Paint Vallejo Ammo DIO Drybrush Light Skin — acrylic drybrush paint for models and miniatures

VALLEJO Ammo DIO Drybrush Light Skin is an acrylic drybrush paint formulated for rapid highlighting and texture work on models and miniatures. Created for drybrushing techniques, its low-viscosity, controlled consistency allows paint to deposit mainly on raised surfaces and edges, enhancing sculpted detail and natural skin tones on figures, dioramas and scale models.

Advantages

This paint offers a dedicated drybrush formulation that reduces pooling and provides even, repeatable highlights. The solvent and binder balance delivers smooth flow from brush to model while allowing quick visual feedback during layering. Its color is tuned for light skin tones and subtle flesh highlights, making it suitable for both single-pass accents and buildable glazing when desired.

Suitable for

• Highlighting raised details and edges on plastic, resin and metal miniatures
• Accenting facial features, hands and exposed skin on figures
• Quick weathering and texture effects on diorama elements and vehicle interiors
• Scale model finishing where controlled, dry application is required

Key specifications

• Water-based acrylic formulation designed for drybrushing
• Low-viscosity, controlled flow for drybrush application
• Color tuned for light skin tones and subtle flesh highlights
• Suitable for use on plastic, resin and metal surfaces
• Fast-drying properties to speed up layering and post-processing

How to use

Load a dry, stiff brush with a small amount of paint, then remove most of the pigment on a paper towel until only a faint trace remains on the bristles. Lightly drag the brush across raised areas and edges of the model to deposit pigment selectively. For more subtle transitions, build highlights with several gentle passes rather than a single heavy application. If necessary, thin a tiny amount with water to adjust flow, but avoid over-thinning to preserve the drybrush effect.

Usage recommendations

Use a dedicated drybrush or short-bristled brush and practice on a test piece to determine the ideal amount of paint on the brush. Allow each pass to dry briefly before applying additional layers. Clean brushes with water after use and store the paint capped to maintain consistency.