Many choose selfies for profile pictures because photos taken by others rarely capture their best angle—yet that selfie just hits right.
The Mirror Effect
Here's why: Front-facing cameras show a mirror image, just like your bathroom mirror. You're accustomed to this reversed view of yourself, so it feels more familiar and attractive.
But Are Selfies Objectively Better?
A University of Toronto study photographed nearly 200 students, who also took selfies. Participants rated their selfies highest, but strangers preferred the researcher-taken photos.
