Magic Potion 1250 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #BEA8A9, LRV 42 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Versailles Rose from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BEA8A9 · 1250
Magic Potion
42%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Magic Potion Technical Profile
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Magic Potion in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Magic Potion in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMagic Potion
Nearly identical
BehrVersailles Rose
Versailles Rose
Behr
Nearly identical
Magical Mauve
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Toasted Rose
Vista Paint
Very similar
Intuitive
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Twilight Mauve
Valspar
Very similar
Rosey Glow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pink Cupola
PPG
Very similar
Simply Taupe
Kilz
Very similar
Cinder Rose
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Desireé
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Magic Potion
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Magic Potion
#BEA8A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9785
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Magic Potion
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Magic Potion Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Magic Potion.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Magic Potion — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Magic Potion have?
Magic Potion by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Magic Potion in your own space before committing.
What colors match Magic Potion from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Magic Potion are Versailles Rose by Behr (a near-identical match), Object Of Desire by Behr (a very close match), Magical Mauve by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Magic Potion's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Magic Potion?
Magic Potion has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Magic Potion's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.