Basic Skintone (70.815)
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SC-20 Basic Flesh Scale75 acrylic paint equivalents (#C89078)
SC-20 Basic Flesh is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-20 Basic Flesh equivalent is Basic Skintone (70.815) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.4).
For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-20 Basic Flesh is Basic Skintone (70.815) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.4).
For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-20 Basic Flesh is Barbarian Flesh (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.1).
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Top 3 closest equivalents
These 3 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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Basic Skintone (70.815)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 2.4slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
Celestine Skin 3Warhammer
ΔE 3.6moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
Celestine Skin 2Warhammer
ΔE 3.8moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for SC-20 Basic Flesh?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to SC-20 Basic Flesh in the current local catalogue is Basic Skintone (70.815) from Vallejo Model Color (Delta-E 2.44).
- Closest overall: Basic Skintone (70.815) (Vallejo Model Color, Delta-E 2.44)
- Closest Vallejo: Basic Skintone (70.815) (Delta-E 2.44)
- Closest Army Painter: Barbarian Flesh (Delta-E 3.13)
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
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Frequently asked questions
SC-20 Basic Flesh is a paint from Scale75. 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 Basic Skintone (70.815) (Delta E 2.44).
Yes, SC-20 Basic Flesh is currently part of the Scale75 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.
SC-20 Basic Flesh is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-20 Basic Flesh equivalent is Basic Skintone (70.815) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.4).
For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-20 Basic Flesh is Basic Skintone (70.815) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.4).
For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-20 Basic Flesh is Barbarian Flesh (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.1).
SC-20 Basic Flesh is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-20 Basic Flesh equivalent is Basic Skintone (70.815) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.4. For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-20 Basic Flesh is Basic Skintone (70.815) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.4. For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-20 Basic Flesh is Barbarian Flesh (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.1.
SC-20 Basic Flesh Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Basic Skintone (70.815) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.4.
SC-20 Basic Flesh Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Barbarian Flesh (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.1.
SC-20 Basic Flesh equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, SC-20 Basic Flesh requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the rich red range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Basic Skintone (70.815) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 2.4
- Closest Vallejo option : Basic Skintone (70.815) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 2.4
- Closest Army Painter option : Barbarian Flesh (Army Painter) – ΔE 3.1
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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