Retouching can often reduce or hide the visible edges of a wig, hair weave, or other hairpiece. Skilled retouchers can blend harsh lines, soften lace fronts, fill sparse areas, and create a more natural-looking hairline. However, the quality of the result depends heavily on the original photo, lighting, image resolution, and how the hairpiece was applied.
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A business portrait is not about looking flashy or letting the photographer make an artistic statement. Its purpose is much more practical: to help potential customers, employers, or colleagues see you as trustworthy, competent, approachable, and professional. A strong portrait presents you at your best and reinforces confidence in who you are.
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One of the most important elements of a successful business portrait is direct eye contact. Looking into the camera creates a sense of honesty and connection. It gives the impression that you are open, confident, and trustworthy. For this to work well, the eyes need to be photographed carefully. They should not appear too dark or shadowed, the iris colour should look natural and vibrant, and there should be clean, well-placed catchlights that bring life and energy to the eyes.
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Crossed arms are one of the most common poses in business portrait photography, and for good reason. This pose creates a clean, confident composition and allows photographers to crop the image at the waist without awkwardly cutting off the lower arms.

However, the pose is much harder to execute naturally than most people realize.
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Removing facial hair in a portrait is deceptively difficult. It’s not just a matter of erasing hair because the hair has to be replaced with natural-looking skin. Underlying facial features, like the jawline, chin, or even parts of the mouth, may also need to be reconstructed.
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