Tools and Materials required for Strand Test:
Procedure:
- Spray water bottle
- Shampoo
- Waterproof cape
- Towels
- Protective gloves
- Plastic clips
- Color brushes
- Selected haircolor
- Applicator brush or bottle
- Glass or plastic mixing bowl
- Aluminum foil or plastic wrap
- Client record card
- Hydrogen peroxide developer
Procedure:
- Client consultation: examine the scalp and hair.
- Drape your client.
- Take a ½ inch strand of hair in the lower crown for the strand test.
- Apply color: place foil under the strand and apply color mixture.
- Check the hair strand at five minute intervals for development until desired affect is achieved; note timing.
- Shampoo the strand: remove the foil, place a towel under the strand and spray with water, add shampoo, massage, rinse, and pat - dry the strand.
- Make adjustments where necessary to achieve the desired color.