Browse all Paul Mitchell The Color shades. This chart includes The Color and XG with approximate color swatches.
Paul Mitchell uses the American letter system: level + letter (7A = medium ash blonde, 6G = dark golden blonde, 5C = light copper brown).
The chart includes The Color (the classic permanent) and The Color XG (the next-generation permanent). Each shade is labeled with its line.
The Color XG: manufacturer's chart (US, 2026-09-22)
Paul Mitchell The Color uses the level + letter format:
Paul Mitchell stands out for its sustainability commitment and cruelty-free products. The Color is their main permanent line.
One shade per level of The Color with its closest equivalent in other professional brands of the same type. These are orientative matches calculated by level and reflect: every brand uses its own pigments and bases, so always strand-test when switching.
| The Color | Koleston Perfect ME+ | Igora Royal | Majirel |
|---|---|---|---|
3N Dark Brown | 3/0 = | 3-0 = | 3 = |
4N Medium Brown | 4/0 = | 4-0 = | 4 = |
5N Light Brown | 5/0 = | 5-0 = | 5 = |
6N Dark Blonde | 6/0 = | 6-0 = | 6 = |
7N Medium Blonde | 7/0 = | 7-0 = | 7 = |
8N Light Blonde | 8/0 = | 8-0 = | 8 = |
9N Very Light Blonde | 9/0 = | 9-0 = | 9 = |
10N Lightest Blonde | 10/0 = | 10-0 = | 10 = |
= direct match · ≈ approximate match
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