We’ve all been told a million times not to judge a book by its cover. Even if someone is incredibly beautiful, their looks will eventually fade, so personality is by far the most important thing. But it would be naive to assume that looks don’t mean anything in today’s society. So there’s nothing wrong with making some adjustments to your appearance that will help your inner beauty shine through.
Threads users have been proudly sharing before-and-after photos of their incredible glow-ups, so we’ve compiled a list of their stunning pics below. Enjoy scrolling through these amazing transformations, and be sure to upvote the people that you can tell are truly glowing from the inside out!
#1
Glow ups galore in this thread.
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#2
Literally.
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#3
Sis, saaame. You are gorgeous.
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At first glance, a glow-up may sound quite superficial. We often associate these transformations with becoming more conventionally attractive, which is what many people do mean when they say they “glowed up.” Perhaps they were a nerdy teenager who had never set foot in a gym, but in their twenties, they suddenly got super into working out and developed their personal fashion taste.
While physical appearance is certainly a factor in many of these glow-ups, what a lot of people who have undergone these transformations will say is that it was far more than that. For example, some may have been struggling with mental health issues that resulted in them not caring about their appearance at all. But once they started to blossom on the inside, they were able to let their growth and healing shine through to the outside as well.
#4
Rose from concrete.
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#5
1000% Same sistaaa.
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#6
Same You look fantastic though.
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If you’re wondering how to go about starting your own glow-up journey, Amayzine recommends putting yourself first. By prioritizing your health and what you truly want out of life, you’ll start glowing, and others will notice. This doesn’t mean that you neglect your friends or loved ones, but you have to make sure that you’re taken care of first if you want to have the energy to pour into those relationships too.
When it comes to your personal style, it’s a good idea to learn your color season. Without changing anything about your actual appearance, dressing yourself in the most flattering colors can go a long way in making you more radiant. Plus, if you’re looking your best, you’ll likely be feeling your best as well.
#7
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#8
Physically Disabled & Neurospicy But we came out on TOP.
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#9
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Another easy way to give yourself a glow-up is to start moving more. You don’t have to lose a significant amount of weight or start running marathons, but simply taking more walks, playing sports with your friends, or joining a yoga class can have a huge impact on how you feel. Not only will this be great for your physical health, but research shows that exercise can increase your self-esteem as well.
#10
Me and my dad at Ozzfest ‘06 to now. I hope she would be happy with me now.
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#11
Girl I feel you.
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#12
Me and my Indigenous grandparents at my high school graduation.
I was the first in my family to graduate high school, let alone university.
They were so proud.
My grandfather passed away a week later.
Then me currently at 61, after just getting my septum pierced to honour him and my ancestors.
I’m definitely more comfortable with who I am.
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Developing healthy habits can be a very important part of any glow-up journey. And one that Amayzine recommends is journaling. Setting some time aside every day or every week to put your thoughts onto paper can be an amazing way to clear your head. Journaling is also great for being able to track your progress, whether you’re on a physical, mental, or spiritual journey.
Being able to look back on where you were months or years ago can remind you to be incredibly proud of how far you’ve come. Meanwhile, processing how you’re feeling on paper can help you understand your emotions better.
#13
Ditto twin.
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#14
Same! Call me a late bloomer, but understand that the soil is very rich for this flower.
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#15
Same sis SAME.
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If you’re truly dedicated to undergoing a glow-up journey, The Everygirl notes that it can extend beyond yourself. You might even want to reset your space to help you feel more like yourself. Decorate your home in a way that makes you feel completely comfortable and cozy; it should be your sanctuary and your safe space. Meanwhile, remember to take care of your home the same way that you take care of yourself. Change your sheets every week, keep your home tidy, and don’t let your laundry pile up for too long. Keeping your home in order will make your life feel a lot more peaceful.
#16
Babyyyyyyy sameeeeee.
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#17
Bullied into this.
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#18
Still getting bullied at my big age.
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Another way to have a glow-up is by being mindful about what you put into your body. Don’t go overboard; we all deserve to enjoy a slice of cake or a greasy burger from time to time. But investing in your health starts with what you put on your plate. And if you make a point to serve yourself wholesome, nutritious meals, you’ll feel better, have more energy, and you’ll likely live a longer, healthier life.
#19
Girllll …..
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#20
I bullied myself, unfortunately. I was so mean to me.
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#21
I totally understand I was bullied for being me. No one gave me time.
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Something else that’s important to remember about a glow-up is that it doesn’t happen overnight. Of course, it’s great to start developing healthy habits. But remember to build habits that are actually sustainable. Going to the gym at 5 a.m. is pointless if you stop doing it after two weeks. Be gentle with yourself, be consistent, and eventually, you’ll start to see progress. And everyone else in your life will definitely notice too!
#22
Age was definitely my best friend.
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#23
Sameeee! Now I’m on front cover magazines all over the world, been on a billboard, worked with thousands of brands, and brands have flown me out for trips! I’m GLAD I was bullied into this! I love ME!
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#24
The bullied to baddie pipeline.
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Are these photos inspiring you to go on your own glow-up journey, pandas? Keep upvoting the transformations that you find most impressive, and let us know in the comments below what the most impactful thing you’ve ever done to glow up was. Then, if you’re interested in checking out another article from Bored Panda featuring similar before-and-after pics, look no further than right here!
#25
Had to lock in when i found my fiancé.
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#26
We all go through it ur gorgeous .
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#27
That get back a mf.
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#28
So much glow.
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#29
Homie to the left was picked apart for being a skinny nerd, once told “you’ll never get a girl.”
Pic on the right is who homie became 20 years later.
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#30
Yall, my middle school yearbook photo needed a “to be continued” on the right and left side. It gets better.
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#31
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#32
Oh hi!
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#33
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#34
I bullied myself
I’ve come a long way.
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#35
Same…
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#36
Bullied me into this.
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#37
I came a long way.
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#38
Well i was bullied, a****d, and still turned out beautiful.
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#39
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#40
The humanity and straight up beauty in this thread here’s mine.
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#41
Bullied myself into this.
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#42
From getting bullied to this.
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#43
Girl I SEE and HEAR YOU we are some of the funniest people with BIG hearts today.
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#44
took a lot of bullying.
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#45
Literally same
Love a glow up.
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#46
Humbled.
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#47
They bullied me and said I was ugly now look at me with the same boy who told me I was pretty in high school 10 years ago.
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#48
15 yr old me vs 31 yr old me.
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#49
Felt this trend.
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#50
I felt that.
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#51
yeah, we know ball.
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#52
Love me a glow up.
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#53
So thankful for time.
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#54
Same suh.
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#55
Girl same.
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#56
Unfortunately, it’s the hard truth.
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#57
Weren’t we all?
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#58
REALL.. was bullied and bullied myself right after.
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#59
and this better not be my last glow up either!
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#60
Lord was working overtime with all of us huh.
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#61
Bullying + a bit of glamour magic.
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#62
I’ve definitely come a long way!
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#63
The glow up was necessary over here.
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#64
Bullied into this.
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#65
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#66
same sista girl. i love everyone’s glow up in this comment section.
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#67
Bullied from as young as I can remember.
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#68
Ohhh my turn.
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#69
GIRL I FEEL YOU!
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#70
Gotta love the trauma glow up.
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#71
Bullied for my hair now everyone wants to run their fingers through it.
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#72
Bullied by my family mind you. But now I like to customize my character.
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#73
I wasn’t bullied, I just glew up.
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#74
Why not.
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#75
Went from bullied, and became a published model. I won.
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#76
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#77
Same girl! You’re so beautiful!
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#78
I was overly ashy.
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#79
4 year difference I bullied myself.
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#80
Still an emo kid who loves funny shirts.
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#81
Whew baby I was ewww.
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#82
Me too girl, horribly.
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#83
BULLIED DOWN, but changed across the board ‼.
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#84
I found my people.
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#85
Glow up/ weight loss transformation.
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#86
I was bullied in school for having short hair and being ugly.
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#87
I was never ugly but the glow up is still real.
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