PASTEL PINK AK Interactive acrylic paint equivalents (#F9C2A9)
PASTEL PINK is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest PASTEL PINK equivalent is Peach Flesh (Green Stuff World) (ΔE 5.5).
For Vallejo, the closest match to PASTEL PINK is Pale Flesh (72.003) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 6.0).
For Army Painter, the closest match to PASTEL PINK is Opal Skin (Army Painter) (ΔE 6.4).
Best equivalents by brand
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Which equivalent should you pick for PASTEL PINK?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to PASTEL PINK in the current local catalogue is Peach Flesh from Green Stuff World (Delta-E 5.48).
- Closest overall: Peach Flesh (Green Stuff World, Delta-E 5.48)
- Closest Vallejo: Pale Flesh (72.003) (Delta-E 5.98)
- Closest Army Painter: Opal Skin (Delta-E 6.39)
Method
Matches are computed from the local paint catalogue with Delta-E CIEDE2000. Lower values mean a closer visual match on the miniature.
Limits
Finish, opacity, flow, and bottle format are not captured by Delta-E alone. Test the substitute if the recipe relies on a specific behaviour.
What to check before replacing this base
Before adopting a substitute, check these points specific to this base paint:
- Coverage: reliable — check how many coats are needed for full opacity
- Thinning: controlled thinning — verify the right ratio for your technique
- Recommended primer: the primer already used in your recipe — keep the same surface preparation
- Test swatch: always test the substitute on a spare part first
- Recipe check: compare with the full wash and highlight sequence
Frequently asked questions
PASTEL PINK is a paint from AK Interactive. Its specific pigment load, drying behaviour, and finish set it apart from other paints in the same category, which is why a direct substitute needs to match more than just the colour value.
The closest Vallejo option is Pale Flesh (72.003) (Delta E 5.98).
Yes, PASTEL PINK is currently part of the AK Interactive range. Check local stock or equivalent alternatives if the pot is hard to source.
Check Delta-E, finish type, coverage, opacity, and behaviour over your chosen primer. Run a full test with one shade and one highlight pass before applying the substitute to an entire unit.
PASTEL PINK is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest PASTEL PINK equivalent is Peach Flesh (Green Stuff World) (ΔE 5.5).
For Vallejo, the closest match to PASTEL PINK is Pale Flesh (72.003) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 6.0).
For Army Painter, the closest match to PASTEL PINK is Opal Skin (Army Painter) (ΔE 6.4).
PASTEL PINK is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest PASTEL PINK equivalent is Peach Flesh (Green Stuff World) with Delta E 5.5. For Vallejo, the closest match to PASTEL PINK is Pale Flesh (72.003) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 6.0. For Army Painter, the closest match to PASTEL PINK is Opal Skin (Army Painter) with Delta E 6.4.
PASTEL PINK Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Pale Flesh (72.003) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 6.0.
PASTEL PINK Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Opal Skin (Army Painter) with Delta E 6.4.
PASTEL PINK equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, PASTEL PINK requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the rich red range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Peach Flesh (Green Stuff World) – ΔE 5.5
- Closest Vallejo option : Pale Flesh (72.003) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 6.0
- Closest Army Painter option : Opal Skin (Army Painter) – ΔE 6.4
A paint substitute only becomes trustworthy once it survives the same primer, shade, and highlight sequence as the original recipe.
Looking at the surrounding palette matters because a near match can still push the finished model warmer, colder, or flatter than expected.
That combination of colour distance, finish, and recipe context is what makes a paint substitute reliable on an actual miniature.
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