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With the rise of photo editing software and the increasing importance of our image on social media, most of us sometimes get worried about what people think of us. Do I look good enough? Do I dress stylish enough? What do people think of me when they see my picture? Would I get more likes/upvotes/notes/tiny red digital hearts if I did X, Y, and Z?

Unfortunately, some people have these thoughts far too often and take them to extremes: they care about their body image so damn much that they start relying on photo manipulation to extreme levels. This results in people looking radically different online than they do in real life. And when you do a side by side comparison? Wow. The difference is striking, often hilarious, and might make some of us wish you were born before they invented electricity.

We’ve collected some of the best examples of Instagram photos vs. reality from the incredibly popular r/Instagramreality subreddit, so get ready for some shocking comparisons. Scroll down, upvote the pics you enjoyed, and let us know what you think in the comments. After you’re done with this list, be sure to check out Bored Panda’s previous articles showing the vast difference between what some fake people look like in real life and how they present themselves on social media right here, here, and here.

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    #3

    When You Preach Body Positivity And Then Shop Your Waist Into Oblivion

    When You Preach Body Positivity And Then Shop Your Waist Into Oblivion

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    Janine B.
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly, what's wrong about her real waist? She's a beautiful woman the way she is, not need for PS.

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    There are more people who Photoshop their pictures than most of us think. Of course, most of these edits and photo filters aren’t as drastic as the ones shown in this list, but it still raises the question of how widespread this is.

    According to one study, two thirds of Australian women believe that it’s wrong for magazines to edit photos before printing them. The irony is that 57 percent of them also admitted to Photoshopping their own pictures before posting them on social media.

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    #6

    His Page vs. Her Page. I Guess He Had To Bring Her To His Level ?

    His Page vs. Her Page. I Guess He Had To Bring Her To His Level ?

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    The desire to receive approval and to create a positive reputation for oneself means that some people take multiple selfies in order to get the ‘perfect’ shot.

    Dr. Vivienne Lewis, a Clinical Psychologist at the University of Canberra, told the Daily Mail that more and more women are becoming dissatisfied with how they perceive their bodies and their image, thus resulting in a low self-esteem.

    #7

    Girl, What Is Up With Your Legs?? She Put The Whole Leg On Backwards In The Second Pic!

    Girl, What Is Up With Your Legs?? She Put The Whole Leg On Backwards In The Second Pic!

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    #9

    Floors Look A Bit Bent...

    Floors Look A Bit Bent...

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    A B C
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Crash Bandicoot has set wrong body standards! Being male is so hard! 😭

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    “The thing is, they're constantly having to meet unrealistic beauty trends and standards,” Dr. Lewis explained. She noted that there is huge pressure for women to look ‘perfect’ in the age of social media. “Women in particular who are very concerned about their bodies can spend hours editing photos.”

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    #11

    On The Left, Pictures Someone Posted To Twitter Calling Her The Most Beautiful Woman Alive. On The Right, What She Really Looked Like That Day. I Agree She’s Absolutely Gorgeous, So Why Photoshop Her To Make Her Look Like A Doll?

    On The Left, Pictures Someone Posted To Twitter Calling Her The Most Beautiful Woman Alive. On The Right, What She Really Looked Like That Day. I Agree She’s Absolutely Gorgeous, So Why Photoshop Her To Make Her Look Like A Doll?

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    #12

    This Girl Was Posted In Another Post For Falsely Calling Police On Her Neighbor. They Put Both These Pictures In The Article

    This Girl Was Posted In Another Post For Falsely Calling Police On Her Neighbor. They Put Both These Pictures In The Article

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    #13

    I Cannot Believe She Seriously Posted This

    I Cannot Believe She Seriously Posted This

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    #14

    This Person Is Running For Mayor Where I Live. Yikes

    This Person Is Running For Mayor Where I Live. Yikes

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    #16

    Left: Instagram, Right: Youtube

    Left: Instagram, Right: Youtube

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    Nora Ask
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not saying they're not edited, but also with and without very heavy makeup!

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    #17

    Local Nail Salon Apparently Removes All Wrinkles From Your Hands After Doing Your Nails

    Local Nail Salon Apparently Removes All Wrinkles From Your Hands After Doing Your Nails

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    #18

    The Longer You Look At It, The Weirder It Gets

    The Longer You Look At It, The Weirder It Gets

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    #19

    Now That The Clouds Have Been Pointed Out, That’s The First Thing I Look At Now

    Now That The Clouds Have Been Pointed Out, That’s The First Thing I Look At Now

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    #20

    Flexible Bones

    Flexible Bones

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    Hans
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The problem is not tge editing. The problem is to assume this to be beautiful and to propose such standards to youngsters.

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    #21

    Couldn’t Believe My Eyes With This One

    Couldn’t Believe My Eyes With This One

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    #22

    Same Person, Different Angle

    Same Person, Different Angle

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    #23

    Apparently We Should All Be Ashamed Of Our Knuckles Now

    Apparently We Should All Be Ashamed Of Our Knuckles Now

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    #25

    Her Instagram Is A Gold Mine For This Stuff. Every Time She Posts, Her Edits Get More Extreme

    Her Instagram Is A Gold Mine For This Stuff. Every Time She Posts, Her Edits Get More Extreme

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    #26

    May I Present To You, A Thicc Zombie. He Makes Fake Pages To Follow And Comment On His Own Pictures And Deletes Anyone Else’s Comments That Call Him Out

    May I Present To You, A Thicc Zombie. He Makes Fake Pages To Follow And Comment On His Own Pictures And Deletes Anyone Else’s Comments That Call Him Out

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    Toujin C'Thlu
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is just disturbing...it sounds like there's something seriously wrong with this guy

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    #27

    The Guy On The Left (Who Doesn't Really Filter On His Own Insta) Got Filtered By The Other Guy A Bunch Too

    The Guy On The Left (Who Doesn't Really Filter On His Own Insta) Got Filtered By The Other Guy A Bunch Too

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    #28

    Serving Ginger Realness

    Serving Ginger Realness

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    Loki’s Lil Butter Knife
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know that there is the stereotype that ginger-haired people are supposed to be pale and “pasty” and burn like lobsters (ugh, hate that term), but this poor woman looks like she would go up in flames like the human torch.

    Kyra Dellinger
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I myself am a pale pasty ginger who has never worn a bikini because it's too dangerous and I don't want melanoma

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    WilvanderHeijden
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imagine ordering an Uber and this turns out to be the driver. Would you get in the car?

    Fred and George Weasley
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    terrifying. i wouldnt be surprised if someone dressed up as her for halloween. i imagine some of the people allowing trick or treaters would faint at the sight of it

    Joyce Brazel
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    DO THESE PEOPLE REALLY THINK THAT WE ARE ALL SO STUPID AS TO BELIEVE THAT THEY REALLY LOOK LIKE THIS??????

    Baali Venomax
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stupid thing is, girls can dye their hair that colour for real, get that kind of eye makeup done and even wear false eyelashes so why just use the filter in the first place?

    Amaranthim Talon
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ROFL - Wow- I so wish these crazy people could see these comments. This chick went for the Alien look

    Shelly Bowles
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If the goal is to look like a character from The Nightmare Before Christmas, then I think she has succeeded

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    #29

    Saw This Girl On Tiktok...atleast She’s Completely Honest About It Lmao

    Saw This Girl On Tiktok...atleast She’s Completely Honest About It Lmao

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    #30

    Dude From Tinder Must Think He’s Got Us All Convinced

    Dude From Tinder Must Think He’s Got Us All Convinced

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    #31

    Goldmine Ig Account. There So Many To Choose From

    Goldmine Ig Account. There So Many To Choose From

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    #32

    Left Was Posted On A Thinspo Insta Page. I Thought They Were Tackling This Issue?

    Left Was Posted On A Thinspo Insta Page. I Thought They Were Tackling This Issue?

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    #33

    I Don’t Even Have To Say Anything

    I Don’t Even Have To Say Anything

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    Samantha Pines
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She looks so much better without it. Many people here are prettier before all the Photoshop.

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    #34

    Ouch @ Her Dislocated Hip, She Should Go Get That Checked Out

    Ouch @ Her Dislocated Hip, She Should Go Get That Checked Out

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    #37

    Completely Changed Her Face Structure

    Completely Changed Her Face Structure

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    #38

    Christmas Is Coming. Don’t Forget To Photoshop Yourself With A Nice Tree

    Christmas Is Coming. Don’t Forget To Photoshop Yourself With A Nice Tree

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    #39

    I Posted A Girl Who Got Called Out For Photoshopping Her Makeup A While Ago. Now It Seems Even The “Greats” Are Getting Away With It

    I Posted A Girl Who Got Called Out For Photoshopping Her Makeup A While Ago. Now It Seems Even The “Greats” Are Getting Away With It

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    Kaisu
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everyone knows James Charles is digitally altering his photos and making his makeup look better than it is, which isn't good when you're supposed to be a makeup artist....

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    #40

    The Picture She Posted vs. The Original

    The Picture She Posted vs. The Original

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    #41

    The Photo She Posted vs. The One Her Friend Posted Of Her

    The Photo She Posted vs. The One Her Friend Posted Of Her

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    #42

    He Is Honestly Very Talented But The Editing Is Just So Unrealistic

    He Is Honestly Very Talented But The Editing Is Just So Unrealistic

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    #43

    At Least She Edited Her Friend Too

    At Least She Edited Her Friend Too

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    #44

    On Today's Edition Of What I Bought vs. What Arrived

    On Today's Edition Of What I Bought vs. What Arrived

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    #46

    She Didn't Even Run The Race

    She Didn't Even Run The Race

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    #47

    Faking Your Entire Life

    Faking Your Entire Life

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    WilvanderHeijden
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I didn't take this photo outside your home to make it look like my home. But I posted it on social media conveniently forgetting to mention that this is not my home."

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    #48

    This Girl On Fb Who’s Infamous For Her Edits Like This

    This Girl On Fb Who’s Infamous For Her Edits Like This

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    Aman Bhullar
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lady trying to change her whole race... Sweety embrace yourself 🌻

    #49

    This “Mua” Got Called Out On Twitter For Photoshopping Entire Makeup Looks. Have A Look At The Closeups - The Angle And Eyebrows Are Exactly The Same In Each Photo. She Claims All The Intricate Designs Are Hand Drawn & Deletes Any Comments That Ask About Photoshop/Editing

    This “Mua” Got Called Out On Twitter For Photoshopping Entire Makeup Looks. Have A Look At The Closeups - The Angle And Eyebrows Are Exactly The Same In Each Photo. She Claims All The Intricate Designs Are Hand Drawn & Deletes Any Comments That Ask About Photoshop/Editing

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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's painfully obvious this is photoshop, who does she think she's fooling?

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    #50

    I've Found My First Blurry Disaster. Unreal To Think That She Actually Posted This. And Didn't Delete It

    I've Found My First Blurry Disaster. Unreal To Think That She Actually Posted This. And Didn't Delete It

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    StormsTempest
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where's the bottom half of her face?! How does she eat?! I don't need sleep I need answers!

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    #51

    Instagram vs. Reality

    Instagram vs. Reality

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    Mommy Blogger Claims To Have Cut Her Pant Size Nearly In Half In Just Two Months After Losing Only 15 Lbs, But Has The Exact Same Manicure In Both Pictures And Looks Exactly The Same. She Replies To Everyone Calling Her Out In The Comments And Has Accused Some Of Bullying

    Mommy Blogger Claims To Have Cut Her Pant Size Nearly In Half In Just Two Months After Losing Only 15 Lbs, But Has The Exact Same Manicure In Both Pictures And Looks Exactly The Same. She Replies To Everyone Calling Her Out In The Comments And Has Accused Some Of Bullying

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    #55

    Your Favorite Computerized Hourglass Ig vs. She Forgot Her Sarong

    Your Favorite Computerized Hourglass Ig vs. She Forgot Her Sarong

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    Dre Mosley
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This girl has a nasty personality and her followers are like her minions. "Body Positivity" has been high jacked by the Fat Acceptance people.

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