How to Find Your Good Side
90% of people have a side that photographs better. Here's how to discover yours.
Find My Good SideThe Science Behind Your Good Side
No face is perfectly symmetrical. Everyone has subtle differences between their left and right sides—variations in eye size, nostril shape, cheekbone height, and more. These asymmetries are usually invisible in person, but cameras can amplify them.
Your "good side" is simply the angle that presents your features in the most balanced, harmonious way. It's not about one side being objectively better—it's about finding the angle where everything comes together.
Eye Dominance
One eye is usually slightly larger or more open. Positioning this eye closer to the camera creates better balance.
Asymmetry Direction
Facial features tend to "pull" slightly in one direction. Showing the side where features pull inward often looks more balanced.
Light Interaction
Each side of your face catches light differently based on bone structure. One side may have more flattering natural shadows.
How to Test Your Sides
The Manual Method
- Set up consistent lighting. Natural window light from the side works best.
- Take three photos: Left side at 45°, straight-on, and right side at 45°.
- Compare the angled shots. Look for which side shows more balanced features, better jawline definition, and more open eyes.
- Repeat at different tilt angles. Try chin up, chin down, and neutral for each side.
The Scientific Method
GoodSide measures the symmetry of each side of your face independently, calculating separate "photogenic scores" for left and right. This tells you not just which side is better, but by how much—and what specific features make the difference.
What If My Sides Are Very Different?
Large asymmetries aren't a flaw—they're an opportunity. People with more asymmetry often have a dramatically better side, meaning they can see huge improvements just by consistently choosing the right angle.
GoodSide shows you the exact difference between your sides and provides specific recommendations for lighting and tilt to maximize your better angle.
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