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Equivalences across 29 brands

Level 3 Natural

Dark Brown — code comparison across 29 professional brands.

Brand / Line
Code
Name
Type
3N
Dark Brown
Permanent
3N
Dark Brown
Demi-permanent
3N
Dark Natural Brown
Permanent
3N
Dark Natural Brown
Permanent
3
Dark Brown
Permanent
3
Dark Brown
Permanent
3
Dark Brown (Dia Color)
Demi-permanent
3
Dark Brown
Permanent
3N
Darkest Brown Neutral
Permanent
3N
Dark Brown
Permanent
3N
Dark Natural Brown
Permanent
3N
Dark Brown
Permanent
3-0
Dark Brown
Permanent
03N
Espresso
Demi-permanent
3NW
Cocoa Bean
Permanent
3N
Natural
Permanent
3NN
Natural Natural
Permanent
3
Brown Dark
Permanent
3-0
Dark Brown Natural
Demi-permanent
3-0
Dark Brown Natural
Permanent
3/0
Dark Brown
Demi-permanent
3/0
Dark Brown
Demi-permanent
3
Dark Brown
Permanent

All codes represent the same level (3) and reflect (natural). Chemical formulation differs between brands — results may vary slightly.

Level 3 : what it means

Level 3 corresponds to a dark brown on the universal colorimetry scale (1 = black, 10 = lightest blonde). It measures the lightness or darkness of hair, independent of the reflect.

The natural (.0) reflect indicates no added undertone. It is the pure base without ash, golden, copper or any other reflect. Used as a mixing base, for natural-tone gray coverage, or when a result without visible reflects is desired.

Each brand codes level and reflect differently. The table above shows how the major professional brands name this same shade: level 3, natural reflect.

We answer your questions

Questions about level 3 natural

Brand equivalences

Each brand uses its own naming system. For example, a level 3 natural is 3N in Anti-Aging Permanent Liqui-Creme, 3 in Evolution of the Color, 3N in Topchic, 3N in Colorance, 3N in LumiShine Permanent Creme Color, 3N in Permanent Color, 3 in Color System, 3 in Majirel, 3 in Dia Light / Dia Color, 3 in INOA, 3N in SoColor Pre-Bonded, 3N in The Color, 3N in The Color XG, 3N in ChromaSilk, 3-0 in FACTION8 Permanent Color, 03N in Shades EQ Gloss, 3NW in Color Gels Lacquers, 3N in Chromatics, 3NN in Cover Fusion, 3 in Revlonissimo Colorsmetique, 3 in Salermvison, 3-0 in Igora Royal, 3-0 in Igora Vibrance, 3-0 in Igora Zero Amm, 3/0 in Koleston Perfect ME+, 3/0 in Color Touch, 3/0 in Color Fresh, 3N in Color Charm Permanent Liquid, 3 in Yellow Color. Although codes differ, they all represent the same level and reflect.

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.

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

Porosity, history, natural base, gray percentage and hair type. A real conversion, not just a number.

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