My bleached hair was a fried mess but a £4.50 Primark buy transformed my mane into thick and luscious locks in no time
IS one of your goals of 2025 to transform your mane from a dry and fried mess into luscious locks?
Look no further, as one thrifty beauty lover has come to rescue with her top tip – and there’s no need to fork out a fortune on pricey professional products.
Certified Trichologist Abbey Yung explained why despite often getting a bad rep, bond repair haircare is actually worth incorporating into your showering routine.
”This is a little controversial – but if I had to pick just one thing that I wish I started on Day 1 of my healthy hair journey it would be bond repair.
”I have seen so many comments not to use too much bond repair because it can cause protein overload, but that has always confused me.
”Because so many of the bond repair treatments that we have now don’t even contain protein at all,” the expert told her 1.4million followers on TikTok.
According to the blonde, if these viral haircare products do contain protein, it’s usually in small doses that’s ”not enough to even be considered a protein treatment”.
Whatever your budget, the high street is full of a number of bond repair shampoos, conditioners, masks and serums – with Aldi and Superdrug also offering purse-friendly versions.
But if you don’t want to be set back a fortune, it’s worth checking out your local Primark, where cash-savvy shoppers can snap up the discount retailers PS… Bond Repair range for under a fiver.
The affordable collection, which is thought to be a dupe of the posh Olaplex haircare range, includes a Pre-shampoo Treatment, Pro Bond Repair Shampoo, Pro Bond Repair Intensive Hair Mask, Pro Bond Repair Conditioner and Pro Bond Pro-Repair Serum.
If your locks are in a dire need of some TLC and you want to have the ultimate mermaid hair in time for summer, this range is a must – and it’s become a massive hit online.
Just like the high-end version, Primark’s treatment is designed to help repair dry, brittle and damaged tresses.
The vegan-friendly formula aims to smooth and condition hair, while helping to build the bonds between cuticles for stronger, healthier looking hair.
Olaplex No. 3 will set you back an eye-watering £27 – however, Primark’s Pre-Shampoo Treatment is going for an affordable £4.50.
Mia Munro, Beauty Expert Latest Deals, said: “I’ve been obsessed with Olaplex since my hairdresser used it.
”After trying this, I can’t justify the price anymore. My hair feels just as soft and strong.”
What are the biggest hair care mistakes?
Anabel Kingsley, Consultant Trichologist and Brand President at Philip Kingsley spoke exclusively to Fabulous.
Not looking after your scalp
Your scalp is an extension of the skin on your forehead and it should be given similar attention and care to the skin on your face. Scalp health is vital to healthy hair growth. Your scalp is your hair’s support system, and a flaky or inflamed scalp can contribute to hair loss and also impact the quality of hairs as they emerge from the follicle. Do cleanse and tone your scalp frequently. Try to leave no more than 2 days between shampoos.
High heat styling
The most common cause of hair damage is high heat styling – either with a blow dryer or straighteners. While it may take a little longer, a low to medium heat setting will give you great styling results, but without dryness, breakage and split ends. You should also always use a heat protective product such as our Daily Damage Defence and don’t hold your dryer right next to your strands.
Not eating well
Even if you’re using the best products in the world, if you aren’t eating well your hair’s condition and rate of growth won’t be at its optimal. Hair is a dispensable tissue as it isn’t needed for physical survival. This means nutrients are first used to keep essential cells functioning, with hair receiving them last.
Olaplex’s Hair Oil is £27 – significantly more expensive than Primark’s alternative that’s only £4.50.
The expert said: “My hairdresser recommended the original to me, but I couldn’t bring myself to buy it.
”This does the same thing, and I use it on damp hair as it doubles up as a heat protectant.”
Mia commented: “Primark’s latest beauty range is amazing quality without the hefty price tag.
”They’ve created products that fit seamlessly into any routine, and honestly, it’s tough to see why anyone would spend more when these do the job just as well.
”Definitely worth a try before they sell out.”