It is an airbrushed cotton/spandex body suit, and I am soooo glad that it is what it is, because by the time I get everything on, I cant imagine fighting with a thicker latex skin. So I think the material coupled with the paint used gave it that unique coloration. The whole suit is actually quite comfortable to wear, once you get used to the AVP armor weight, and the big feet, and the lack of being able to see anything, and poking yourself with the metal blades... but its all worth it!