Key takeaways
- Same light, same angle, same time of day, every time.
- Take photos every two weeks.
- Compare week 0 with week 8, not day to day.
Set up once
- Light: face a window in daylight. Avoid overhead lights and flash.
- Place: same spot every time.
- Camera: back camera, no filters or beauty mode.
- Distance: arm's length or use a stand.
Take three angles
- FrontNeutral expression, hair back.
- Left sideTurn 45 degrees.
- Right sideTurn 45 degrees.
When to compare
Take a set before you start and every two weeks after. Compare your first photos with week 8 and week 12. See the results timeline.
Keep notes
- New products you started or stopped.
- Sleep, stress, travel, weather changes.
FAQ
How often should I take progress photos?
Every two weeks is enough to track change without obsessing.
Why don't I notice changes in the mirror?
Gradual changes are hard to see day to day. Side-by-side photos make them clearer.
What time of day is best?
Morning daylight, before applying makeup.
This article is for general information only and isn't medical advice. DOSE is a cosmetic product and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Individual results vary.