# Virtual Slimming Tools The 'Weight Mirror' Makes You Appear Thinner in Photographs By Pearl | Published 2009-03-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-slimming-tool-weight-mirror-makes-you-thinner-in-photographs References: [labnol.org](http://www.labnol.org/internet/pictures/look-thin-slim-in-photographs/7655/) & [www0.modiface](http://www0.modiface.com/weightmirror/) First impressions count, so your [online photos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whatscrop-tool) have to look good, right? The **Weight Mirror** is a free online tool which lets you slim photos of yourself, shaving off as much as 50 lbs! No dieting or Photoshop skills are required! This is so you will look good on MySpace, [Facebook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexi-ai) or any other social media site you are on. All you have to do is upload a picture of yourself, locate the face, and the software produces a series of photos with progressively slimmer photos of you. You get to pick which virtually thinner version you like best. Shown here are the results from a test upload by [Digital Inspirations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-minimalist). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Virtual Slimming:** As demand for more attractive online photos increases, there's an opportunity for companies to develop more advanced virtual slimming tools using AI and machine learning technology. - **Blemish Removal:** Similar technology could be applied to blemish removal, opening up opportunities for the development of virtual skincare tools. - **Virtual Makeovers:** Virtual slimming and blemish removal tools could be integrated into broader virtual makeover platforms that allow for customizable makeup and hair styling. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Photo Editing Software:** Opportunities exist for photo editing software companies to integrate virtual slimming and blemish removal tools into their existing platforms. - **Social Media Platforms:** Social media platforms could invest in the development of virtual makeover functionalities to increase user engagement. - **Beauty and Cosmetics Industry:** Companies in the beauty and cosmetics industry could leverage virtual makeover technology to enhance online customer experiences and increase sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Body-Scanning Weight Loss Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/methreesixty.md) - [AI Headshot Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mynewlook.md) - [AI Fashion Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtualfit.md) - [In-App Face Swaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swapmyface.md) - [AI Portrait Enhancers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mimicphoto.md) - [Photo-Based Calorie Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mealschat.md) - [Instant Virtual Fitting Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heybeauty-ai-tryon-copilot.md) - [Brand Name Visualizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/does-this-make-my-brand-look-fat.md) - [Meal-Scanning Calorie Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snap.md)