Photo retouching can include the following stages and adjustments:

• Exposure correction: Recovering overexposed and underexposed areas to achieve a balanced overall exposure.
• Color correction: Adjusting white balance, saturation, hues, and contrast to achieve the desired color tones.
• Skin blemish removal: Eliminating small skin imperfections such as spots, acne, wrinkles, and other flaws.
• Skin retouching: Creating smoother, more even skin while maintaining a natural appearance.
• Background cleanup: Removing unwanted background objects or distractions that draw attention away from the main subject.
• Eye enhancement: Improving brightness, contrast, and detail in the eyes for a more captivating look.
• Teeth correction: Whitening and adjusting tooth color to enhance the smile.
• Body shaping: Subtle slimming or enhancement to achieve a more expressive and balanced silhouette.
• Hair enhancement: Fixing stray hairs, improving volume, shine, and overall appearance.
• Detail improvement: Cleaning and enhancing fine details—sharpening, adding texture, and improving clarity and contrast.
• Lens distortion correction: Fixing distortions caused by specific lenses or shooting angles.
• Styling and effects: Adding special effects or artistic styling if required to create a unique visual aesthetic.
• Clothing and accessory retouching: Correcting imperfections or distractions on clothing and accessories.
• Noise reduction: Minimizing visible noise, especially in low-light images.
• Preserving natural appearance: Ensuring the photo remains realistic and not over-retouched.

Each retouching project depends on the client’s needs and the specifics of the image. High-quality retouching enhances the visual appeal and professionalism of the final photograph.