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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PUBLIC TECHNICAL-VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOLS

COMPETENCY-BASED
LEARNING MATERIAL
(FOURTH YEAR)

UNIT OF COMPETENCY: PERFORM HAIR COLOR

MODULE NO.5 MODULE TITLE: PERFORMING HAIR COLOR
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MODULE 5

QUALIFICATION TITLE : HAIR DRESSING

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : PERFORM HAIR COLOR

MODULE TITLE : PERFORMING HAIR COLOR

NOMINAL DURATION : 75 HOURS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

What is this module about?..................................................................1

What will you learn?
What do you already know?

LESSON 1 PREPARE PATRON...................................................3

WHAT IS THIS LESSON ABOUT?
What will you learn?
What do you already know?
Pre-Test
Let us study!..........................................................................................4
Let us remember................................................................................7
How Much Have You Learned?
Let US Apply What You Have Learned
Resources.............................................................................................. 8
References
LESSON 2 APPLY COLOR................................................................9
What is this lesson about?
What will you learn?
What do you already know?
Pre-Test
Let us study!.....................................................................................10
Let us remember..............................................................................12
How much have you learned?
Let us apply what you have learned................................................13
Resources
References
LESSON 3 PERFORM POST HAIR COLORING ACTIVITY.......................14
What is this lesson about?
What will you learn?
What do you already know?
Let us study!.....................................................................................15
Definition of Terms
Color Care
Cleansing tools
Looking after clients before and during services
After services
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Let us remember..............................................................................16
How much have you learned?
Let us apply what you have learned................................................17
Resources
References
Post Test
Key Correction…....................................................................................19
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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PUBLIC TECHNICAL-VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOLS

COMPETENCY-BASED
LEARNING MATERIAL
(FOURTH YEAR)

UNIT OF COMPETENCY: PERFORM HAIR COLOR

MODULE NO.5 MODULE TITLE: PERFORMING HAIR COLOR

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WHAT IS THIS MODULE ABOUT?

This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitude in preparing

the client and applying hair color. This also involves actual preparation
of the patron prior to treatment, the actual application of color and post
color activity.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

After completing this module, you should be able to:

a. prepare the patron;

b. apply color to hair; and
c. perform post color application activity.

WHAT DO YOU ALREADY KNOW?

Pre-test

Let us find out what you already know . Read and understand the
items being described below and then write the letter of the best answer
on your answer sheet.

1. The choice of color depends on the following important factors

except .
a) the patron’s requirements
b) the natural hair color
c) the patron’s skin color
d) the skin texture
2. The test to find out weather the patron’s skin reacts to chemicals in
the permanent coloring you are going to used is called .
a) patch test
b) strand test
c) porosity test
d) color test
3. The test during processing, to check progress of color is referred to
as .
a) porosity test c) strand test
b) elasticity test d) patch test
4. The types of hair coloring which do not penetrate the hair cuticle and
remains for the hair only until they are washed off is
called .
a) temporary hair coloring
b) semi-permanent coloring
c) permanent coloring
d) vegetable coloring

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5. The dividing of hair into parts is called .

a) parting
b) blocking
c) shaping
d) sectioning

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LESSON 1

PREPARE PATRON

WHAT IS THIS LESSON ABOUT?

The lesson covers the knowledge, skills and attitude in attending to

the patron’s personal needs, the use of protective clothing materials, and
the preparation prior to hair coloring service.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

At the end of the lesson, you should be able to:

1) attend to the patron’s personal needs according to salon

policies and procedure;
2) drape the patron; and
3) prepare patron hair coloring service.

WHAT DO YOU ALREADY KNOW?

Pre-Test

True or False: Write the word correct if the statement is correct and
False, if the statement is not true. Use a separate sheet for your answers.

1. Examining the patron’s type of hair and skin involves determining the
texture of his / her skin.
2. A strand test is a preliminary test given before a tint application to
determine the required development time.
3. We use tail comb to apply color to the hair.
4. Draping is a means of protecting patron’s clothing.
5. Wearing of hand gloves is not a requirement in hair coloring services.

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LET US STUDY

How to assess the patron’s personal needs:

Definition of Terms
 Discuss with the patron his/her preferences, what is his/her
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in the manufacturing of artificial
dyes
 Make the patron aware of his/her limitations then give
suggestions on what color or product would best suit
Compound
his/her. – a substance which consist of two or more chemical
elements in union
 Examine the patron’s type of hair and skin color.
 Help client decide on his/her choice by showing his/ her
Strand test – a preliminary
catalogues, magazines, test
and given
guidesbefore a tint
on hair or lightening
coloring fashion.
application to determine the required development time

Ways of receiving a client/patron

Be sure that each client/patron is accorded the due respect

courtesies and pleasant greetings to make his/her feel the warm welcome
from the salon.

PATCH TEST

Procedure:

1. Select test area.

2. Wash test area with mild soap and water.
3. Dry test area with absorbent cotton or a clean towel.
4. Prepare the test solution.
5. Apply test solution to the test area.
6. Leave it uncovered for 24 hours.
7. Examine the test area for either a negative or positive reactions.

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A negative skin test show no sign of inflammation.

A positive skin test is recognized by redness, swelling, burning, itching,
blisters or eruptions.

BASIC RULES FOR COLOR SECTION

1. For color observation, the

client’s/patron’s hair should be
clean and dry.

2. Use a color chart to show the

product’s range of colors, their
names and numbers.

3. Compare the patron’s hair with the

shade that is closest to the chart.

STRAND TEST PROCEDURE

1. Mix equal parts of color selected to oxidizing solution.
2. Apply mixture to the full length of a dry hair strand. Retain it on
the hair until the desired shade is developed and/or achieved.
3. Wash, dry and examine the hair strand. Proceed with the coloring
if the results are satisfactory.

EXAMINING SCALP AND HAIR

Examine patron’s hair and scalp to determine if it is safe to use an
aniline derivative tint.
An aniline derivative tint should not be used if the following
condition is recognized:
 Signs of positive skin test.
 Contagious scalp or hair disorders.
 Scalp irritation or eruption.
 Presence of metallic or compound dyes.

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HELPFUL SUGGESTIONS

Sectioning the hair in four quarters Subdividing sections into ¼

strands

Using plastic bottle applicator

Using brush as applicator

Health and Safety Precautions

1. Perform patch test before the application of tint.
2. Do not apply hair tint if a patch test is positive.
3. Use clean applicator brushes, bottles, combs and towels.
4. Do not brush hair prior to application of color.
5. Take a strand test for color.
6. Do not mix tint if you are not ready to use it.

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7. Do not apply tint if metallic dye is present to the hair.

8. Use a mild shampoo.
9. Protect patron’s clothing by proper draping.
10. Do not permit hair color to come in contact with the patron’s
eyes.
10. Always wash hands before and after servicing a patron.
11. Wear gloves to protect the hands.

LET US REMEMBER
HOW MUCH HAVE YOU LEARNED?
 Discuss with the patron his/her preferences; what is his/her
Answer the following questions
expectation clearly.
after hair Use aservice.
coloring separate sheet of your
paper to write your answer.
 Perform patch test before you apply tint to the hair.
1. Whatare the hair
Apply means of assessing
color section bypatron’s
section.personal needs?
2. How are you going to perform skin test?
3. What are some precautionary measures to be observed in hair color
service?

LET US APPLY WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED

ACTIVITY 1: Perform patch test to your client and record the result.
ACTIVITY 2: Have another client and perform strand test and record the
result.

SCORING RUBRIC : Preparing patron for hair coloring service.

Very Fair Poor
Criteria Excellent Satisfactory Satisfactory

(5) (4) (3) (2) (1)

1. Assessed the patron’s

personal needs.

2. Extended respect and

courtesy to client at all
times.
3. Examined and took
patch and strands test
accurately.
4. Observed health and
safety precautions at all
times.

Total Score:

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RESOURCES:

Materials

Towels
Cape
Protective gloves
Cotton
Selected color
Mixing bowl
Hydrogen peroxide
Record card
Color chart
Tools
Comb
Applicator
Timer

REFERENCES:

Kibbe, Constance; Standard Textbook of Cosmetology,

Milady Publishing Corporation, New York, 1986.
Palladino, Leo; Hairdressing – The Foundations Third
Edition Thomson Learning, Third Edition 1998.

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LESSON 2

APPLY COLOR

WHAT IS THE LESSON ABOUT?

The lesson deals with the correct application of a coloring product

on hair. It includes hair coloring techniques and identifying its
corresponding faults and correction. This is done according to the
manufacturer’s instruction while ensuring client safety and comfort
during the process.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

At the end of the lesson, you should be able to:

1. classify hair colorants according to uses;

2. apply hair coloring techniques; and
3. observe relevant occupational health and safety requirement.

WHAT DO YOU ALREADY KNOW?

Pre-Test

Directions: Answer the following questions. Use a separate sheet

for your answer.

1. What type of temporary coloring is used to highlight the color to

the hair?
a. color rinses c. hair color creams
b. crayons d. hair color sprays
2. What coloring products actually alter the natural hair color?
a. temporary hair coloring c. vegetable dye
b. semi-permanent d. permanent hair color
hair coloring
3. What covers and blends grey hair partially without affecting its
natural color?
a. permanent hair color c. vegetable dye
b. semi-permanent d. temporary hair coloring
4. What should be the first step in applying hair color?
a. apply test to the hair c. take strand test
b. let color develop d. section the hair

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5. What should be the last step in hair coloring?

a. fills out record file c. shampoo and rinse hair
b. style hair d. removes stains around the
hairline

LET US STUDY
Classification of Hair Coloring
Definition of Terms
Temporary Hair–Coloring
Retouch application of hair to new growth of hair
Color rinses– the
Cortex – tosecond
highlight theof
layer color
theorhair
add color to the hair

Highlighting color shampoos – give highlights and color tones to the hair
Section – divides the hair into separate parts
Crayons – sticks of coloring used to retouch newly grown hair between
Formula – atinting
recipe or prescription

Hair
Tintcolor
– to
creams
color –
hair
used
by mostly
means for
of hair
theatrical
color rinse
make up

Hair
Haircolor sprays – –used
coloring in gold
involves theand silver colors
addition applied color
of an artificial from aerosol
to the
containers
natural pigment in the hair
Semi-Permanent Hair Coloring

Hair coloring agents designed to do the following:

1. Cover or blend partially grey hair without affecting its natural

color.
2. Enhance grey hair without changing its color.
3. Highlight and bring out the natural color of the hair.

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Permanent Hair Coloring

These products actually change the structure of the hair to alter

natural hair color. These tints or dyes are mixed with hydrogen peroxide
and penetrate the cortex of the hair to change its color composition.

Procedure for Hair Coloring

A. Tinting to a Lighter Shade

Materials and implements

Materials Talcum powder

Towels Selected color tint
Hydrogen peroxide
Cape Tools:
Color chart Comb
Protective gloves Timer
Rinse Applicator
Cotton Tint brushes
Record card Swab sticks
Shampoo Mixing bowls

Preliminary Steps

1. Give preliminary patch test 24 hours before coloring.

2. Proceed with the coloring if the patch test is negative.
3. Examine patron’s scalp.
4. Color maybe applied with an applicator bottle or brush.

Preparation
1. Prepare all needed materials and implements.
2. Prepare the patron.
3. Re-examine patron’s scalp.
4. Select desired color.
5. Put on protective gloves.
6. Make color strand test.
7. Prepare the formula.

Procedure

1. Section the hair into four quarters.

2. Sub-divide section into one fourth-inch strands.
3. Pick up a strand of hair. Hold it away from the head.
4. Apply color to the hair one-inch from the scalp to hair ends.
5. Finish the application of color section by section.
6. Let color develop for about 15 minutes.
7. Take strand test to check color development.
8. Apply tint mixture to scalp area. Be sure all hair is saturated.

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9. Leave tint until the desired color has developed evenly from scalp
to the ends.
10. Rinse hair with lukewarm water to remove excess color.
11. Remove stains around the hairline, ears, and neck.
12. Shampoo hair and rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Towel
dry.
13. Style hair.
14. Fill out record card and file.

B. Tinting to a Darker Shade

Follow the same preparation and procedure as used for one step
tint to a lighter shade with the exceptions:

1. Select color darker than client’s/patron’s natural hair color.

2. Apply the tint from the scalp area to hair ends.
3. Shampoo and rinse in the usual manner when the color has
developed evenly from scalp area to hair ends.

LET US REMEMBER

 Temporary colorants are the mildest form of hair coloring.

HOW  MUCH HAVE YOU
Semi-permanent LEARNED?
color penetrates the cuticle of the hair but do not
alter the natural pigmentation structure and simply coats the
Answer the following
cortex with color. questions clearly. Use a separate sheet for
your answers.
Permanent tints change the structure of the hair and alter its
natural hair color.
1. What types of tints are used to perform permanent hair coloring?
2. Which tints are the penetrating types?
3. Why should we administer strand test in hair coloring?

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LET US APPLY WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED

Activity: Get a patron. Perform hair coloring service

Performance Rubric for permanent hair color

Follow the Follows Follows 2-3 Follows at Did not

procedure more than 1 procedure least 1 follow
Criteria correctly procedure correctly procedure procedure
correctly correctly correctly
(5) 4) (3) (2) (1)

A. client Preparation

B. Proper attire

C. Proper tools and

supplies
D. Proper
application of hair
tint
E.. Safety
Precautions

Highest possible score: 30 pts.

RESOURCES:

Materials and implements for hair coloring

Record card
Index card

REFERENCES:

Kibbe, Constance; Standard Textbook of Cosmetology. New York

Milady Publishing Corp., 1986

Palladino Leo; Hairdressing – The Foundations

Thomsons Learning Level 2 Third Division,1998

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LESSON 3

PERFORM POST HAIR COLORING ACTIVITY

WHAT IS THIS LESSON ABOUT?

The lesson deals on how to perform post coloring activity.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

At the end of the lesson you should be able to:

1) check evenness of color;

2) give advice for client’s hair color maintenance;
3) perform good housekeeping; and
4) keep records of client/patron for future reference.

WHAT DO YOU ALREADY KNOW?

Let us find out what you already know. Read carefully and study
things that you should do after the coloring service.

Pre Test

Below are some practices in salon for post hair coloring activity.
Mark each item √ if you think it’s good and χ for your negative answers.
Use a separate sheet for your answer.

1) Clean and sterilize tools and materials after treatment.

2) A patch test is given to check evenness of the hair color.
3) To sanitize with alcohol, use 40%.
4) Proper shampooing, conditioning and rinsing to
remove coloring residues.
5) Draping garments must be dried for next client use
6) Blow-drying helps to enhance the coloring of the hair.
7) Discard soiled supplies and materials whenever possible.
8) A word of advice should be given to patron for her hair color
maintenance at home.
9) Cleaning and mopping of the working area must be a daily
routine after the service.
10)Trash should be properly disposed in accordance of the
waste management.

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LET US STUDY
Color Care
Definition of Terms
 Make sure that clothes both yours and your patron’s are always
Tint – to color the hair by means of a hair tint or color rinse
fully protected by gowns and towels.
 Remove colorants effectively, by thorough rinsing on completion
Stain – small soiled or discolored area
of the coloring process.
 Make notes of any problems you encounter.
Process – a series of operations directed towards a particular
 Complete
result record cards by noting all details clearly and accurately
including the final results achieved.
 Remove tints by adding a little water, lightly massaging the hair,
and rinsing. Others may require shampooing.
 If there are any skin stains, apply a little tint directly to the stain to
soften it and rinse.

Cleansing tools

 Clean tools after use.

 Never use tools on another patron without cleaning and sterilizing
them first.
 Remove loose material from combs and brushes, wash and
disinfect them, then dry them.
 Always check the manufacturer’s instructions before using liquid
disinfectants.

Looking after clients before and during services

 Check that all protective coverings are accurately placed

 Collect together all tools, equipment and products to be washed.
 Reassure the patron that her belongings are safe.
 Explain the process that is taking place as you go along.

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After services

 Ensure that the patron’s clothes are not stained or covered with
loose hair
 Complete record cards for the services completed.
 Make sure that all the patron’s belongings are returned to her
before she leaves the salon.

Record Card
Name of client/patron: Sex: Tel/CP#
Adress: Age:
Hair Condition: Scalp: Skin Type:
Service and Date Comments/ Operator
Products needs Remarks

LET US REMEMBER

 Make
HOW MUCH sure that
HAVE YOU clothes of patron and operator are always
LEARNED?
protected by laboratory gowns and towels.
Let’s find outProtect youryou
how much hands
haveand skin by
learned using
from the protective gloves.
lesson. Answer the
following questions.
Ensure that
Use aallseparate
information
sheetisfor
carefully recorded on the
your answer.
patron’s record card.
1. What are the precautionary measures to follow before hair
coloring service?
2. Why is it important to observe safety precautions when
coloring hair?
3. What are the ways of ensuring a successful coloring service?

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LET US APPLY WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED

ACTIVITY: Make a record card for the client/patron for reference during
his/her hair coloring service.

CRITERIA Points SCORE

Information completely filled up. 5
Missed 1 information. 4
Missed 2 information. 3
Missed 3 information. 2
Information not completely filled up. 1

RESOURCES:

Index card
Patron’s record card
Pen

REFERENCES:

Kibbe, Constance; Standard Textbook of Cosmetology,

Milady Publishing Corporation, New York, 1986.
Palladino, Leo; Hairdressing – The Foundations Third
Edition Thomson Learning, 1998.

POST TEST

Use a separate sheet for your answer.

A. Identification: It is the result of skin test which shows no sign

of inflammation.
1. The result of skin test which shows no sign of inflammation.
2. It is used to show products range of colors, their names and
numbers.
3. It is a material used for applying tint to the hair.
4. It is a skin test which is recognized by redness, swelling, burning,
and skin eruption.
5. the length of time required to administer a patch test.

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B. Multiple Choice: Read and understand the questions below and then
write the letter of the best answer.
1. What preliminary step should be done to ensure client’s/patrons
safety?
a. strand test c. skin test
b. patch test d. formula test
2. What material is used for applying hair color?
a. mixing bowl c. swab sticks
b. tint brush d. tail comb
3. What step should be done first?
a. Put on protective gloves.
b. Prepare all needed materials and implements.
c. Select desired color.
d. Prepare the formula.
4. What is the mildest form of hair coloring?
a. temporary colorants
b. semi-permanent color
c. permanent tints
d. vegetable dye
5. What type of coloring alters the natural color of hair?
a. temporary coloring c. vegetable dye
b. semi-permanent coloring d. permanent hair coloring

C. True or False: Write TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE if

the statement is not correct.
1. The hair colorist should interpret the patron’s wishes and take into
account all the factors that affect the coloring process.
2. After care advice should be given to maintain new color of the hair.
3. Any remaining tint on the scalp can be removed by oxidizing agent.
4. Use of metal containers is allowed when mixing colorants.
5. Poor quality products result in loss of time, effort and money.

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KEY TO CORRECTION

Lesson 1 Post-test
Pre-test
1. False A.
2. True 1. Negative skin test
3. False 2. Color chart
4. True 3. Applicator
5. False 4. Positive skin test
5. 24 hours
Lesson 2
Pre-test B.
1. a 1. b
2. d 2. b
3. b 3. b
4. d 4. a
5. a 5. d

Lesson 3 C.
Pre Test 1. TRUE
1. TRUE 2. TRUE
2. FALSE 3. FALSE
3. FALSE 4. FALSE
4. TRUE 5. TRUE
5. TRUE
6. FALSE
7. FALSE
8. TRUE
9. TRUE
10. TRUE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
What is this module about?..................................................................1
What will you learn?
What do you already know?
LESSON 1 PREPARE PATRON...................................................3
WHAT IS THIS LESSON ABOUT?
What will you learn?
What do you already know?
Pre-Test
Let us study!..........................................................................................4
Let us remember................................................................................7
How Much Have You Learned?
Let US Apply What You Have Learned
Resources.............................................................................................. 8
References
LESSON 2 APPLY COLOR................................................................9
What is this lesson about?
What will you learn?
What do you already know?
Pre-Test
Let us study!.....................................................................................10
Let us remember..............................................................................12
How much have you learned?
Let us apply what you have learned................................................13
Resources
References
LESSON 3 PERFORM POST HAIR COLORING ACTIVITY.......................14
What is this lesson about?
What will you learn?
What do you already know?
Let us study!.....................................................................................15
Definition of Terms
Color Care
Cleansing tools
Looking after clients before and during services
After services

Let us remember..............................................................................16
How much have you learned?
Let us apply what you have learned................................................17
Resources
References
Post Test
Key Correction…....................................................................................19

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