Ruby Skin vs Fair Shadow

How close are they?

ΔE 13.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Fair Shadow is a little darker, warmer than Ruby Skin.

Can I use Fair Shadow instead of Ruby Skin?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Fair Shadow is a little darker, warmer than Ruby Skin.

Can I use Ruby Skin instead of Fair Shadow?

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