My fine, thin hair suddenly appears thick and voluminous, all thanks to this new hair mask.

      I find it difficult to express just how envious I am of those who have thick, voluminous, shiny hair. To me, it doesn't matter what clothing you wear, how your makeup looks, or even your mood; if you possess luscious, shiny hair that has movement and bounce, it can really lift your spirits. Maybe I feel this way because it’s a beauty quality I don’t possess myself. My long, layered hair is thin, fine, straight, and lacks any lift at the roots. That's why I've spent most of my adult life trying out various volumizing hair products. However, to be honest, texturizing sprays tend to weigh my hair down, oils make it greasy, and styling creams leave it looking heavy and piecey, which I’m not a fan of. Therefore, this year, I decided to reevaluate my washing routine to ensure my hair is as light and bouncy as possible. I’m focusing on shampoos and conditioners that offer nourishment and hydration without adding weight. While the results have been notable, my bleached hair is crying out for deeper nourishment, and finding a moisturizing hair mask that doesn’t add excess weight has been nearly impossible. Until now. This month, Olaplex introduced a new hair mask that caught my attention— the Olaplex Weightless Nourishing Mask, designed specifically for those with thin, fine, and damaged hair, just like mine. Honestly, it has been a game changer. Here’s what you need to know…

      Olaplex Weightless Nourishing Mask, Review

      **Pros:**

      - Truly weightless texture

      - Strengthens hair

      - Enhances shine

      **Cons:**

      - Don’t expect a silky, buttery detangling experience during use

      **The Formula**

      As with any Olaplex product, the standout feature of this mask is its advanced formula. It includes Olaplex's patented bond-restoring technology, targeting hair breakage prominently. My heavily bleached, fine hair is definitely susceptible to breakage, and a quick look will reveal a concerning number of split ends. With its biomimetic cuticle technology, the Weightless Nourishing Mask seals damaged hair cuticles for up to five washes, leading to smoother, more hydrated strands that are better protected from further damage. Additionally, the formula incorporates coconut oil for enhanced nourishment and a volume boost complex that prevents snapping while providing immediate bounce and body. After just one use, it promises double the hydration, double the body, and 63% more shine. Sounds appealing, right?

      **The Application**

      I have truly put this hair mask to the test, knowing that various elements in my washing routine can affect the outcome. I’ve used the mask in London’s hard water and in New York, where the water is softer. I tried it after using a deeply nourishing shampoo and also a clarifying one. I've applied it before air-drying my hair and during a salon blow-dry. I also experimented by using it before applying volumizing spray and as the final step in my hair routine. Essentially, I’ve searched for situations where this mask wouldn’t work, but I haven’t found one yet.

      That said, there are some observations about the application that may lead you to believe the mask isn’t as great as advertised. (Just so you know, it is; you just need to rethink your masking approach.) For starters, the mask’s texture is unlike anything I've experienced before. In the container, it feels whipped and silicone-like, lacking the creamy, rich texture typical of nourishing hair masks. Although it may seem silky in the jar, once applied to your hair, that silkiness diminishes. If your hair is prone to tangling (like mine), it might help to comb or brush it through your ends while in the shower or bath. I usually use my fingers to comb it through, but this formula isn’t buttery enough for that. It genuinely feels almost imperceptible in the hair.

      While using it feels luxurious due to its delightful, fresh citrus scent, it’s hard to believe at first that it will be nourishing enough to fulfill its promises—but I assure you, it does.

      **The Verdict**

      To be direct, the Olaplex Weightless Nourishing Mask has significantly improved my hair. Yes, adapting to the texture takes some time—I need to be more careful when detangling my wet hair since it lacks the oily butters found in my usual conditioners—but the results are nothing short of revolutionary. Weightless truly means weightless. My roots seem more lifted, my hair is naturally bouncier, and it appears fuller overall. And the shine! My lengths have never looked healthier and silkier, even though they're overdue for a trim.

      Personally, I’ve found that applying a small amount of hair oil or nourishing hair serum to the ends works best, which I would have avoided before due to the heaviness that excess product can cause. Now