[nappy]

Do i just create a layer and adjust the parameters? I reckon they are..universal?

thx

also any links to tutorials u guys recommend?

[JTB]

Just make a layer SSS instead BSDF and use one of the presets.
In MXED it is obvious, you right-click and you see it... and the presets are pre-loaded in a dropdown menu.

[Bubbaloo]

Yeah, that's the best way to start, by using presets. Then get crazy with the settings! Make sure your mesh is a closed solid.

[nappy]

so SSS replaces BSDF layer?

[JTB]

so SSS replaces BSDF layer?

Actually it is usually added to it... I think the best way is to go to MXM gallery, find sss mats made by others and test them... There are some great mats there using SSS

[Mihai]

You can mix SSS with BSDF, or mix several SSS together etc. But the material properties of a BSDF are replaced with SSS, although the surface properties remain the same between the two. Please check the manual also.

[Leonardo]

If you care about your preview materials.. then make sure it's RS:1