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.

SoColor Pre-Bonded	Name	Shades EQ Gloss	Name	Match
2N	Black	03N	Dark Brown	Approximate
3N	Dark Brown	03N	Dark Brown	Exact
4N	Medium Brown	04N	Medium Brown	Exact
5N	Light Brown	05N	Light Brown	Exact
6N	Dark Blonde	06N	Dark Blonde	Exact
7N	Medium Blonde	07N	Medium Blonde	Exact
8N	Light Blonde	08N	Light Blonde	Exact
9N	Very Light Blonde	09N	Very Light Blonde	Exact
10N	Lightest Blonde	09N	Very Light Blonde	Approximate
5A	Light Ash Brown	05N	Light Brown	Approximate
6A	Dark Ash Blonde	06N	Dark Blonde	Approximate
7A	Medium Ash Blonde	07N	Medium Blonde	Approximate
8A	Light Ash Blonde	08N	Light Blonde	Approximate
9A	Very Light Ash Blonde	09T	Very Light Titanium Blonde	Exact
5G	Light Golden Brown	05N	Light Brown	Approximate
6G	Dark Golden Blonde	06N	Dark Blonde	Approximate
7G	Medium Golden Blonde	07N	Medium Blonde	Approximate
8G	Light Golden Blonde	08WG	Light Warm Gold Blonde	Exact
5C	Light Copper Brown	05C	Light Copper Brown	Exact
6C	Dark Copper Blonde	06C	Dark Copper Blonde	Exact
7C	Medium Copper Blonde	07C	Medium Copper Blonde	Exact
5M	Light Mahogany Brown	05N	Light Brown	Approximate
6M	Dark Mahogany Blonde	06N	Dark Blonde	Approximate
5R	Light Red Brown	05RB	Light Red Brown	Exact
6R	Dark Red Blonde	06RB	Dark Red Brown Blonde	Exact
5MR	Light Mahogany Red Brown	05N	Light Brown	Approximate
6MR	Dark Mahogany Red Blonde	06N	Dark Blonde	Approximate

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