Philip Kingsley is the world's most respected authority on hair and scalp health. With clinics in both London and New York City, Philip has been providing his clients with solutions for extreme hair and scalp problems for 55 years. Dubbed the 'Hair Guru' by the New York Times, Philip Kingsley's clientele boasts royalty, celebrities and many more.
In 1997, Philip released a line of hair and scalp products that addressed a range of hair textures and scalp conditions. Kingsley’s famed Elasticizer hair treatment was custom created for Audrey Hepburn’s hair, which had become dull and dry due to constant processing.
Expert Q & A with Philip Kingsley:
Q: What do you love most about what you do?
A: I love the fact that I often change (for the better) the life of the people that come to see me, particularly those with hair loss issues. The psychological significance of hair is huge, and to resolve these problems is an unprecedented morale boost.
Q: What is the most important piece of advice you would give to people regarding care of the scalp and hair?
A: The most important aspect of hair care is frequent shampooing- preferably daily.
Q: What is your selection process for creating the very best products in scalp and hair care?
A: I am in a unique position: working with a world-class team of experts and Trichotherapists. Add to this my ability to try out new products on real people in a real environment with the best quality ingredients and formulation expertise, I am able to hone in on the products that are consistently most effective for various hair and scalp types.
Q: If there were one type of product that you would recommend as "splurge worthy" in hair care maintenance, which would you say is the most important in the process?
A: Elasticizer is my most iconic and international award-winning product.
Q: What has been the most significant defining moment in your career?
A: When I met Audrey Hepburn in 1974 and achieved what she desired for her hair by creating, for her, the first pre-shampoo deep remoisturizing treatment- eventually named Elasticizer!
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