Shiny Areas

You may want some areas on your baby to look wet, such as tears on the lower eyelids, wetness on the tongue or slobber on the mouth. Some artists like the lips to be shiny. I preferr to keep the lips dull and just add some wetness to the inside and corners of the lips.

To apply shine for a wet look, use Delta Ceramcoat's Gloss Exterior / Interior Varnish. It can be found in craft stores near the acrylic paints. Apply using a thin paintbrush.

**Do not apply this varnish until your baby's coloring has set for at least a few days. If the coloring on you doll is not completely dry and you apply the varnish, the varnish can start to peel off.***

When applying to the eyelids, try not to get the gloss on the eyes. It is best if you apply the gloss when you have removed the old eyes. I went ahead and applied it when I still had my old eyes in because I will not be keeping the old eyes.

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