10 Subtle Posing Hacks By Celebs That You Can Also Use To Improve Your Photos
Ever wondered how Kylie Jenner always seems so glamorous in her Instagram photos?
Some celebrity photo tricks are so subtle that you barely notice them until you start seeing them everywhere. A small tilt, a softer smile, or a different camera angle can change the whole look of a picture without any heavy editing.
This roundup breaks down 10 posing hacks that celebs use to make their photos look more flattering, from squinting slightly to looking away from the camera. The idea is simple, these are easy little adjustments that can change how a photo feels, even if you are just taking a quick selfie.
Here are the subtle posing tricks that keep showing up in celebrity photos, and why people keep trying them.
1. Squinting Your Eyes
Just like the fox eye trend, squinting your eyes will make you look more flirty, feminine, and younger. When taking a photo of yourself, slightly narrow your eyes and make a tiny smile without forcing it too much.
This hack makes your cheekbones much more prominent and makes your face look younger.
? karliekloss / InstagramA tiny expression change can make a bigger difference than people expect.
2. Flipping the Hair on One Side
While most people can agree that a middle part is more flattering for them, posing with your hair on the right side of your head helps define your jawline and gives you a sexy, fresh look. This frames your face, and at the same time, you can showcase your gorgeous locks.
? kyliejenner / Instagram3. Smizing
The "smize" was first introduced by Tyra Banks in America's Next Top Model as she teaches models exactly how to pose for the camera. This technique is also used by Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach, who describes doing the pose as "Think murder."
To smize, smile using your eyes by squinting, all without moving your lips.
? mirandakerr / Instagram
Some of these poses are all about looking relaxed, even when the photo is very deliberate.
4. Press Your Tongue Against Your Palate
This trick helps raise your cheekbones and makes your face more defined. Say goodbye to contouring with this trick!
? ladygaga / Instagram
5. Shoot Photos from Above
Double chins are our enemy, and while they may be cute (sometimes), they don't really look flattering in any photo at all. Shoot your selfies from above so that no bad lighting or extra chins will ruin the photo for you!
The camera angle does a lot of the work here.
Want more visual tricks like celebrity-level confidence, see Tom Dobinson turning everyday places into unforgettable cinematic photos.
6. Pursing Your Lips
Think duck lips, but make it more subtle. Celebrities like Chrissy Teigen and Hilary Duff have already mastered this technique, so if you want more inspiration, you know where to look!
This can be done by moving your nose muscles downward, making your upper lip poutier and overall larger.
? chrissyteigen / Instagram
7. Half Laugh, Half Smile Technique
If you think you're not suited for the pursed lips technique, then try this laugh-smile trick! It's simply smiling with your mouth slightly open, along with your eyes squinting.
This will make you look younger and more adorable, and it will give the impression that you're just having fun!
? baileemadison / Instagram
That in-between expression is a favorite for a reason.
8. Go Left
A lot of celebrities swear by the fact that the left side is always the best side. According to Wake Forest University, the left side of our face is more subtle, expressive, and balanced compared to the right side.
If you think this works, then go for it!
? ddlovato / Instagram
9. The Chin-Down Trick
This is similar to the "shoot photos from above" trick, as this one also makes you appear more feminine and flirty. Tilt your head down slightly, just enough to avoid a double chin, and see your jawline appear more defined.
This trick also makes your eyes look bigger, allowing you to achieve the "doe eye" effect with this one.
? gigihadid / Instagram
10. Look Away from the Camera
Looking away from the camera makes you look more natural and spontaneous. It's a great tip for those camera-shy individuals out there who don't want to hide their faces!
? kendalljenner / Instagram
These tips and tricks are not universally applicable, so be sure to go through a trial-and-error process to see which ones work best for you! Remember, we are all perfect in our own ways, so don't be frustrated when many of these don't seem to do the job well.
Comment with your thoughts, or share these hacks with all your family and friends to see!
After you’ve tried these posing hacks, check out the small moments that prove the world is still full of surprises.
