Because ring-shaped lights offer a convenient and flattering light, they are incredibly popular for solo video projects like vlogging and live streaming. While traditional camera lights or LED panel lights are both great options if you have space for a larger lighting setup, a ring light provides a quick and compact option that will make you look great.

A video ring light provides even, diffused lighting that eliminates shadows and creates a soft, natural look. The quality of the light and its placement near your camera can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and blemishes while enhancing facial features. This makes ring lights especially great for your vlogging kit.

Plus, ring lights with adjustable stands eliminate the need for a separate tripod for your camera or phone. When you’re learning how to build your own vlogging kit, a ring light will easily become one of your most-used tools.

To get the most out of your ring light camera setup, you need to correctly position the ring light. You may like the ring light best if it is placed immediately around your camera, which is how many ring light kits work. But you have other options as well. If you raise the ring light so that it angles down slightly onto your face, it may help you define your jawline a little more by shadowing your neck. Try a few angles with your ring light to see what works best for you.

While you’re getting your lighting right, don’t forget the other important components of your recording arrangement, especially sound. Having a good camera microphone can help take your content from good to great. And specialized video editing software will help you achieve the style and look you want for your content.

For more ideas, consider these five ways to level up your videos.