Cosmetology Program

Chapter 21: Haircoloring

Color Theory, Application Techniques & Formulation|37 Questions|Board Exam Prep

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Vocabulary Matching

Match each numbered term with the correct lettered definition. Write the letter in the blank.

Terms

1.Level

2.Tone

3.Primary colors

4.Secondary colors

5.Complementary colors

6.Developer (oxidizer)

7.Permanent color

8.Semi-permanent color

9.Demi-permanent color

10.Decolorizer (lightener)

Definitions

A.The warmth or coolness of a hair color: warm (gold, red, orange), cool (ash, blue, violet), or neutral

B.Red, yellow, and blue; fundamental colors that cannot be created by mixing other colors

C.Colors created by mixing two primary colors: green, orange, and violet

D.Hydrogen peroxide solution mixed with hair color to activate the coloring process and open the cuticle

E.Hair color that uses a developer and alkaline color to penetrate the cortex and permanently alter hair color

F.A no-developer hair color that coats the cuticle and slightly penetrates the cortex; gradually fades

G.A chemical product used to remove artificial or natural color from hair by diffusing melanin pigment

H.A low-volume developer color that deposits in the cortex without significantly lifting

I.The degree of lightness or darkness of a hair color, measured on a scale of 1 (black) to 10 (lightest blonde)

J.Colors positioned directly opposite each other on the color wheel; used to neutralize unwanted tones

Fill in the Blank

Complete each statement with the correct term or phrase.

Question 11Fill in the Blank

Hair color level is measured on a scale of 1 (black) to (lightest blonde).

Question 12Fill in the Blank

The three primary colors in hair color theory are red, yellow, and .

Question 13Fill in the Blank

Complementary colors are positioned directly each other on the color wheel.

Question 14Fill in the Blank

Developer contains peroxide and is used to activate permanent and demi-permanent hair color.

Question 15Fill in the Blank

A test should be performed 24-48 hours before a color service to check for allergic reactions.

Question 16Fill in the Blank

Permanent hair color penetrates the layer of the hair to deposit and alter color.

Question 17Fill in the Blank

The natural pigment that gives hair its color is called .

Question 18Fill in the Blank

Volume 20 developer lifts the hair approximately level(s).

Multiple Choice

Select the best answer for each board-exam style question.

Question 19Multiple Choice

The level system in hair color refers to:

A. The warmth or coolness of color

B. The degree of lightness or darkness

C. The chemical strength of the formula

D. The processing time needed

Question 20Multiple Choice

Which pair of colors are complementary on the color wheel?

A. Red and yellow

B. Blue and green

C. Red and green

D. Yellow and orange

Question 21Multiple Choice

Permanent hair color requires which component to work?

A. Only water

B. A developer (hydrogen peroxide)

C. Setting lotion

D. Neutralizer

Question 22Multiple Choice

A predisposition (patch) test should be performed:

A. Only on first-time clients

B. Never

C. 24-48 hours before every color service

D. Only for lightening services

Question 23Multiple Choice

Semi-permanent color:

A. Requires a developer and lifts the hair

B. Deposits color without lifting and gradually fades

C. Is mixed with bleach

D. Permanently changes the hair structure

Question 24Multiple Choice

To neutralize unwanted orange tones, a colorist would use:

A. More orange pigment

B. A blue-based toner

C. Yellow pigment

D. Red-based color

Question 25Multiple Choice

The natural pigment in hair is called:

A. Keratin

B. Cortex

C. Melanin

D. Cuticle

Question 26Multiple Choice

Volume 40 developer is used primarily for:

A. Deposit-only color

B. Maximum lift in lightening services

C. Toning already lightened hair

D. Semi-permanent applications

True / False

Write T for True or F for False in the blank.

Question 27True / False

Level 1 is the lightest on the hair color scale and level 10 is the darkest.

Question 28True / False

Complementary colors neutralize each other when mixed.

Question 29True / False

Semi-permanent color requires a developer to process.

Question 30True / False

A patch test should be performed 24-48 hours before a color service.

Question 31True / False

Permanent hair color can lighten (lift) natural hair color.

Question 32True / False

Melanin is the natural pigment that gives hair its color.

Question 33True / False

Higher volume developers provide more lift but less deposit.

Question 34True / False

Demi-permanent color significantly lightens the hair.

Short Answer

Answer each question in 2-3 complete sentences.

Question 35Short Answer

Explain the law of color using primary, secondary, and tertiary colors. How does a colorist use complementary colors to correct unwanted tones?

Question 36Short Answer

Describe the differences between permanent, demi-permanent, and semi-permanent hair color.

Question 37Short Answer

Why is a predisposition (patch) test essential before every color service?