Convert Wella Professionals Illumina Color to Matrix SoColor Pre-Bonded

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 Wella Professionals Illumina Color shade in Matrix SoColor Pre-Bonded. 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.

Illumina Color	Name	SoColor Pre-Bonded	Name	Match
4/	Medium Brown	4N	Medium Brown	Exact
5/	Light Brown	5N	Light Brown	Exact
6/	Dark Blonde	6N	Dark Blonde	Exact
7/	Medium Blonde	7N	Medium Blonde	Exact
8/	Light Blonde	8N	Light Blonde	Exact
9/	Very Light Blonde	9N	Very Light Blonde	Exact
10/	Lightest Blonde	10N	Lightest Blonde	Exact
5/02	Light Brown Natural Matte	5A	Light Ash Brown	Exact
8/1	Light Ash Blonde	8A	Light Ash Blonde	Exact
10/1	Lightest Ash Blonde	10N	Lightest Blonde	Approximate
8/13	Light Ash Gold Blonde	8A	Light Ash Blonde	Exact
6/16	Dark Ash Violet Blonde	6A	Dark Ash Blonde	Exact
6/19	Dark Ash Cendre Blonde	6A	Dark Ash Blonde	Exact
9/19	Very Light Ash Cendre Blonde	9A	Very Light Ash Blonde	Exact
9/59	Very Light Mahogany Cendre Blonde	9A	Very Light Ash Blonde	Exact
9/60	Very Light Violet Natural Blonde	9N	Very Light Blonde	Approximate
10/69	Lightest Violet Cendre Blonde	10N	Lightest Blonde	Approximate
5/81	Light Brown Pearl Ash	5A	Light Ash Brown	Exact
7/81	Medium Blonde Pearl Ash	7A	Medium Ash Blonde	Exact
10/81	Lightest Blonde Pearl Ash	10N	Lightest Blonde	Approximate
8/69	Light Violet Cendre Blonde	8N	Light Blonde	Approximate
9/03	Very Light Natural Gold Blonde	9N	Very Light Blonde	Approximate
7/31	Medium Gold Matte Blonde	7G	Medium Golden Blonde	Exact
5/35	Light Brown Gold Mahogany	5G	Light Golden Brown	Exact
7/35	Medium Gold Mahogany Blonde	7G	Medium Golden Blonde	Exact
8/36	Light Gold Violet Blonde	8G	Light Golden Blonde	Exact
5/37	Light Brown Gold Brown	5G	Light Golden Brown	Exact
8/37	Light Blonde Gold Brown	8G	Light Golden Blonde	Exact
8/38	Light Gold Pearl Blonde	8G	Light Golden Blonde	Exact
7/43	Medium Red Gold Blonde	7N	Medium Blonde	Approximate
5/43	Light Brown Red Gold	5R	Light Red Brown	Exact
5/7	Light Brown	5N	Light Brown	Approximate
7/7	Medium Brown Blonde	7N	Medium Blonde	Approximate

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Questions about Illumina Color and SoColor Pre-Bonded

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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