FAQs

“Questionnaires or the most advanced computer technology CANNOT come close to duplicating the human sense of sight and its interpretation [of colour]. The [colour] tone of a human being can only be conclusively determined in person, visually.”

Kathryn Kalisz, Founder of the Sci\Art Colour Analysis System

Much like other science based industries such as medicine and computer technology, colour analysis has developed and improved over the years and the precision and information the Sci\ART system now provides is beyond comparison. In the 4 season method it was believed that human colouring could be classed as either cool or warm. In contrast, the Sci\ART system is based on ‘natural colour order’ and organises colours as seen and configured in nature – where the majority of colours are not extreme cool or warm, but neutral.

In terms of the analysis or ‘determining’ process, the 4 season theory is heavily based on stereotypes and appearance. Sci\ART on the other hand utilises a more scientific approach by selecting carefully calibrated drapes to progressively measure the reactions of your skin and pigmentation, whilst taking advantage of a neutral background and controlled lighting to ensure a distraction-free environment and an accurate result.

Some people instinctively wear colours that are harmonious to them, but for those who don’t, wearing new colours that they’re not used to can be quite unsettling at first. You’re used to seeing yourself in a certain way and the man or woman staring back at you in the mirror can feel like a stranger. This is not uncommon at all as the longer you see the same thing, the more ‘normal’ it will appear to you. Unless you have obvious negative observations about specific colours in your new palette, such as your face looking tired or your eye sockets appearing discoloured etc., trust the objectivity of your analyst and try to give yourself some time to let your eyes and mind ‘adjust’.

Of course there’s always the possibility of the result being off. Whilst us analysts always thrive to give you the correct result and only that, mistakes can occasionally happen. During the analysis you will see how the process self-checks, and you will be able to observe and evaluate the various visual effects together with us. If we accidentally start going down a wrong path it’ll become more and more obvious as we move along.

It is essential that you come with an open mind about the possible result of your colour analysis. Even the smallest amount of resistance or reservedness can subconsciously undermine the result. For example, micro expressions are momentary involuntary facial expressions that people unconsciously display when they are hiding an emotion; they are quick & intense expressions of concealed emotion, and both client and analyst can be completely unaware of them. These inconspicuous expressions can certainly influence the decision making process, so if you think you might have been assigned the wrong colours please contact us to discuss your observations. We’ll schedule a follow up appointment and retrace our steps to see if we can find you a more harmonious colour set.