I've got a client on Tues for a tint and foils, she was spossed to be popping in tomorrow for a patch test but she cant get over and I dont have time to over to hers. I'm not sure what to do next, what do you think about writing a disclaimer for her to sign ?
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-sophisticutz-
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I personally won't do any colour without a skin test, I have even turned business away because of this. A local hairdresser was sued by a client who only had a minor reaction, it's so not worth the risk.
If it's a foils, then flooded, you could always use a semi to flood.
If you want to take the a chance, you could carry out a risk assessment survey. A lot of colour companies are looking at bringing this in. This is so you can eliminate any risk of a reaction or likely reaction to permanent colour. I'm not sure if you would be covered on your insurance should the client still react.
You could also get colour start in. You can post out these skin tests to clients.
Trichocare
If it's a foils, then flooded, you could always use a semi to flood.
If you want to take the a chance, you could carry out a risk assessment survey. A lot of colour companies are looking at bringing this in. This is so you can eliminate any risk of a reaction or likely reaction to permanent colour. I'm not sure if you would be covered on your insurance should the client still react.
You could also get colour start in. You can post out these skin tests to clients.
Trichocare
j_me_2k
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a disclaimer will NOT stand up in a court of law.... hope this helps
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Thank you for your reply, I have put her off now till next week. Just out of interest how many test for other chemical products that touch the scalp, like semi's quazi's or perm lotions ?
allyballybee
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I'm not a hair geek, but this is interesting. I have been having my hair coloured for 16 years and no-one has ever patch-tested me. I even worked in a hair & beauty salon for 5 years and never seen it done. Is it only needed for the first ever time you get your hair coloured?
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-sophisticutz-
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I don't for perms but I do ask clients if they have had any sensitivities in the past. Perms can be particularly nasty but I always use plently of barrier cream and damp cotton wool
Any colour service that is gong to be touching the scalp I do a skin test. You don't really need to for semis or quazis BUT I have had clients change their mind on the day, so I always think to be prepared!
-sophisticutz-
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I always skin test a new client and then about every 6 months after that. I always do a thorough consultation each time, new or old, just to eliminate risk.
I always patch test for colours but I actually the thioglycolate in perms and peroxide in the neutrilizer would be capable of causing more damage than colour, I think I'm only thinking about it more as there have been a few reports on tv about it .
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-sophisticutz-
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Yes, I agree. I will strand test for a perm, especially if I am unsure on how the hair will react. Not 100% sure on the safety or efficacy of skin testing for a person. Even the toughest skin would be extremly sore from long exposure from perm lotion.
