Mesh bodies are growing in popularity- Which are the best ones in SL? - Joymell Reporting...

Although mesh bodies are expensive for most SL residents, they have been growing in popularity and becoming indispensable for those who want to keep an updated avatar.
For many people, dealing with anything mesh is difficult.  It’s said that it’s hell trying to manipulate these bodies and trying to dress or change clothes takes much longer.

People also have a rough time with the numerous adjustments that need to be made to match skin tones and hide parts of the body. The HUD system that comes with the bodies can be confusing and is a headache for most.  However, despite the criticisms, the evolution that is the mesh body is a very good project and let’s face it, who doesn’t have dreams of acquiring one.

One question that people ask is: "Which are the best mesh bodies in SL?" The best answer is: there are a number of mesh bodies on the market and most of them are fairly similar, although each has its own charm. You should look for what is best for you and works best for what you want and are looking for.

The purchase of a mesh body is an expensive investment, so ideally you should try a demo first.  These are available through the stores, but you need to pray that you do not need support, because it is difficult and exhausting. Try the body for a few hours and make sure that you are comfortable with it to make an informed decision before buying.

To help with this decision, do tests with the DEMOS, observe the characteristics and limitations of each body, see the pros and cons in all of them.  There will certainly be a mesh body out there for you; it all depends on your taste and how much you are willing to spend.

Here are some of the elements normally included in the packs.  You will need to get your head around these in order to make an informed opinion on your prospective new mesh body:

HUDS - Each mesh body comes with a HUD which controls certain characteristics (showing layers, skin applicators, etc.). The buttons "mask mode" under the tattoo and clothing layers are there to use if you have two layers. Some Hud's are easier to handle than others, but this is a step to be overcome to the extent that you become familiar with the HUD;

Alpha - Every mesh body comes with a selection of alpha cuts that make possible the invisible parts of the body, for a better adjustment of mesh clothing. This is very important because the mesh body cannot wear an alpha system like the standard body can. You will notice that some huds are better defined than others and there are many differences in the alphas cuts, which may make easier or hinder the adjustment of clothing;

Omega applicators - the omega is unique universal applicator that allows to apply to clothing for any party or body organs. Many skin designers and designers’ applicator / tattoo are making items Omega, then it is advisable that the body mesh is compatible with the Omega system;

Clothing and accessories - it is important to check which mesh their bodies SL favorite designers are developing, clothes and accessories. acquire the mesh body ready for more shopping. The stores offer items for most of the mesh bodies, and for each there are more options than others.

  A comparison of some popular mesh bodies available in Second Life:

Mesh Body	Price	It comes with hand and feet?	Can I use Slink hands and feet?
Belleza Freya, Isis & Venus Female  Mesh Body	3.999L	yes	yes
Eve Slim or Pulpy Female  Mesh Body	1.690L each	yes	yes
Maitreya – Lara Female  Mesh Body	2.750L	yes	yes
Niramyth -Aesthetic Male  Mesh Body	2.799L It comes with mesh head	yes	no
Slink Physique Female and Male  Mesh Body	1..250L	no	yes
Tellaq Broderick Male Mesh Body	3.000 It comes with mesh head	yes	no
The Mesh Project Female and Male  Mesh Body	Free 0L Starter1.000L Basic 2.500L Deluxe 5000L	yes	no

In conclusion, buying a mesh body requires a few hours of dedication to personalize settings. The fact is that this is a path of no return. After you have bought a mesh body, your old standard body will be forgotten forever...