Neutral Flesh is exactly what the name promises – a flesh tone with no shift towards pink or yellow. It is the safest skin base in the range: it works for men and women, for historical and fantasy figures alike, and everything else can be built from it.
| Range | Smart Colors |
| Colour family | Flesh tone |
| Type | water-based acrylic paint |
| Finish | matt |
| Packaging | 20 ml jar with one-handed lid and steel agitator ball |
| Manufacturer code | IONIC-0035 |
| EAN | 8432074900351 |
| Manufacturer | Ionic Smart Colors (MIG Jimenez) |
| Country of origin | Spain |
Build shadows with Tanned Flesh and Imperial Flesh, transitions and highlights with Pale Skin and Vampire Skin.
Which flesh colour should I buy first?
This one. From Neutral Flesh with white, red and brown you can mix almost any complexion – the other flesh tones are for when you would rather not mix.
Does it cover in one coat?
Over white and grey primer, usually yes. Over black, no – flesh tones always look muddy over a black base.
How do I thin this paint?
With water or an Ionic thinner. The formula is self-hydrating, so it stays workable on the palette far longer than ordinary acrylics – a drop is enough for brush work, and roughly 1 : 1 for airbrush.
Is the finish really matt?
Yes, it dries matt with no shiny patches. If the figure is going on the gaming table, seal it with a matt varnish at the end.
The full range is in the Ionic Smart Colors category.