The Bite Magazine - Autumn/Winter 2023 - Issue 34

Cristina Lloyd discovered the scientifically formulated hair products created by trichologist consultancy and hair brand Philip Kingsley for maintaining healthy hair. bitehair A t age 16, Philip Kingsley’s passion for hair started when he began assisting at his uncle’s hairdressing salon in London’s East End. He used this experience to save money to study at the Institute of Trichologists in Harley Street. Even at a young age, he recognised the profound psychological significance of hair for men and women and understood how important hair is for a person’s self-esteem. Thus, he dedicated his career to helping people achieve healthy hair. Philip's innovative insights accomplished many firsts in the field, such as being the first hair professional to encourage hair health through nutrition and wellbeing. He coined the phrase ‘bad hair day’ and created the world's first pre-shampoo conditioner, Elasticizer, exclusively for Audrey Hepburn. His expertise bridged the gap between science and beauty and earned him many awards and accolades. He was called the Hair Guru by the New York Times, Hair Wizard by Vogue and Hair Doctor by the Sunday Times. Brand President and Consultant Trichologist Anabel Kingsley continue her father's legacy into the next generation of hair care. Revolutionary products such as Bond Builder Split End Remedy help to protect and strengthen existing bonds and repair broken ones while instantly sealing split ends for more substantial, visibly healthier hair. Vitamin C Jelly detoxifying hair and scalp treatment removes impurities caused by hard water, minerals, pollution and product build-up to reveal weightless, soft and strong hair. No Scent No Colour Gentle Shampoo and Conditioner, inspired by Philip's wife's battle with breast cancer, was initially formulated to be gentle enough for her to use when undergoing chemotherapy. The brand donated 50p from the sale of every bottle of the shampoo and conditioner to Look Good Feel Better, a cancer support charity dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing and self-confidence of individuals undergoing cancer treatment during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. The Density Protein Spray detangles, strengthens, heat protects and adds bulk through the mid-lengths and hair ends. It’s specifically formulated to add volume to fine, fragile hair without drying or tangling it. Pure Blonder/Silver Brightening Daily Shampoo, expertly crafted with optical brighteners and violet hues, refreshes dull, brassy blonde and grey hair. The award-winning heat-activated Maximiser Root Boosting Spray provides instant root lift, thickens hair and helps with frizz control and flyaways. For the festive season and year-round activities, try Philip Kingsley's Retro Gift Collection, consisting of Mega Volume, Megawatt Shine and Super Strength Stocking Filler. Instead of using vintage velcro rollers, look to the Mega Volume Body Building Collection Christmas Limited Edition for fine hair in need of a boost this party season. It includes the award-winning pre-shampoo Elasticizer Deep Conditional Treatment, clinically proven to reduce breakage and bring dry, fizzy, tangled strands back to life. The Body Building Weightless Shampoo is formulated to add natural volume, body and bounce to fine hair. Its companion, the Body Building Weightless Conditioner, hydrates fine, flat, flyaway hair when applied to the mid-lengths and ends. The Maximizer Strand Plumping Cream is a styling cream to smooth frizz and flyaways and delivers instant volume to fine, limp locks. With this product, you can say hello to healthier, shinier hair and effortless styling. Megawatt Shine Moisture Balancing Collection is another solution to ensure shiny, healthy hair. It delivers the “right splash of moisture to combination hair (oily roots and dry ends)” and may leave your “strands so healthy; they’ll shine as brightly as disco balls!” This powerhouse also includes the signature Elasticizer Deep Conditional Treatment alongside the Moisture Balancing Combination Shampoo and Conditioner and Finishing Touch Polishing Serum, which nourishes, protects and controls the hair. Super Strength Hydration & Shine Stocking Filler restores bounce and shine and unites the ultimate treatments for healthier, stronger strands. It contains the signature Elasticizer Deep Conditional Treatment and Elasti-Styler 5-in-1 Treatment that primes, tames and conditions your hair ready for styling. The leave-in, multitasking, pre-styling serum contains a blend of nourishing, easily absorbed Babassu and Olive Oils plus vitamin E to optimise your styling experience for beautifully silky, healthy hair. Philip Kingsley’s hair care products are available online. They also have a team of leading Trichologists at their clinics in Mayfair, London and Manhattan, New York, offering advice and hair spa treatments. www.philipkingsley.co.uk Philip Kingsley