Convert Paul Mitchell The Color to Pravana ChromaSilk

Q: How many The Color shades have an exact equivalent in ChromaSilk?

Of the 21 The Color shades, 18 have an exact equivalent in ChromaSilk, 3 close. The level (1-10) is universal; what varies is the reflect.

Find the equivalent for each Paul Mitchell The Color shade in Pravana ChromaSilk. 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.

The Color	Name	ChromaSilk	Name	Match
Level 3
3N	Dark Brown	3N	Dark Brown	Exact
Level 4
4N	Medium Brown	4N	Brown	Exact
Level 5
5N	Light Brown	5N	Light Brown	Exact
5A	Light Ash Brown	5.92	Light Smokey Beige Brown	Close
5C	Light Copper Brown	5.4	Light Copper Brown	Exact
5RO	Light Red Brown	5.6	Light Red Brown	Exact
Level 6
6N	Dark Blonde	6N	Dark Blonde	Exact
6A	Dark Ash Blonde	6.1	Dark Ash Blonde	Exact
6G	Dark Golden Blonde	6.3	Dark Golden Blonde	Exact
6C	Dark Copper Blonde	6.45	Dark Copper Mahogany Blonde	Close
6RO	Dark Red Blonde	6.64	Dark Red Copper Blonde	Close
Level 7
7N	Medium Blonde	7N	Blonde	Exact
7A	Medium Ash Blonde	7.1	Ash Blonde	Exact
7G	Medium Golden Blonde	7.3	Golden Blonde	Exact
7C	Medium Copper Blonde	7.4	Copper Blonde	Exact
Level 8
8N	Light Blonde	8N	Light Blonde	Exact
8A	Light Ash Blonde	8.1	Light Ash Blonde	Exact
8G	Light Golden Blonde	8.3	Light Golden Blonde	Exact
Level 9
9N	Very Light Blonde	9N	Very Light Blonde	Exact
9A	Very Light Ash Blonde	9.1	Very Light Ash Blonde	Exact
Level 10
10N	Lightest Blonde	10N	Extra Light Blonde	Exact

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 21 The Color shades, 18 exact and 3 close in this chart with ChromaSilk. For example, The Color's 6N maps to ChromaSilk's 6N. Natural reflects cross over best; red ones need more adjustment.

The Color writes the reflect with a letter after the level (7N = medium natural blonde); ChromaSilk uses hybrid system: naturals carry N (7N) and the rest use dot + reflect (7.44 = intense copper blonde). The level (1-10) stays the same; what changes when converting is how the reflect is written.

View reverse: Pravana ChromaSilk to Paul Mitchell The Color

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Questions about The Color and ChromaSilk

Common questions when converting between these brands

How many The Color shades have an exact equivalent in ChromaSilk?

Of the 21 The Color shades, 18 have an exact equivalent in ChromaSilk, 3 close. 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.

Is the converter also in the app?

Yes. Inside Blendsor you'll find it in Learn → Brand converter and in the chat attach button (+). There the equivalent comes with its confidence level and a warning if the product type changes, and you can send it to the advisor to fine-tune it for your client's base, grays and porosity. Download the app.

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.

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