How to Change Skin Tone in Photoshop?

Step 3: Create a Hue/Saturation Adjustment Layer

To change skin color in Photoshop using the Hue/Saturation adjustment layer:

1. Start by clicking the Adjustment Layer icon in the Layers panel and selecting Hue/Saturation.
2. In the Properties panel, use the Master dropdown to select Reds (or another relevant color range).
3. Adjust the sliders to modify the hue, saturation, and lightness of the skin tones, fine-tuning until the desired skin color is achieved. If needed, use the Layer Mask to apply the adjustments selectively by painting on the mask to target specific skin areas while protecting others.

Step 4: Further Fine-Tuning with Selective Color

Use the Selective Color adjustment layer in Photoshop to fine-tune skin color further. 

1. Add the Selective Color Adjustment Layer:
   • Click the Adjustment Layer icon at the bottom of the Layers panel.
   • Select a Selective Color from the list.
2. Choose the Color Range:
   • In the Properties panel, use the dropdown menu to select the color range you want to adjust, such as Reds or Yellows.
3. Adjust the Colors:
   • Move the Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black sliders to fine-tune the skin tones. Adjust each slider until you achieve the desired look.
4. Subtle and Targeted Corrections:
   • These adjustments allow for precise color corrections, helping you to refine the skin tones to perfection.
5. Use the Layer Mask:
   • Use the Photoshop Layer Mask on the adjustment layer to selectively apply these changes. Paint on the mask to target specific skin areas while preserving other parts of the image.

This method enables you to make subtle and targeted color corrections, enhancing the overall quality and appearance of the skin tones in your photos.

Step 5: Use the Curves Adjustment for Final Touches

Navigate to Layer in the top menu, select New Adjustment Layer, and choose Curves. Use the Selective Color adjustment layer in Photoshop to fine-tune skin color further. Now, click the Adjustment Layer icon in the Layers panel and select Selective Color. In the Properties panel, choose the color range you want to adjust, such as Reds or Yellows, from the dropdown menu. Adjust the Cyan, Yellow, Magenta, and Black sliders to refine the skin tones precisely. Moreover, it allows for subtle and targeted color corrections. You can also use the Layer Mask to apply these adjustments selectively, ensuring only the desired areas are affected while preserving other parts of the image.