Application should include
- following manufacturer instructions
- checking the results of the patch test
- sanitizing hands and implements
- pre-shampooing the client's hair, if required
- towel-blotting hair and removing tangles
- applying color neatly around the hairline to minimize the staining of the skin
- combing the hair color through and adding more, if needed
- performing a strand test for the desired results
- rinsing hair and/or shampooing, as directed by manufacturer
- removing stains from the skin
- reconditioning hair.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What is the importance of reading manufacturer instructions?
- Why is pre-shampooing important before a temporary color service?
- How is color applied with the applicator bottle?