Glowing Inferno vs Sandy Tan

How close are they?

ΔE 25.8, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Sandy Tan is a little darker, much more muted, cooler than Glowing Inferno.

Can I use Sandy Tan instead of Glowing Inferno?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 26). Sandy Tan is a little darker, much more muted, cooler than Glowing Inferno.

Can I use Glowing Inferno instead of Sandy Tan?

The same difference applies the other way round: Glowing Inferno is a little lighter, much more saturated, 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.