A blonde client complains of brassy orange tones after weeks in the sun. Which toner color family will best neutralize the orange?
a.Blue
b.Yellow
c.Red
d.Gold
Explanation
Orange's complementary color is blue, so a blue-based toner cancels orange brassiness. Violet toners cancel yellow, and green toners cancel red. Gold, red, or yellow toners would emphasize the warm tones rather than counter them.
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