Bright Shadow Flesh vs Tan

How close are they?

ΔE 10.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Tan is a little darker, cooler than Bright Shadow Flesh.

Can I use Tan instead of Bright Shadow Flesh?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Tan is a little darker, cooler than Bright Shadow Flesh.

Can I use Bright Shadow Flesh instead of Tan?

The same difference applies the other way round: Bright Shadow Flesh 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.