The photographer used a clear handheld picture of the model's full face for the magazine cover because it showed important details. Natural lighting was originally planned for the outdoor shoot but it got dark, so indoor lighting from a light bulb was used instead. While some pictures used flash, others did not, and the photographer found pictures without flash made the model's face stand out more. The chosen picture worked well but one picture was rejected because the flash made the model's face look ashier than in person. The overall magazine cover outcome was good after considering different designs and tools. Makeup magazines that post makeup articles regularly inspired the cover's focus on the model's face and eye makeup.