Patch Test

[BeckyH]

Hi Guys,

Stupidly on my course the tutor didnt teach us how to perform a patch test for the tint. I know for the perm you would just apply some perming lotion to the skin but what do you do for the tint?
Do you mix the tint with the peroxide then apply? put just some tint on? or just the peroxide?

Thanks Guys xx

 

[pure]

Mix the tint as you would normally and then with a cotton tip apply a small area to either the inner elbow or behind the ear.

 

[BeckyH]

Thanks Debs x

 

[PinkPotions]

I personally think that being taught how to do a patch test would be the most important part of your course.

What good is a treatment if it is not done safely!

Sometimes tutor's make my blood boil!

 

[Bombalurina]

Actually, this has brought a question to my mind... (And I agree, stupid tutor!!!). Hopefully any answers will help with the initial question on how to do a patch test...

When you're doing a patch test for lash tint, do you leave the tint on indefinitely? Or do you remove it after 5-10 minutes? I always remove it after 5-10 minutes, but other therapists I know leave it on...but to me, this is asking for trouble, leaving peroxide on the skin for hours at a time!

What are your prodecures, and reasons behind them? I'm eager to learn!

 

[Bebeautiful]

Hi Becky,
in order to carry out a test you have to mix the tint as you would to prefrom the eyelash tint and using a cotton bud put some on the inside of the elbow or behind the ear then leave it for 24 to 48 hours to if the test is positive or negative

Hi Guys,

Stupidly on my course the tutor didnt teach us how to perform a patch test for the tint. I know for the perm you would just apply some perming lotion to the skin but what do you do for the tint?
Do you mix the tint with the peroxide then apply? put just some tint on? or just the peroxide?

Thanks Guys xx

 

[BeckyH]

Thanks Guys,
Good question Bombalurina, hopefully someone will shed some light. xx

 

[maisiemoo]

Hi there

I have been teaching for over 10 years, and yes this is the 'most' important part of your training. It only takes one client to react (and they can!) and it could be a disaster!!!!

It is important that you cleanse the area first (e.g. wipe over with witch hazel) and blot dry. This will ensure that there are no lotions, perfumes etc on the skin which could create a reaction on the skin. Mix and apply the tint as directed on the packaging (each company may suggest a slightly different consistency). Apply onto the area (generally behind the ear or crook of the arm) and leave on for the developing time of 10-12 mins. Remove the product with damp cotton wool and advise the client to observe the area for the next 24 hours. Any irrataion, redness etc is a positive reaction and the treatment cannot proceed. It is important to mix 'all' of the colours that you intend to use and ensure that if you have patch tested with Ellisons tint that you use that and not another brand as the ingriedients may differ. This information 'must' be recorded centrally in your salon for reference by other therapists/staff etc incase you do not perform the tint. (A good idea is to have 'tinting record book'). This information can also be referred to in the event of an insurance claim and should be kept for a minimum of 4 years.

A patch test must be performed 24 hours prior to 'every' tinting procedure. Your insurance may become invalid if you do not perform the patch test. (Don't forget that medications, hormones etc can change the chemical balance of the skin causing a reaction whcih the client may not have had previously).
It is no longer acceptable to only complete one every 6 months (even if your clients tell you that they do not mind)

I hope that this helps!!!

 

[Bombalurina]

Excellent answer Maisiemoo, very helpful!
Thankyou!
XX