by Nikki ~ Product Education Director

In part 1 of this series we looked at how hair grows and changes as we get older, factors that cause hair loss and some marketplace solutions all of which should be handled via a medical doctor.  But we not powerless as Stylists.  Let’s look at how we can help!

What we can do:  The hair care products someone uses on their scalp/hair make a big difference.  And although nothing has been proven to regrow hair except Minoxidil, keeping the scalp in the healthy state, clean, free from debris and buildup plus strengthening new-growth hair can have a positive impact.

Zero Buildup:  Every Philip Pelusi product is water and shampoo soluble while most products on the market are not.  Philip chooses only the very best grade of ingredients when he creates his shampoos, conditioners and styling products, never any lesser grade ingredients such as cheap polymers, resins or silicones.  The scalp can breathe and is left clean after every shampoo.

Specific P2 Shampoos:  Next, we can recommend 3 Philip Pelusi Shampoos to help create a clean and healthier scalp.  P2 Clarify Shampoo Treatment (to remove product buildup), P2 Roots for Men Exfoliating Shampoo Treatment (to remove dead skin cell build up (dandruff) and product buildup, plus contributes scalp enhancing ingredients), and P2 DeTox Shampoo Treatment (which removes dirt, oil, product buildup plus the follicle poisoning toxin called DHT; officially known as Dihydrotestosterone, pronounced dye-high-dro-testosterone).

DHT is a toxic bi-product from scalp-produced testosterone that is thought to be the primary cause of thinning hair.  DHT is toxic to the hair follicle and has been shown to reduce the size of follicles resulting in finer, thinner, weaker hair strands.  All of these P2 shampoos are color safe and leave the hair shiny, healthy and full of body.  But remember, if a guest is still using a buildup causing conditioner or styling product from a different product line, these shampoos will have little effect.

Probiotics for Scalp Health:  We can also recommend the Tela Beauty Organics by Philip Pelusi Life Force Collection, in its entirety or on a select basis along with any P2 or Tela product system.  Tela Life Force works on the principle that we need a healthy balance of good bacteria (microflora) to create a healthy scalp environment.  Without it, the scalp cannot function at its optimal level of performance and prematurely ages the scalp.  Tela Life Force contains probiotics to help the scalp rebalance its microflora helping it to flourish, helping provide a healthy scalp environment for hair growth.

Strengthen weak hair:  The very best product that can be used on the hair for strength is a daily application of P2 DailyHaiRx Xtreme Liquid Hair Repair Treatment after every shampoo topped with any Philip Pelusi P2 or Tela Conditioner.  Whether hair is weak from aging or if the hair is a new sprout of grow, that strand of hair desperately needs support.  P2 Xtreme fills that weak hair strand with Gluten Free Wheat, Corn and Soy Proteins to help it withstand heat, mechanical and chemical damage, helping it resist breakage helping to keep it on the head longer as it grows.

Cosmetic illusions:  We can greatly help our guests with the proper length and style of hair to best camouflage hair loss such as bangs to help disguise frontline hair loss, changing their part side, or giving them a somewhat shorter (collarbone, chin or ear length) layered style for added lift and volume to overall thinning hair. 

Mid-level hair color tones with dimensional highlights can create the illusion of thicker hair.  Proper styling products, plus volumizing styling techniques help with the best styling process to get the best look.  Also, be sure to alert your Philip Pelusi supervisor for any broken skin or rashes present on the scalp before doing any hair service in the salon.  This is best for guest’s protection so reach out for guidance if needed.

No single solution:  Unfortunately, there is no single solution to hair loss and every person’s anatomy will respond differently to every treatment.  A big part of finding what works is really a lot of trial and error by each individual but we can be a big support in the overall process.

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by Nikki ~ Product Education Director

People today want to look vibrant and healthy at any age and hair loss just doesn’t work in that equation.  Age-related hair loss, or any hair loss, can be very scary leaving those suffering from it wondering what is causing it and mostly how to make it stop.  As Stylists we need to be informed and help our guests but without taking on the role as doctors.  Let’s break it down in this 2-part Chic Geek series.

The follicle effect:  Hair loss often creeps up on someone slowly over time until it becomes starkly noticeable.  There are 3 stages of hair growth within the hair follicle; Anagen (growing) Stage in which the hair is actively growing out of the follicle, Catagen (intermediate) Stage where the hair is still growing but not as actively, and Telogen (resting or shedding) Stage where the hair has stopped growing and is residing in the follicle until it naturally sheds or is easily pulled away during any type of hair manipulation such as brushing. 

This is a very normal process where hair grows, dies off and is then replaced by new hair growth.  However, when someone has an age-related hair loss issue this process often speeds up and often no new growth takes the old hair’s place.  The follicle can also start to shrink with age, making hair grow out thinner and thinner until the follicle no longer produces hair.  And if the follicle is left dormant too long, it becomes harder to sometimes impossible to stimulate new growth therefore making it critical to treat hair loss in its early stages.

Causing factors:  Many factors can cause or contribute to age-related hair loss including heredity, general health, genetics, nutrition, and hormone levels, such as caused by menopause, also greatly affect the loss of hair.  All of this can contribute to hair loss but absolutely should only be discussed with a doctor for possible testing and prescriptions.  We as Stylists cannot take on this role. 

Marketplace solutions, still under the doctor’s advice umbrella, such as Vitamin supplements can also possibly help improve hair growth.  These are generally not certified by the FDA but can sometimes help in the overall health and strength of hair, stimulate hair growth or help to reduce inflammation that contributes to an increase in cortisol (stress hormone) levels that could result in hair loss.

Additionally, Light Therapy such as hair helmets and hair headbands offer follicle stimulation are now a booming business.  These machines can be investigated via one’s dermatologist.  Topical medicinal products such as Rogaine (5% Minoxidil) as well as a prescription strength 15% Minoxidil can be recommended and possibly prescribed by a dermatologist. 

Please note that everything we have reviewed so far are good to be aware of, but all need to be referred to a physician and NEVER recommended by a Stylist. 

Stay tuned for Philip Pelusi Chic Geek Hair Loss Part 2 where we look at what we can do as Stylists to help with hair loss issues! Everything from products to color, styling and more!

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The Philip Pelusi Chic Geek by Nikki ~ Product Education Director

Philip Pelusi Humectants (moisture binding ingredients) play a huge role in the health and performance of the hair and scalp, especially in the winter.  For hair to perform properly, look shiny and be healthy it needs to contain an 8 – 10% moisture content even when the hair appears and feels to be physically dry.

When hair drops below the 8% level, it gets static and appears dry, dull and will not hold color as well.  So, how do we lock in this essential moisture?  Simple!  Use Philip Pelusi products!  They all contain Philip’s weightless moisture micro-emulsions especially Philip’s instant and deep conditioners. 

Ingredients like his Patent Pending Hydro-Charged Pelusi Ceramide Complex, Cassia Angustiolia Seed, Hyaluronic Acid, Matricaria, Sodium PCA, Grapeseed, Asafetida, Sodium Hyaluronate, Guar and more.  Philip literally has hundreds of unique moisture binding humectants with the goal that every hair texture, fine, medium or coarse, all need hydration. 

These ingredients last in the hair fiber for days, depending on porosity, and with reapplication hair will always maintain its proper moisture level.  The result is healthy looking, shiny hair!

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The Philip Pelusi Chic Geek by Nikki ~ Product Education Director

The words zero-gravity usually bring to mind astronauts floating in space.  But that’s how Philip’s weightless moisturizers work in the hair!  Philip’s smart technology products are loaded with humectants that lock essential moisture deep inside the hair fiber. 

They help protect from heat styling and color/chemical services, create shine, help hold color, reduce static and all without weighing the hair down.  That’s why we refer to them as zero-gravity or weightless! 

As stylists we can then hydrate any texture and scalp leaving them with a light, never-heavy feeling.  Other products try to create the illusion of moisture by coating the outside of the hair/scalp with cheap polymers that make hair temporarily “feel good” while wet, but do not have any substantial benefits. 

Instead Philip’s hundreds of revolutionary humectants; Patent Pending Hydro-Charged Pelusi Ceramide Complex, Cassia Angustiolia Seed, Hyaluronic Acid, Milk Thistle Oil, Matricaria, Sunflower Seed, Blackberry, Grapeseed, Asafetida, Honey and Guar, just to name a few, have incredible long-lasting effects!

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The Chic Geek is a totally unique on-going column on The Chic Geek (busystylist.com) where we do a deep dive on every Philip Pelusi formula and ingredient! 

Chic, because every Philip Pelusi product and ingredient leads to beautiful, healthy, luxurious looking hair that you as our talented Philip Pelusi Designers create every day!  Great science makes for beautiful hair!

Geek, because these articles reveal the powerful science behind every product formula and ingredient Philip creates!  Interesting, informative and powerful!  Great information to share with guests as you will learn about their incredible creation process and what they can do to transform the hair! 

These short, fun articles, penned by our Product Education Director Nikki, give you the knowledge and confidence to speak easily about everything in the Philip Pelusi product realm.

Located right here on The Chic Geek (busystylist.com), scroll through the hundreds of articles on up time and in between guests as time allows.  So, get your Chic Geek on starting today!

The Chic Geek by Nikki ~ Product Education Director

Let’s face it, the higher quality the hair fabric the better our design looks and the happier the guest!  This was Philip’s exact motivation to create his cosmeceutical breakthrough the Hydro-Charged Pelusi Ceramide Complex! 

After years in the making, this exclusive Patent Pending Micro-emulsion (micro meaning small molecule, emulsion meaning mixture) helps restore hair to a healthier state by penetrating the hair fiber and binding plant derived ceramides to reinforce damaged sites making hair perform more like stronger, healthy hair.

Philip’s revolutionary Hydro-Charged Pelusi Ceramide Complex helps keep the cuticle layer tightly in-tact helping to seal in color molecules further protecting the customers color investment and the designers color creation!  Scalp and hair retain more moisture to help resist against damaging factors such as color, chemicals and thermal styling. 

Bottom line…hair will feel and look healthier, more lustrous and shiny.  Better fabric means better design!  Remember we wear our hair everyday and so do our guests!  You will find the Hydro-Charged Pelusi Ceramide Complex in every P2 by Philip Pelusi Shampoo and Conditioner as well as throughout the entire P2 and Tela Beauty Organics product lines.

The Philip Pelusi Chic Geek is a treasure trove of in-depth Philip Pelusi ingredient knowledge.  To see all Chic Geeks go to… The Chic Geek – Busy Stylist

The Chic Geek is a totally unique on-going column on The Chic Geek (busystylist.com) where we do a deep dive on every Philip Pelusi formula and ingredient! 

Chic, because every Philip Pelusi product and ingredient leads to beautiful, healthy, luxurious looking hair that you as our talented Philip Pelusi Designers create every day!  Great science makes for beautiful hair!

Geek, because these articles reveal the powerful science behind every product formula and ingredient Philip creates!  Interesting, informative and powerful!  Great information to share with guests as you learn about their incredible creation process and what they can do to transform the hair! 

These short, fun articles, penned by our Product Education Director Nikki, give you the knowledge and confidence to speak easily about everything in the Philip Pelusi product realm.

Located right here on The Chic Geek (busystylist.com), scroll through the hundreds of articles on up time and in between guests as time allows.  So, get your Chic Geek on starting today!

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Need education on these revolutionary reformulations?  Click on The Chic Geek (busystylist.com) and check out the 4 BIG education posts with all the details!  Don’t miss out! 

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