Face Light
⚪ Last updated 2018⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #3 of 52 Magic - Spells & Enchantments mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
日本語の説明はブログ記事にて
I revamp the facelight in version 2. 0.
I recommend switch this mod from facelight plus. Because it is not stable, but my facelight mod is stable.
Requirement
Skyrim 1. 9. 32
SKSE 1. 7. 3
SkyUI 3. 1+
Features
This mod adds lighting spell "Facelight" make face look beautiful.
It is better effect in the dark and backlighting. Does not interfere with visibility.
This effect is persistent, toggle turn on/off by using the facelight spell.
"Facelight Target" is attached to NPC(up to 20).
"FaceLightDark" and "FacelightDark Target" is twice darker than the normal facelight.
How to get spells
Automatically player gets spells when you load a game for the first time.
If you could not get spells, please use "AddItem Menu".
FaceLight Target List in MCM
Cannot attach the facelight target when it reaches up to a maximum of 20 people.
* Too many light source is performance hit. The Light is disabled when changes an area. So need to manage the light.
Please removes the light from attached character.
List of NPC having facelight is displayed in MCM.
You can remove facelight of NPC in it.
"Reset all list" can be released all NPCs having FaceLight at once.
Effect on the stealth
Facelight automatically reduces NPC detects by brightness as much as facelight gains.
The function is stable, and compatible with other mod basically.
Special Thanks
anonymous in mod making thread
Permission
You are not allowed to upload this file to other sites under any circumstances.
You feel free to use hair data for your follower, NPC. But, you must write the credit(use facelight) in your description.
No need to contact me.
Supports are welcome
I cannot accept donations by Paypal in my country. It is possible for patreon or ko-fi.
ko-fi in my page. $3-
https://ko-fi.com/R6R8EER3
Face Light adds a simple 'Facelight' spell that improves facial shadows, making characters look more beautiful. With 45,156 endorsements and 1.2M downloads, it's a highly popular quality-of-life mod for Skyrim players who want better character lighting without complex setups.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Massive community trust (45,156 endorsements) — this is a proven mod
- Huge download count (1.2M) shows it's a go-to for many players
- Lightweight and easy to use — just cast the spell and enjoy better face lighting
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2018 — may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim version or other mods
- Description is minimal — no detailed instructions or feature list provided
- Only affects face lighting, so if you want full body lighting or more advanced effects, this won't cover it
For Skyrim players who want their characters to look better in conversations and close-ups without messing with ENB or lighting overhauls. It's perfect for screenshot enthusiasts and roleplayers who care about facial aesthetics. Skip if you're looking for a comprehensive lighting overhaul — this is a single-purpose spell mod.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to read the mod description on the Nexus page for any compatibility notes, since the description here is sparse.
- If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, install it through that to keep your load order clean.
- Test the spell on a saved game to see if it conflicts with other lighting mods you have installed.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- tktk
- Version
- 2.0
- Downloads
- 1,201,596
- Endorsements
- 45,156
- Category
- Magic - Spells & Enchantments
- Created
- 3/22/2012
- Updated
- 1/20/2018
🔗 Required By 2 Mods
These mods list this mod as a dependency.
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