How to keep swaps realistic in mixed lighting
Mixed lighting is the fastest way to reveal a swap. In FaceLab, start by matching the dominant light temperature.
Use the exposure and warmth sliders until the forehead and cheek highlights feel consistent with the base image.
Then refine shadow balance with micro-contrast — a subtle lift often removes harsh edges.
Pro tip: check eyes and nose shadows last. Small adjustments there make the whole swap feel natural.
Editorial portrait swaps without losing texture
Texture is the difference between a believable portrait and a synthetic one. Keep sharpening gentle and avoid
over-blurring the skin. FaceLab's detail slider is tuned to preserve pores and fine grain while still smoothing
hard edges.
Use a light touch: edit at 60–70% zoom and compare against the original to ensure natural detail remains.
Consent-first FaceSwap practices
Ethical FaceSwap begins with consent. Always verify you have permission for both source and destination faces.
FaceLab adds reminders before export to make it easier to pause and confirm. If you work with teams, keep a
simple release checklist on hand.
Respect builds trust — and trust builds stronger creative communities.
Why FaceLab stays minimal
We removed anything that distracts from the image. The result is a flat, editorial interface where controls
are clean, readable, and always in context. You spend less time hunting for a setting and more time refining the
face.
Minimal does not mean limited. It means intentional.
Five ways to align gaze for natural swaps
- Match iris scale before adjusting position.
- Keep eyelid highlights consistent with the light source.
- Align the brow ridge to avoid tilt mismatches.
- Check the nose bridge angle for symmetry.
- Zoom out to confirm the gaze direction reads from a distance.
Choosing the right format for sharing
For social, export at 2048px with gentle compression. For client review, use high-res PNG to keep grain intact.
FaceLab exports are tuned for clean edges, so you can select the format that fits your destination.
Keep a master file for future edits to avoid quality loss.
Introducing adaptive blend profiles
The latest FaceLab update adds adaptive blend profiles: Portrait, Film Still, and Studio. Each profile tunes
edge softness, grain, and highlight roll-off for the scenario you are editing.
Choose the closest profile, then refine. Your edits will start closer to the final look.