Unless you’re the luckiest person alive, there are more than a few unflattering photos bearing your image floating around out there. Unfortunately in 2012, they most likely end up on the internet… as your friend’s profile picture because she thinks she looks great. Rather than hacking her account to take the photo down, avoid the bad snap shot all together. There is a science to taking a good picture and it doesn’t state that one is required to wear a size two or win beauty pageants.
This is the only acceptable facial position. Moving your head forward ever so slightly will elongate your neck and render the dreaded double chin (real or angle provoked) impossible. Next, cock your head somewhat downwards. The word coming to mind is subtle. It may be difficult to get right the first few times, but after a little practice, It’s not hard and well worth the effort.
NEVER take a photo at an upwards angle and avoid the profile pic when possible. Most people (models excluded) are unhappy when their profile is displayed in a picture, largely resulting from unfamiliarity.
Most websites are going to tell you to keep your arms at your side. Though one can’t be certain as to why anyone chooses to preach bad information, because that is what’s going on here. Obviously there are extenuating circumstances and you can’t always thrust your arm outwards, but do it whenever possible. To make arms look their slimmest, just place one on your hip and hold the other one about one inch away from your body. This stance ensures that your arm is elongated and slender. If you still trust the majority on this one, test it yourself.
NEVER position your arms behind you or press them to your side. These looks make people look larger.
Finally, here is how to drop 10 pounds in an instant. Point your feet forward, one behind the other, forcing your hips to twist (again, subtle). Point the remainder of your body towards the camera. The goal here is to slim the midsection not attempt to look like a Twizzler. Always consult the mirror first. If you are dead center (unless alone, then this works) you can’t use this trick. Simple solution, switch with an unsuspecting friend.
NEVER take a photo with your whole body facing the side. It goes wrong unless you are about 100 pounds.
Now you have the tools of the trade at your disposal, let the Facebook photo renovations begin.
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