Convert Paul Mitchell The Color to Redken Color Gels Lacquers

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

Of the 21 The Color shades, 19 have an exact equivalent in Color Gels Lacquers, 2 approximate. The level (1-10) is universal; what varies is the reflect.

Find the equivalent for each Paul Mitchell The Color shade in Redken Color Gels Lacquers. 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	Color Gels Lacquers	Name	Match
Level 3
3N	Dark Brown	3NW	Cocoa Bean	Exact
Level 4
4N	Medium Brown	4NN	Double Espresso	Exact
Level 5
5N	Light Brown	5NN	Cafe Mocha	Exact
5A	Light Ash Brown	5NA	Smoke	Exact
5C	Light Copper Brown	5GB	Twilight	Approximate
5RO	Light Red Brown	5RO	Manzanita	Exact
Level 6
6N	Dark Blonde	6NN	Chocolate Mousse	Exact
6A	Dark Ash Blonde	6NA	Granite	Exact
6G	Dark Golden Blonde	6GB	Ivy	Exact
6C	Dark Copper Blonde	6WG	Mango	Exact
6RO	Dark Red Blonde	6RR	Blaze	Exact
Level 7
7N	Medium Blonde	7NN	Cocoa Powder	Exact
7A	Medium Ash Blonde	7NA	Pewter	Exact
7G	Medium Golden Blonde	7GB	Butterscotch	Exact
7C	Medium Copper Blonde	7GB	Butterscotch	Approximate
Level 8
8N	Light Blonde	8NN	Creme Brulee	Exact
8A	Light Ash Blonde	8NA	Volcanic	Exact
8G	Light Golden Blonde	8NG	Safari	Exact
Level 9
9N	Very Light Blonde	9N	Mist	Exact
9A	Very Light Ash Blonde	9NA	Sky	Exact
Level 10
10N	Lightest Blonde	10N	Snow Queen	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, 19 exact and 2 approximate in this chart with Color Gels Lacquers. For example, The Color's 6N maps to Color Gels Lacquers's 6NN. Natural reflects cross over best; copper ones need more adjustment.

The Color writes the reflect with a letter after the level (7N = medium natural blonde); Color Gels Lacquers uses a double-letter family after the level (5NW = natural warm, NN = natural natural, NA = natural ash). Both brands write the reflect in a similar way, so reading the code across is straightforward.

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Questions about The Color and Color Gels Lacquers

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How many The Color shades have an exact equivalent in Color Gels Lacquers?

Of the 21 The Color shades, 19 have an exact equivalent in Color Gels Lacquers, 2 approximate. 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.

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.

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