When (and how) to use Nº.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum by Olaplex

Last updated on May 21, 2025.

Overview

Welcome to our guide on when (and how) to use Olaplex Nº.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum.

When to use

We recommend using this product in the morning or evening.

In your routine

This product is most commonly used as step 9 in a routine. Use our Routine Creator to see where you should use this product in your routine.

Fun Fact

26 routines created by our community use this product.

1. As the first step in your styling routine, apply a small amount to damp hair working upward from ends to roots. 2. Use more as needed for longer, thicker hair. 3. Use on days you wash your hair and any days in between for added protection.

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Routine inspiration

Here are some routines that have been shared by our community that use Nº.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum.

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