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Getting old is a privilege that not many people have. With age comes wisdom, patience, and certainty that ensures stability in everyday life. Many of us look up to experienced leaders and believe they have the know-how to secure a bright future.
So, why do so many people want to avoid aging? When you look around, it seems that many are prepared to do a lot to look and feel younger. Expensive creams, cosmetic and surgical procedures, insanely strict routines—anything to keep that clock from ticking.
The people on this list might have not spent a lot of time and money on their looks, but they did put a lot of effort into photoshopping their wrinkles out. After all, who cares about how you look in real life—it’s all about looking flawless online. Scroll down and see for yourself how erasing too many flaws might look quite a bit off.
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#1
Lady On Facebook Insists That There's No Editing, And Any Comments Saying Otherwise Are Blocked
The reasons for why people don’t want to age are plentiful but many of them stem from fear. Multiple fears, actually. One big one is, of course, the fear of death.
This one is unavoidable and present in the majority of us. We simply don’t want to leave this world—there’s too much going on here. Aging is a reminder that our time is coming, and it can be hard to make peace with that. Doing so is quite a process and many go on their own personal journeys to find a resolution to this fear.
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#2
I Forgot What She Really Looked Like
Hilary Mol 2 years ago
Does she really think we've forgotten she started out in the early 80's?
#3
Someone Needs To Come Take Their Moms Phone (In The Comments She Swears She Didn't Edit)
But that’s not the whole picture yet. There are things that are associated with aging that make people recoil when thinking about it. For example, many think that getting old means getting sick and feeling awful majority of the time. Many also associate older people with being fragile and weak.
This is not necessarily true. Sure, there are quite a few diseases that become more common as people age, and your body doesn’t feel the same as when you were 20, but that doesn’t mean you spend the whole day lying in bed. You are a little slower, but being slow isn’t necessarily bad. By the time you’re old, you learn to enjoy taking your time doing things. You don’t have the same need to rush life like you did when you were young.
#4
She's 50 Years Old And Photoshops Herself To Look Like She's In Her Late 20s. Women, There Is Nothing Wrong With Looking Your Age. You're Not Expected To Look Like A 20 Year Old Forever
Hilary Mol 2 years ago
No, not 20 forever, but the idea of "youth" is pushed on us pretty much until we're in the grave. Still, it's unrealistic for women to try and carve decades off of our faces (and bodies) in photos to try and convince anybody we're THAT much younger than we are. Eep. J. Lo, you really don't have to go this hard. You're beautiful as you are.
#5
I’m Sensing A Filter
Many people also believe that older folks are doomed to be lonely. That’s a fair take as they are at risk of feeling isolated from the world. But if you continuously make an effort to keep the people around you, you will not become a solitary island with no one to talk to. Foster your relationships right now and be open to new ones, and you won’t need to fear abandonment.
#7
“Ugly Sweater Dinner Date!” Dear God... I Didn’t Need To Sleep Tonight Anyway
Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 2 years ago (edited)
Upvote because the worst so far... Those eyes.... Those eyes.............
#8
Came Across This Gem Looking At Dress Reviews
Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 2 years ago (edited)
Well that's not how human bodies work. She looks like a living Bratz doll.
#9
Claims It's All Makeup And Expensive Wigs
People also worry that their cognitive abilities will decline with age. Again, age-related forgetfulness is a thing, there’s no denying that. But should it really be feared? Not so much. It’s not like you don’t have any memory lapses now.
#10
Posted vs. Tagged Videos
#11
It’s A Helluva Drug
#12
Same Person - Instagram & Screenshot On Television
Sometimes you forget where you put your keys or maybe you don’t instantly recall the name of a new colleague, but it doesn’t ruin your day. It’s just an inconvenience you overcome. Sure, doing crosswords and continuing to learn new things is important to keep the mind sharp, but you also have to accept that it might not be as sharp as it was when you were young.
#13
Croatian Singer. Yes This Is The Same Perosn
MIHAELA ČVORAK 2 years ago
Maja Šuput is the name of the singer, she doesn't look like the picture on the left, but right picture is taken at the bad moment. And no, I don't like her or her music.
#14
Time Travel's Real
weatherwitch 2 years ago
It comes to something when this is the least edited pic (I've seen so far on here) 😔
#15
Instagram vs. Reality...TV
Then, there’s the obvious fear—looking old. The wrinkles, the grey hair—the evidence that your body is in decline. With all these fears connected to it, it’s no surprise one would love to hide them. Add to that the fact that our society equates beauty with youth and you’ll understand why celebrities inject themselves with all sorts of concoctions to look younger.
#16
I Saw This And Thought Y’all Would Like It Of One Of Our Faves
#17
I Cannot Believe She Seriously Posted This
#18
Same Picture Posted By Each Sibling On Their Account
Here, just like with everything else connected to old age, it is all about acceptance. The best way to deal with your changing looks is changing your perspective on them. Grey hair is not necessarily ugly—it can be charming and attractive. Wrinkles alter your appearance but they also show your experience.
#19
Big Difference Between The Photos Of Her At The Event And The One On Her Instagram
pineapple87 2 years ago
Yes, but also why do you need to choose the worst possible photos for these comparisons? She's literally in the middle of swallowing something here, how wrinkle-free does anyone look while making that face?
#20
This Person Is Running For Mayor Where I Live. Yikes
UndertaleLover (She/Her) 2 years ago
The first one looks like a Disney prince...like maybe prince eric or something
#21
She’s 58…
Beth Tadlock 2 years ago
She DOES NOT use filters. First pic is when she was younger. See Freddie on Tik Tok. Excellent content on health.
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Hilary Mol 2 years ago
She looks better in her natural photo. Look at that lovely, candid smile!
UnpopularPanda 2 years ago
This doesn't belong in this list tbh, it's just a careful and candid picture
weatherwitch 2 years ago
She looks fantastic in the real pic, such a shame she feels the need to filter the c**p out of her beautiful face 😔💖
Leesa DeAndrea 1 year ago
Actually, that's not that big of a change. She could achieve a very similar look with skillfully applied makeup.
Magnifico Giganticus 2 years ago
She's cute as hell. And if the one on the left is fake then at least she made herself look like an actual good-looking human.
Lena Flising 2 years ago
Why? Just join the gang of amazing older actresses who refuse to alter their appearances.
All in all, getting old is not as bad as it might seem. In fact, many older people are quite happy with their lives. They have perspective on life and don’t take things for granted. Accepting the way you look is also a part of it. Maybe the people on this list will grow into it too one day.
#22
No Eyes Are The Same, I Guess
#23
Facetuning Skills On Point
#25
Her Official Press Photos vs. Interview
#26
Photo She Posted vs. Tagged. Same Woman
#27
These Two Are Supposed To Be The Same Person
#28
A Fairly Popular Local Influencer Recently Made An Appearance On TV. A Lot Of Her Fans Apparently Had Trouble Recognizing Her At First
#29
Instagram vs. Tagged Photo
#30
It Doesn’t Even Look Like The Same Person
#31
Aging Really Shouldn’t Be Something We’re Ashamed Of
Mrs Irish Mom 2 years ago
Its a gift to be able to age these days, so many people taken too soon would love to be able to age
#32
Same Person... Wow
#33
Bro... Seriously
#34
I Think She Just Discovered Facetune. (Right Is A Normal Selfie)
Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 2 years ago
Her real pic looks better. Is there an uncanny valley filter?
#35
Found This One! — He Claims To Be 31 Years Old, Flashes Fake Watches And Cars He Doesn’t Own
#36
How Do I Tell Someone To Tone Down The Filter?
#37
From Her Profile vs. Tagged
lily jones 2 years ago
I mean at least its decently edited. Some of these are total nightmare fuel
#38
Every One Of Her Fb Photos Looks Like The One On The Left. (She’s 71!!)
#39
When Blurring Your Wrinkles, Don't Forget To Blur Your Reflection Too
SparkDragon 2 years ago
Wrinkles are just a sign of a life lived! You don't want to erase the laughs you've had, so why hide the laughter lines?
#40
Reddit Going Wild Over How Young This Woman Looks For 48 On A Face Ratings Sub
Hilary Mol 2 years ago
Even without a filter, some of us Gen X folks age pretty well. Looks like she's one of them. Definitely doesn't need a filter!
#41
Her Promo Pic On Social Media vs. Photo From Her Promo Event
#42
His Instagram Pics Versus Real Life Video Screenshots
#43
Same Guy.. Left Is His Pfp
#44
Her Billboard vs. A Pic From An Interview
#45
Instagram vs. Press Pic
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What do you think ?
Will Cable 2 years ago
I tried a filter while doing a selfie....it suggested a move further away from the camera and wear a bag over my head as it can't work miracles
Bouche and Audi and Shyla, Oh My! 2 years ago
How is it they don't know how awful the fake looks?
Iampenny 2 years ago
A teenage girl went missing a couple of years ago in Germany (unfortunately, she is still missing to this day). The media were quick to realise a search photo of her, but this was so heavily filtered, she was totally unrecognisable. It was ages before they released an accurate one. Maybe if they had done this sooner, someone may have recognised her (assuming she was/is still alive)
Mimi La Souris 2 years ago
Why show up in public when you cheat so much on the net, they’re definitely not very smart
Lee 2 years ago
This is less 'embarrassing' and more epidemic of low-self esteem because everyone feels they have to live a perfect curated life online. I deleted all my social media's and felt so much better. I would use filters to look good. But then I realised I don't need to look good to random people around the world for 1 second as they scroll through Instagram.
CD Mills 2 years ago
As a woman who continues to age, I can admit I'm not really happy with a lot of it but I've come to think of it as paying tiny bits of youth and beauty to be able to continue to live. All of the people that 'Pay your surgeon very well to break the spell of aging', that youth and beauty can never be recaptured. But at least the Plastic surgeons will be able to fatten up their bank accounts.
MoMcB 2 years ago
This is so true. The people who have had surgery to look younger look smoother, not younger.
Load More Replies... MrsFettesVette 2 years ago
This is absolutely crazy. I'm 46 and Im just glad I'm here. Aging is a privilege. I don't color my greys, don't use filters, and the other day someone (at work) complimented my skin. I laugh a lot and that's good enough for me! F**k those standards that say everyone should look like they're in their 20s.
sweetrottenpeaches 2 years ago
20s? More like 15 or something. And that skin they trying to photoshop doesn't even exist I think. What really makes me sad is, that celebrities are constantly doing this crazy shet as well and supporting the whole unreal idea of not aging and looking like a doll. :(
Load More Replies... Pandroid Rebellion 2 years ago
I never use filters and don't get the point. That isn't a pic of you. It doesn't look how you look. Yes, that person is flawless; not human and not you. What is the point?!?!
Auntriarch 2 years ago
Yes. Equally for the ones that are actually beautiful
Load More Replies... Daya Meyer 2 years ago
There is one question circeling in my head while I look at these pics. This are people who leave their houses sand they are seen by other people who know those photos filtered to death. And they are still recognized? Or do they think everyone else is a dochebag because they don't know who they are?
Deborah Aitch 8 months ago
What I find unpleasant is when , in a newspaper, when reporting the death of somebody, the next of kin gives a filtered photo of the deceased to be printed. Why would you want to pretend that a loved one actually looked like that? There should be some dignity given surely.
Sasha Kensington 2 years ago (edited)
This conversation should really include the multi billion dollar beauty industry which capitalises on every possible insecurity and has long thrived on demonising aging and peddling the fountain of youth.
Danish Susanne 2 years ago
I have been wondering why women wants their chins so slim, that there doesn't seem to be room for normal teeth.
CanadianDimes 2 years ago
What is with wanting skin that doesn’t look like skin? It’s so fücking weird
fro_st puppy 2 years ago
I don't understand why ageing is seen as this horrible thing that everyone dreads. It happens to everyone!The less you think about getting older the better. Look after yourself and carry your age well and you'll always look younger imo
Will Cable 2 years ago
I tried a filter while doing a selfie....it suggested a move further away from the camera and wear a bag over my head as it can't work miracles
Bouche and Audi and Shyla, Oh My! 2 years ago
How is it they don't know how awful the fake looks?
Iampenny 2 years ago
A teenage girl went missing a couple of years ago in Germany (unfortunately, she is still missing to this day). The media were quick to realise a search photo of her, but this was so heavily filtered, she was totally unrecognisable. It was ages before they released an accurate one. Maybe if they had done this sooner, someone may have recognised her (assuming she was/is still alive)
Mimi La Souris 2 years ago
Why show up in public when you cheat so much on the net, they’re definitely not very smart
Lee 2 years ago
This is less 'embarrassing' and more epidemic of low-self esteem because everyone feels they have to live a perfect curated life online. I deleted all my social media's and felt so much better. I would use filters to look good. But then I realised I don't need to look good to random people around the world for 1 second as they scroll through Instagram.
CD Mills 2 years ago
As a woman who continues to age, I can admit I'm not really happy with a lot of it but I've come to think of it as paying tiny bits of youth and beauty to be able to continue to live. All of the people that 'Pay your surgeon very well to break the spell of aging', that youth and beauty can never be recaptured. But at least the Plastic surgeons will be able to fatten up their bank accounts.
MoMcB 2 years ago
This is so true. The people who have had surgery to look younger look smoother, not younger.
Load More Replies... MrsFettesVette 2 years ago
This is absolutely crazy. I'm 46 and Im just glad I'm here. Aging is a privilege. I don't color my greys, don't use filters, and the other day someone (at work) complimented my skin. I laugh a lot and that's good enough for me! F**k those standards that say everyone should look like they're in their 20s.
sweetrottenpeaches 2 years ago
20s? More like 15 or something. And that skin they trying to photoshop doesn't even exist I think. What really makes me sad is, that celebrities are constantly doing this crazy shet as well and supporting the whole unreal idea of not aging and looking like a doll. :(
Load More Replies... Pandroid Rebellion 2 years ago
I never use filters and don't get the point. That isn't a pic of you. It doesn't look how you look. Yes, that person is flawless; not human and not you. What is the point?!?!
Auntriarch 2 years ago
Yes. Equally for the ones that are actually beautiful
Load More Replies... Daya Meyer 2 years ago
There is one question circeling in my head while I look at these pics. This are people who leave their houses sand they are seen by other people who know those photos filtered to death. And they are still recognized? Or do they think everyone else is a dochebag because they don't know who they are?
Deborah Aitch 8 months ago
What I find unpleasant is when , in a newspaper, when reporting the death of somebody, the next of kin gives a filtered photo of the deceased to be printed. Why would you want to pretend that a loved one actually looked like that? There should be some dignity given surely.
Sasha Kensington 2 years ago (edited)
This conversation should really include the multi billion dollar beauty industry which capitalises on every possible insecurity and has long thrived on demonising aging and peddling the fountain of youth.
Danish Susanne 2 years ago
I have been wondering why women wants their chins so slim, that there doesn't seem to be room for normal teeth.
CanadianDimes 2 years ago
What is with wanting skin that doesn’t look like skin? It’s so fücking weird
fro_st puppy 2 years ago
I don't understand why ageing is seen as this horrible thing that everyone dreads. It happens to everyone!The less you think about getting older the better. Look after yourself and carry your age well and you'll always look younger imo
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