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Hair Color Analysis Guide -

Professional Color Matching for Skin Tone & Eye Color

SKIN TONE ANALYSIS

WARM UNDERTONES: (Golden/Yellow/Peachy)

How to identify: Veins appear greenish, Gold jewelry looks better than silver. Skin has golden, yellow, or peachy undertones. Tans easily, rarely burns.

Best Hair Colors: Warm Browns: Chocolate, chestnut, auburn. Golden Blondes: Honey, caramel, golden blonde

Reds: Copper, strawberry blonde, warm auburn

Avoid: Ash tones, cool browns, platinum blonde.

COOL UNDERTONES (Pink/Blue/Red)

How to identify: Veins appear blue or purple, Silver jewelry looks better than gold, Skin has pink, red, or blue undertones. Burns easily, tans slowly.

Best Hair Colors: Ash Browns: Ash brown, mushroom brown, cool chocolate, Cool Blondes: Platinum, ash blonde, icy blonde ,Cool Reds: Burgundy, cherry red, cool auburn

Avoid: Golden tones, warm browns, brassy colors.

NEUTRAL UNDERTONES (Balanced)

How to identify: Veins appear blue-green - Both gold and silver jewelry look good. Balanced undertones Tans moderately.

Best Hair Colors: Versatile Options: Can wear both warm and cool tones. Balanced Browns: Medium brown, natural brown. Neutral Blondes: Beige blonde, natural blonde Flexible Reds: Natural auburn, balanced copper.

EYE COLOR ENHANCEMENT

BLUE EYES

Complementary Hair Colors:

Warm Tones: Golden blonde, honey, caramel (creates contrast).

Cool Tones: Ash blonde, platinum (harmonious) Rich Browns: Chocolate, chestnut

Avoid: Colors too similar to eye color

GREEN EYES

Complementary Hair Colors:

Reds: Auburn, copper, strawberry blonde (opposite on color wheel) Rich Browns: Chocolate, mahogany Golden Tones: Honey blonde, golden brown

Avoid: Green-tinted colors .

BROWN EYES

Complementary Hair Colors:

Most Versatile: Brown eyes work with almost any color

Warm Options: Caramel, honey, golden brown, auburn

Cool Options: Ash brown, cool chocolate

Bold Choices: Can handle dramatic changes well .

HAZEL EYES

Complementary Hair Colors:

Enhance Green Flecks: Auburn, copper, warm brown

Enhance Brown Flecks: Golden blonde, caramel

Neutral Options: Medium brown, honey blonde \

Versatile: Can change to bring out different eye colors .

PROFESSIONAL COLOR CONSULTATION QUESTIONS

LIFESTYLE ASSESSMENT

Q: How much time do you spend on hair daily?

High maintenance: Platinum blonde, fashion colors .

Low maintenance: Natural tones, balayage, ombre

Q: What's your profession/dress code?

Conservative: Natural colors, subtle highlights

Creative: Bold colors, fashion shades acceptable

Q: How often can you visit for touch-ups?

Every 4-6 weeks: Root touch-ups, all-over color

Every 8-12 weeks: Balayage, ombre, natural growing-out styles

HAIR HISTORY

Q: Has your hair been previously colored?

Virgin hair: More color options available

Previously colored: May need color correction first

Q: Any chemical treatments recently?

Recent perms/relaxers: Wait period may be needed.

Recent highlights: Consider color placement.

PERSONAL PREFERENCES

Q: Do you prefer natural or dramatic changes?

Natural: Stay within 2 shades of natural color.

Dramatic: Discuss maintenance and hair health

Q: Any colors you absolutely love or hate?

Work within preferences while suggesting flattering options

SEASONAL COLOR CONSIDERATIONS

SPRING PALETTE Characteristics:

Light, warm, clear Best Colors: Golden blonde, light caramel, strawberry blonde, light auburn.

SUMMER PALETTE Characteristics:

Light, cool, soft Best Colors: Ash blonde, platinum, light ash brown, cool highlights.

AUTUMN PALETTE Characteristics:

Deep, warm, rich Best Colors: Rich auburn, deep golden brown, copper, warm chocolate

WINTER PALETTE Characteristics:

Deep, cool, clear Best Colors: Deep ash brown, black, burgundy, cool dark chocolate.

COLOR CORRECTION GUIDELINES GOING LIGHTER

From Dark to Light: Multiple sessions required - Realistic Expectations: 2-3 levels per session maximum.

Hair Health: Assess condition before proceeding.

GOING DARKER Easier Process: Usually achievable in one session, Consider Undertones: Match to skin tone. Fading Factor: Darker colors may fade to reveal undertones.

COVERING GRAY Percentage Assessment: 25%, 50%, 75%+ gray coverage . Color Choice: Slightly lighter than natural for softer look. Maintenance: Root touch-ups every 4-6 weeks.

MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS -

HIGH MAINTENANCE COLORS

Platinum blonde, Fashion colors (pink, blue, etc.) All-over color with roots Frequency: Every 4-6 weeks.

MEDIUM MAINTENANCE COLORS -

Highlights with lowlights Balayage Ombre/sombre. Frequency: Every 8-10 weeks.

LOW MAINTENANCE COLORS -

Natural enhancement Subtle highlights. Tonal changes Frequency: Every 10-12 weeks.

CONSULTATION SCRIPT FOR AYA™ "Let me help you find your perfect hair color! I'll ask a few questions about your skin tone, lifestyle, and preferences to recommend the most flattering options for you." Step 1: "First, let's determine your skin undertone Do you look better in gold or silver jewelry?" Step 2: "What's your natural eye color? This helps me suggest colors that will make your eyes pop!" Step 3: "Tell me about your lifestyle - are you looking for low maintenance or don't mind regular touch-ups?" Step 4: "Have you colored your hair before, and are there any colors you absolutely love or want to avoid?" Step 5: "Based on your answers, here are my top recommendations... [provide 2-3 specific suggestions with explanations]" COMMON COLOR MISTAKES TO AVOID Ignoring Skin Undertones: Results in unflattering, harsh colors . Going Too Light Too Fast: Causes severe damage . Choosing Trends Over Suitability: May not complement individual features. Unrealistic Expectations: Pinterest vs. reality discussions needed. Skipping Patch Tests: Always test for allergies first This guide helps AYA™ provide professional color consultations while encouraging clients to book in-person appointments for final decisions and application.Meet AYA™ - Your Huggable AI™