16 photos of people who turned from "ugly ducklings" into splendid swans

1. Never give up!

2. "I've learned a lot since I was 9 ..."

3. "I swear it's me, always the same person: at 17 and 23 years!"

4. "A car hit me in school and I lost some teeth. Look now I can finally smile"

5. "I was often bullied. I have had to struggle with anorexia and other psychological problems, but now I feel I have improved a lot. Here I was 13, and pictured on the right at 20"

6. "I found an old photo from when I went to school ... 14 vs 29 years!"

7. "14 vs 24 years: I have to say I'd wear that Hawaiian shirt again!"

8. Three years later ... a different person!

9. There is always a big difference between 15 and 21 years

10. Life begins at 40!

11. Contact lenses, braces, thicker eyebrows ... all things that make a difference: 11 years vs 20!

12. "I wore braces, treated my acne and learned how to wear make-up. When I was young they made fun of me and I felt very lonely for this reason. I think that all of this influenced my development and determined the person that I am now. Remember to be kind "

13. Twenty years later she is a completely different person! 11 years vs 31 years

14. "From 14 to 19 ... I would say the difference is remarkable"

15. 7 years can really make a difference

16. BONUS: "I looked like Peter Griffin at 13!"