Cosmetology Hair Coloring and Color Theory 3

Question 1

Color correction is most commonly required when:

Accepted Answer

Previously applied hair color produced undesirable results that need to be fixed

Answer

Color correction involves correcting hair that has been improperly colored — such as uneven results, unwanted tones, or drastic color changes — to achieve the desired outcome.

Question 2

To neutralize unwanted brassy orange tones in lightened hair, a colorist should use a toner containing:

Accepted Answer

Blue or violet tones

Answer

Blue and violet tones are complementary to orange and yellow on the color wheel, so they neutralize brassiness in lightened hair.

Question 3

When lightening hair that was previously colored with permanent color, what step is typically required before recoloring?

Accepted Answer

Color removal or stripping

Answer

Artificial pigment from permanent color must first be removed via a color remover or stripper before a new, lighter shade can be applied evenly.

Question 4

A 'color filler' is most often used on hair that has been:

Accepted Answer

Over-processed and is lacking natural underlying pigment

Answer

Color filler replenishes missing contributing pigment in over-processed or previously lightened hair so that the new color result is even and true-to-tone.

Question 5

What is the recommended sequence when transitioning a client from very dark hair to a light blonde shade?

Accepted Answer

Pre-lighten the hair first, then tone it to the desired blonde shade

Answer

Dark hair must be pre-lightened (bleached) to remove the natural and artificial pigment before a toner is applied to achieve an even, desired blonde shade.

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Cosmetology Hair Coloring and Color Theory 3