Paint set VALLEJO Model Color 70.258 — Figure Face & Skin Tones, 16 x 18 ml

VALLEJO Model Color 70.258 — Figure Face & Skin Tones is a curated set of acrylic model paints supplied in 18 ml bottles designed specifically for painting faces and skin on scale figures and miniatures. The collection includes a spectrum of flesh tones plus complementary shades for midtones, highlights and shadows, formulated to work with brushes and airbrushes. These acrylics are water-based, mixable and compatible with standard model painting techniques used by hobbyists and professional modelers.

Advantages

The set offers consistent pigmentation and coverage across a range of skin tones so that transitions and blending on small surfaces are easier to control. The 18 ml bottle size balances working volume with shelf life, reducing waste while providing enough paint for multiple figures. The paints are mixable with one another and with other acrylics from the same range, enabling custom color matching and gradual tonal adjustments for realistic skin effects.

Suitable for

• Painting faces and skin on military and historical figures
• Miniature wargaming models and fantasy figures
• Portraiture and busts at common modeling scales (e.g., 1/35, 1/32, 54–28 mm)
• Airbrushing and hand-brushing techniques

Key specifications

• Paint type: water-based acrylic
• Volume per bottle: 18 ml
• Set contents: 16 individual colors covering base, highlight and shadow tones
• Finish: matte to satin depending on thinning and layering
• Mixability: fully intermixable within the range for custom shades

How to use

Shake each bottle well before use. Apply directly with a fine brush for detail work or thin appropriately for airbrushing using a compatible acrylic thinner or water according to your airbrush manufacturer’s recommendations. Build skin tones in thin layers, starting with midtones, then applying shadows and highlights to achieve gradual transitions. Clean brushes and airbrushes with water or an acrylic cleaner immediately after use to prevent drying in the tool.

Usage recommendations

For best results, prime figures with a neutral primer to ensure adhesion and accurate color reproduction. Thin paints slightly for glazing and layering to create realistic skin textures; use dedicated mediums to alter flow without weakening pigmentation. Allow each layer to dry before applying the next, and test mixes on a palette or spare part to refine tones prior to application.