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Lifestyle content ideas from 3,136 viral TikToks & Reels

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A woman is shown in a bathroom, holding a hairdryer and brush to style her hair. The text overlay suggests she is trying to not let on that something is happening.

x11.9

13,416 views

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A sunny beach scene with a woman and a young child. The woman is kneeling in the shallow water, wearing a white bikini, and has her arms raised in the air. A young child, wearing a blue swimsuit, stands nearby with arms raised. The water is a vibrant turquoise, and the sand is light-colored. The sky is blue, with white waves in the background.

x5.31

761,709 views

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The image is a medium shot, featuring a woman with dark, tightly styled hair. She is centered and looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression. She is wearing a light-colored, spaghetti-strap top that emphasizes her bare arms. The background consists of walls and doorways within a room, suggesting a casual setting – the composition focuses on the woman’s upper body, creating a close-up effect.

x2.00

5,581 views

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A woman stands in a room, the focal point. She wears a light-colored spaghetti-strap top and white pants. She has dark hair, standing in a fluffy afro. In the background, a map is on the wall, and other decorations give the room a homey feeling.

x2.51

6,997 views

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The cover image shows a young Black woman in a tank top addressing the camera while holding a white cylindrical tube. She has dark, curly hair and is positioned in front of a wall adorned with various paintings and artwork. The background includes a bed, adding to the casual setting.

x2.07

5,759 views

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A woman is filming herself in what appears to be a bathroom, holding a hair straightener. Text overlays the image, partially obscured by the woman and her hair. She wears a black tank top and has tattoos on her arm. The background is generic and the lighting appears to be from overhead.

x95.0

96,716 views

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The cover image shows a woman posing in an elaborate, golden outfit, holding a lipstick. She wears a golden crown and large earrings. The background is a gradient of purple and white hearts, with a white square in the upper center, displaying the number 5.

x7.56

361,744 views

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The cover image features a young Black man in a close-up shot. He is wearing a navy blue baseball cap and a maroon jacket over a blue shirt. Above him, white text on a black background states, "Looksmaxxers underestimate swag." Below him, the text "Just swagmaxx bro" is visible in white text on a black background.

x2.58

6,825 views

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A selfie-style shot featuring a young woman inside a car. The woman, with light skin and blonde hair, looks towards the camera. She is wearing a grey hoodie and a seatbelt is visible across her torso. Text overlayed on the image says 'Maturing is realizing you actually don't need an $8 drink on your way to everything'. The composition is framed from the chest up, concentrating on her face and upper body, with the car's interior serving as the environment.

x4.73

994,033 views

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The image features a close-up view of a round container filled with dark soil, with a decorative red and gold rim. Overlaid on the soil is a text overlay with the words \ NAVARATRI DAY 1 - DID YOU PLANT JAV FOR PROSPERITY?\ in a bright aqua font with a white outline. This conveys an inspirational message about Navratri.

x4.26

6,580 views

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A young woman with long, light brown hair is holding a hair dryer in front of her face giving the impression she is brushing her hair, with a neutral expression on her face. Behind the woman is a ceiling with recessed lighting, some of the room walls, and a window. The woman is wearing a white blouse. Text is added to the image which reads: POV: tu fais ton brushing pour pas qu'on capte que…

x120

94,316 views

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A portrait shot features a woman with reddish hair and fair skin, looking down with a slightly melancholic expression. The lighting is warm and orange, casting a gentle glow over her face and hair. The background is softly blurred, suggesting a close-up or intimate setting.

x2.99

11,985 views

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A close-up shot is focused on the lower part of a woman's face. Her lips, glossy and full, are puckered as if in a kiss. Her cheeks are flushed with a pink blush. Her eyes are partially visible with dark, long eyelashes. The camera angle is low, and the bright, plain background is a light color.

x13.4

2,706,811 views

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A young woman in a hockey jersey smiles to the side, the background is a hockey rink, she has a ponytail. She appears to be blowing a kiss.

x4.64

97,541 views

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A young woman with long blonde hair is shown brushing her teeth, looking towards the camera. The background includes a light green wall and part of a framed artwork. Overlayed text reads: 'A conversation some people are not ready to hear'.

x4.84

779,849 views

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A close-up shot of a woman's face, slightly angled from the right, with focused lighting. She has large, expressive brown eyes, outlined with makeup, and is wearing large-framed glasses. Her curly, dark hair is visible on the right side of the frame. She is wearing a patterned shirt with yellow, purple, and brown details. The background is out of focus.

x9.31

177,296 views

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A woman with blonde hair in a half-up style is in a room with large windows. Natural light floods the space. She is wearing a patterned top, and her hands are clasped near her face. The background reveals a view of trees and sky.

x2.77

65,066 views

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The cover image displays a laptop screen with a blurred background image reminiscent of a watercolor painting. On the screen, there are various app icons, with the main text overlayed asking "which one should I go with?". Below the screen, a keyboard is clearly visible.

x113

505,136 views

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A woman in a pink dress with a swan design stands in front of a flower market, holding a purple pom-pom-like object and an object that she appears to be eating or about to eat. The background shows rows of colorful flowers and a transparent structure overhead.

x1.12

17,210 views

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A selfie-style video shows a fair-skinned man holding the skin of his neck. He has wavy, dark hair and is wearing a navy blue top and a safety vest. The text overlay reads: pov: you cut out sugar.

x2.78

21,471 views

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The image shows a grey hoodie folded and placed on a patterned surface. The background has a repeating brown and beige pattern that resembles a leopard or giraffe pattern. The hoodie is the focal point, with folds and shadows creating texture and depth. The overall composition suggests a casual, possibly cozy setting.

x2.83

17,924 views

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The cover image shows a bed fully made and decorated for fall. The bed is the focal point, with a dark wooden headboard behind it. The bedding includes white quilted comforter, pumpkin-colored pillows, and an orange throw towards the bottom of the bed. Warm, orange-toned string lights are draped around the headboard and at the top of the frame. The text overlay describes the scene as a fall bedroom in the fall. The overall tone is cozy and inviting.

x5.33

5,114 views

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Close-up shot of a person with dark hair styled in small, twisted sections on top of their head. They are looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression, slightly pursing their lips. They have a nose ring and dark eyes. The background is a solid, light teal color. The person is wearing a black tank top.

x85.0

241,622 views

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A low-angle shot features an individual looking upwards with the top of a building or structure visible above. The person is wearing a hooded sweatshirt, and a sunbeam shines from the left, creating highlights and shadows on the face and clothing. The composition is framed from the chest up.

x7.10

5,358 views

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The image displays a woman standing in her walk-in closet, which is filled with shoes and accessories. The woman is wearing a black robe and a headscarf. The text overlay reads 'Vlog Life With Mrs O'

x10.7

81,056 views

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A person with long black hair walks away from the camera on a sidewalk. The person wears a gray top and black pants. Buildings and parked cars are behind the figure.

x7.59

33,866 views

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A middle-aged man with glasses is the focal point, his face close and centered. His expression is serious, with his tongue touching his lips. He's wearing a black shirt with an image, and the background has some visible indoor elements. The lighting seems natural.

x37.3

286,509 views

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A close-up, textured image of sand. The sand appears light beige and is shaped into gentle, undulating waves or dunes. The lighting suggests sunlight, casting soft shadows that follow the curves of the sand, highlighting the texture and creating depth.

x1.78

53,042 views

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The image is a close-up selfie taken from a low angle inside a car. A fair-skinned woman with blonde hair, styled with loose waves, is the focus. She is looking towards the camera with a slightly pursed expression. She wears a white tank top, and a gold ring and delicate necklace. The primary colors are light and natural. The lighting appears to be soft, likely from an overcast day. A text overlay reads, 'Me bc look different every week.'

x2.54

534,063 views

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The cover image displays a journal held open, with a woman's hand on the edge. White text reading 'JOURNAL MEMÓRIAS' are in white overlaid on the journal with a subtle marble design.

x4.84

5,942 views

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A woman in a pink top poses for the camera with her hair styled down. The text overlay suggests the video addresses hair fall solutions.

x2.92

39,021 views

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An eye-level night shot captures a vibrant Christmas market scene. The frame showcases a street or walkway adorned with twinkling star-shaped lights suspended overhead, leading the eye towards the brightly lit entrance, reading 'Christkindlmarkt'. Several individuals are present, navigating the market.

x25.6

180,238 views

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Hooks that worked in Lifestyle

  1. Live your life!

    @lifeonfilm.27 · 1.3M views · viral factor x1.3M

  2. Getting back to a routine

    @do.habits · 66M views · viral factor x193K

  3. being stressed then remembering my app that lets me make to do lists

    @do.habits · 56M views · viral factor x162K

  4. The snow that got schools in Georgia canceled:

    @kenywenny_ · 40K views · viral factor x40K

  5. A 16 for her 16th!

    @apschertz · 8.5M views · viral factor x10K

  6. "FLOW OF BODY"

    @returnhomenor · 33M views · viral factor x10K

  7. Lost My Air Pods

    @findmyairpodsbickster · 17M views · viral factor x8,330

  8. Chillguyday, May 12 75:04

    @wallpiics · 53M views · viral factor x7,262

  9. How To Grow Your Boobs

    @revengeofthegoodgirl · 7K views · viral factor x7,026

  10. I’m turning my emergency lights on and parking wherever.

    @mimimasalaa · 6.8K views · viral factor x6,865

Top creators in Lifestyle

  1. @umax.app (Instagram) · 73 videos · 12M views · best viral factor x35.6
  2. @fromtheinsideoutsoe (TikTok) · 44 videos · 83M views · best viral factor x2,792
  3. @hairloss.ai (Instagram) · 32 videos · 2.6M views · best viral factor x95.5
  4. @ladiesfragrances (TikTok) · 26 videos · 3.5M views · best viral factor x514
  5. @henryevr (TikTok) · 25 videos · 38M views · best viral factor x489
  6. @sunsafe.app (TikTok) · 25 videos · 24M views · best viral factor x385
  7. @returnhomenor (TikTok) · 23 videos · 40M views · best viral factor x10K
  8. @elegantglamspace (Instagram) · 23 videos · 14M views · best viral factor x438
  9. @curiosityquench (TikTok) · 22 videos · 1.7M views · best viral factor x176
  10. @thetoddgross (TikTok) · 21 videos · 18M views · best viral factor x1,044

Lifestyle videos by the numbers

The library has 3,136 viral Lifestyle videos from 954 creators: 2,843 TikToks and 293 Instagram Reels. The median video has 78K views, and the most viral reached a viral factor of x1.3M. The most used format is Selfie with Background, in 1,775 of them. Use them as Lifestyle content ideas: open any video for its hook, formats 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
3,136
Platforms
2,843 TikTok (91%), 293 Instagram Reels (9%)
Creators
954
Total views
3.2B (3,282,798,942)
Median views per video
78K
Median viral factor
x6.04
Highest viral factor
x1.3M

These figures cover all 3,136 videos in this list, not only the cards above.

Questions about Lifestyle videos

Which video formats work in Lifestyle?

In the Lifestyle videos in the library, the most used formats are Selfie with Background (1,775 videos), Face Close-Up (305) and Walking Shot (100).

What hooks work for Lifestyle videos?

The most viral hook in the Lifestyle videos in the library is “Live your life!” by @lifeonfilm.27 (viral factor x1.3M, 1.3M views), followed by “Getting back to a routine” (x193K). Every hook on this page links to its video.

How many views do viral Lifestyle videos get?

Across 3,136 videos, the median is 78K views, and together they have 3.2B views. The median viral factor is x6.04: the typical video got 6.04 times its creator's usual views.

Who are the top Lifestyle creators?

@umax.app (73 videos), @fromtheinsideoutsoe (44) and @hairloss.ai (32) have the most Lifestyle videos in the library.