Hair color code decoding!
Each Naturtint hair color is given a shade code that corresponds with salon industry standards. This code typically consists of a number followed by a letter. The Naturtint Permanent Hair Color Chart is a great place to start.
The Number represents the level:
The darkest shade is level 1 (black), and the lightest shade is level 10 (lightest blonde).
| Level | Description |
| 1 | Black |
| 2 | Darkest Brown |
| 3 | Very Dark Brown |
| 4 | Dark Brown |
| 5 | Brown |
| 6 | Light Brown |
| 7 | Dark Blonde |
| 8 | Medium Blonde |
| 9 | Blonde |
| 10 | Light Blonde |
The Letter represents the color category:
| Letter | Description |
| N | Natural shades are neutral in color, which means they contain a balance of warm and cool tones. They are best for covering gray hair. |
| G | Golden shades provide warmth by blending in subtle yellow tones. |
| A | Ash shades add a cool tone to the hair and are ideal for counteracting ‘brassiness’. |
| Pro tip: Ash shades can neutralize unwanted warm hues and work best when mixed with an (N) Natural shade. | |
| C | Copper shades are vibrant and rich and are more orange in color. |
| M | Mahogany shades have both purple and red added for a more red-violet hue. |
| R | Red shades have concentrated red hues in their formula. |
Color Blends:
The first letter is the primary tone and the second letter is the secondary tone, added for dimension.
| NB | Neutral Blue - Contains natural and cool tones with underlying blue hues. |
| NM | Neutral Mahogany - A blend of natural tones with a tiny splash of mahogany. |
| GA | Gold Ash - A blend of gold and ash tones. |
| GC | Gold Copper - A blend of gold and copper tones. |
| NV | Neutral Violet - A blend of natural and red-violet tones. |
| GM | Gold Mahogany - A blend of subtle gold and mahogany hues, for a rich chocolate tone. |
Hair color never comes out like the box.
When trying to figure out the best hair color to use, it is important to remember that the color will never come out exactly like you see it on the box or color chart. Your final color result depends on the color, thickness, and overall condition of your hair. Even some medications and body chemistry can influence hair color results.
Color cannot lighten color.
With at-home permanent hair color, you can go as dark as you like, but you can only lighten previously colored hair by up to two shades. Most people find that staying within two shades of their natural hair color suits their skin tone well. Trying to lighten by more than one or two shades often exposes warm or brassy tones in the hair. If you are seeking drastic lightening, for example, from brown to blonde, you will need to consult a professional; no at-home permanent hair color can produce those results without the color looking brassy or warm.
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