Total Character Makeover

⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (120,067 endorsements) 📥 4.6M downloads 📌 v1.2 📅 10/28/2016
⚪ Last updated 2016

By Luxrah · Body, Face, and Hair

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 11/2/2016 📅 Created: 10/28/2016
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4🧩 Address Library — Address Library for SKSE Plugins Download ↗
5🔧 SSE Engine Fixes — SSE Engine Fixes Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #15 of 108 Body, Face, and Hair mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

TOTAL CHARACTER MAKEOVER

A COMPLETE CHARACTER APPEARANCE OVERHAUL


DESCRIPTION

I think we can all agree that vanilla Skyrim characters are are not very aesthetically pleasing. It’s not just that they’re unattractive, it’s that they don’t look much like people. Thankfully we have an extremely talented modding community who have gone to great lengths to rectify this problem. Total Character Makeover is an attempt to collect this work in one cohesive, easy-to-install compilation.

I've gone through every face and body mod on the Nexus so you don't have to! I compared each individual texture in Photoshop and in the game, and mixed and matched until they looked just right.

MY CRITERIA:

  • []Detailed but performance-friendly textures

    []A consistent look -- characters look like they all belong in the same game

    []Improves upon the vanilla look without straying too far from it

    WHAT'S INCLUDED:

    • []Improved hand and foot meshes

      []Complete texture sets for all races

      []Complete snow elf textures

      []Complete vampire textures

      []Improved teeth textures

      []Eye textures for all races

      []Eyebrow textures

      []Beard textures

      []High resolution makeup, warpaint, dirt, freckles, and scars

      WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

      • []Nude bodies

        []Hair textures

        []New hairstyles

        []New beards

        []New eye colors

        []New warpaints or scars

        []Child meshes/textures

        []Changes to individual NPCs


        INSTALLATION

        INSTALLING THE MOD

        1. Extract the contents of the zip file to your Skyrim Special Edition Data folder.

        CHANGES FROM ORIGINAL

        I have no way of generating FaceGenData at the moment, so NPCs will not use some of the assets such as the high resolution face paint.

        I also had to leave out the double-sided eyelashes and underwater eye fix because they were causing weird things to happen with the player's eyes.

        The female vampire fangs had to go as well, unfortunately.


        CREDITS

        These amazing mod authors created the assets included in this compilation, and also granted permission for other mod authors to use them. Please visit their pages to toss them a kudos and say Thank You!

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Total Character Makeover is a curated collection of character improvements for Skyrim, focusing on body, face, and hair enhancements. With over 120,000 endorsements and 4.6 million downloads, it's a community favorite. Last updated in 2016, it remains a popular choice for players seeking a comprehensive visual overhaul.

✨ Key Features

Curated collection of character improvements
Optimized for performance and quality
Covers body, face, and hair enhancements

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Massive community trust with 120,067 endorsements
  • Proven track record with 4.6 million downloads
  • One-stop solution for character visual upgrades

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2016 — may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim version or other mods
  • May conflict with other character overhaul mods if not properly patched
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a reliable, all-in-one character visual upgrade without hunting for individual mods. Perfect for modding newcomers who want a proven, popular choice. Skip if you're looking for cutting-edge features or support for the latest game version.
📦 Install:Easy· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this mod easily.
  • Check the mod's compatibility with other character mods you have; load order matters in Skyrim.
  • If you encounter visual glitches, try cleaning your save or reinstalling the mod in the correct order.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
Luxrah
Version
1.2
Downloads
4,556,557
Endorsements
120,067
Category
Body, Face, and Hair
Created
10/28/2016
Updated
11/2/2016

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