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Tips for Taking the Best Selfies for Photo Swapping

January 8, 2026

Getting the Perfect Selfies for Amazing Swaps

The quality of your Reswap results depends heavily on the selfies you upload during onboarding. Follow these tips to ensure you get the best possible swaps every time.

Face Photo Tips

Your face photos are the most important part of your Reswap profile. Here's how to take great ones:

Lighting Matters Most

Use natural light - Face a window during the day for soft, even lighting
Avoid harsh shadows - Direct sunlight creates unflattering shadows
Skip the flash - Flash creates unnatural lighting that confuses the AI
Overcast days are perfect - Cloudy skies act like a giant softbox

Camera Position

Hold at eye level - Not too high, not too low
Keep 2-3 feet away - Too close causes distortion
Centered framing - Your face should be in the middle of the frame
Steady hands - Use both hands or prop your phone for stability

Expression and Angle

Neutral expression works best - A slight natural smile is fine
Face directly forward - One photo should be straight-on
Include slight angles - Add photos at slight left and right turns
Relax your face - Tension shows in photos

What to Avoid

Sunglasses or regular glasses (unless you always wear them)
Hats or anything covering your forehead
Heavy makeup that changes your features
Filters that alter your appearance
Blurry or pixelated images

Body Photo Tips

Full body photos enable more versatile swaps. Here's how to capture them well:

Clothing Choices

Wear fitted clothes - Loose, baggy clothing hides your shape
Solid colors work best - Busy patterns can cause issues
Dress neutrally - Avoid logos or distinctive graphics
Consider variety - Different outfits give more options

Posture and Pose

Stand naturally - Arms slightly away from body
Good posture - Stand straight but relaxed
Full body in frame - Head to feet should be visible
Some space around you - Don't crop too tightly

Background and Setting

Plain backgrounds - A blank wall works perfectly
Good contrast - Don't wear the same color as the background
Clean environment - Clutter can distract the AI
Consistent lighting - Match your face photo conditions

How Many Photos Do You Need?

For best results, we recommend:

Face photos: At least 3 (front, slight left, slight right)
Body photos: 2-3 different poses or outfits

More photos generally mean better results, but quality beats quantity. Three perfect photos outperform ten mediocre ones.

Updating Your Photos

As your appearance changes, you might want to update your selfies:

New hairstyle - Significant changes warrant new photos
Seasonal changes - Summer tan vs winter pale can affect results
Weight changes - Update body photos if your shape changes
Style updates - New photos if your typical look evolves

Quick Checklist

Before uploading, verify each photo:

[ ] Face clearly visible and in focus
[ ] Even, natural lighting
[ ] No filters or heavy editing
[ ] Neutral background
[ ] Good resolution (not pixelated)
[ ] Current appearance

Start Swapping

With great selfies uploaded, you're ready for amazing swaps. The AI will use these reference photos to seamlessly place you into any scene you choose.

Download Reswap today and see the difference quality selfies make!

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