This look was created and photographed in the 1970’s but equally looks like it could have been created this week!  Philip’s work is so timeless, this look is all the buzz in today’s beauty blogs.  This also marked the introduction of the Philip Pelusi VoluWave Collection of perm formulations and techniques designed by Philip himself.  The Voluwave gave the texture but Philip created the cut with his Volumetric The Pelusi Method Haircutting System.

Philip shares, “This look was inspired by the Grecian and Roman Goddesses.  Creating modern and intricate shapes with texture and precise haircutting.  This design was natural dried using our Pelusi Styling Lotion which was similar to our Tela Curl of My Dreams and P2 ReCurl of today.  The rerm wash and wear hair was born!”

Behind The Scenes…

Photo and Photo Styling by Philip Pelusi

Volumetric Haircut, Voluwave Perm, Styling by Philip Pelusi

Shoot locations ~ Milan, The Philip Pelusi Bank Center Salon and Training center circa 1976/1977

Philip Pelusi Products – Color Guard Shampoo, HiPro (today P2 DailyHaiRX), Lo Soft, Styling Lotion

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Stars and trendsetters from Janet Jackson, Demi Moore, Boy George to Madonna and more where crimping their locks in the 80’s, making it one of the most sought-after hair trends of that decade.  And as always Philip Pelusi was part of this mega trend with this vivacious double processed blonde model.

Besides the chic clothes, hair and makeup, this shoot location was also so awesomely 80’s, taking place at the old Iron City Brewery located on the South Side of Pittsburgh.  Totally tubular dude!  Just Google it, LOL, it’s totally spot on.

Behind The Scenes…

Volumetric Haircut, Hair Color, Styling and Crimping by Philip Pelusi

Photo and Photo Styling by Philip Pelusi

Clothes by Max Alto

Sunglasses ~ Model’s own

Shoot location ~ Old Iron City Brewery located on the South Side of Pittsburgh

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Two beautiful models, gorgeous gowns, intricately styled hair, and bold beguiling makeup.  Film noir Hollywood glam from the 30’s and 50’s meets the 1990’s, in this amazing visual presentation by Philip and The Philip Pelusi Talent Group, led by Jeffrey R and Sam C at the time. 

Philip and his team were showcasing the art of hair crafting and design as part of a Philip Pelusi road show presentation for the introduction of our P2 Product line in New York City and Philadelphia.

Philip shares, “Interestingly I was inspired for this collection after waking up at 2:00 in the morning and watching classic movies and the master still photographers of classic movies.”

Photo and Lighting by Philip Pelusi

Hair by Philip Pelusi, Sam C and Jeffrey R

Clothes by Max Alto

Philip Pelusi Products ~ P2 Moisturesheen Shampoo and Conditioner, P2 Honey, P2 Fluid Spray, P2 Rivet and P2 Industrial

Shoot Location ~ The Philip Pelusi Center for Talent Development

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Madonna, Cyndi Lauper, Blondie, and Philip’s rockin’ model photo spread created in the 80’s!  With an edgy Volumetric The Pelusi Method Haircut, slicked back styling, double processed hair, and totally 80’s garb, these images make us want to sing Girls Just Wanna Have Fun!

Philip shares, “The photos were taken at the old Iron City Brewery on the South Side in 1986.  Today’s it’s known as the building that has a big clock on it located around 21st and Sara St.  It was a collaboration between myself and Curtis Reeves an Artist for a project he was doing.”

Behind The Scenes…

Photo and Lighting by Philip Pelusi

Volumetric Haircut and Hair Color by Philip Pelusi

Shoot Concept by Curtis Reeves and Philip Pelusi

Philip Pelusi Products ~ P2 Divercity Shampoo (now P2 Moisturesheen), P2 Xtreme, P2 Moisturizing Conditioner (now P2 Moisturesheen), P2 Power Gel

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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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