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Makeup might not heal wounds but it can help people live with them. And that's exactly what Armenia-born and Moscow-based beauty guru Goar Avetisyan specializes in. Avetisyan regularly gives makeovers to women suffering from cancer or severe skin conditions, and her work not only dramatically changes their appearance but boosts their confidence, too.

Looking at the before-and-after shots of her subjects, Avetisyan's 4.6 million-big Instagram following doesn't come as a surprise. Lashings of concealer, lip liner and clouds of hairspray - as well as brilliant contouring - and they all look excited about their new looks. Scroll down to check out the unbelievable transformations and upvote your favorites.

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This Mom Of Two Never Had Make Up Done, Not Even For Her Wedding. She Said She'll Never Forget This Moment

This Mom Of Two Never Had Make Up Done, Not Even For Her Wedding. She Said She'll Never Forget This Moment

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Jamilya From Dagestan Got Severely Burned When She Was Just 2,5 Years Old. Goar Paid For The Tickets From Dagestan So That She Could Have Her Confidence Boosted

Jamilya From Dagestan Got Severely Burned When She Was Just 2,5 Years Old. Goar Paid For The Tickets From Dagestan So That She Could Have Her Confidence Boosted

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Rosa Kim
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I feel as if the hair, although less drastic than the makeup, also plays a big part in the makeover

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i actually find her just beautiful as she is. The makeup makes her look so much older..it is tough to have such big scars in the face, but she is pretty even though

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sharron lynn parsons
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Personally, I would also like to see a makeover with a soft touch, not so dramatic. The lady has very nice features . Be happy !

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djinnjeannie
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How is affirming that your natural self isn’t good enough “confidence boosting”

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Aubrie Allen
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She is so beautiful! Inside and out. This chick rock socks, without the make up.

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Aish Siva
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Honestly..........I know she has scars but I feel like it gives her face character and she's not even the least bit ugly. I hope she finds a lot of confidence in her looks.

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Moomooz
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think they could've just fixed up the hair and she'd look beautiful. No need for all that makeup but still looks great

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Barley Wheets
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fake RETOUCHED photo on the right .. to many discrepancies.. !!

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Peter Rumancek
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She looks more like a transvestite with all the make up on. She has beautiful eyes and they get lost in this so called make over. And what's with the eyebrows? Too much, way too much.

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Robert Williamson
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You know that the makeup artist does this for free to boost the confidence of victims and this woman seems to be the victim of an acid attack. Are you also aware that the publication needs the makeup artists permission and in turn, she will get the permission of these women? As they agreed to having their image used they will almost certainly see this and read the comments. I hoping you didn't realise this and leave this comment anyway. if you have any decency remove it.

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Robert Williamson
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So why say anything? I really wonder what is wrong with people like you. If you read the introduction this makeup artist does this for free to try and boost the confidence of women that have suffered something terrible that has left them disfigured or are suffering from skin cancer etc. If you "seriously dislike," how she looks with her scarring and after a makeover what on earth would possess you to post that online? In case you do not understand how this works, the publication needs the makeup artist's permission to post her work. In turn, the makeup artist will ask these women if they are happy to have their pictures in this publication. As they are not celebrities in many publications they will almost certainly look this up and read the comments. This woman has gone through something horrific, either a fire or but probably an acid attack. The makeup artist is trying to boost her confidence which may be completely shattered and then she reads your comment. I urge you to remove it.

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Right After The Transformation Julia Went To The Hospital For Her Chemo Treatment. She And Her Husband Were Amazed With The Results

Right After The Transformation Julia Went To The Hospital For Her Chemo Treatment. She And Her Husband Were Amazed With The Results

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Mimis Nachbarin
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She still is beautiful without the make up and her hair (left picture). She "just" looks tired, concerned and less happy.

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Lily Went Through Two Skin-Transplant Operations Because Of Her Birthmark. Goar Succeded In Covering Up Her Scars To Make Her Feel Gorgeous On The Inside And Out

Lily Went Through Two Skin-Transplant Operations Because Of Her Birthmark. Goar Succeded In Covering Up Her Scars To Make Her Feel Gorgeous On The Inside And Out

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Kate Has A Very Sensitive Skin, A Lot Of Moles And A Big Scar. She Was Amazed With The Transformation

Kate Has A Very Sensitive Skin, A Lot Of Moles And A Big Scar. She Was Amazed With The Transformation

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Perfectly shaped features. A very pretty woman. If I knew her I'd recommend laser resurfacing to her. I used to perform laser on people and it works very very well. It's amazing.

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Goar Saw This Woman Unexpectedly And Wanted To Give Her A Make Up Transformation She Would Not Forget

Goar Saw This Woman Unexpectedly And Wanted To Give Her A Make Up Transformation She Would Not Forget

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Vlada Had 15 Eye Operations And Really Dreamed To Have A Make Up Transformation

 Vlada Had 15 Eye Operations And Really Dreamed To Have A Make Up Transformation

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Whatever she needs to help her feel more confident is a wonderful thing. You look amazing girlfriend!! Guys, be mindful of judging these women please. It's an article about transformation so allow them to transform into themselves.

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Ann Has Alopecia And This Transformation Made Her Feel More Motivated To Fight It

Ann Has Alopecia And This Transformation Made Her Feel More Motivated To Fight It

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Jekaterina Has Stage 4 Cancer, But Does Not Plan On Giving Up. Goar Decided To Give Her A Transformation As A Fresh Breath Of Positivity

Jekaterina Has Stage 4 Cancer, But Does Not Plan On Giving Up. Goar Decided To Give Her A Transformation As A Fresh Breath Of Positivity

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The negative comments in this beautiful post make me angry because a lot of this women are going thru hard battles like cancer, and sometimes when you are in the dark a little of sun shine helps you. So please stop the negative comments and focus on the stories behind this beautiful women. This woman is battling stage 4 CANCER say something positive!!!

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Goar Want's To Prove That "Every Woman Is A Hollywood Star". She Went To Tashkent To Give Transformations In Her Hotel Room And This Was One Of The Clients

Goar Want's To Prove That "Every Woman Is A Hollywood Star". She Went To Tashkent To Give Transformations In Her Hotel Room And This Was One Of The Clients

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Goar Laid Out A Video With A Transformation And Asked Subscribers Who Would Like To Have One Too. She Got The Response From Svetlana Who Wanted A Big Change After Chemotherapy

Goar Laid Out A Video With A Transformation And Asked Subscribers Who Would Like To Have One Too. She Got The Response From Svetlana Who Wanted A Big Change After Chemotherapy

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Ana Fuentes
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The negative comments in this beautiful post make me angry because a lot of this women are going thru hard battles like cancer, and sometimes when you are in the dark a little of sun shine helps you. So please stop the negative comments and focus on the stories behind this beautiful women.

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Having Perfect Make-Up Includes Complicated Techniques. This One Is Called "Cut Crease"

Having Perfect Make-Up Includes Complicated Techniques. This One Is Called "Cut Crease"

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Harem Look On A Model With Acne-Prone Skin

Harem Look On A Model With Acne-Prone Skin

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Ana Fuentes
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The negative comments in this beautiful post make me angry because a lot of this women are going thru hard battles like cancer, and sometimes when you are in the dark a little of sun shine helps you. So please stop the negative comments and focus on the stories behind this beautiful women. I had severe acne grown up and let me tell you if someone had at least help me to have a smooth face for a night like prom, it would have been amazing!!!

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Marina Is Fighting Breast Cancer. Goar Decided To Support Her With This Transformation And Give Positive Emotions

Marina Is Fighting Breast Cancer. Goar Decided To Support Her With This Transformation And Give Positive Emotions

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Pretty smile, pretty eyes - before and after. You got this, Marina! P.S. pink looks good on you.

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Goars' Mom Came At Night To Her To Get A Look For The Last Day Of School Of Her Son Albert, Who's Graduating

Goars' Mom Came At Night To Her To Get A Look For The Last Day Of School Of Her Son Albert, Who's Graduating

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Ehren Thomsen
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is one of the best, the end result is radical, yet she doesn't look like she had that much make-up.

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Many Women Feel More Confident, One Of Them Is Naira

Many Women Feel More Confident, One Of Them Is Naira

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The negative comments in this beautiful post make me angry because a lot of this women are going thru hard battles like cancer, and sometimes when you are in the dark a little of sun shine helps you. So please stop the negative comments and focus on the stories behind this beautiful women.

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Goar Talked Her Grandmother Into Having A Transformation For The First Time In 9 Years. Her Smile Says It All

Goar Talked Her Grandmother Into Having A Transformation For The First Time In 9 Years. Her Smile Says It All

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She Also Does Everyday Make Up, Highlighting Natural Beauty

She Also Does Everyday Make Up, Highlighting Natural Beauty

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Sania Was Dreaming For 3 Years Of Her Transformation. "On The Day Of Flight From Almaty To Moscow I Managed To Make One Woman’s Dream Come True"

Sania Was Dreaming For 3 Years Of Her Transformation. "On The Day Of Flight From Almaty To Moscow I Managed To Make One Woman’s Dream Come True"

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Goar Has Many Students And Teaches How To Do Perfect Make-Up

Goar Has Many Students And Teaches How To Do Perfect Make-Up

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The contouring is amazing it does not just bring out the eyes but those wonderful cheekbones.

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Make Up Transformation On Oily Skin

Make Up Transformation On Oily Skin

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"I've Been Dreaming For A Long Time To Do Make-Up To A Girl With Such Loo"

 "I've Been Dreaming For A Long Time To Do Make-Up To A Girl With Such Loo"

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Christine
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Again with the eye color change, it's kinda weird? She's pretty with black eyes!

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This Wonderfull Woman Got A Truly Amazing Transformation

This Wonderfull Woman Got A Truly Amazing Transformation

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Trying To Find The Strongest Facial Feature In Every Girl

Trying To Find The Strongest Facial Feature In Every Girl

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Emily Hisel
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

you too!? she looks better in the before picture! natural beauty! *sigh*

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Every Client Comes With A Different Story And Makes Every Make-Up Memorable

Every Client Comes With A Different Story And Makes Every Make-Up Memorable

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Irina Got All Her Wrinkles Reduced With Make Up So Much, They're Barely Visible

Irina Got All Her Wrinkles Reduced With Make Up So Much, They're Barely Visible

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Helga Kelly-Nagy
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

why when it makes you feel beautiful, foundation does not harm your skin and washes off. What it does for these women is longer lasting

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Goar Even Does Make-Up For Her Family Members. This Is Her Beautiful Mom

Goar Even Does Make-Up For Her Family Members. This Is Her Beautiful Mom

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Goar Likes To Show Difference Before And After The Transformation. This One Was Made In Tanzania

Goar Likes To Show Difference Before And After The Transformation. This One Was Made In Tanzania

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Long Hidden Features Become Barely Noticeable

Long Hidden Features Become Barely Noticeable

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