Define temporary, semipermanent, demipermanent, and permanent color.

Definition should include the characteristics of each category of color. It should also include the following information:

  • Temporary hair color makes only a physical change, not a chemical one, in the hair shaft.
  • Semipermanent hair color does not require maintenance of new growth.
  • Demipermanent hair color creates a tonal change and may make the natural hair color darker.
  • Permanent hair color remains in the hair shaft until the new growth of hair occurs.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • How is it determined which of the four categories of color the client will receive?
  • Why would a temporary hair color be used?
  • How long does semipermanent hair color last?
  • How long does demipermanent hair color last?
  • How long does permanent hair color last?
  • What effects do the four different categories of hair color have on the hair shaft?