Extreme makeover

All changes are good - they are what help us escape monotony and make our lives more interesting. They don't have to be big - sometimes as much as a new pair of shoes, trying out a new restaurant or even a new haircut can be more than enough to change things up a little.

Look at all of these ugly ducklings turning into swans :D

Russian Stylist Shows How Ordinary People Can Dramatically Improve Their Looks With Simple Changes

it sure made a difference

Look at all of these ugly ducklings turning into swans :D

The twenty-second cycle of America's Next Top Model kicks off August 5. And in honor of those episodes that you can always count on for major drama, we're taking a look back at the most jaw-dropping makeovers, including some that left the contestants emotional wrecks.

A new haircut may not only change your appearance, but also your mood. It’s especially thrilling to go to a hairstylist if you decide to chop your long hair off. The women that had long hair for years and then decided to get a bob or a pixie cut know the feeling.

Makeup Isn't Just A Tool For Beauty, But For Empowerment As Well

These are some incredible make up transformations!

"Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" was a show with heart, known for rebuilding the homes of families in need. #extremekaeover #realitytv

Ty Pennington got his humble start in television as the hunky carpenter with an eye for design on TLC's Trading Spaces in the early 2000s. While he gained notable attention in that role, he skyrocketed to fame for his work as host of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, winning not only numerous awards, but also critical acclaim for the philanthropic mission around the show (which was directly tied to Pennington). #celebs

Mounir is the master of hair transformations

Riga-based stylist Konstantin Bogomolov gives people stunning makeovers and you'll hardly recognize them in the 'after' pics.

it sure made a difference

Some really awesome makeovers...

Whether we like to admit it or not, we all know that there is a connection between looking good and feeling good. Stepping out into the world with our best faces on can give us a powerful sense of confidence, a self-esteem boost that can benefit many aspects of our lives - from our social interactions to how we go about our jobs.