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Equivalences across 10 brands

Level 5 Ash (/1)

Light Brown Ash — code comparison across 10 professional brands.

Brand / Line
Code
Name
Type
Alfaparf Milano Evolution of the Color
5.1
Light Ash Brown
Permanent
Joico LumiShine Permanent Creme Color
5NA
Light Natural Ash Brown
Permanent
Kenra Professional Kenra Color
5A
Light Ash Brown
Permanent
L'Oreal Professionnel Majirel
5.1
Light Ash Brown
Permanent
Matrix SoColor Pre-Bonded
5A
Light Ash Brown
Permanent
Paul Mitchell The Color
5A
Light Ash Brown
Permanent
Pravana ChromaSilk
5.1
Light Ash Brown
Permanent
Revlon Professional Revlonissimo Colorsmetique
5.1
Light Ash Brown
Permanent
Schwarzkopf Professional Igora Royal
5-1
Light Ash Brown
Permanent
Wella Professionals Koleston Perfect ME+
5/1
Light Ash Brown
Permanent

All codes represent the same level (5) and reflect (ash). Chemical formulation differs between brands — results may vary slightly.

Other reflects at level 5

Level 5 Natural 15 brands Level 5 Golden 9 brands Level 5 Copper 14 brands Level 5 Mahogany 7 brands Level 5 Red 12 brands

Ash reflect at other levels

Level 6 Dark Blonde 13 brands Level 7 Medium Blonde 14 brands Level 8 Light Blonde 14 brands Level 9 Very Light Blonde 14 brands
Professional colorimetry

Level 5 Ash: what it means

Level 5 corresponds to a light brown 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 5, ash reflect.

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Questions about level 5 ash

Brand equivalences

Each brand uses its own naming system. For example, a level 5 ash is 5.1 in Evolution of the Color, 5NA in LumiShine Permanent Creme Color, 5A in Kenra Color, 5.1 in Majirel, 5A in SoColor Pre-Bonded, 5A in The Color, 5.1 in ChromaSilk, 5.1 in Revlonissimo Colorsmetique, 5-1 in Igora Royal, 5/1 in Koleston Perfect ME+. 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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