Kansas Barber Practice Exam

What does a skin test determine before a color treatment?

1. Hair texture

2. Allergic reactions or sensitivities

3. Color choice

4. Hair density

The correct answer is: Allergic reactions or sensitivities

A skin test is a critical step in the process of preparing for a color treatment, as it identifies any allergic reactions or sensitivities that a client may have to the hair dye or its ingredients. This precautionary measure helps to ensure the safety of the client and prevent any potential adverse reactions, such as itching, swelling, or more severe allergic responses, which could result from the application of the product. Conducting a skin test allows the stylist to ascertain that the color treatment can be applied without causing harm, thus safeguarding the health and comfort of the client during and after the service. The other options focus on aspects of hair characteristics and preferences, but they do not address the primary purpose of the skin test, which is ensuring a safe color application. Hair texture, color choice, and hair density are important elements considered during hair services but do not relate to the determination of allergies or sensitivities that the skin test is designed for.