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The short answer
Start here.
A faceup is the painted styling on a doll’s face. It is a separate question from the sculpt, eyes, wig, body painting and clothing. Ask for an itemised scope before commissioning work.
Faceup and body blushing are separate
SOOM describes faceup as facial colouring such as eye makeup, cheek colour and lips. It lists body blushing separately and notes that body paint can wear at the joints. Do not assume that a faceup option includes painted hands or body details.
Agree the style and the deliverable
SOOM also notes that hand-painted faces can vary and screens can display colours differently. Use a reference to discuss the intended look, then agree what the artist accepts and what is included. A reference image is not a promise of an identical result.
- Is this faceup only, or does it include a head?
- Are eyelashes, eyes and body blushing separate?
- Does an existing faceup need to be removed?
- What photos, revisions, queue and return-shipping terms are agreed?
Handle the head without rubbing the paint
VOLKS warns that a coated face can still be damaged by rubbing or sharp contact. Its handling guidance supports the head from the back rather than touching the painted face when posing or fitting a wig. Follow your own maker or artist’s instructions.
Put it into practice
Your next steps.
- Exact head and material
- Artist’s accepted style and scope
- Faceup, lashes, eyes and body work listed separately
- Old-paint removal responsibility
- Queue, review photos, revisions and shipping
Common questions.
Does “blank head” mean the head is painted?
Ask the seller to confirm the blank option has no faceup and to list any included eyes or accessories.
Is a faceup permanent?
Painted finishes can wear or be damaged. Ask the maker or artist about care and repair rather than trying an unknown cleaner.
Sources & scope.
These guides explain common starting points. Names, measurements, included items and care instructions vary by maker and model. Follow the current maker’s instructions and confirm the exact doll’s specifications before buying, cleaning or changing parts.
We prioritise doll makers’ own information. A maker’s example describes that maker’s products; it is not a universal size or compatibility standard.
- SOOM FAQ: face-up, options and care
SOOM English Accessed
- Dollfie owner handling guidance
VOLKS Japanese Accessed