Convert Matrix SoColor Pre-Bonded to Joico LumiShine Permanent Creme Color

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

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.

Find the equivalent for each Matrix SoColor Pre-Bonded shade in Joico LumiShine Permanent Creme Color. 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.

SoColor Pre-Bonded	Name	LumiShine Permanent Creme Color	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
5A	Light Ash Brown	5NA	Light Natural Ash Brown	Exact
6A	Dark Ash Blonde	6NA	Dark Natural Ash Blonde	Exact
7A	Medium Ash Blonde	7NA	Medium Natural Ash Blonde	Exact
8A	Light Ash Blonde	8NA	Light Natural Ash Blonde	Exact
9A	Very Light Ash Blonde	9NA	Very Light Natural Ash Blonde	Exact
5G	Light Golden Brown	5N	Light Brown	Approximate
6G	Dark Golden Blonde	6NG	Dark Natural Golden Blonde	Exact
7G	Medium Golden Blonde	7NG	Medium Natural Golden Blonde	Exact
8G	Light Golden Blonde	8NG	Light Natural Golden Blonde	Exact
5C	Light Copper Brown	5NC	Light Natural Copper Brown	Exact
6C	Dark Copper Blonde	6NC	Dark Natural Copper Blonde	Exact
7C	Medium Copper Blonde	7NC	Medium Natural Copper Blonde	Exact
5M	Light Mahogany Brown	5N	Light Brown	Approximate
6M	Dark Mahogany Blonde	6N	Dark Blonde	Approximate
5R	Light Red Brown	5NR	Light Natural Red Brown	Exact
6R	Dark Red Blonde	6NR	Dark Natural Red Blonde	Exact
5MR	Light Mahogany Red Brown	5N	Light Brown	Approximate
6MR	Dark Mahogany Red Blonde	6N	Dark Blonde	Approximate

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Questions about SoColor Pre-Bonded and LumiShine Permanent Creme Color

Common questions when converting between these brands

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.

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

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.

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