Inktense Cyan: equivalents & matches
Scale75 · Inktensity · SC99. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #23788C
finish translucent
type wash
family Blue
Updated 17 July 2026
Closest equivalents in other brands
ΔE2000 color distance:0-2 nearly identical2-5 close match6-10 noticeable difference10+ different color
Screen preview: paint swatches on screen are approximate: finish, lighting, night-mode filters and display calibration all change what you see. Use them to compare relative differences, then confirm with the physical paint when finish and final appearance matter.
Citadel
Aethermatic Blue
ΔE 2.3 · close match
Vallejo
Dark Turquoise
ΔE 3.9 · close match
Army Painter
Raging Sea
ΔE 5.1 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Turquoise
ΔE 13.1 · different color
Two Thin Coats
Aztec Turquoise Wash
ΔE 16.5 · different color
Pro Acryl
Black Wash
ΔE 39.1 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Citadel equivalent of Inktense Cyan?
The closest Citadel match for Scale75 Inktense Cyan is Aethermatic Blue (Contrast) with a ΔE2000 distance of 2.3 (close match).
What color is Inktense Cyan?
Inktense Cyan is a translucent blue miniature paint from Scale75 (Inktensity), code SC99. Its screen color is approximately #23788C with a translucent finish.