What a difference hair and makeup professionals make!

Like all females, I find it hard not to compare my physical appearance to others - especially those in the media.

I think it's super important that more ladies (especially young girls and teenagers) see photos like these, of Victoria's Secret model Alassandra Ambrosio, for a quick reality check.

Before:

After (on the left):

And the moral of the story - hugely successful international models don't wake up looking like hugely successful international models! At least, not to the layman.