Pastel Pink vs Tourmaline Skin

How close are they?

ΔE 11.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Tourmaline Skin is noticeably darker, cooler than Pastel Pink.

Can I use Tourmaline Skin instead of Pastel Pink?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Tourmaline Skin is noticeably darker, cooler than Pastel Pink.

Can I use Pastel Pink instead of Tourmaline Skin?

The same difference applies the other way round: Pastel Pink is noticeably lighter, warmer.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.