Choose the target and references
The target controls the scene and framing. Choose an image where the face is visible, even if the eyes are closed or the expression feels awkward. For references, use recent, unfiltered views with clear eyes and similar hair. Avoid sunglasses, heavy blur and photos of other people. References do not replace the target photo or train a personal model.
Make one clear change, then review
Choose open eyes, a relaxed smile, softer lighting, background cleanup or a profile portrait. Keep extra instructions specific: preserve the face, clothes and framing while changing only the requested detail. Inspect eyes, teeth, glasses, hair edges and the background at full size. AI can invent details, so keep the original and reject results that change the person or look unnatural.