Question 1

Are brand equivalences exact?

Accepted Answer

No. Equivalences are approximate because each brand uses different pigments, bases, and concentrations. The level (1-10) is universal, but the reflect result may vary. We always recommend doing a strand test when switching brands.

Question 2

Can I mix hair color from different brands?

Accepted Answer

It's not recommended. Each brand formulates its products with specific chemistry (pH, alkalizing agent, pigment system). Mixing brands can create unpredictable reactions and unwanted results. Always use color and developer from the same brand.

Question 3

What if the exact shade doesn't exist in the other brand?

Accepted Answer

The tool shows you the closest available shade. If you need a very specific result, you can combine two shades from the target brand (for example, mixing a natural with an ash to get a soft ash). Blendsor calculates these mixes automatically.

Question 4

Why does a 7.1 from one brand look different from another brand's 7.1?

Accepted Answer

Because the number indicates the manufacturer's intention, not an absolute result. The pigments, concentration, natural base, and technology of each brand produce slightly different results. A 7.1 will always be a medium ash blonde, but the exact intensity and undertone will vary.

LumiShine Permanent Creme Color	Name	SoColor Pre-Bonded	Name	Match
2N	Black	2N	Black	Exact
3N	Dark Brown	3N	Dark Brown	Exact
4N	Medium Brown	4N	Medium Brown	Exact
5N	Light Brown	5N	Light Brown	Exact
6N	Dark Blonde	6N	Dark Blonde	Exact
7N	Medium Blonde	7N	Medium Blonde	Exact
8N	Light Blonde	8N	Light Blonde	Exact
9N	Very Light Blonde	9N	Very Light Blonde	Exact
10N	Lightest Blonde	10N	Lightest Blonde	Exact
5NA	Light Natural Ash Brown	5A	Light Ash Brown	Exact
6NA	Dark Natural Ash Blonde	6A	Dark Ash Blonde	Exact
7NA	Medium Natural Ash Blonde	7A	Medium Ash Blonde	Exact
8NA	Light Natural Ash Blonde	8A	Light Ash Blonde	Exact
9NA	Very Light Natural Ash Blonde	9A	Very Light Ash Blonde	Exact
6NG	Dark Natural Golden Blonde	6G	Dark Golden Blonde	Exact
7NG	Medium Natural Golden Blonde	7G	Medium Golden Blonde	Exact
8NG	Light Natural Golden Blonde	8G	Light Golden Blonde	Exact
5NC	Light Natural Copper Brown	5C	Light Copper Brown	Exact
6NC	Dark Natural Copper Blonde	6C	Dark Copper Blonde	Exact
7NC	Medium Natural Copper Blonde	7C	Medium Copper Blonde	Exact
5NR	Light Natural Red Brown	5R	Light Red Brown	Exact
6NR	Dark Natural Red Blonde	6R	Dark Red Blonde	Exact

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