207 exam prep

Open Ended

What are some potential risks or challenges people might face when colouring their hair?

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to consider health and safety when colouring hair?

• To prevent allergic reactions and injuries

• To make the hair colour last longer

• To save time during the process

• To use less hair dye

Multiple Select

Match the following hair and skin tests to their correct purpose: Elasticity test, Porosity test, Incompatibility test, Test cutting, Development test, Skin test.

• To test the strength of the cortex

• To check if the client is allergic to the tint

• To see if the colour process will be successful

• To see if the colour process is ready

• To feel the condition of the cuticles

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an open question you could ask a client during a consultation?

• Is it just your roots?

• Have you managed to style it at home?

• What service are you here for today?

• Do you want the same as last time?

Open Ended

What are some effective questions you could ask a client during a colour consultation to ensure you understand their needs and preferences?

Fill in the Blank

Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is commonly used in hair colouring. Fill in the blank: Hydrogen peroxide acts as a _______ agent in the hair colouring process.

Multiple Select

Which of the following products require specific mixing ratios when preparing for hair colouring? Select all that apply.

• Quazi permanent

• Toner

• Permanent

• High lift

Multiple Choice

What is the chemical formula for hydrogen peroxide?

• H2O2

• H2O

• O2

• H2O3

Open Ended

How would you convert the percentage strengths of hydrogen peroxide (3%, 6%, 9%, 12%) into their corresponding volume strengths, and why is this conversion important in hairdressing?

Multiple Select

Which of the following are uses of hydrogen peroxide in hairdressing?

• To darken hair

• To add tone

• To cover 100% white hair

• To bleach clothes

Fill in the Blank

Oxidation is the ___ of oxygen to a chemical reaction or process.

Open Ended

Explain the steps and benefits of using a pre-color treatment before coloring porous hair.

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose of a pre-color treatment for porous hair?

• To even out porosity and prepare hair for color

• To lighten hair

• To darken hair

• To remove hair color

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a point to consider before beginning a hair coloring service?

• Natural depth

• Temperature of the salon

• Results of tests

• Brand of the salon

Multiple Choice

According to the International Colour Code (ICC), what does the number before the slash (/) represent in a hair color code such as 6/00?

• The tonal color

• The percentage of white hair

• The depth of the color

• The condition of the hair

Open Ended

Explain the significance of depth and tone in the International Colour Code (ICC) system for hair coloring.

Open Ended

How do we take colour away?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about removing artificial hair color by oxidation is correct?

• The lightener coats the hair shaft and covers the color.

• The lightener penetrates the cuticle and oxidizes the artificial color.

• The lightener only works on natural hair color.

• The lightener changes the hair texture permanently.

Fill in the Blank

Restoring pH after a color treatment is done by using an anti-oxy conditioner, also known as a ___ colour treatment.

Fill in the Blank

After a hair coloring service, it is important to advise the client about the type of ___ to use.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT typically included in aftercare advice for hair coloring services?

• Type of shampoo & conditioning products

• How to style hair to avoid damage

• Recommended hair color brands

• Further services to benefit hair

Open Ended

Can you list the key points of aftercare advice for hair coloring services?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a necessary test to carry out before colouring hair?

• Patch test

• Strand test

• Skin allergy test

• Vision test

Open Ended

What are some important health and safety considerations to keep in mind when colouring hair?