How should a client’s hair be sectioned for a color application?

For a color application, sectioning the client’s hair in small sections is essential to ensure even coverage. This technique allows the stylist to apply the product more precisely and thoroughly, minimizing the risk of patchiness or uneven results. When working with small sections, each area can be adequately saturated with color, ensuring that the dye penetrates the hair evenly. This method also makes it easier to see where the product has been applied and where additional work may be needed, thereby enhancing the overall result of the color service.

Choosing large sections could lead to missed spots and uneven color, as larger sections might not allow the product to reach all areas of the hair effectively. Random sectioning might create an unintentional blended effect, but it can compromise the desired result when uniformity is required. Simply dividing the hair into two equal parts lacks the focus necessary for detailed application, which is critical for achieving consistent color throughout the hair. Thus, small sections remain the best practice for color application to ensure a professional outcome.