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.

Koleston Perfect ME+	Name	Shades EQ Gloss	Name	Match
2/0	Black	03N	Dark Brown	Approximate
3/0	Dark Brown	03N	Dark Brown	Exact
4/0	Medium Brown	04N	Medium Brown	Exact
5/0	Light Brown	05N	Light Brown	Exact
6/0	Dark Blonde	06N	Dark Blonde	Exact
7/0	Medium Blonde	07N	Medium Blonde	Exact
8/0	Light Blonde	08N	Light Blonde	Exact
9/0	Very Light Blonde	09N	Very Light Blonde	Exact
10/0	Lightest Blonde	09N	Very Light Blonde	Approximate
5/1	Light Ash Brown	05N	Light Brown	Approximate
6/1	Dark Ash Blonde	06N	Dark Blonde	Approximate
7/1	Medium Ash Blonde	07N	Medium Blonde	Approximate
8/1	Light Ash Blonde	08N	Light Blonde	Approximate
9/1	Very Light Ash Blonde	09T	Very Light Titanium Blonde	Exact
5/3	Light Golden Brown	05N	Light Brown	Approximate
6/3	Dark Golden Blonde	06N	Dark Blonde	Approximate
7/3	Medium Golden Blonde	07N	Medium Blonde	Approximate
8/3	Light Golden Blonde	08WG	Light Warm Gold Blonde	Exact
9/3	Very Light Golden Blonde	09G	Very Light Gold Blonde	Exact
5/4	Light Copper Brown	05C	Light Copper Brown	Exact
6/4	Dark Copper Blonde	06C	Dark Copper Blonde	Exact
7/4	Medium Copper Blonde	07C	Medium Copper Blonde	Exact
5/5	Light Mahogany Brown	05N	Light Brown	Approximate
6/5	Dark Mahogany Blonde	06N	Dark Blonde	Approximate
5/6	Light Violet Brown	05RB	Light Red Brown	Exact
6/7	Dark Brown Blonde	06N	Dark Blonde	Approximate
7/7	Medium Brown Blonde	07N	Medium Blonde	Approximate

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