Pretty Face
⚪ Last updated 2017⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #109 of 181 Body, Face, and Hair mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
What is this?
This mod replaces textures of face for human female and male in Skyrim.
The concept is flat and smooth face with a little realistic.
It is optimized for the special edition and adopts BC 7 which is good for compression efficiency and beauty.
Optional Requirement
SKSE needs to display makeup files at high resolution. If not used, those will be displayed at low resolution.
Open Data/SKSE/SKSE.ini, copy and paste below lines.
iTintTextureResolution=2048
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Files have been modified:
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\textures\actors\character
\female
femalehead.dds - Diffuse map, 2k resolution, DXT1 compression.
femalehead_msn.dds - Normal map, 1k resolution, no compression.
femalehead_s.dds - Specular map. 2k resolution, DXT1 compression.
femalehead_sk.dds - Subsurface map. 1k resolution, DXT1 compression.
\female
femalehead_msn.dds
\character assets\tintmasks - Makeup files. 1k resolution, DXT1 compression, no mipmap.
femalehead_cheeks.dds
femaleheadhuman_forehead.dds
femaleheadhuman_nose.dds
femalelowereyesocket.dds
femalenordeyelinerstyle_01.dds
femaleuppereyesocket.dds
femaleheadnord_lips.dds
femaleheadbreton_lips.dds
femaleheadredguard_lips.dds
femaleheadimperial_lips.dds
\male\blankdetail.map - this file gets rid of green tint from detailmaps. I make blankdetailmap referring to it.
Optional Files
- Pretty Face Eyebrows
This files included in ECE. If you installed ECE, it is unnecessary. Female only.
\textures\actors\character\femalebrows - thin eyebrows.
femalebrow_01-11.dds
- Darker Eyebrows
It is twice darker eyebrows than above eyebrows.
You may modify and include this mod file anyway you want as long as attribute the credit.
But, you cannot upload or port original mod.
Unmasked Faces by Althea - I make blankdetailmap referring to it.
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
Pretty Face is a Skyrim texture replacer that gives human females and males a flat, smooth facial appearance with a touch of realism. With over 6,700 endorsements and 277,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a cleaner look. Last updated in 2017, it remains a stable cosmetic option.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust: 6,709 endorsements and 277k downloads show it's a go-to face mod.
- Simple concept: smooth, flat faces that still keep a bit of realism—great for players who hate the gritty vanilla look.
- Covers both genders, so you don't need separate mods for male and female characters.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017—might have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions or other mods.
- Texture-only change; if you want more detailed faces or custom features, this won't add them.
For Skyrim players who want a cleaner, smoother face texture without overhauling the whole game. If you're tired of the default gritty look and want a subtle improvement, this is a solid pick. Skip if you're looking for high-res 4K textures or major facial overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a texture replacer, just drop the files into your Data folder or use a mod manager—no load order worries.
- If you use other face mods, install Pretty Face first and let others overwrite, or test to see which look you prefer.
- Make sure your Skyrim is updated to a version compatible with mods from 2017; if you're on Special Edition, check if the mod needs conversion.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- tktk
- Version
- 2.0
- Downloads
- 277,382
- Endorsements
- 6,709
- Category
- Body, Face, and Hair
- Created
- 9/10/2017
- Updated
- 9/10/2017
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