Gnome Cheeks vs Sandalwood

How close are they?

ΔE 9.3, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Sandalwood is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Gnome Cheeks.

Can I use Sandalwood instead of Gnome Cheeks?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 9). Sandalwood is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Gnome Cheeks.

Can I use Gnome Cheeks instead of Sandalwood?

The same difference applies the other way round: Gnome Cheeks is a little darker, more muted, 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.