Makeover

A makeover ( English for embellishment, re-styling, thorough change) describes the professional change in the external appearance of a person. In the simplest case, this can be achieved by a new hairstyle , hair coloring , cosmetics or new clothes. In more severe cases, plastic surgery , liposuction , tummy tuck , teeth whitening , veneers and contact lenses that "change" the color of the eyes .

Most of the time, a makeover is done in order to be more suitable for going out, to look more attractive or to make a type change.

Further uses of the term

An image makeover describes a person's image change .

Furthermore, renovation work and cosmetic repairs on buildings are referred to as makeovers in the English-speaking world .

A makeunder is the exact opposite of a makeover, namely that the person concerned should have a more natural appearance.