I have a tan - can I still have a colour session?
If you usually have a tan, real or otherwise, then yes. If it’s unusual for you, it may be better to let it fade for a few days so you see how colours will usually look on you when we talk through your palette.
Will you use my picture on social media?
I will never use your picture for anything without your permission. Pinky promise.
Can my colours change over time?
Contrary to popular belief, your colours can change for a variety of reasons including becoming more muted through aging and dramatic hair colour changes. The tonal method is wonderful because it allows for changes to the clarity and depth of your features. Your undertone will usually stay the same, but undertone is not always as important as you may have been told - particularly if your skin, hair and eye colours are closer to neutral on the temperature spectrum.
I’m losing weight - should I wait to book my session?
Definitely not. I have been on one diet or another for decades and if I waited for a magical end point, I’d never invest in myself! Feeling better in the right colours may actually motivate other changes you’re working on too.
Working with your new palette may not need lots of shopping. Most people will have instinctively chosen some colours that suit them already and the changes could be as subtle as where colours are worn and how they are combined to flatter you most.
How should I prepare for my session?
It’s important for me to see you without make-up, so you can either come without it or remove it at the start of the session. I always have micellar water and pads or wipes available.
Many sessions involve us applying Colour Me Beautiful products that we select for you, and you are welcome to bring your own products to put on if you wish.
If you have lashes or semi-permanent makeup like microbladed brows, we can of course work with these.
Do you offer virtual sessions?
Yes, though there are some limitations. I don’t recommend that you have a full colour consultation online, as subtle details can be influenced by your lighting, environment and video equipment. If you would prefer an online service, I would recommend the Express Colour consultation.
Are there particularly good times to have a colour analysis session?
It can be a wonderful, affirming experience at any time, though clients often come to see me when:
they have had a weight change and are about to shop for a new wardrobe
they need advice as their hair begins to grey
they are planning a significant life change, such as beginning their career, getting a promotion, entering retirement or starting to date
they feel in need of an update to their appearance
they want to treat themselves, or are being treated by someone else!
Do you use the tonal method?
Yes, I drape using the tonal method. I believe this method is best as it is not reliant on warm or cool undertone as a dominant factor. This is helpful for people who are closer to neutral on the undertone scale or have undertone as a secondary factor.
I know the seasonal method well and can tell you where you fit in the 12 season method during our Full Colour consultation too.