Convert Pravana ChromaSilk to L'Oreal Professionnel INOA

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

Of the 25 ChromaSilk shades, 21 have an exact equivalent in INOA, 4 approximate. The level (1-10) is universal; what varies is the reflect.

Find the equivalent for each Pravana ChromaSilk shade in L'Oreal Professionnel INOA. 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.

ChromaSilk	Name	INOA	Name	Match
Level 2
2N	Black	1	Black	Approximate
Level 3
3N	Dark Brown	3	Dark Brown	Exact
Level 4
4N	Medium Brown	4	Medium Brown	Exact
Level 5
5N	Light Brown	5	Light Brown	Exact
5.1	Light Ash Brown	5.1	Light Ash Brown	Exact
5.3	Light Golden Brown	5.3	Light Golden Brown	Exact
5.4	Light Copper Brown	5.3	Light Golden Brown	Approximate
5.5	Light Mahogany Brown	5.5	Light Mahogany Brown	Approximate
5.6	Light Red Brown	5.5	Light Mahogany Brown	Exact
Level 6
6N	Dark Blonde	6	Dark Blonde	Exact
6.1	Dark Ash Blonde	6.1	Dark Ash Blonde	Exact
6.3	Dark Golden Blonde	6.3	Dark Golden Blonde	Exact
6.4	Dark Copper Blonde	6.45	Dark Copper Mahogany Blonde	Exact
6.5	Dark Mahogany Blonde	6.5	Dark Mahogany Blonde	Approximate
6.6	Dark Red Blonde	6.5	Dark Mahogany Blonde	Exact
Level 7
7N	Medium Blonde	7	Medium Blonde	Exact
7.1	Medium Ash Blonde	7.1	Medium Ash Blonde	Exact
7.3	Medium Golden Blonde	7.3	Medium Golden Blonde	Exact
7.4	Medium Copper Blonde	7.43	Medium Copper Gold Blonde	Exact
Level 8
8N	Light Blonde	8	Light Blonde	Exact
8.1	Light Ash Blonde	8.1	Light Ash Blonde	Exact
8.3	Light Golden Blonde	8.3	Light Golden Blonde	Exact
Level 9
9N	Very Light Blonde	9	Very Light Blonde	Exact
9.1	Very Light Ash Blonde	9.1	Very Light Ash Blonde	Exact
Level 10
10N	Lightest Blonde	10	Lightest 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 25 ChromaSilk shades, 21 exact and 4 approximate in this chart with INOA. For example, ChromaSilk's 6N maps to INOA's 6. Ash reflects cross over best; mahogany ones need more adjustment.

ChromaSilk writes the reflect with a letter after the level (7N = medium natural blonde); INOA uses a dot (7.1 = ash blonde). The level (1-10) stays the same; what changes when converting is how the reflect is written.

View reverse: L'Oreal Professionnel INOA to Pravana ChromaSilk

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Questions about ChromaSilk and INOA

Common questions when converting between these brands

How many ChromaSilk shades have an exact equivalent in INOA?

Of the 25 ChromaSilk shades, 21 have an exact equivalent in INOA, 4 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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