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Understanding Hair Color Fundamentals Quiz

#1

Which pigment is responsible for giving hair its natural color?

Melanin
Explanation

Melanin determines the color of hair.

#2

What determines the shade of hair color?

The type of melanin
Explanation

The type of melanin present determines the shade of hair color.

#3

What role does developer play in hair coloring?

To lighten the hair color
Explanation

Developer lightens the hair color during the coloring process.

#4

What is the purpose of a glaze in hair coloring?

To add shine to the hair
Explanation

A glaze is used to add shine to the hair during coloring.

#5

Which ingredient is commonly used in hair color removers to strip artificial color from the hair?

Ammonia
Explanation

Ammonia is commonly used in hair color removers to strip artificial color.

#6

Which ingredient is often used in hair bleach to lighten the hair?

Hydrogen peroxide
Explanation

Hydrogen peroxide is often used in hair bleach to lighten hair.

#7

Which type of melanin contributes to red and yellow hair colors?

Pheomelanin
Explanation

Pheomelanin contributes to red and yellow hair colors.

#8

What does the term 'highlights' refer to in hair coloring?

Adding lighter strands to the hair
Explanation

Highlights involve adding lighter strands to the hair.

#9

What is the purpose of a toner in hair coloring?

To remove brassiness or unwanted tones
Explanation

A toner is used to remove brassiness or unwanted tones from hair.

#10

Which hair coloring technique involves painting color onto sections of the hair without the use of foils?

Balayage
Explanation

Balayage involves painting color onto sections of the hair without foils.

#11

Which type of hair coloring technique involves adding darker strands of color throughout the hair to create dimension?

Lowlights
Explanation

Lowlights involve adding darker strands of color throughout the hair for dimension.

#12

Which factor does NOT affect the outcome of hair color?

Room temperature
Explanation

Room temperature does not affect the outcome of hair color.

#13

Which hair color technique involves blending multiple shades seamlessly for a natural-looking result?

Color melting
Explanation

Color melting blends multiple shades seamlessly for a natural look.

#14

Which of the following is NOT a common method for semi-permanent hair coloring?

Hair dye with ammonia
Explanation

Hair dye with ammonia is not a common method for semi-permanent hair coloring.

#15

What is the primary difference between permanent and semi-permanent hair color?

Permanent color lasts longer
Explanation

Permanent color lasts longer compared to semi-permanent color.

#16

Which type of hair coloring technique is used to create a darker shade at the roots that gradually blends into lighter ends?

Shadow root
Explanation

Shadow root creates a darker shade at the roots blending into lighter ends.

#17

What is the purpose of a patch test before hair coloring?

To check for scalp sensitivity
Explanation

A patch test is done to check for scalp sensitivity before hair coloring.

#18

Which hair coloring technique involves adding subtle lighter strands throughout the hair?

Highlights
Explanation

Highlights involve adding subtle lighter strands throughout the hair.

#19

Which type of hair coloring technique involves applying color directly to the scalp to cover grays or roots?

Root touch-up
Explanation

Root touch-up involves applying color directly to the scalp to cover grays or roots.

#20

What is the primary purpose of a clarifying shampoo before a color service?

To remove product buildup
Explanation

Clarifying shampoo removes product buildup before a color service.

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