First of all, this is my first time making a tutorial... so, don't hate but appreciate okay?
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From this: 
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2.] Image >> Mode >> RGB Color
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3.] Duplicate the layer/picture
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4.] Click the Eyelooking thingy
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5.] Make a New Layer and name it skin (Layer >> New Layer OR Shift+Ctrl+N)
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6.] View >> Actual Pixels OR Alt+Ctrl+0
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7.] Right click the Lasso Tool and Pick either Polygonal Lasso Tool or Magnetic Lasso Tool. Both are fine.
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8.] Choose the area you want to color (skin) using the Lasso you prefer.
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9.] Click the Paint Bucket Tool. If you can't see the Paint Bucket Tool, find the Gradient Tool and right-click then pick Paint Bucket Tool.
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10.] Pick the color you want to use.
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11.] Fill the area you want colored.
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12.] Change the Layer's Blending Mode to Multiply
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Now, all you need to do is color the rest.
The process is the same for the Hair, Clothes, etc. You can correct mistakes by using the Eraser Tool.
More Information
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** Make a new layer for every part you want to color so you can easily erase/edit mistakes **
** To make different shades for hair, skin, clothes, etc. You can use Soft-rounded brush or simply use the lasso tool again and change the Opacity level. Also, make sure it's darker than the normal color. **
** You can also use brushes for effects, like stars, hearts, etc. **
So, basically, BE CREATIVE
For more questions/queeries, don't hesitate to ask, we'll GLADLY help you!
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