CMP Color Theory & Application 2

Question 1

A client with yellow-toned skin asks for a nail color that will make her feet look more neutral. Which undertone in a polish would best counteract the yellow?

Accepted Answer

Purple or violet undertones

Answer

Purple/violet sits opposite yellow on the color wheel, neutralizing yellow undertones in skin.

Question 2

Which color scheme uses three colors equally spaced around the color wheel?

Accepted Answer

Triadic

Answer

A triadic color scheme uses three hues evenly spaced 120° apart on the color wheel.

Question 3

When mixing nail art pigments, adding white to a pure hue creates a:

Accepted Answer

Tint

Answer

A tint is created by adding white to a pure hue, making it lighter.

Question 4

A client requests a 'muted' coral polish. Which technique achieves this effect?

Accepted Answer

Mix the coral with its complementary color or gray

Answer

Adding a complementary color or gray reduces saturation, creating a muted or toned-down version of the hue.

Question 5

For a client with very dark skin, which nail color family provides maximum visual contrast and pop?

Accepted Answer

Bright neons and vivid jewel tones

Answer

High-chroma neons and vivid jewel tones contrast strongly against deep skin tones for maximum visual impact.

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CMP Color Theory & Application 2