“Catfishing” has become increasingly common as social media use has grown over the past two decades. While the term usually refers to a type of online scam, where a person pretends to be someone else, these people chose to take part in the “Catfish Challenge.” They are completely candid about their “catfishing” as they share with us how they have achieved their transformations. Take a look behind the scenes and see how these makeover masters transfigure themselves into someone completely different.
Bronzer is your friend
Female beauty standards have gone so crazy recently that most of us are actually worried about leaving the house without makeup. Many choose a basic and quick cosmetic routine, mainly to hide our natural imperfections with a little concealer, a touch of eyeliner and a touch of blush. This woman, however, could be a professional makeup artist. She has clearly figured out how to completely change her face with her expert use of bronzer, especially on her neck and collarbone.
But how?!
While we believe that everyone is beautiful in their own unique way, some cultures praise certain features more than others. In many Asian countries, for example, the Chinese doll look is considered the most beautiful, while more pronounced features are considered less attractive. This young lady clearly knows a few tricks to turn her naturally wider face into the ideal narrow and soft one. The only way we can tell it’s the same person is because of her shirt and the fact that she has the same hair color in both photos.
Queen!
With the rise of LGBTQ+ culture in pop culture, we’ve seen many drag queens become household names. While much of the goal of a drag queen’s makeup look is to turn a masculine face into a more feminine one, we think this queen has gone above and beyond. If we had seen the lady on the right in our neighborhood, we would have never guessed that she had started out as a surprisingly handsome mustachioed man! After all that hard work, this Queen is ready to take center stage!
A touch of glamour
You know what? Sometimes, we just want to go all out and change our entire look. Just like Cinderella, when we go out to the clubs, we occasionally want to party as a completely different person. This shapeshifter master obviously has the same idea. This transformation must have taken a lot of skill and time for her to achieve so perfectly. We can’t get over the difference between the sweet young lady on the left and the captivating glamour on the right.
8 hours of sleep
Makeup has become an integral part of most women’s morning routines, so much so that some need to go through it to wake up, like they would with a cup of coffee. This woman looks half asleep in the picture on the left, with tired eyes and mouth not quite smiling. The second photo looks like her much more cheerful sister. Her eyes have come to life thanks to her wonderful use of false eyelashes and bronze eyeshadow, which perfectly complement her orange lips.
Let’s see that smile!
One of the best things about makeup is that, if done right, it has the power to make us feel so much more confident. This makeover definitely seems to have elevated this gorgeous lady’s outlook on herself. While, yes, her new hair color and style help transform her into a new person, it’s absolutely the amazing makeup that makes her shine. You can see that dramatic red lip and those sculpted brows have really added a sparkle to her eyes.
Emo Chic
It’s amazing how these transformations make us feel like we’re looking at two different people with completely different styles and aesthetics. This woman’s makeover takes us from memories of our childhood friend’s punk sister to fangirling over a goth rock star. The dark green hair, intricate choker, baby pink lips, and those dramatic eyes are total rock glam! And just look at the way she’s managed to completely change the shape of her nose with just some prosthetics and makeup.
It all depends on the angle
Blemished skin and a big chin are perfectly normal body features, but sometimes we feel embarrassed when other people see them on us. There are a few ways to deal with this insecurity. Try to find a way to live with it, learn to take photos from angles that flatter you the most, or do what this woman did: somehow completely change your face into this blonde goddess. While we know they’re the same person at really different angles, we were still completely fooled.
May the best man win!
The never-ending generational clash has recently been unleashed, this time over hair. While Millennials are firmly part of team “side part,” Gen Z has been raising their voices in protest to promote the middle part. This extraordinary face-changer is great for both looks. We’re simply in awe of the different way her hair frames her face after having her chin and nose sculpted to perfection. And those eyebrows have undergone such a change, they make her look unrecognizable. So, side or middle?… which team are you on?
The base is everything
Say it with us: Never. Skip. The. Primer. Look no further than our next example to see what proper foundation use can do for you, as well as what foundation and contour can do to completely transform your face. This gorgeous lady’s clever use of makeup has turned her into a completely different person. We love how, except for the amazing dramatic makeup that highlights her mesmerizing eyes, the rest of her face is only enhanced by her expert use of the basics.
The girl on fire
It’s amazing what a little color coordination between hair, makeup, and accessories can do for a person. This girl has transformed herself, with a few alterations and some clever use of pink (clearly a favorite), into a fairy queen. We love how her pink lips and beautifully drawn eyeshadow perfectly complement the foundation she chose. And with all that pink, it was a very smart choice to resist putting on some pink blush.
That’s so fetch!
We love watching men flawlessly transform into beautiful women. Obviously, we’re all jealous of this man’s incredible talent for makeup and wig application; proudly waving that genderfluid flag as he changes before our very eyes into this gorgeous girl. We can’t help but pick at the accessories, with those glasses working perfectly with the yellow stripes in her hair. With that bold look and impeccable sense of style, this queen reminds us of the movie Mean Girls . Which group do you think she would belong to?
Bibidi-Babidi-Bu
Some makeup transformations are so crazy and different that it feels like magic was involved. This girl won the lottery when they were assigning fairy godmothers. From Cinderella to Belle, we just can’t believe these pictures show the same person. But, they really are (we checked)! The most incredible difference here has to be the eyes. Not only is she sporting those colored contacts, but she somehow added an eye socket that wasn’t there before.
Fifty shades of foundation
Sometimes the difference between meh and wow can be as simple as a high-quality photograph. This one looks like two girls with very different skin tones, but in reality, it’s amazing to see what good lighting and a good foundation can achieve. Plus, that peacock-inspired ombre eyeshadow really gives a shimmery glow to her gorgeous eyes, and that eyeliner completely changes the shape of her eyes making them appear bigger. We also love the way she offset her cheekbones to complete the look.
What is in you, do not let it be seen
While skin imperfections are absolutely normal, they often make us feel insecure and embarrassed about them. This is why makeup, when done right for our unique features, can give us a huge boost in self-confidence. This lady’s makeover has been done to perfection. Just look at the change in her expression from one photo to the next. In the photo on the right, she is practically glowing with confidence! We hope that as she gains more and more self-assurance, she will have this glow without the makeup.
Do it yourself
As any DIY enthusiast will tell you in a split second, duct tape is probably one of the most useful things in the world. It has a thousand and one uses, but we had no idea it could be used to change the shape of our face. Check out this crafty lass who has managed to transform her look with clever use of the DIY staple, combined with some cleverly applied makeup. We wonder what other tricks this young lady has hidden up her sleeve.
Dazzling
Many medical conditions affect our appearance, which can change the way we feel about ourselves. This girl got an incredible makeover that boosted her confidence after beating a serious illness that left her feeling insecure about her appearance. We love how the makeover was used to enhance her beautiful natural features, making her look happy and healthy. The makeup around her eyes brings out the pure glow of this fabulous fighter. We wish her years of beautiful health.
Intense lips
From actresses to fashionistas, many women have discovered the power of a bold red lipstick. This girl has clearly mastered the art of bold lips and has used this skill to beautifully transform her face. While the eye is drawn to that ombre lip shade, her eyes are also done to perfection, with thick eyeliner creating the illusion of an eye crease. We would never have imagined that such seemingly small changes could create such a big difference.
Surprise!
From creating the right background to choosing the perfect angle, it’s truly amazing to see how much thought and creativity goes into producing a flattering photo for social media. Thanks to all of this manipulation, sometimes the final product looks nothing like what we started with. It seems this TikToker is just as shocked by the stark contrast between the two photos as we are. We’ll keep repeating it if we need to: it’s all about those flattering angles.
Abracadabra
All we can really say is that this girl must be a witch. She has completely transformed her face, to the point that if she weren’t wearing the same shirt and head accessory, we would never have known it was her. It’s amazing to us to see how much her entire look changes with the addition of false eyelashes and contour makeup around her face. We also love the mood she’s achieved with her makeover and use of lighting.
Long live women!
While makeup can make us feel more confident, it can also make us feel much more powerful. It gives us the courage to feel like we can take on anything and everything in the world and overcome all the challenges in our path. Because if a woman can go from being ten to being a thousand like this babe, then she can do anything! Especially when she’s armed with sparkling eyes, a sparkling wig, and an epic accessory.
From sweet to dazzling
Who doesn’t love chubby cheeks to stroke and pinch? While they’re especially cute for babies, chubby cheeks are adorable for grown-ups, too. But, they often don’t make us feel attractive. The power of transformative makeup is there for occasions like this. A light foundation with a strong contour line, blended to perfection (of course) can make all the difference. This woman has transfigured herself from “wanting to cuddle” to “hitting the club.”
Miss Scarlet
Changing our hair, even just a little, can make a huge difference in both the way we feel about ourselves and the way others see us. That’s why the difference between these two photos is so stark. Getting her hair and eyebrows done in the same dazzling crimson shade was absolutely the right choice to highlight this girl’s mesmerizing eye makeup. And while we love her glasses, we definitely think she looks like a totally different person without them.
Okurrr
We’ve already said how much we love seeing a masculine to feminine transformation, but the attitude of this makeover surprises us in a whole new way. This queen knows how to rock both her short hair and her long, shiny locks. But, what really takes the cake for us is that this queen knows exactly what her best colors are. That light lilac top had us instantly smitten, and along with those dramatic earrings, this girl knows how to accessorize.
Flushed cheeks
Can we say again how amazed we are? We mean that a clever application of makeup, a nice hairstyle, and a flattering picture angle can completely change the way someone looks. These photos make us want to shout it from the rooftops. Lighter hair, expertly drawn-on brows, and the illusion of larger lips created by that gorgeous lipstick (we want the name of that shade) — it all comes together to make the sweet woman on the left look like a charming princess after her transformation. On the right.
I do believe in fairies
Growing up watching Disney movies, we all sometimes wish we could look like a fairy or princess. While most of us don’t have the skills to achieve such a transformation, this girl clearly does. She has shared a behind-the-scenes look at how the silicone prosthesis is applied which transforms the shape of her nose from flat and wide to straight and narrow. This, along with the unique makeup she has applied to her eyes, makes her look like a creature straight out of a fairy tale.
Optical illusion
We are so amazed by the apparent ease with which these people create all these incredible illusions. This social media manipulator is a perfect example of that. She has completely fooled us with what appears to be very little effort. Her makeup look is actually super simple, but with just a little bit of playing with her angles and that flawless execution of eyeshadow and brow pencil, we would never have guessed it was the same girl as the one on the left.
With hammer and chisel
Typically, when we talk about sculpting in the context of makeup looks, we’re referring to using contour and highlighter to create depth on the face where there’s usually very little to none. But, it seems this girl has another idea. She has literally used a clay-like paste-like material that hardens like plaster when it dries, to literally create a pointy chin and reshape her nose into a straight line.
1,2,3 Pose!
It’s amazing what a change of clothes from a t-shirt to a nice dress and some voluminous hair can do for your sense of self-confidence. Really, half the fun in this transformation is the swashbuckling way this drag queen poses for the camera. While we’re usually very against the dreaded duck face, we think we might have to make an exception for this look. She’s just way too cute and cool with that expression for us to make fun of her!
Just woken up
While we would like the world to believe that we wake up looking like the perfect, flawless women that we are, that is unfortunately not true. When we wake up, we all look like the sweet little girl on the left: hair up and a few visible “imperfections.” But, what we would love to show off every morning is that fabulous woman on the right. She seems to have this life thing down pat. While we know it’s an illusion, we still can’t help but want to be like her.
Blurring Level: Expert
Did you know that in ancient times, being pale was considered the most beautiful complexion because it meant you didn’t work outside in the sun? However, today, since most of us are constantly indoors, tanned skin has become a sign of wealth, meaning you have time and money to spend on vacation. This woman has found a way to have the best of both worlds: she’s naturally super pale, but when she wants to transform into a tanned goddess, she grabs her magic makeup and blends it in seamlessly.
Let’s go to the beach!
We can’t say this enough: we love an ombre makeup look! And the one this queen has created on her eyes is especially gorgeous, making us feel like we’re looking at a warm tropical sunset on the beach somewhere exotic. She’s also paired it perfectly with that wig and the unique design of her dress. We would have never known moments before that she was a cute guy in a t-shirt. Their styles simply couldn’t be more different.
It’s all a matter of perspective
These kinds of transformations can often lead to negative comments from followers on social media. The following one had many comments on her post calling her a liar since there was apparently no way these two photos were of the same girl. While, yes, they do look like complete opposites, as people from different worlds, we can assure you that these photos are in fact of the same person. Crazy, we know, but you wouldn’t believe how much good lighting and a flattering angle can change your look.
Change of style
Part of the fun of makeup is that it allows us to try out a ton of different looks, so we can find the aesthetic that best suits us and makes us feel like the most comfortable and confident person we can be. Some styles can make us look like a totally different person. This woman’s transformation from tired housewife to edgy punk certainly does just that. That bold eyeliner, coupled with the neatly drawn brow cut, makes this change all the more striking.
Jessica Rabbit
We can all agree that the most attractive cartoon character ever drawn is undoubtedly Jessica Rabbit from the Disney movie: Who Framed Roger Rabbit? (great movie, by the way, go watch it). The woman on the right, with her hair parted to one side and wrapped in beautiful curls over her shoulder, and her cherry red lips, reminds us of the animated character. The woman on the left looks… not so much like a movie star. She’s still absolutely gorgeous, she just doesn’t look like she’s part of the same movie.
anime eyes
Anime, the Japanese style of animation, is known to have characters drawn with very small features, except for their eyes, which are made larger to make their expressions easier to understand. It seems like this TikToker tried to capture that aesthetic style in her transformation. We think she absolutely succeeded in doing just that. She has completely changed her appearance from a human girl to an anime main character. We would have never guessed it was her in the three photos.
The next top model
We all love to see a makeover scene in movies, but it’s even cooler to see it happen to someone in real life. This pretty and unassuming young lady, with the perfect use of bronzer and blush, has transformed herself into a mesmerizing supermodel. We are in awe of this incredible change. It really is amazing what a few minor (and slightly more important) adjustments can do to change a person so completely that we can barely recognize them.
Cleopatra has competition
Cleopatra had a reputation for being one of the most beautiful and cunning rulers and women of the old world. But watch out, Cleo! This woman on the right, with her recognizable “Cleopatra hairstyle,” is definitely giving you some competition. This woman knows exactly how to perfectly enhance her sharp natural features to the point where it’s unrecognizable. Check out that exquisite use of blush and contour to create those dramatic cheekbones. Stunning!
Eyelashes with curtains of the soul
They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder. They also say the eyes are the windows to the soul. So why not combine them and make sure your lashes are unforgettable? Here’s exactly how this woman achieved her manipulation. Naturally, she clearly has short, very light-colored lashes, but with the help of a good mascara and maybe some false lashes, she has created a dramatic presentation that makes her look very different than she normally would.
In bad weather, a smile
Women are constantly told to smile more. Well, this girl loves to smile. While she has a condition that has left her without a toothy smile, it allows her to transform into a completely different person when she chooses to put on her dentures and show off that radiant smile. We also love how carefully she took her eyeshadow and the great job she did drawing her eyebrows beautifully. She really is a master of illusion and loves showing off her transformation skills. Keep smiling, you’re a star!
Voluminous lips
Once again, for those in the back rows, bronzer and a good blending brush are your best tools when it comes to transformative illusions. This girl clearly understands what we’re talking about and is giving us a masterclass in how to do it right. Along with the unique pointed lashes, those plum pink lips, the chunky chain, and the dramatic brows, this girl is slaying with her transformed look. But we have to say, we love her natural smile. XOXO
Yes, they are the same person
By now, can we all agree that some of these people are magical? Well, in case you need one more reminder, check out this crazy transformation. This woman has somehow managed to change every single aspect of her face. If we didn’t see our nose transform before our very eyes from its original wide shape to a straight one, we would never have believed it. Honestly, we still don’t. But that’s the beauty of these makeovers, you never know what you’re going to get.
Honesty is the best policy
While beauty standards and the restrictions society places on our outward appearance are a very serious matter, we love adding a little honesty and humor to the equation. This Instagram beauty expert clearly agrees. She uploaded a video of her transformative makeup before and after with the very truthful caption that reads “I love catfishing!” We love her confident smile and light-hearted way of approaching the subject, showing us how fun these changes can be.
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