A full consultation will be carried out on every client prior to their service. For cuts and restyling etc the consultation will be carried out just before the service, however with colouring the consultation will need to be carried out at least 48 hours prior to service. This will enable us to determine what product and methods are to be used, the shade of tints to be used, and for the appropriate tests to be carried out to ensure that the hair is in the condition required and no reactions will occur. Also at this stage for colouring a £20 deposit will need to be paid to confirm the appointment.

Skin Tests

A skin test determines whether the client will have an allergic reaction to the products used. It needs to be carried out at least 48 hours prior to the colour service, to ensure a reaction will not happen. Once this test is carried out it will last for 6 months, and after that period you will need to be tested again. This is done by: - mixing a small amount of tint with a small amount of peroxide. A small amount is then placed on the skin, either behind the ear, on the crease of the arm or behind the knee. Then left for 48 hours. If a reaction occurs then the service will not be able to proceed.

This test is only required for quasi permanent and permanent services, and not for semi permanent or bleach.

This test is carried out prior to a chemical service. It will determine if metallic salts are found in the hair, which can cause damage to the hair structure and affecting any chemical used. If metallic salts are found a chemical service will not be able to proceed, but a course of re-structurants and conditioning treatments will be recommended. This test is done by:- cutting a very small section of hair and placing it into a plastic bowl, then a mix of peroxide and perm solution is placed in the bowl, and left for 30 minutes.