All About Color Codes

When you're standing in front of the shelves at the beauty store, hair color can seem like an endless jungle of shades. But did you know that the mysterious numbers on the packaging are the key to understanding your perfect shade? By learning to interpret these codes, you can tailor your color choices, from subtle highlights to bold changes. Understanding color codes puts you in control of your hair's personality and style.

Unleash your creativity with the right knowledge

By understanding the language of hair color codes, you become your own color expert. The base numbers represent the depth of the color, while the secondary numbers give you information about undertones like gold, ash, or copper. Whether you want a natural look or something more avant-garde, this knowledge will help you choose the right shade and avoid surprises.

The first number indicates the base color, with 1 standing for black and 10 for light blonde. The second number reveals the shade, such as 1 for ash and 3 for gold. So a color code like 7.3 means a golden blonde shade! Understanding these numbers is perfect for finding your dream shade and avoiding color mistakes.

Decoding the Nuance: What Do .1, .2, .3, and More Mean?

.1 – Ash : This shade is cool and helps neutralize warm undertones. It gives a cooler, more muted color and is perfect for toning down golden or red tones. True Colour Ash neutrals come in levels 4.1-10.1 with 4.1 being the darkest and 10.1 being the lightest.

.11 Intense Ash : Our intense cool tones are rich in blue pigments and neutralize orange pigments. This range is perfect for men looking to achieve a cool gray tone. True Colour Intense ash neutrals are available in levels 6.11-9.11 with 6.11 being the darkest and 9.11 being the lightest.

.2 .22 – Pearl Grey/Violet : An undertone used to create a cool effect with a subtle violet touch. It is great for counteracting yellow tones and creating a brighter blonde or light shade.

.3 – Gold : This shade adds a warm and glowing tone to the hair. It is a great choice for those who want a sun-kissed look or a warmer brown or blonde color. True Colour Golden is available in levels 8.3-10.3 with 8.3 being the darkest and 10.3 being the lightest.

.4 and .44 – Copper : A strong, warm tone that gives the hair a reddish shine. Perfect for those who want a color with intensity and warmth, like a light brown with a distinct orange touch. True Colour Copper is available in levels 7.44-9.4 with 7.44 being the darkest and 9.4 being the lightest.

.6 and .666 – Copper : Our red hair colors contain a lot of pigment and violet tones create a deep and intense red tone. True Colour Red is available in levels 5.6-7.666 where 5.6 is the darkest and 7.666 is the lightest. Our red tone 7.666 does not contain violet tones and creates a bright red shade.

.12 – Metallic Violet :These hair colors give a fantastic iridescent shade with high shine and reflect in shades like a pearl. Through violet and blue tones, they effectively neutralize both yellow and orange tones in the hair without giving a gray shade. True Colour Metallic violet is available in levels 6.12-10.12 where 6.12 is the darkest and 10.12 is the lightest.

.13 – Platinum Beige : Our beige shades contain ashy and golden pigments, this creates a perfect beige tone with a balanced tone that is neither too cold nor too warm. Can only be applied to blonde hair at level 9 or lighter. True Colour Platinum beige is available in levels 9.13-10.13 where 9.13 is the darkest and 10.13 is the lightest.

.16 – Pink Pearl: Our pink pearl shades contain ashy and pink pigments. They effectively neutralize yellow tones on blonde hair and leave a fantastic shine with subtle pink reflections like a pearl. True Colour Pink pearl is available in levels 9.16-10.16 where 9.16 is the darkest and 10.16 is the lightest.

.36 – Gold Violet : Our gold violet shades are a perfect balance of warm and cool to create a beige tone. We recommend these colors as a first color for blonde hair that needs to be dyed darker to avoid green tones. True Color Gold violet is available in levels 8.36-10.36 where 8.36 is the darkest and 10.36 is the lightest.

.73 and .77 + .35 – Brown : Our brown hair color is based on a red base and creates intense brown shades. True Color Brown is available in levels 5.77-8.77 where 5.77 is the darkest and 8.77 is the lightest.