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When it comes to social media, a little healthy skepticism is always a good thing. Just think about the face filters, airbrushing techniques, flattering poses, and facial expressions that exaggerate our daily lives over there. It’s full of carefully choreographed pictures that strive to convince us everyone looks flawless all the time and makes us miserable when we feel anything but. But in reality, nothing could be further from the truth!

While a brief skim through Instagram shows you some people living in a world of vanity where the levels of fakery are off the charts, others invite us on a wild ride straight to the land of hilarity. Like the 'Pretty Girls Ugly Faces' community over on Reddit. Nearly 95k members have set out to share before and after photos of themselves that poke fun at the well-curated and polished side of social media.

Even though we have previously featured the subreddit here, here, and here, these women have uploaded so many new gems that we just had to do a follow-up! Below, you’ll find the newest batch of entertaining posts Bored Panda has gathered for you to enjoy. So continue scrolling, hit upvote on your favorite ones, and be sure to tell us what you think about them in the comments.

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Magical Goddess, Giver Of Life *throws Up*

Magical Goddess, Giver Of Life *throws Up*

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Saint Lynnie
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If the men find out we can shape shift they're going to tell the church.......

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The Two Kinds Of Snaps My Husband Gets From Me

The Two Kinds Of Snaps My Husband Gets From Me

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

omg LOVE your sense of humor! Relationship goals right there.

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The community in question welcomes its members with a description saying, "The only way we'll judge you is if you try to maintain your dignity." Ever since it was created in 2012, it has been a safe space for women to share the ugliest photos they could possibly produce. And if we’re being honest, seeing how these beautiful and humorous ladies can turn into the goofiest creatures in mere seconds is making us feel extremely validated.

According to the internet database 'Know Your Meme', the subreddit was created shortly after the trend appeared on Tumblr on a blog 'Pretty Girls Making Ugly Faces' in 2011. The idea for women to juxtapose their attractive photographs with less-than-photogenic moments quickly spiraled online, inspiring thousands of women to participate in the fad. Heaps of double chins, bucked teeth, and squashed lips graced people’s feeds, challenging the unrealistic beauty standards and proving that nobody can look on-point all the time. And before anyone asks, men participate in the trend as well! They even have a 'Handsome Guys Ugly Faces' subreddit dedicated to the cause.

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#5

Instagram vs. Reality

Instagram vs. Reality

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U Know U Want Me

U Know U Want Me

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Mozzarella
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well the second pic shows that your up for a little fun so it’s just as valuable as the first.

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The purpose of the pictures you see in this list is not only to be a source of rib-tickling laughter but also to show everyone that even the most photogenic people can have an unflattering side too. After all, we’ve long heard about how both social and mainstream media present utopian beauty standards and body images that affect how we view our own. Whenever we succumb to the lure of the mindless scroll and forget that what we see online is not always real, it can have an impact on how we perceive ourselves and how we judge others.

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If My Mental State Was An Image, It Would Be Three Raccoons Fighting Over A Piece Of Cornbread

If My Mental State Was An Image, It Would Be Three Raccoons Fighting Over A Piece Of Cornbread

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When Someone Else Takes A Picture Of Me vs. When I Take A Picture Of Myself

When Someone Else Takes A Picture Of Me vs. When I Take A Picture Of Myself

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Unfortunately, this can have dire consequences and can lead to anxiety, depression, eating disorders, or negatively affect our psychological health in other ways. Especially if we compare ourselves to images of other people online. In a survey of 227 female university students, the respondents said that while they browse Facebook, they tend to judge their own appearance negatively in comparison to their peers or celebrities.

Jasmine Fardouly, a postdoctoral researcher at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia, and co-author of the study told BBC, "People are comparing their appearance to people in Instagram images, or whatever platform they're on, and they often judge themselves to be worse off." As she pointed out, it all stems from the fact that people tend to exaggerate their lives online and often present a one-sided, more polished version of themselves. "If you know someone well, you’ll know they’re only showing the best bits — but if they’re an acquaintance, you won’t have any other information to go on."

#10

Tw: Disgusting. I Have Absolutely No Idea How I Did This

Tw: Disgusting. I Have Absolutely No Idea How I Did This

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#11

I’ve Been Saving, And Perfecting, My Ugly Faces Until I Had A Pretty Day Let Me Share My Masterpiece With You

I’ve Been Saving, And Perfecting, My Ugly Faces Until I Had A Pretty Day Let Me Share My Masterpiece With You

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Many women feel sick and tired of unrealistic examples they see on social media, so they take matters into their own hands. Even doing something as simple as striking a silly pose adds a sense of genuineness to the online world and briefly interrupts the carefully curated images we’ve gotten so used to.

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#13

I Definitely Win This Sub! My Poor Boyfriend!

I Definitely Win This Sub! My Poor Boyfriend!

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Bro I can’t count how many times my man has taken photos/videos of me sleeping and also in weird a*s attempts to wake me up. One being the dogs shock collar (on vibrate mode, but still super awkward).

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#15

Don’t Worry I Took The Pretty One First Before I Channeled My Inner Ugly

Don’t Worry I Took The Pretty One First Before I Channeled My Inner Ugly

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The founder of 'Pretty Girls Ugly Faces', Redditor Sinkingfast, told Bored Panda in a previous interview that the community has stayed consistent and loyal throughout the years. "We get a lot of users who see positive reception to their posts and come back as repeat posters. Creating a safe and fun environment to post weird pics in judgment-free was always the goal and I'd like to think we've maintained it, especially with the help of our loyal user base. Our community is great. I want people to be comfortable enough to share and have fun. The subreddit really belongs to the users and wouldn't exist without them."

#16

Maybe Not The Prettiest But Certainly Contending For Ugliest!

Maybe Not The Prettiest But Certainly Contending For Ugliest!

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#17

How You Look Scrolling Instagram vs. The Pic You Post.

How You Look Scrolling Instagram vs. The Pic You Post.

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#18

This Made Me Lol So Much

This Made Me Lol So Much

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They explained that we humans usually tend to deem people based on their appearance, clothing, and clothing. However, forming certain opinions about people we don’t know can lead to snap judgments that, more often than not, tend to be false.

"My opinion loosely follows something like Dunbar’s number, the theory that we can only know so many people. We used to live in hunter/gatherer tribes as a species and as cities grew, well, people don't know people anymore. You can't know everyone, especially not within a massive city. Even in the age of social media, you can only peek into so many lives."

"As an example, I might wear a specific band t-shirt and in that instance, I would be doing it to advertise to others I am a fan," the moderator continued. "Someone could judge me on the shirt and I may get a friend out of it. Someone could also judge me negatively. I chose to present myself that way, though. I don't choose my face."

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My Boyfriend Has To See, So Do Y'all. First Post

My Boyfriend Has To See, So Do Y'all. First Post

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Redditor Sinkingfast pointed out that people now often assume that if someone presents themselves one way, that’s how they want the world to see them. Even if we're talking about features that are simply out of their control. "You see it all the time in films where someone like Steve Buscemi (Did you know he was an FDNY firefighter?) who may be the nicest dude in the world, is hired to play a certain role or type because of his physical appearance."

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"What if he wasn't an actor who was typecast all the way to the bank? If he was just a unique-looking dude on the street? Might someone have harsher opinions of him because he's not the typical standard for beauty? Over attributes he cannot fully control," they wondered.

#22

I Apologise In Advance For Any Nightmares Caused By This Post…

I Apologise In Advance For Any Nightmares Caused By This Post…

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#24

Me Cosplaying As A Passable Human Being For My Work Outlook Profile Photo, vs. The Reality At Home

Me Cosplaying As A Passable Human Being For My Work Outlook Profile Photo, vs. The Reality At Home

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But even though many people have a tendency to jump to conclusions, Redditor Sinkingfast remains optimistic about the future. "I think even the most diligent people can't help but slip up and sometimes be biased or judge a book by its cover even if it may be unfair to do so. Hopefully, over time as a society, we don't snap judgment about someone over something they can't control. Humanity could stand to be a little nicer in general."

#26

My Wife Looked Hot Today. I Asked For A Few Pics In Her Attractive State. She Did Her Best

My Wife Looked Hot Today. I Asked For A Few Pics In Her Attractive State. She Did Her Best

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Getting into girl's car: "Aren't you afraid I'm a serial killer?" - "Nah, too small change for 2 serial killers in one car."

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#27

I Am The Gift That Keeps On Giving ....

I Am The Gift That Keeps On Giving ....

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#28

You Freaks Inspire Me

You Freaks Inspire Me

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm sorry, but second one is giving me strong Vigo from Ghostbusters II vibes..

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#31

Weddings: On The Inside And The Outside

Weddings: On The Inside And The Outside

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#33

Oh Please God Send Help. My Neck Is Swallowing My Face!

Oh Please God Send Help. My Neck Is Swallowing My Face!

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#34

Tried The Hanacure Mask

Tried The Hanacure Mask

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#35

I Took These A Few Minutes Apart, Lol

I Took These A Few Minutes Apart, Lol

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Another one rocking the London Look, look out Supermodels, competition is coming!

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#36

Guess Who's Back? Back Again! Jugzy's Back Tell Your Friends!

Guess Who's Back? Back Again! Jugzy's Back Tell Your Friends!

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#37

I Haven’t Posted In A Bit Just Because I Feel Like You Guys Like The Glammed Up To “Ugly” Pics And I Just Do Average To “Ugly” But Here We Are

I Haven’t Posted In A Bit Just Because I Feel Like You Guys Like The Glammed Up To “Ugly” Pics And I Just Do Average To “Ugly” But Here We Are

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Natalie Phipps
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There's nothing average about you. You have a lovely face and I'd kill for your eyebrows!

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#39

I Would Like To Introduce You Guys To My Ugly Mug

I Would Like To Introduce You Guys To My Ugly Mug

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Mozzarella
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have sooo many of these double chin photos on my phone and iPad. My husband once was looking through out family ipad and then screamed and started cracking up when he found the collage of all my double chin photos. There were a lot tho let me tell ya

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#40

Yes, These Are Both Me

Yes, These Are Both Me

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is the third set of photo's of her and she has different coloured hair in before and after shots in them all!

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Note: this post originally had 75 images. It’s been shortened to the top 40 images based on user votes.