NIC Esthetician Written ExamTreatment ProceduresEasy
A client is scheduled for a makeup application for a professional photoshoot. She has minor redness around her nose and chin. To effectively neutralize this redness, which color corrector should the technician apply before foundation?
- APurple
- BOrange
- CYellow
- DGreen
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. Green
According to color theory, green is directly opposite red on the color wheel. Applying a green color corrector will neutralize and minimize the appearance of redness on the skin, creating an even base for foundation.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Purple (or lavender) corrects yellow or sallow undertones.
- B. Orange (or peach) corrects blue or deep purple tones, especially effective on darker skin tones for undereye circles.
- C. Yellow corrects purple or blue undertones, such as dark undereye circles.
Color Correcting (Redness)
The use of an opposite color on the color wheel to neutralize unwanted skin tones before applying foundation.
- Green corrects red.
- Yellow corrects purple/blue.
- Purple corrects yellow/sallow.
- Orange/peach corrects blue/deep purple on darker skin.
Memory trick: Opposite Colors Erase Imperfections