Lad turns into 'new man' after haircut leaves people convinced it's not actually him
A trim or a fresh cut can often elevate your look to new heights.
Some individuals undergo such a dramatic change at the hands of their hairdresser or barber that they appear completely transformed. A Canadian barber has taken to TikTok to showcase how he dramatically altered his client's appearance with a haircut.
The barber, known as @mysterio.taperologist on TikTok, has amassed a following of 624,000 users on the social media platform. In his latest viral video, he demonstrates the "power of a haircut" with a stunning before-and-after reveal. Initially, the clip shows the client sporting long hair and glasses while seated in the barber's chair.
Moments later, the transformation is revealed and his glasses are gone as he's sporting a sleek, fresh cut with a neat fade at the sides. The caption of the TikTok post said: "Did I save his life?!" Additionally, the video captures the customer admiring his new look, clearly pleased with the outcome
The barber cleverly displays the results from every angle, much to the delight of TikTok users. He even lists the products used during the makeover towards the end of the footage, offering inspiration to viewers.
The video quickly went viral, racking up 3.7 million likes and over 24,200 comments. One user exclaimed: "Not the same person." Another commented: "Bro went from Abel to The Weeknd." While a third joked: "It's not the same guy."
Another individual remarked: "Bro's haircut gave him better vision." A fifth person asked: "Is this even the same person?" Meanwhile, further plaudits were directed at the barber for "saving too many lives". The skilled hair stylist routinely utilises his social media to showcase striking before and after transformations.
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