Time is the best photoshop, netizens showed how they have changed with age

The tale of the Danish writer Hans Christian Andersen “The Ugly Duckling” was first published in 1843 and still remains popular. This is a story about personal transformation for the better, not only internal, but also external.

Dislike for your appearance is not uncommon. Most often, teenagers encounter it, not suspecting that in a few years they will not recognize themselves in the mirror. To prove that ugly duckling syndrome is common, internet users are sharing before and after photos. It is impossible to guess when exactly your time will come. And maybe these guys needed a little more time and effort to transform themselves, the results are worth it.

“Lost 50 kilos in 18 months.”

"At 17 and at 22."

"19 years old and 21 years old."

“4 years difference between the photos. I didn’t like myself at all, but step by step I began to treat myself better.”

“11 years versus 21 years. My father called me Ugly Betty, and I took it as a compliment.”

“13 years and 30 years. They laughed at me because I program. Now I get paid for it."

"12 years and 22 years."

"That's what 10 years of training in the art of makeup and self-esteem can do to two ugly twins."

“12 years and 20 years. I swear I've always been a girl."

"15 years and 21 years."