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HOW TO USE Philip Kingsley ELASTICIZER

September 18, 2019 · 11 Comments

Many consider Philip Kingsley Elasticizer a holy grail hair rescue product. We are amongst them. But for some, Elasticizer is just meh. Lyn and Lee loved it immediately. But Courtney took a few treatments to see any results. The variance may depend on a few factors, such as how Elastin-starved the hair is.

Proper application for best product absorption is key to benefit from Elasticizer. Not sure how to use Philip Kingsley Elasticizer? Read our top ten tips below.

Philip Kingsley Elasticizer is a thick, creamy formula that absorbs well

Philip Kingsley Elasticizer is a thick, creamy formula that absorbs well using these application tips

Ten TIPS FOR HOW TO USE ELASTICIZER

  1. Apply Elasticizer to damp hair prior to shampooing. Smooth Elasticizer into the length of the hair to help it absorb. Absorption is the key. It won’t accomplish nearly as much just sitting on the hair surface. How to do it: I apply it to a small section of hair. Then place the hair section between two fingers and gently squeegee the product down the hair length to assist absorption.
  2. There is no harm in applying Elasticizer closer to the scalp, but it is a bit of a waste. It is most beneficial applied to lengths down to the ends. I focus extra on areas I heat style with my curling wand – bangs, money pieces, and ends. Some suggest applying from the ear down to the ends.
  3. I like to use a processing cap or hair towel to let it stay moist. As long as it stays damp, it continues to work.
  4. It takes about five minutes to absorb into the hair. Leave Elasticizer in for a minimum of ten minutes, or even overnight in a covered cap or towel. In the Kingsley Clinics in New York and London, they leave Elasticizer in for 30 minutes.
  5. Heat intensifies the penetration. Wear Elasticizer while exercising, at the beach or sunbathing, or while taking a steam.
  6. It rinses out clean. For optimal results, shampoo and condition afterward.
  7. The packaging says Elasticizer can remove hair color or impede coloring. Don’t use Elasticizer for 3 days before and after coloring. I ignored these directions and found out it is true. Olive Oil can remove fresh color.
  8. For sections that don’t absorb after 30 minutes, I re-wet the hair and repeat the tip #1 squeegee process.
  9. Elasticizer is an excellent creamy base for your favorite hair oil. Sometimes I add a few drops of Jojoba or Avocado.
  10. Use the proper Elasticizer formulation for your hair type. PK Elasticizer Extreme is for coarse, naturally coiled, or very damaged hair. Fine and Medium texture hair should use Elasticizer Intensive.

We find the benefits are cumulative. Courtney initially didn’t see much difference, but after second use, she was wowed by the results. Lyn’s coarse hair benefits from Elasticizer Intense, but especially from Elasticizer Extreme.

TIP: gently squeegee Elasticizer into the hair to aid absorption.
Philip Kingsley Elasticizer

Philip Kingsley Elasticizer

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find Philip Kingsley Elasticizer at PhilipKingsley.com, BlueMercury and Violet Grey


Questions? Comments?

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Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Hair, Haircare, How to..., Pre-Shampoo Hair Treatments + Pre Poo Hair Conditioning Remedies
Tagged: How to Treat Brittle Hair, How to Use Elasticizer, Philip Kingsley Elasticizer, Tips for Elasticizer

Comments

  1. Chrissy Goode says

    September 18, 2019 at 9:25 PM

    I love Elasticizer!

    Reply
  2. Lise Banner says

    September 18, 2019 at 9:41 PM

    It took me about six uses but then I was hooked! I really hope they never stop making it.

    Reply
    • Style Chicks says

      September 18, 2019 at 10:28 PM

      We all second that! It would be a very sad day if they stopped making Kingsley Elasticizer!

      Reply
  3. Cara Seabrooke says

    September 18, 2019 at 9:55 PM

    Yeah Lise is right – it took a couple of weeks for me too.

    Reply
    • Style Chicks says

      September 18, 2019 at 10:31 PM

      It really all depends on your hair needs, I think. I (Courtney) don’t color my hair and I try not to use heat styling tools too much, but my hair is long and long hair loses elastin over time. So it took a little longer for my hair to respond than the other ladies in the office. But we aren’t talking months here – my hair looked fantastic after the 3rd or 4th treatment, and started looking much better after the second treatment.

      Reply
  4. Nicole says

    September 18, 2019 at 10:11 PM

    I love squeezing it into my hair. I get a lot of satisfaction out of knowing that I’m really getting it into my hair. 😉

    Nic

    Reply
    • Style Chicks says

      September 18, 2019 at 10:32 PM

      Isn’t that the best feeling???????????? 🙂

      Reply
  5. Avis Huddleston says

    September 18, 2019 at 11:19 PM

    Oh I love that picture of the Elasticizer spilling out – it has the most lux consistency!

    Reply
    • Style Chicks says

      September 19, 2019 at 1:21 AM

      🙂

      The texture really is luxurious, isn’t it?

      Reply
  6. Vera Tailor says

    September 19, 2019 at 1:17 AM

    I didn’t know that about Olive Oil and removing color – thanks for the heads up!

    Reply
    • Style Chicks says

      September 19, 2019 at 1:22 AM

      It was a surprise to us as well but it makes sense. Just make sure to not use it around when you color, but other than that timing, it will keep your color shiny and gorgeous! 🙂

      Reply

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