Olive Flesh vs Pale Flesh

How close are they?

ΔE 4.5, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Pale Flesh is a little lighter, warmer than Olive Flesh.

Can I use Pale Flesh instead of Olive Flesh?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Pale Flesh is a little lighter, warmer than Olive Flesh.

Can I use Olive Flesh instead of Pale Flesh?

The same difference applies the other way round: Olive Flesh is a little darker, 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.