Opal Skin vs Pale Skin

How close are they?

ΔE 5.2, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Pale Skin is a little darker, cooler than Opal Skin.

Can I use Pale Skin instead of Opal Skin?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Pale Skin is a little darker, cooler than Opal Skin.

Can I use Opal Skin instead of Pale Skin?

The same difference applies the other way round: Opal Skin is a little 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.