Question 1

Should I disclose that my headshot is AI-generated?

Accepted Answer

There is no rule requiring it, and plenty of people do not. Our advice: keep the likeness honest — same hair, same glasses, same approximate age — so nobody is surprised when they meet you. That is where AI headshots go wrong, not the fact of using one.

Question 2

Why do my results look too smooth?

Accepted Answer

Add "natural skin texture, visible pores, minimal retouching" to the prompt. Every image model defaults toward airbrushed, and that is the main tell of a generated headshot.

Question 3

What should I wear in the photos I upload?

Accepted Answer

It matters less than you think — the wardrobe is generated. What does matter is a clear, unobstructed face, neutral expression, and no heavy filters.

Question 4

Can I keep my glasses?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if most of your uploads include them. Glasses in half the uploads produce inconsistent results, so be consistent about it.

Question 5

Is this suitable for regulated professions?

Accepted Answer

For a profile photo, generally yes. Do not use generated images where an identity document, licence or verification process requires a genuine photograph.

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