Nelly London took to Instagram to show her tens of thousands of followers how simple it is to change your figure using an editing method; people congratulated her for exposing the 'lie.'
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You may believe that influencers and models on Instagram appear to be 'perfect,' making many people feel inferior when they compare their bodies to those they see online.
However, body-positive influencer Nelly London has demonstrated that what you see on social media isn't always accurate.
The brunette beauty has explained that manipulating a photo with a 'simple' editing program that is freely available only takes a few moments.
Even though Nelly does not reveal the app's name, she claims it is incredibly "convincing" when fabricating a "lie" online.
The influencer can be seen wearing lacy black underwear in a video with her 466,000 Instagram followers.
She can pinch her legs and armpits, hips, and waist using the gadget, and she even managed to adjust the size of her belly button.
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The size of Nelly's boobs was subsequently increased, and the stretch marks on her hips were entirely removed.
The influencer smoothed her body to complete the "lie," making her skin appear beautiful and silky smooth.
Nelly explained in the caption: "5 minutes, that's how long it took me to manipulate this image, and I did it pretty well.
"It's not glaringly obvious that the image has been altered without seeing the original; that's how easy it is to create a lie online.
"It's quick, it's easy, the software is easily accessible, and it's pretty convincing."
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She urged her followers: "I know we all know it by now, but seriously, don't compare yourself to the things you see online. It's probably not real."
Many individuals took to the comments section to express their surprise at how simple and subtle the editing is and to praise Nelly for being so "transparent."
One person commented: "I needed to see this today, babe! You are bloody incredible."
Another user added: "Fabulous post, thank you!"
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While a third user voiced: "Holy s***, I'm so naive. I bet all the influencers, well most are doing this to us."
Someone else noted: "Your transparency with how the industry is and beauty is so admirable! No need for retouching here!"
Meanwhile, a fifth person expressed: "It's shocking how easy it is."