California Cosmetology Written ExamHaircoloringEasy
A client wants a fun, temporary blue streak for a weekend event with no lasting commitment. Which characteristic of temporary hair color makes it the best choice for this client?
- AIt permanently alters the hair's natural pigment through oxidation
- BIt contains large color molecules that coat the cuticle and wash out after one shampoo
- CIt requires mixing with 20 volume developer to deposit color
- DIt lifts the natural level while depositing a new tone
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. It contains large color molecules that coat the cuticle and wash out after one shampoo
Temporary color consists of large pigment molecules (certified colors/FD&C dyes) that simply coat the outside of the cuticle layer without penetrating the cortex, so they rinse out with the very next shampoo.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Describes permanent color, not temporary color
- C. Temporary color does not require developer at all
- D. Temporary color cannot lift natural pigment
Temporary Color
A color category with large pigment molecules that coat the cuticle layer and are removed with one shampoo.
- No developer or peroxide needed
- Lasts only until next shampoo
- Cannot lighten hair, only adds color on the surface
Memory trick: Think 'T-S-D-P': Temporary Shampoos out, Semi Stays a bit, Demi Deposits longer, Permanent Persists