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Fix glasses reflections, screen shine, and flash hotspots in seconds.

Professional headshot with bright glare on glasses hiding eyes Same headshot with clear glasses and visible eyes

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"remove the reflection from the window and show the clear view outside"

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Popular use cases:
  • LinkedIn headshots
  • professional portraits
  • real estate photography
  • product photography
  • event photos
  • family photos with glasses
  • selfies with glasses
  • window photography
  • interior design photos
Cost
Free No signup required
Time
Instant results in 15-30 seconds
Works on
Any device - browser, phone, tablet, desktop
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AI-powered photo editing
Scenario Prompt Time
Glasses glare remove the glare from the glasses and show clear eyes 20s
Window reflection remove the window reflection and show the view outside 25s
Flash hotspot remove the flash hotspot and restore natural skin 15s
Screen glare remove the screen glare and show the display content 20s

How it works

  1. Upload your photo

    Upload a photo where the unwanted element is clearly visible. The AI needs to see surrounding context to fill in naturally after glare. JPG, PNG, WebP up to 7MB.

    Expect: Simple glare spot: 15-30 seconds. Complex reflections covering large areas: may need 2-3 refinements.

  2. Describe what you want

    Type your instruction: 'remove the glare from the glasses and show the eyes' or 'eliminate the window reflection and reveal what's outside.' Be specific about the glare location and what should appear underneath. No marking needed - the AI understands 'glare,' 'reflection,' and 'shine.'

    Tip: Mention what should be revealed: 'show clear eyes,' 'reveal the screen content,' or 'show the view outside.' This guides better reconstruction.

    Copy one of these to get started:

    Glasses glare hiding eyes remove the glare from the glasses and show clear eyes behind the lenses
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    Window reflection blocking view remove the reflection from the window and show the clear view outside
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    Screen glare on laptop or phone remove the glare from the screen and show what's displayed on it
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    Flash hotspot on face remove the flash hotspot from the forehead and restore natural skin texture
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    4 more prompts
    Car windshield glare remove the glare from the windshield and show the person inside clearly
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    Product photo with shine remove the bright reflection from the product surface and show the true color
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    Mirror reflection interfering remove my reflection from the mirror and show the room behind it
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    Multiple glare spots remove all the bright glare spots from the photo and restore natural lighting
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  3. Generate and review

    Check the result at full zoom. Verify the glare is completely gone and the revealed area looks natural. For glasses, ensure both eyes match in color and appearance. For windows, check that the view looks realistic.

See it in action

Professional headshot with bright glare on glasses hiding eyes
Before
->
Same headshot with clear glasses and visible eyes
After

Professional headshot glasses glare fixed

Bright flash created white hotspots on both lenses, completely hiding the eyes. One prompt revealed clear, natural-looking eyes.

Prompt: remove the glare from the glasses and show clear eyes
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Living room window with bright sky reflection blocking garden view
Before
->
Same window with clear view of garden outside
After

Window reflection cleared for real estate

Window photo had bright sky reflection hiding the outdoor view. AI removed the glare to show the actual garden outside.

Prompt: remove the window reflection and show the garden view outside
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Event photo with flash hotspot on forehead
Before
->
Same photo with natural-looking skin on forehead
After

Flash hotspot on forehead removed

Event photo where camera flash created a shiny bright spot on the forehead. Now the skin looks natural and even.

Prompt: remove the flash hotspot from the forehead and show natural skin
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Detailed Guides by Scenario

📷

Headshot Photographers Retouching Glasses-Wearer Portraits

Glasses glare is one of the most common retouching requests in portrait photography. Removing reflections from lenses makes the eyes visible without requiring the client to remove their glasses.

Common Scenarios

  • Corporate headshots where studio lights created white glare patches on both lenses
  • Outdoor portraits where the sun angle caused strong reflections obscuring the eyes
  • Group photos where one or more subjects wearing glasses have lens glare in the final shot

Best Practices

  • Describe what should be revealed: 'remove glare and show the eyes clearly behind the lens'
  • For partially covered eyes, the AI reconstructs the visible eye anatomy — results vary by glare severity
  • Position studio lights at 45 degrees during the shoot to minimize the need for post-correction
remove the glare from both glasses lenses and reveal the eyes clearly
fix the light reflection on the glasses in this headshot, show natural eyes behind the lens
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Product Photographers Shooting Glossy or Glass Products

Glare on product surfaces — screens, glossy packaging, glass bottles — obscures the product detail that buyers need to see. Remove reflections to clean up listings.

Common Scenarios

  • Smartphone or tablet screen product photos where the studio light created a white hotspot
  • Glass candle jar or perfume bottle shots where reflections obscure the label
  • Glossy-packaged product listing photos where ceiling or window light reflected on the surface

Best Practices

  • Specify what's under the glare: 'remove the glare from the bottle label and show the text clearly'
  • For screen products, add 'show the screen as if it's naturally lit, no reflection' to guide fill
  • Consider a polarizing filter in future product shoots — it eliminates most surface glare at capture
remove the glare from the product screen and show the surface clearly without reflection
fix the light hotspot on this glass bottle, reveal the label underneath the reflection
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Real Estate and Interior Photographers

Window glare and light reflections on floors, counters, and glass surfaces frequently appear in interior real estate photos. Removing them improves perceived room quality.

Common Scenarios

  • Kitchen listing photos where overhead lights created harsh glare on granite or quartz countertops
  • Living room shots where window light reflected on the floor and distracted from the space
  • Bathroom photos where mirror glare is the dominant element rather than the room itself

Best Practices

  • For window glare bouncing off floors, describe both: 'remove the window glare on the hardwood floor'
  • Counter and tile glare removal works best when you specify the surface material
  • For multiple glare sources in one room, 'remove all glare and reflections' in one prompt handles most cases
remove the glare on the kitchen countertop and show the natural stone surface
fix the window reflection on the floor in this room photo, show the natural floor finish

If something looks off

Eyes look unnatural or wrong color after glasses glare removal

Why: When glare completely covered the eyes, the AI had to invent them. It guessed wrong about eye color or direction.

Try: remove the glasses glare and reconstruct brown eyes (or your actual eye color) looking forward naturally
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Tip: Specify your actual eye color in the prompt for more accurate results.

Glare was reduced but not completely removed

Why: Subtle glare or semi-transparent reflections can be hard for the AI to identify as something to remove entirely.

Try: completely remove all the glare and shine from the glasses/window/surface and show what's behind it clearly
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Tip: Use stronger words like 'completely' and 'all' to signal full removal is needed.

The reconstructed area looks blurry or smudged

Why: The AI couldn't infer enough detail about what was behind the glare, so it created a simplified version.

Try: remove the glare and restore sharp detail with natural texture matching the surrounding area
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Tip: Describe what should be there: 'restore sharp skin texture' or 'show clear building details.'

Glare removed but frame or edges look distorted

Why: When glare extended to edges of glasses or windows, the AI sometimes modified the frame shape during reconstruction.

Try: remove only the glare from inside the lens/glass, preserve the exact frame/edge shape
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Tip: Explicitly protect edges when glare is near them.

One lens/area is fixed but the other still has glare

Why: Different glare intensities may require separate handling, especially if one is much stronger than the other.

Try: remove the remaining glare from the left/right lens and match the appearance to the other side
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Tip: Reference the good side so the AI matches the result consistently.

Quick answers

Do I need to mark the glare before describing what to remove?

No! Just describe what you want: 'remove the glare from the glasses' or 'fix the window reflection.' The AI recognizes glare patterns automatically.

Can it reveal my eyes if the glare completely covers them?

Yes. The AI reconstructs realistic eyes based on your face shape, skin tone, and any visible eye details at the edges. For best results, mention your eye color in the prompt: 'reveal natural blue eyes.' The AI will generate convincing eyes that look natural, though they're reconstructed rather than revealed.

Is there a free glare removal tool that doesn't require signup?

Yes. EditThisPic removes glare from glasses, windows, screens, and shiny surfaces completely free. No account creation, no email required. Just upload your photo, describe the glare to remove, and download the result. No watermarks added.

How do I remove glare from glasses in a photo for free?

Upload your photo to EditThisPic and type 'remove the glare from the glasses and show clear eyes.' The AI handles the rest in 15-30 seconds. Works on prescription glasses, sunglasses with visible eyes, and reading glasses. Free, no login needed.

What types of glare can this tool remove?

All types: glasses reflections from flash, window glare blocking views, screen shine on laptops and phones, flash hotspots on skin, product photography shine, and mirror reflections. Any bright spot caused by light reflecting off a surface.

Will removing glare look natural or obvious?

Natural. The AI reconstructs what should be behind the glare based on surrounding context - matching skin tones, sky colors, or screen patterns. Results blend because the AI understands what belongs in each area.

Is EditThisPic's AI glare remover really free?

Yes — you get 1 free edit per week, no account needed. Plans start at $4.99/month for 15 edits.

Can I remove glare on my phone?

Yes. EditThisPic works in any mobile browser — iPhone, Android, tablet. No app download needed.

How much does EditThisPic cost?

You get 1 free edit per week — no account needed. After that, credit packs start at $1.99 for 3 edits. Monthly plans start at $4.99/mo for 15 edits with unused credits rolling over. All edits are full resolution with no watermark.

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