Question 1

What does the letter after the number mean in Matrix SoColor?

Accepted Answer

The number indicates the level (color depth) and the letter indicates the reflect: N = natural, A = ash, G = gold, C = copper, M = mahogany, R = red, V = violet. Two letters together like MR indicate primary + secondary reflect.

Question 2

What developer should I use with Matrix SoColor?

Accepted Answer

Matrix recommends: 3% (10vol) for tone-on-tone, 6% (20vol) for 1-2 levels of lift and gray coverage, 9% (30vol) for 2-3 levels, 12% (40vol) for maximum lift. Always with Matrix Cream Developer.

Question 3

What is the Pre-Bonded technology in SoColor?

Accepted Answer

SoColor Pre-Bonded includes a care complex that protects the internal hair bonds during the color service. It is not a post-color treatment: it works during the chemical process, minimizing damage while depositing color.

Question 4

Does Matrix SoColor cover gray hair?

Accepted Answer

Yes. SoColor Pre-Bonded offers 100% gray coverage. For resistant gray, mixing with natural (N) shades at 50% is recommended. For fine or few grays, pure fashion shades work fine on their own.

Question 5

Can I find the equivalent of a Matrix shade in another brand?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Use our hair color brand converter to find the equivalent of any Matrix shade in Wella, Schwarzkopf, L'Oreal, and more. For exact formulas tailored to the salon's products, download Blendsor.

Matrix Color Chart: SoColor Pre-Bonded

Level 2 — Very dark brown

Level 3 — Dark brown

Level 4 — Medium brown

Level 5 — Light brown

Level 6 — Dark blonde

Level 7 — Medium blonde

Level 8 — Light blonde

Level 9 — Very light blonde

Level 10 — Extra light blonde

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