California Barber Written ExamHair Care ServicesMedium
A client has previously colored hair that is now a level 7 (medium blonde) with visible warm, yellow-orange tones that she dislikes. Which color-correcting tone should the barber use to neutralize these unwanted tones?
- AGold
- BYellow
- CBlue-Violet
- DRed
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Blue-Violet
According to the color wheel, blue-violet directly opposes yellow-orange. Therefore, a blue-violet toner or color additive is used to neutralize unwanted yellow-orange tones in the hair, resulting in a more neutral or cooler blonde.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Gold would further enhance the yellow tones, making the problem worse.
- B. Yellow would also intensify the unwanted yellow tones.
- D. Red would intensify warmth and brassiness.
Color Neutralization (Yellow-Orange)
The process of using a complementary color on the color wheel to counteract and cancel out unwanted yellow-orange tones in hair, typically achieved with a blue-violet based product.
- Based on the principles of the color wheel.
- Blue-violet neutralizes yellow-orange.
- Used in toning or color correction services.
Memory trick: Blue-Violet's Cool Kiss for Yellow-Orange's Warmth