Convert Küül Color System to Redken Color Gels Lacquers

Q: How many Color System shades have an exact equivalent in Color Gels Lacquers?

Of the 56 Color System shades, 28 have an exact equivalent in Color Gels Lacquers, 28 approximate. The level (1-10) is universal; what varies is the reflect.

Find the equivalent for each Küül Color System shade in Redken Color Gels Lacquers. Complete chart with levels, reflects, and match confidence.

Remember that equivalences are approximate. Each brand has proprietary pigments and bases that produce slightly different results. We always recommend doing a strand test when switching brands.

Color System	Name	Color Gels Lacquers	Name	Match
Level 1
1	Black	1NN	Midnight	Exact
1A	Blue Black	1NN	Midnight	Exact
1V	Violet Black	1NN	Midnight	Approximate
Level 2
2	Extra Dark Brown	1NN	Midnight	Approximate
Level 3
3	Dark Brown	3NW	Cocoa Bean	Exact
Level 4
4	Brown	4NN	Double Espresso	Exact
4.65	Burgundy	4RV	Cabernet	Approximate
Level 5
5	Light Brown	5NN	Cafe Mocha	Exact
5.1	Light Ash Brown	5NA	Smoke	Exact
5.5	Light Mahogany Brown	5RO	Manzanita	Approximate
5.31	Chocolate	5NA	Smoke	Approximate
5.45	Mocha	5NA	Smoke	Approximate
Level 6
6	Dark Blonde	6NN	Chocolate Mousse	Exact
6.1	Dark Ash Blonde	6NA	Granite	Exact
6.11	Dark Intense Ash Blonde	6NA	Granite	Exact
6.12	Dark Pearl Ash Blonde	6NA	Granite	Approximate
6.22	Dark Intense Pearl Blonde	6NA	Granite	Approximate
6.23	Dark Pearl Gold Blonde	6NA	Granite	Approximate
6.77	Dark Intense Violet Blonde	6NA	Granite	Approximate
6.34	Dark Golden Copper Blonde	6WG	Mango	Exact
6.66	Dark Intense Red Blonde	6RR	Blaze	Exact
Level 7
7	Blonde	7NN	Cocoa Powder	Exact
7.1	Ash Blonde	7NA	Pewter	Exact
7.11	Intense Ash Blonde	7NA	Pewter	Exact
7.12	Pearl Ash Blonde	7NA	Pewter	Approximate
7.22	Intense Pearl Blonde	7NA	Pewter	Approximate
7.76	Reddish Violet Blonde	7NA	Pewter	Approximate
7.3	Golden Blonde	7GB	Butterscotch	Exact
7.44	Intense Copper Blonde	7GB	Butterscotch	Approximate
7.64	Red Copper Blonde	7RR	Flame	Exact
7.5	Mahogany Blonde	7RR	Flame	Approximate
7.62	Pearl Red Blonde	7RR	Flame	Exact
7.66	Intense Red Blonde	7RR	Flame	Exact
7.31	Latte Macchiato	7NA	Pewter	Approximate
7.35	Cappuccino	7NA	Pewter	Approximate
Level 8
8	Light Blonde	8NN	Creme Brulee	Exact
8.1	Light Ash Blonde	8NA	Volcanic	Exact
8.11	Light Intense Ash Blonde	8NA	Volcanic	Exact
8.22	Light Intense Pearl Blonde	8NA	Volcanic	Approximate
8.3	Light Golden Blonde	8NG	Safari	Exact
8.62	Light Pearl Red Blonde	8WG	Golden Apricot	Approximate
8.66	Light Intense Red Blonde	8WG	Golden Apricot	Approximate
Level 9
9	Very Light Blonde	9N	Mist	Exact
9.1	Very Light Ash Blonde	9NA	Sky	Exact
9.11	Very Light Intense Ash Blonde	9NA	Sky	Exact
9.9	Platinum Blonde	9NA	Sky	Exact
9.12	Very Light Pearl Ash Blonde	9NA	Sky	Approximate
9.22	Very Light Intense Pearl Blonde	9NA	Sky	Approximate
9.33	Very Light Intense Golden Blonde	9GB	Butter Cream	Exact
9.66	Very Light Intense Red Blonde	9N	Mist	Approximate
Level 10
10	Lightest Blonde	10N	Snow Queen	Exact
10.1	Lightest Ash Blonde	10N	Snow Queen	Approximate
10.11	Lightest Intense Ash Blonde	10N	Snow Queen	Approximate
10.22	Lightest Intense Pearl Blonde	10N	Snow Queen	Approximate
10.21	Lightest Pearl Ash Blonde	10N	Snow Queen	Approximate
10.31	Lightest Golden Ash Blonde	10N	Snow Queen	Approximate

How to read the match: Exact = same level and same reflect · Close = same level, same reflect family · Approximate = same level in natural, or adjacent level with the same reflect. Hover each badge for that row's reason.

Of the 56 Color System shades, 28 exact and 28 approximate in this chart with Color Gels Lacquers. For example, Color System's 6 maps to Color Gels Lacquers's 6NN. Natural reflects cross over best; matte ones need more adjustment.

Color System writes the reflect with a dot (7.44 = intense copper blonde; .2 = pearl/iridescent, .7 = violet); Color Gels Lacquers uses a double-letter family after the level (5NW = natural warm, NN = natural natural, NA = natural ash). The level (1-10) stays the same; what changes when converting is how the reflect is written.

View reverse: Redken Color Gels Lacquers to Küül Color System

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Questions about Color System and Color Gels Lacquers

Common questions when converting between these brands

How many Color System shades have an exact equivalent in Color Gels Lacquers?

Of the 56 Color System shades, 28 have an exact equivalent in Color Gels Lacquers, 28 approximate. The level (1-10) is universal; what varies is the reflect.

Are brand equivalences exact?

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.

Can I mix hair color from different brands?

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.

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

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.

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