Equivalences across 4 brands

Level 11 Ash (/1)

Q: Are brand equivalences exact?

Level and reflect equivalences are a useful reference, but not identical. Each brand has its own chemical formulation, pigments and technology. Two "equivalent" codes will produce similar but not identical results. Factors like natural base, porosity and color history affect the final outcome.

Q: Can I switch brands and keep the same color?

Generally yes. If you maintain the same level and reflect, the result will be very similar. However, a strand test is recommended when switching brands for the first time, as formulation differences can produce slightly different nuances.

High Lift Blonde Ash — code comparison across 4 professional brands.

Brand / Line

Code

Name

Type

Goldwell Topchic

11A

Special Ash Blonde

Permanent

Matrix SoColor Pre-Bonded

11A

Extra Light Blonde+ Ash

Permanent

Pulp Riot FACTION8 Permanent Color

11-11

High Lift Intense Ash Blonde

Permanent

Yellow Professional Yellow Color

11.11

Intense Ash Platinum Blonde

Permanent

All codes represent the same level (11) and reflect (ash). Chemical formulation differs between brands — results may vary slightly.

Other reflects at level 11

Level 11 Natural 4 brands

Ash reflect at other levels

Level 1 Black 6 brands Level 2 Black 6 brands Level 3 Dark Brown 4 brands Level 4 Medium Brown 12 brands Level 5 Light Brown 25 brands Level 6 Dark Blonde 28 brands Level 7 Medium Blonde 28 brands Level 8 Light Blonde 32 brands Level 9 Very Light Blonde 31 brands Level 10 Lightest Blonde 21 brands Level 12 Level 12 3 brands

Professional colorimetry

Level 11 Ash: what it means

Level 11 corresponds to a high lift blonde on the universal colorimetry scale (1 = black, 10 = lightest blonde). It measures the lightness or darkness of hair, independent of the reflect.

The ash (.1) reflect adds a cool, gray-blue undertone that neutralizes warmth. It is the most requested reflect for counteracting orange or yellow tones. Ideal for those who prefer a cool, sophisticated result without visible warmth.

Each brand codes level and reflect differently. The table above shows how the major professional brands name this same shade: level 11, ash reflect.

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Questions about level 11 ash

Brand equivalences

What code is a level 11 ash in each brand?

Each brand uses its own naming system. For example, a level 11 ash is 11A in Topchic, 11A in SoColor Pre-Bonded, 11-11 in FACTION8 Permanent Color, 11.11 in Yellow Color. Although codes differ, they all represent the same level and reflect.

Are brand equivalences exact?

Level and reflect equivalences are a useful reference, but not identical. Each brand has its own chemical formulation, pigments and technology. Two "equivalent" codes will produce similar but not identical results. Factors like natural base, porosity and color history affect the final outcome.

Can I switch brands and keep the same color?

Generally yes. If you maintain the same level and reflect, the result will be very similar. However, a strand test is recommended when switching brands for the first time, as formulation differences can produce slightly different nuances.

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Level 11 Ash (/1)

Other reflects at level 11

Ash reflect at other levels

Level 11 Ash: what it means

Questions about level 11 ash

These tables show the basic equivalent.Blendsor converts with dozens of variables.

These tables show the basic equivalent.
Blendsor converts with dozens of variables.