Clean the camera lens
Open the front-facing camera
Hold the phone slightly above eye level
Angle your face slightly instead of facing straight on
Find good lighting, preferably natural light
Keep the background simple
Extend your arm or use a selfie stick
Frame your face and shoulders in the shot
Look at the camera lens, not the screen
Relax your face or smile naturally
Tap the shutter button or use a timer
Take several shots and choose the best one