Some of us struggle through life with various problems; some people are short, some people are a little bit larger, some have dodgy joints, some have bad backs and, for some of us, the real unfortunate few, are extremely unphotogenic. We are an unlucky bunch, while our friends and families stand in photos, beautiful, natural, with wide grins, perfect cheekbones and impeccable skin. But what is their secret? Or is it all natural? Do models have something in their genes that make the camera love them? Or is it a trick of the lense, maybe a trick of the camera or the skill of the photographer?

Scientists have mixed responses to the question; and for those of us who do struggle to look good in photos it is not good news. Genetics are key to their success; but there is a little bit more to it. Work on your angles, pick a best side and get someone to take a whole bunch of photos of you and just pick the best one! No one needs to know our pain!