Color Consultation Form

How would you describe your natural color — the color at your roots?

Is there currently color on your hair?

No — it’s virgin (never colored) Yes — professional color Yes — box dye or at-home color Yes — a mix of both

When was your last color service of any kind?

Roughly what percentage gray are you?

In the past two years, has your hair had any of the following?

Box dye, henna, and smoothing treatments change how hair responds to lightener — knowing now prevents surprises at the bowl.

Box dye or at-home color Henna or “natural” color Bleach or lightener Highlights or balayage Color remover or color correction Keratin or smoothing treatment Perm or relaxer None of these

Has your hair ever broken, felt gummy, or reacted badly after a color or lightening service?

No Yes

Have you ever had an allergic or scalp reaction to hair color — itching, burning, swelling?

No Yes

What brings you in?

Brighter / blonder More depth or richness Dimension — highlights or balayage Gray coverage Gray blending — a softer grow-out Fashion color — copper, red, vivid Color correction — fix a previous result Not sure — I want my colorist’s opinion

How big a change are you open to?

Keep it subtle — refresh what I have A noticeable change Total transformation

How often are you realistically willing to come in for upkeep?

Every 4–6 weeks Every 8–10 weeks A few times a year As rarely as possible — low maintenance, please

How often do you wash your hair?

Daily Every other day 2–3× a week Once a week or less

Check any that apply to your routine:

I swim regularly (pool or ocean) I have well or hard water at home I use hot tools most days I’m outdoors in the sun a lot I use professional color-safe products None of these

Are you currently pregnant or nursing?

No Yes Prefer to discuss in person

Any scalp conditions or sensitivities we should know about — psoriasis, eczema, a sensitive scalp?

No Yes

Anything else your colorist should know before you sit in the chair?