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Anyone who’s no stranger to the picture-perfect world of Instagram knows that you have to take everything you see on there with a pinch of salt. Or rather a whole bag of it.

It only takes a glance at the heavily airbrushed photos and virtually unrecognizable selfies to see how saturated with editing and filters Instagram has become. This corner of Reddit known as the Instagram Reality subreddit has long been busting all the fakery online by sharing some of the biggest examples of faux pas found on social media.

Below we wrapped up a new batch of surreal pics from the same subreddit that show people’s obsession with looking perfect on the screen at whatever cost.

Also make sure to check out our previous article with more Instagram vs Reality pics.

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Found This On A Japanese Musician's Page. I Don't Even Know What's Going On - Is The Red Haired Dude Ok?

Four people posing indoors with one holding a glowing sword, illustrating Instagram reality with fake pics online.

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    Let Me Just Tuck My Hair Behind My Eyelash Real Quick

    Close-up of a woman with bright red hair and heavy makeup, illustrating Instagram reality with fake pics online.

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    #3

    Her vs. His Insta Post

    Side-by-side photos showing Instagram reality where fake pics online do not match the real-life appearances.

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    #4

    I’ve Never Seen A More Accurate Description

    A man and woman smile with unnaturally white teeth in a social media pic highlighting Instagram reality fails.

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    #5

    Imagine Looking Like #2 And Still Feeling The Need To Filter Yourself Into Oblivion

    Comparison of Instagram reality and real-life photo showing differences in appearance and lighting for fake pics online.

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    #6

    This ‘Influencer’ Claims She Only Uses Filters To Adjust The Colours. Instagram On Left, Reality On Right

    Side-by-side comparison of a woman’s filtered Instagram selfie versus her unedited, natural appearance showing Instagram reality.

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    #7

    God I Hate Snapchat

    Young woman with distorted waist pose showing Instagram reality of fake pics online and digital edits.

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    #8

    This One Made Me Laugh!

    Woman in a yellow patterned outfit posing outdoors with exaggerated proportions typical of Instagram reality fake pics.

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    #9

    Everyone Looks Normal Except

    Three people dining at a restaurant raising glasses, showcasing an Instagram reality moment with a staged vibe.

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    #10

    Youtuber Who Always Looks Different In Each Of Her Pictures

    Side-by-side comparison of a woman with tattoos showing differences in Instagram reality fake pics online.

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    #11

    Asian Photoshopping

    Side-by-side comparison of a woman holding a cat, showing Instagram reality with an unfiltered and heavily edited selfie.

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    #12

    What She Look Like vs. Instagram

    Close-up comparison of a woman's real versus heavily edited Instagram photos showing the difference in facial appearance.

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    #13

    Same Person, Right?

    Before and after images showing Instagram reality with a woman’s natural hair versus heavily styled red hair.

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    #14

    You’re Id Card Won’t Lie

    Side-by-side comparison of a woman’s official ID photo and heavily edited Instagram selfie showing Instagram reality fake pics.

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    #15

    Something About Her Head Just Seems Off

    Young woman posing with one leg bent wearing white sneakers and black skirt, example of Instagram reality fake pics online

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    #16

    This Hair Stylist Adding Filters After His Work

    Before and after hair transformation with vibrant red color, showcasing Instagram reality and fake online pics.

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    #17

    That’s Her Strong Arm

    Young woman walking outdoors wearing a cropped top and skirt, illustrating Instagram reality with fake pics online.

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    #18

    Before And "After". Based Off An "8 Week Study", Yet Has 3 Pimples In The Exact Same Spot With No Change In Size Or Color. I Really Hate Misleading Ads

    Close-up comparison of a woman’s face highlighting differences in skin texture and imperfections in Instagram reality photos.

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    #19

    Popular Tiktoker Claims She Uses No Filters

    Side-by-side photos showing Instagram reality with differences in appearance and outfit between images.

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    #20

    Why Do They Think We Don’t Know What They Look Like…

    Side-by-side comparison of a woman’s polished Instagram reality photo and a less flattering real-life image.

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    #21

    From Skinny To Slenderman

    Woman taking a mirror selfie with a distorted body shape, illustrating Instagram reality and fake pics online.

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    #22

    Also A Case Of Ig vs. Reality

    Two people with heavy makeup and styled blonde hair showing Instagram reality of fake pics online.

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    #23

    Skin Texture We Don’t Know Her

    Side-by-side photos showing Instagram reality with a natural look versus heavy makeup and edited appearance.

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    #24

    Zoom In On The Nose

    Close-up of a woman with blonde hair and makeup posing for an Instagram reality photo with fake pic effects.

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    #25

    Her Waist Is Smaller Than Her Head

    Young woman in a kitchen showing loose jeans, illustrating Instagram reality and fake pics online trends.

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    #26

    Actually Found One In The Wild. While Scrolling Pinterest. Look At Her Waist!

    Young woman posing indoors wearing a patterned corset top and black pants, illustrating Instagram reality of fake pics online.

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    #27

    Saw This Guy On Tinder. Looks Like He Photoshopped Someone Else's Head On His Body

    Man with tattooed arm holding cigarette, posing indoors with flowers and bottle by a jacuzzi, showing Instagram reality fake pics.

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    #28

    Yeah…

    Muscular man with tattoos and a beard posing indoors, showcasing exaggerated arm size in an Instagram reality photo.

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    #29

    Some Editing May Have Taken Place

    Three people posing closely together indoors, showcasing an Instagram reality moment with fake pics online.

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    #30

    I Cried Laughing. Can You See It?

    Woman in a beige fitted dress and strappy heels posing in a desert setting, illustrating Instagram reality and fake pics.

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    #31

    Pic vs. Video, Both Posted By Her. She's Already So Skinny To Begin With /:

    Woman in a blue cloud sweater decorating Halloween cookies, illustrating Instagram reality of fake pics online exposure.

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    #32

    I Can’t Believe She Posted This…

    Young woman in sunglasses and bright bikini posing by lake with trees and blue sky in the background, Instagram reality theme.

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    #33

    We’ve All Seen Face Smoothing, But The Clone Stamp Arm Gone Wrong??

    Woman wearing glasses and layered necklaces, posing with hand raised, illustrating Instagram reality and fake pics online.


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