Philip’s P2 Liquid Mousse is legendary.  In the 80’s Philip created his first version of this formula (picture here) to give the hair maximum hold.  A perfect fit for the ‘bigger hair the better’ styles of that time.  It was coconut scented and was the first mousse to be packaged in an aerosol-free bottle.  It contained a Silk Protein to help strengthen the hair and it still does to this day!  But there’s more…

As with every Philip Pelusi formula, P2 Liquid Mousse has evolved in ingredient technology to flow with hair trends over the years.  Today’s formula echoes the original formulation, meaning it can still be used like a traditional mousse.  The packaging for example is still aerosol-free. 

But no need to tip the bottle over, as Philip updated it to an easy to press and pump dispenser that literally blows bubble into the liquid formula as it leaves the bottle.  This creates the foamy mousse feel but without any of the harmful or drying carcinogens that go along with aerosol dispensers.  Plus, Philip created the original formula to be alcohol free and water soluble (means zero buildup after cleansing) and it still is today.

The formula has been updated too now with a softer hold containing Silk Protein, Calcium, Zinc and Yeast Protein Derivatives, Hydrating Proprietary Microemulsions, Sunscreen, Allergen Free White Tea and Thyme Fragrance plus it’s now Silicone-free!

Product Education Director Nikki shares, “The 1980’s version of Philip Liquid Mousse was my everyday go-to product to scrunch and style my hair.  It totally fit my 80’s big hair vibe.  The bottle was so cool, to apply you simply turned the bottle upside down and squeezed to get the liquid formula to turn into a foam.  Everyone on my college dorm floor wanted to use it!”

Hair and Photo by Philip Pelusi

Philip Pelusi Products ~ Lustre Shampoo (now Age de Phy), Moisturizing Conditioner (now Moistursheen), wet styling and dry finishing with P2 Liquid Mousse (yes, you can scrunch it into dry hair too!)

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As you know, 90’s fashion is back in style again!  So, this is the perfect time to showcase these timeless images actually created in the 90’s!  Check out Philip’s Blue Angel duo.  Edgy cut and color created at the Philip Pelusi Center for Talent Development and photographed there and at many other outdoor Southside locations.

Philip shares, “American Salon’s Editor in Chief at the time, Marianne Dougherty, called for an exclusive interview along with some creative hair looks for a several page spread in the magazine.  She came to Pittsburgh to showcase what we are all about and to see our amazing Training Center.  We were thrilled she loved the looks and the Talent Center too!”

Photos by Philip Pelusi

Hair by Philip Pelusi, Jeffrey R, and Sam C

Makeup by Nikki B and the Philip Pelusi Design Team

Philip Pelusi products on the blonde model ~ P2 Color Guard Shampoo, P2 DailyHaiRx, P2 Moisturizing Conditioner, P2 Honey and fingertips amounts of P2 Hard Stuff to finish

Philip Pelusi products on the brunette model ~ P2 Roots for Men Shampoo and Conditioner, P2 Fixative and P2 Hard Stuff to finish

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The 1970’s were the start of a huge permed hair trend that lasted long into the 80’s!  The bigger the better when it came to volume and curls.  This also marked the introduction of the Philip Pelusi VoluWave Collection of perm formulations and techniques designed by Philip himself.

There were a variety of formulas depending on your starting texture and the designed results be it waves or curls or anything in between.  The application techniques included unique rod sizes, specific placement for maximum volume, plus diligent application steps that included a full “timer set” 5-minute rinse time, 5-minute pat-dry with paper towels and an application of P2 DailyHaiRx before the neutralizer.  This all made for a beautiful long-lasting perm leaving the hair looking healthy and shiny!

Photos by Philip Pelusi

Hair by Philip Pelusi, Jeffrey R, Sam C and The Philip Pelusi Design Team

Photo Styling by Philip Pelusi and Jeffrey R

Philip Pelusi Products – P2 Color Guard Shampoo, P2 DailyHaiRX, P2 Lo Soft, P2 Liquid Mousse and P2 Define to styling and detailing, and P2 Industrial for finishing

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Talk about fluid!  This shapeshifting Volumetric The Pelusi Method Haircut looks universally fantastic on both of these models crossing the lines between masculine and feminine.  They are totally twinning!  The layering system can be styled left to right or front to back depending on your style mood.  And it looks amazing with both the medium brunette and blonde hair colors.  Pretty cool, these looks were created in the 90’s by The Philip Pelusi Design Team (now know as The Trend Team @ Philip Pelusi).

Photo by Philip Pelusi

Hair by Philip Pelusi, Jeffrey R and Sam C

Hair Color by Sam C

Photo Styling by Jeffrey R

Makeup by Nikki B and The Philip Pelusi Design Team

Philip Pelusi Products – P2 Long gev ity Shampoo and Conditioner, P2 Potion for wet to dry styling, P2 Honey and P2 Fluid Spray for detailing and finishing

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Thick curly hair, beautiful blonde hair color, plus incredible styling products and technique all come together in this look created by the Philip Pelusi Design Team (now known as The Trend Team). 

Created as a team effort at a Philip Pelusi International Photosynthesis Event in 2007 at the Philip Pelusi Center for Talent Development, along with photo styling by none other than Philip Pelusi and his Creative Director Jeffrey Reitz.  Photosynthesis is an event photography session Philip created to showcase the work of his incredible stylist Design Team.

Photo by Philip Pelusi

Photo Styling by Philip Pelusi and Jeffrey R

Hair by The Philip Pelusi Design Team

Makeup by Bee and The Philip Pelusi Design Team

Philip Pelusi Products ~ Tela Beauty Organics by Philip Pelusi Curly Shampoo and Conditioner, Tela Curl of My Dreams, P2 ReCurl Smart Styling Treatment and P2 Honey for detail finishing

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The votes are in for P2 by Philip Pelusi Age de Phy Shampoo!  This ageless wonder is still taking the top spot with customers just as it did in this prestigious Reader’s Choice Award from Launch Pad Magazine in 2008.  Readers unanimously choose P2 Age de Phy Shampoo as their favorite shampoo product!  Here’s a cover shot of that issue!

What did they love about it?  The incredible way the hair feels and performs after using it!  P2 Age de Phy hydrates with weightless Guar Bean and Cassia Angustifolia Seed and works well with every hair texture.  Hair gets the moisture it needs to feel smooth and silky but still maintains the body and volume.  Plus, it’s nourishing and calming to the scalp as well! Want more scoop on this award-winning shampoo?  View the 2-minute video below!

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Known as one of the very first “fauxhawks”, this look was created by Philip Pelusi himself at the Tela Design Studio in NYC circa 2005 but so timeless it looks like it was created today!

Philip shares, “I was honored, Modern Salon picked me to create this men’s look for their magazine cover in 2005.  I wanted this look to have a masculine, well-groomed yet modern, almost futurist, edge.  I sculpted and finished the look with our P2 Honey to get just the right texture and amount of hold.”

Haircut and Design by Philip Pelusi

Photo by Philip Pelusi

Philip Pelusi Products ~ Tela Beauty Organics Tela Scalp Scrub, Tela Power Shampoo, Tela Power Conditioner, and P2 Honey to sculpt and finish

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Smokin’ hot…hair that is!  Sizzling multidimensional red various hair color and an incredible Volumetric Haircut The Pelusi Method Pix-ette Cut.  They pair beautifully with the delicate features of this model.

Philip shares, “My inspiration for this look was from the early 70’s.  It was part of our collection of Short Hair Can be Spicy and Color to Cut Educational around 2006.  And it was all created and photographed at the Tela Design Studio circa 2006.”

Photo, Haircut, Styling, Color Mapping Design all by Philip Pelusi

Hair Color by Robbie

Philip Pelusi Products…Tela Beauty Organics Color Guard Shampoo and Conditioner, Tela Smooth Operator and Tela Boost for styling, plus P2 Cherry Mint Bark Color Conditioner

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The term “Chiaroscuro” (pronounced kee·aa·ruh·skyur·ow) is an Italian term referring to the use of light and dark shadowing in a painting or photo.  This is reflected in the composition and lighting in every aspect of this Philip Pelusi original design, from photo, hair color, even the clothing.  Philip played with shadows and light to complement the design as this model was actually sitting off stage waiting to go down the runway in Paris!  Thus, the theme Somewhere in Paris!

The hair and image were created in 1985 for the French magazine Coiffure de Paris and was shown locally too on The Pittsburgh Today Show on CBS.  Mind blowing fact…remember this image was created in 1985 so none of Philip’s photography was ever altered.  There was no retouching or Photoshop or apps (weren’t invented yet) used to enhance or alter the photo, hair, makeup, or clothing, everything in every image is all real!  Kinda wild when you think about it.

Behind the Scenes:  Hair Crafting Hair, photo styling and photograph by Philip Pelusi

Clothes: Max Alto

Philip Pelusi Products: La Crème Shampoo and Conditioner, for blowout styling P2 Fixative and P2 Soft Wax, P2 Fluid Spray for detailing and P2 Industrial to finish 

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