Never apply Portraiture directly to your background layer. Duplicate your layer ( Ctrl+J on Windows, Cmd+J on Mac). Run the plugin on this new layer so you can adjust the opacity later. Step 3: Select Your Preset

Do not set "Amount" to 100%. The best settings are:

The software is built to handle the complexities of skin tonality and texture through advanced algorithms: AI-Enabled Masking

detail sliders to balance smoothness with realistic skin texture. Threshold Control

It automatically adapts to different ethnicities, lighting conditions, and shadows.

To help me tailor this information or provide specific installation steps, tell me:

: When used correctly, it smooths skin tones without "killing" the natural skin texture. Best Settings for Natural Results

and dial back the layer opacity to roughly 50–70% for a more natural, "editorial" finish. Comparison with Top Alternatives