How to remove lens flare from a photo

[Dedvyned]

I will appreciate so much if someone can help me and guide me how to remove lens flare from a photo. I found some tutorials in YOUTUBE seems pretty simple but I think this image is more complicated. All I'm asking is the step by step on how to do it.

Thanks

[JJLAPIN]

This is not perfect, but it is better. No real Quick Fix. Just have to mess around with it until you get something better.

[Dedvyned]

Thank you, definitely looks better and photo can be saved. If you don't mind what procedure did you followed, if you don't mind to share with me?

Thanks

[Nancy OShea · Accepted solution]

Make a copy of your layer with Ctrl+J. That way you won't destroy the original.

You could start with the Spot Healing Brush Tool and a large soft brush. 

Nancy