olaplex Nº.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner

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.

1. Water
2. Cetearyl Alcohol
3. PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate
4. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
5. Cetyl Alcohol
6. Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate
7. Quaternium-91
8. Cetrimonium Chloride
9. Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
10. Behentrimonium Chloride
11. Glycerin
12. Isododecane
13. Cetyl Esters
14. Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate
15. Panthenol
16. Phospholipids
17. Dimethicone PEG-7 Isostearate
18. Hydroxypropyl Guar
19. Glycine Soja Oil
20. PEG-45M
21. PEG-7 Amodimethicone
22. Amodimethicone
23. C12-13 Pareth-23
24. C12-13 Pareth-3
25. Disodium EDTA
26. Polysilicone-15
27. Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
28. C11-15 Pareth-7
29. Sodium Polyaspartate
30. Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
31. Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil
32. Persea Gratissima Oil
33. Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
34. Laureth-9
35. Trideceth-12
36. Butylene Glycol
37. Citric Acid
38. Ahnfeltiopsis Concinna Extract
39. Silica
40. Acetic Acid
41. Etidronic Acid
42. Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
43. Propylene Glycol
44. Sodium Acetate
45. PEG-4 Laurate
46. PEG-4 Dilaurate
47. BHT
48. Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
49. PEG-4
50. Pseudozyma Epicola/Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate
51. Pseudozyma Epicola/Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil Ferment Filtrate
52. Tocopheryl Linoleate/Oleate
53. Helianthus Annus Seed Oil
54. Quaternium-95
55. Propanediol
56. Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract
57. PEG-8
58. Punica Granatum Extract
59. Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract
60. Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
61. PEG-8/Smdi Copolymer
62. Palmitoyl Myristyl Serinate
63. Sodium Polyacrylate
64. Tocopherol
65. Biotin
66. Phenoxyethanol
67. Chlorphenesin
68. Sodium Dehydroacetate
69. Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
70. Sodium Benzoate
71. Potassium Sorbate
72. Fragrance
73. Citral
74. Hexyl Cinnamal
75. 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

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

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