Opal Skin vs Deepkin Flesh

How close are they?

ΔE 12.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Deepkin Flesh is noticeably darker, warmer than Opal Skin.

Can I use Deepkin Flesh instead of Opal Skin?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Deepkin Flesh is noticeably darker, warmer than Opal Skin.

Can I use Opal Skin instead of Deepkin Flesh?

The same difference applies the other way round: Opal Skin is noticeably lighter, cooler.

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.