Consultation should include

• identifying factors that might affect services
  • previous coloring services
  • medications that could cause a reaction to the chemicals
  • relevant medical conditions (e.g., hormonal changes, allergic reaction)
  • the expected outcome
• recording information (e.g., name, address, telephone number, prior coloring services, strand test results and timing) on a consultation card.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What type of previous service could affect the coloring service?
• What questions should a barber ask prior to a coloring service?
• How does a client's lifestyle affect his choice of service?
• Why is it important to check the porosity of the hair?
• How does one check elasticity before a coloring service?
• How can visual aids be used effectively during the consultation?
• Why is it important to record consultation information on a record card?
• Why is it important to record all analysis notes, strand test information, results, and timing?