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231 Before vs After video examples, with their hooks

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The cover image is split into two sections. The top half displays a close-up of red, glossy lips with a small section of a person’s face visible. A lipstick is held up to the lips. The bottom half shows the lips of an older person covered in red gloss, evoking a sense of beauty and transformation.

x5.41

458,052 views

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The image is a split picture, the left side depicts a loofa and a side profile illustration of a woman, the right side features a silicone body scrubber and another side profile illustration of a woman. The woman on the right is in dark silhouette.

x3.12

63,331 views

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The cover image is a split screen showcasing two versions of the character Wednesday Addams. On the left, from 1991, she is wearing a black and white striped blazer, matching skirt, white collared shirt and a black tie. Her hair is styled in two braids. On the right, from 2022, she is wearing a black corset-style top with a white lace collar, and her hair is in two braids with bangs. The background is blurred and dark, suggesting a cinematic setting.

x60.6

322,153 views

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The image shows a top-down shot of a wooden table with two croissants on the left side and a red lollipop on the right side. Separating the two sides is a white woven strip. Above the croissant is text that reads "450 kcal", which is the same as the lollipop. The overall layout is a comparison of food items, with calories labeled.

x8.45

18,642 views

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The cover image is a split screen showing two different scenarios. The top half displays a computer monitor with a trading chart, marked with red and green indicators over the price data, accompanied with the text "Trading Indicator". Below this screen is a representation of financial gain with the text "$9,756.10". The bottom half showcases a different monitor with a gaming interface, with a zero value representation "$0".

x2.19

12,188 views

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The image is a vertical infographic illustrating remedies for chapped lips. It features three sets of visuals. The top section shows a pair of pink lips, a jar of Vaseline, and a jar of honey, all labeled with their respective names. The bottom section shows three cartoon women in profile. The first is brunette, with a thought bubble with a brain in the shape of a brain over her knee. The second is a woman with black hair. The third is a woman with brain in the same shape as the one on the first woman but styled on her head. The background is white.

x8.42

1,112,211 views

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The cover image is split into two sections. The top half shows a woman and a young girl embracing, with the girl appearing to be hugging the woman's neck. The bottom half shows a person holding a phone, possibly taking a selfie. Text overlays are present on both the top and bottom halves.

x5.55

21,511 views

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A split-screen image showcasing vocal performances of two individuals, Rora and Ahyeon, with the text overlays indicating different vocal techniques, such as high notes and whistles. The layout features a clear division, with the videos of the singers on the top, and the videos with lyrics are on the bottom. The overall composition focuses on visual contrast.

x9.98

208,797 views

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The image is split down the center. On the left, a black and white image of a character wearing a hat and coat. On the right, a woman in a red dress, next to a microphone. Text overlays identify the characters as 'NOT SYNTH?' and 'SYNTH!'

x18.0

15,766 views

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A split-screen image showing two sets of plated food items. On the left, a bowl of popcorn labeled as 850kcal. On the right, a plate of carrots and chicken drumsticks, red tomatoes, cucumber slices, and slices of meat and a plate of peas and bacon, all labeled as 850kcal.

x3.56

355,129 views

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The image is a split view of a brain scan. On the left, a scan labeled 'Before' shows vivid red and yellow areas. On the right, a scan labeled 'After' displays a cooler palette, with green and some blue elements. Text is overlaid, providing a call to action.

x154

2,167,554 views

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The image features a split portrayal of Mike Tyson, transitioning from his younger, muscular form in black shorts to an older version in a dark suit. The background is blurry.

x7.46

84,428 views

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The image is a grid of four close-up shots of different parts of a person's body, likely a female. The shots show skin with stretch marks and subtle variations in lighting, highlighting the texture and form. The arrangement is simple, yet the close-up perspective directs the viewer's focus to the central subject matter. Text is overlaid on the image.

x11.3

1,523,176 views

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A top-down shot of a round wooden table. On the left, two croissants are placed. In the center, a long, gray textured strip runs vertically. On the right, a white bowl holds a pile of pink and yellow marshmallows, and a hand with a bracelet reaches towards the bowl.

x48.5

115,332 views

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The image is a collage of four sections showcasing different parts of a woman's body, all with a radiant, glowing effect. The top left shows a shoulder and angled neck, the top right shows legs from the knees down, the bottom left shows legs and feet, and the bottom right shows a back and shoulder. All the sections have an oily sheen effect. The text overlay "Want this?" appears at the top. The overall impression is of beauty and body care.

x4.02

607,799 views

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The image features two men in a hallway. On the left is dressed in a dark blue velvet blazer and black pants, and on the right is an elderly man wearing a long, light-grey robe with a white beard. The background has a blurred, warm-toned glow.

x35.6

402,374 views

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The cover image shows a split screen comparing two images of a woman. On the left, the woman is dressed in pink, and on the right she's dressed as Wednesday Addams. Below the split screen, text displays the title of the video with the branding for BeautyPlus app.

x148

1,596,616 views

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A composite aerial image showing a body of water connected to land, with shades of green and brown differentiating the varying terrains. The image is divided, with the left side showing a more barren landscape that transitions to lush tree growth on the right. Overlayed on the image are the words 'April 2020' above 'Before' and a location icon with the text 'Indonesia.' The bottom right corner displays the Treeapp logo.

x14.4

5,631 views

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A woman in a black dress is smiling, with balloons in the background. The text "The photo that made me lock in" is overlaid on the image.

x24.5

315,917 views

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The cover image is a top-down shot of a plate with healthy food. On the left is a clear container with chips, and the upper-left corner text reads "350kcal". The right side is divided into 6 sections by the lines on the plate, each containing different food items: shredded meat, green pasta, green vegetables, tomatoes, and a light brown food. The upper-right corner text reads "350kcal". The background is a plain white surface.

x14.4

503,311 views

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The image shows two iPhones side-by-side on a patterned brown and tan surface. The iPhone 16 Pro Max is on the left, encased in a clear case, and the iPhone 6 is on the right. Above the phones, bold white text reads "Прогресс за 10 лет поколений" (Progress in 10 years of generations). Below, the models are labelled.

x2.54

10,604 views

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A split image showing two different food arrangements labeled with 500kcal each. On the left, there's a plate of watermelon slices and a small container of colorful jelly beans. On the right is a tray filled with various foods including cucumbers, meat slices, chicken, red tomatoes, broccoli, grapes, and red cabbage.

x2.72

95,258 views

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A woman stands in profile at a gym, with her back to the camera. She is wearing a white sports bra and light pink leggings. Her blonde hair is pulled back. The background shows gym equipment and a mirrored wall.

x19.4

67,296 views

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The cover image is a vertical compilation showcasing different areas of a woman's face, highlighting purported imperfections. The top row shows the area around the mouth with labels. The subsequent rows show images of a woman, with labels and red circles denoting problem areas such as double chin, eye bags, and smile lines. The color palette varies, with images in neutral tones. The layout is clean and straightforward, with a clear focus on the 'before' aspects. It is designed to be informative.

x14.8

101,946 views

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The image is composed of a wooden texture background. In the center, a long, thin tree branch stands vertically. To the left, a white bowl contains yellow, wavy chips. Above it, the text "500kcal" is displayed. To the right, there is a group of three square wafers stacked next to a peach. Above the wafers, another "500kcal" text is placed.

x2.45

6,678 views

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The image shows a before-and-after weight loss transformation. The left side features a person in 2022 wearing casual clothes, looking thoughtful with their arms crossed. The right side shows a more confident person with a tattoo, dressed in a more revealing outfit, and smiling at an event or party. Text overlays indicate the years, 2022 me' and '2025 me'. The focus is on the contrast between the two versions of the person, highlighting the transformation.

x4.95

17,140 views

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The cover image showcases a woman's torso, with her abdominal area being the focal point. She is wearing a dark gray short-sleeved top, which she is lifting to reveal her midriff. The background is softly lit, likely an indoor setting, such as a bathroom or bedroom. The color palette is cool, with the woman's skin tone providing a warm contrast to the dark clothing. A small tattoo of a plant is visible on her hip.

x7.29

1,702,400 views

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An image with a black background and two brain scan images side-by-side. Above the images, the text asks if "My head hurts all the time...?" and suggests listening to a frequency to relieve a headache.

x14.8

231,629 views

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A person stands on a city street. The individual is the central focus, wearing a long coat and black pants. Behind them is a cafe with outdoor seating, and a street with a white line. A black and teal banner is superimposed over the image.

x3.02

65,381 views

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A top-down shot of a light wooden surface, likely a table or countertop. A wide, pale grey, textured object (possibly a placemat or segmented rope-like item) bisects the image vertically. On the left, a small ice cream bar on a stick. On the right, five different ice pops and bars are arranged. Above the treats, the text "250 kcal" is displayed on both sides of the vertical divider, and “VS.” is in the middle.

x73.5

386,428 views

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A split image shows a "BEFORE" photo of a man on the top left side, while the top right side gives editing options in a row. The bottom left side shows "AFTER" image, on top of a blue background. The "BEFORE" photo shows a man in a red and white striped shirt against some warm-toned background. The "AFTER" photo seems to have blurred effects along with the change of color.

x2.14

19,832 views

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The image shows a hand holding a beaker filled with a dark brown liquid, with a blob of a lighter brown substance pouring into it. A black and white bottle is pouring the substance. The background is a plain white surface.

x2.03

12,880 views

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Before vs After hooks that worked

  1. Little me just met little him 🥺

    @cloneaiapp · 18M views · viral factor x34K

  2. Remember this scene?

    @cloneaiapp · 26M views · viral factor x24K

  3. what 100 calories looks like

    @hitmeal_app · 20M views · viral factor x8,051

  4. 1,640 calories

    @hitmeal_app · 18M views · viral factor x7,221

  5. طريقه تلميع الفضه

    @ayaezzatorientalsilver · 862K views · viral factor x2,281

  6. RAW VS COOKED

    @fitia.app · 907K views · viral factor x1,840

  7. AI-Remade Ruby Gillman Teenage Kraken Trident Challenge to be better than Dreamworks🤩

    @picso_app · 6.4M views · viral factor x1,661

  8. Mewing + Avoiding mouth breathing

    @finn_265 · 11M views · viral factor x902

  9. Results > >

    @_hey.asthetix · 15M views · viral factor x782

  10. my desk in 1st year vs.

    @studywithtolu · 2.7M views · viral factor x738

Niches using Before vs After

Top Before vs After creators

  1. @calscanapp (TikTok) · 20 videos · 83M views · best viral factor x54.1
  2. @girlsglowtips (Instagram) · 20 videos · 47M views · best viral factor x38.7
  3. @strongermobileapp (Instagram) · 14 videos · 4.5M views · best viral factor x422
  4. @yazioapp (TikTok) · 9 videos · 780K views · best viral factor x111
  5. @officialglow_0 (Instagram) · 7 videos · 20M views · best viral factor x538
  6. @_hey.asthetix (Instagram) · 5 videos · 16M views · best viral factor x782
  7. @umax.app (Instagram) · 5 videos · 1.2M views · best viral factor x22.3
  8. @irisjadesmit (TikTok) · 4 videos · 7.7M views · best viral factor x374
  9. @luvly.app (TikTok) · 4 videos · 989K views · best viral factor x73.2
  10. @vibegenerator (TikTok) · 4 videos · 860K views · best viral factor x60.6

Before vs After by the numbers

The library has 231 viral Before vs After examples from 114 creators: 163 TikToks and 68 Instagram Reels. The median video has 159K views, and the most viral reached a viral factor of x34K. Fitness is the niche that uses it most, with 50 videos. Use them as references for your own Before vs After videos: open any video for its hook, niche and original post. Viral factor compares a video's views with its account's usual views: x10 means ten times the views that creator normally gets.

Viral videos in the library
231
Platforms
163 TikTok (71%), 68 Instagram Reels (29%)
Creators
114
Total views
384M (384,533,238)
Median views per video
159K
Median viral factor
x7.50
Highest viral factor
x34K

These figures cover all 231 videos in this list, not only the cards above.

Questions about Before vs After videos

Which niches use Before vs After the most?

Fitness (50 videos), Beauty Scanners (48) and Food & Drink (37) have the most Before vs After videos in the library.

What hooks work for Before vs After videos?

The most viral hook in the Before vs After videos in the library is “Little me just met little him 🥺” by @cloneaiapp (viral factor x34K, 18M views), followed by “Remember this scene?” (x24K). Every hook on this page links to its video.

How many views do viral Before vs After videos get?

Across 231 videos, the median is 159K views, and together they have 384M views. The median viral factor is x7.50: the typical video got 7.50 times its creator's usual views.

Who are the top Before vs After creators?

@calscanapp (20 videos), @girlsglowtips (20) and @strongermobileapp (14) have the most Before vs After videos in the library.