTA
- Polysilicone-15
- Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
- C11-15 Pareth-7
- Sodium Polyaspartate
- Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
- Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil
- Persea Gratissima Oil
- Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
- Laureth-9
- Trideceth-12
- Butylene Glycol
- Citric Acid
- Ahnfeltiopsis Concinna Extract
- Silica
- Acetic Acid
- Etidronic Acid
- Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
- Propylene Glycol
- Sodium Acetate
- PEG-4 Laurate
- PEG-4 Dilaurate
- BHT
- Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
- PEG-4
- Pseudozyma Epicola/Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate
- Pseudozyma Epicola/Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil Ferment Filtrate
- Tocopheryl Linoleate/Oleate
- Helianthus Annus Seed Oil
- Quaternium-95
- Propanediol
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract
- PEG-8
- Punica Granatum Extract
- Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract
- Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
- PEG-8/Smdi Copolymer
- Palmitoyl Myristyl Serinate
- Sodium Polyacrylate
- Tocopherol
- Biotin
- Phenoxyethanol
- Chlorphenesin
- Sodium Dehydroacetate
- Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
- Sodium Benzoate
- Potassium Sorbate
- Fragrance
- Citral
- Hexyl Cinnamal
- Limonene
Highlights
Contains PEGContains siliconesContains mineral oilContains animal-derivedContains essential oilsContains fragranceContains EU-26 allergens
Formulation view Cream conditioner structured with cetearyl alcohols and blended with multiple cationic conditioning agents and silicone copolymers for intense smoothing. Enriched with soy and avocado oils, phospholipids, and panthenol for repair. Ideal for damaged hair. Formulator observation: The combination of heavy cationic surfactants and silicones delivers superior slip, but formulators must monitor potential silicone deposition which may hinder the penetration of other active ingredients.
Key ingredients
- ANTIPLAQUE
- Water
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Cetearyl AlcoholPPG-3 Benzyl Ether MyristateCetyl Alcohol
- FRAGRANCE
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- ANTIMICROBIAL
- Cetrimonium Chloride
- FILM FORMING
- Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
- ANTISTATIC
- Behentrimonium Chloride
Other ingredients
Octyldodecyl RicinoleateQuaternium-91GlycerinIsododecaneCetyl EstersBis-Aminopropyl Diglycol DimaleatePanthenolPhospholipidsDimethicone PEG-7 IsostearateHydroxypropyl GuarGlycine Soja OilPEG-45MPEG-7 AmodimethiconeAmodimethiconeC12-13 Pareth-23C12-13 Pareth-3Disodium EDTAPolysilicone-15Camellia Sinensis Seed OilC11-15 Pareth-7Sodium PolyaspartateHydroxypropyl CyclodextrinCrambe Abyssinica Seed OilPersea Gratissima OilVitis Vinifera Seed OilLaureth-9Trideceth-12Butylene GlycolCitric AcidAhnfeltiopsis Concinna ExtractSilicaAcetic AcidEtidronic AcidPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamatePropylene GlycolSodium AcetatePEG-4 LauratePEG-4 DilaurateBHTHydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidPEG-4Pseudozyma Epicola/Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil Ferment Extract FiltratePseudozyma Epicola/Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil Ferment FiltrateTocopheryl Linoleate/OleateHelianthus Annus Seed OilQuaternium-95PropanediolHelianthus Annuus Seed ExtractPEG-8Punica Granatum ExtractMorinda Citrifolia Fruit ExtractEuterpe Oleracea Fruit ExtractPEG-8/Smdi CopolymerPalmitoyl Myristyl SerinateSodium PolyacrylateTocopherolBiotinPhenoxyethanolChlorphenesinSodium DehydroacetateIodopropynyl ButylcarbamateSodium BenzoatePotassium SorbateFragranceCitralHexyl CinnamalLimonene
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irritancy | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water | ANTIPLAQUE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 | Green |
| Cetearyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 | Green |
| PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, PLASTICISER, SOLVENT, UV ABSORBER | 0 | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 | Green |
| Cetyl Alcohol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, FRAGRANCE, OPACIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 1 | Green |
| Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Quaternium-91 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Cetrimonium Chloride | ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTISTATIC, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/44 | 2 | Yellow |
| Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer | FILM FORMING, HAIR CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Behentrimonium Chloride | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/44 | 1 | Yellow |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 | Green |
| Isododecane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SOLVENT, PERFUMING | 0 | Green |
| Cetyl Esters | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate | HAIR CONDITIONING, HAIR WAVING OR STRAIGHTENING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Panthenol | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Phospholipids | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Dimethicone PEG-7 Isostearate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Hydroxypropyl Guar | ANTISTATIC, BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 | Green |
| Glycine Soja Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | — | Green |
| PEG-45M | HUMECTANT | 0 | Green |
| PEG-7 Amodimethicone | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Amodimethicone | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| C12-13 Pareth-23 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| C12-13 Pareth-3 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Disodium EDTA | CHELATING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 | Green |
| Polysilicone-15 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| C11-15 Pareth-7 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Sodium Polyaspartate | HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | — | Green |
| Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil | HAIR CONDITIONING, EMULSION STABILISING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 | Green |
| Persea Gratissima Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Laureth-9 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Trideceth-12 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 | Green |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 | Green |
| Ahnfeltiopsis Concinna Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Silica | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 | Green |
| Acetic Acid | BUFFERING, FRAGRANCE | 4 | Green |
| Etidronic Acid | CHELATING · 限制 III/53 | 0 | Yellow |
| Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate | ANTIOXIDANT | 0 | Green |
| Propylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 1 | Green |
| Sodium Acetate | BUFFERING, FRAGRANCE | 0 | Green |
| PEG-4 Laurate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| PEG-4 Dilaurate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| BHT | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE · 限制 III / 325 | 0 | Yellow |
| Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid | HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| PEG-4 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Pseudozyma Epicola/Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate | HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Pseudozyma Epicola/Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil Ferment Filtrate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Tocopheryl Linoleate/Oleate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Helianthus Annus Seed Oil | 皮肤调理剂 | 0 | Green |
| Quaternium-95 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Propanediol | SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 | Green |
| Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract | HAIR CONDITIONING, UV ABSORBER, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 | Green |
| PEG-8 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Punica Granatum Extract | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 | Green |
| Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract | HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| PEG-8/Smdi Copolymer | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Palmitoyl Myristyl Serinate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Sodium Polyacrylate | ABSORBENT, BINDING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, HAIR FIXING, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 | Green |
| Biotin | HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | — | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 | Yellow |
| Chlorphenesin | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/50 | 1 | Yellow |
| Sodium Dehydroacetate | PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/13 | — | Yellow |
| Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate | PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/56 | 1 | Yellow |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 | Yellow |
| Potassium Sorbate | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 0 | Yellow |
| Fragrance | 矫味剂,增香剂 | — | Yellow |
| Citral | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING, FLAVOURING · 限制 III/70 | 1 | Yellow |
| Hexyl Cinnamal | PERFUMING · 限制 III/87 | 1 | Yellow |
| Limonene | DEODORANT, SOLVENT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/88 III/167 III/168 | 1 | Yellow |
Comedogenic ratings need a published source. This batch is not yet sourced, so it is not shown.
Ingredients explained
- Water
- Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Fatty alcohol emulsifier at 1-5%; non-ionic surfactant
- PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate
- PPG-3 benzyl ether myristate, emollient emulsifier; contains PEG-like structure, low viscosity solvent, check ionic compatibility.
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.
- Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate
- Not decoded yet
- Quaternium-91
- Not decoded yet
- Cetrimonium Chloride
- Cationic surfactant/preservative for conditioning; irritating at high levels, restricted use
- Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
- Silicone copolymer for slip and film; occlusive with smooth texture
- Behentrimonium Chloride
- Cationic conditioner and preservative; used within restricted limits, high doses may irritate.
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Isododecane
- Synthetic hydrocarbon solvent providing dry, silky skin feel; high volatility, non-comedogenic, common in sunscreens and foundations, usage 5-30%.
- Cetyl Esters
- Blended cetyl esters used as emollient skin conditioning agents to provide softness and occlusion.
- Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate
- Bis-aminopropyl diglycol dimaleate, hair conditioner; cationic conditioner for post-perm care, control concentration.
- Panthenol
- Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery
- Phospholipids
- Biomimetic repair and emollient, mimics skin lipids; typically processed at low temps, may be sticky at high levels
- Dimethicone PEG-7 Isostearate
- Not decoded yet
- Hydroxypropyl Guar
- Modified guar gum; multifunctional thickener/stabilizer, water-soluble, sensitive to electrolytes/pH.
- Glycine Soja Oil
- Soybean oil emollient; prone to oxidation, needs antioxidants; suitable for dry skin
- PEG-45M
- Non-ionic surfactant and water-soluble humectant. Potential peroxide risk if degraded by oxidizing agents.
- PEG-7 Amodimethicone
- Not decoded yet
- Amodimethicone
- Amino silicone for hair conditioning/antistatic; cationic, conflicts with anionic surfactants
- C12-13 Pareth-23
- Not decoded yet
- C12-13 Pareth-3
- Not decoded yet
- Disodium EDTA
- Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy
- Polysilicone-15
- Not decoded yet
- Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
- Camellia seed oil; rich in vitamin E/oleic acid, emollient/antioxidant, light texture.
- C11-15 Pareth-7
- Not decoded yet
- Sodium Polyaspartate
- Chelating agent and humectant, low irritation; improves surfactant performance in hard water.
- Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
- Cyclodextrin to complex fragrances/actives; boosts solubility and stability.
- Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil
- Crambe abyssinica seed oil for hair/skin; oleic-rich, high oleic ratio may be comedogenic
- Persea Gratissima Oil
- Avocado oil rich in fatty acids and vitamin E; occlusive moisturizer, use with caution on oily skin.
- Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
- Grapeseed oil, lightweight emollient and antioxidant; high linoleic acid, suitable for oily and combination skin.
- Laureth-9
- Not decoded yet
- Trideceth-12
- Not decoded yet
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
- Ahnfeltiopsis Concinna Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Silica
- Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products
- Acetic Acid
- Provides sourness or buffering; high concentrations are corrosive, pH control is critical in leave-on products
- Etidronic Acid
- Etidronic acid chelator, restriction III/53 (<0.01%); binds metal ions to prevent oxidative discoloration.
- Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
- High-efficiency lipid-soluble antioxidant preventing oil rancidity; very low usage, typically 0.05-0.1%, ensure even distribution, avoid metal-catalyzed oxidation.
- Propylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 3-10%; hygroscopic, slight tackiness, mild irritation at high conc., verify preservative efficacy, no allergen.
- Sodium Acetate
- Sodium acetate buffer for pH adjustment; sometimes acts as mild fragrance, common in lotions and washes
- PEG-4 Laurate
- Not decoded yet
- PEG-4 Dilaurate
- Not decoded yet
- BHT
- Lipophilic antioxidant at 0.01-0.05%; ineffective with acidic systems, label-sensitive, check regulatory limits as preservative alternative.
- Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
- Low-MW humectant with superior penetration vs high-MW; 0.1-0.5% typical, hygroscopic, store dry to prevent clumping.
- PEG-4
- Not decoded yet
- Pseudozyma Epicola/Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate
- Yeast ferment filtrate with Camellia Seed Oil; hair and skin conditioning, contains bioactive ferments.
- Pseudozyma Epicola/Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil Ferment Filtrate
- Not decoded yet
- Tocopheryl Linoleate/Oleate
- Not decoded yet
- Helianthus Annus Seed Oil
- Sunflower seed oil; light emollient rich in linoleic acid and Vitamin E, good skin affinity.
- Quaternium-95
- Not decoded yet
- Propanediol
- Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract
- Sunflower seed extract; flavonoids and oleic acid, 0.5–5%; antioxidant repair, match phase, low allergenicity
- PEG-8
- Not decoded yet
- Punica Granatum Extract
- Pomegranate extract containing polyphenols; offers antioxidant and skin-protecting properties, often used in brightening formulas.
- Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract
- Morinda fruit extract containing phenolics, claimed for antioxidant and brightening effects; botanical extract variability requires strict internal QC standards.
- Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
- Açaí extract; rich in antioxidants; used for hair/skin, oil-based so needs emulsification.
- PEG-8/Smdi Copolymer
- Not decoded yet
- Palmitoyl Myristyl Serinate
- Not decoded yet
- Sodium Polyacrylate
- Superabsorbent resin, <1%; gels with electrolytes, ionic strength control required.
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Biotin
- Vitamin B7 nutrient claimant; topical effect limited, use at 1-20 ppm.
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Chlorphenesin
- Phenolic antimicrobial; strict EU limits apply, potential allergen, careful dosing required for leave-on products.
- Sodium Dehydroacetate
- Sodium dehydroacetate, preservative <0.5%; restricted for eye, children, and lip use.
- Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
- Broad-spectrum preservative; mild irritation; caution for sensitized skin.
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
- Potassium Sorbate
- Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate
- Fragrance
- Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components
- Citral
- Citral; citrus fragrance component, listed EU allergen, high phototoxicity risk, strict concentration limits apply.
- Hexyl Cinnamal
- Common fragrance component (jasmine/vanilla note); listed EU allergen, requires labeling at >10ppm (leave-on).
- Limonene
- Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-20. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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