A young Nigerian man who recently relocated to the United Kingdom (UK) has set social media abuzz after sharing a video that revealed his stunning physical transformation.
The viral video showcased a striking contrast between his past look while living in Nigeria and his current appearance abroad, leading to widespread discussions online about the effects of climate, lifestyle, and environment on physical changes.
The man, identified on TikTok as @theonlyaustin1, uploaded the video as part of a trending "before and after" challenge, comparing how he looked before relocating to the UK with his present-day glow-up.
Before moving abroad, he had a noticeably darker complexion. However, after settling in the UK, his skin appeared significantly lighter, leading many netizens to speculate on the possible reasons for the drastic transformation.
Beyond the changes in his skin tone, the young man also showcased a revamped appearance, including a new hairstyle. He has now embraced dreadlocks, which further contributed to his refreshed and stylish look.
The video quickly went viral, drawing thousands of comments from netizens who shared mixed reactions. While some social media users admired his transformation and praised his glow-up, others speculated that the cool UK climate and reduced sun exposure played a role in his new appearance.
A Nigerian man currently residing in the UK, Julius Onyekwere, joined the conversation by offering an explanation for the noticeable change. He attributed the transformation to the stark contrast between Nigeria’s harsh tropical weather and the relatively mild climate in the UK.
“The weather here isn’t as hot as in Nigeria. The air is cooler, and the sun isn’t as intense. In fact, you can survive without applying sunscreen daily, unlike in Nigeria, where the heat and UV rays require constant skin protection,” he explained.
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As expected, the post generated a wave of reactions from TikTok and other social media platforms, with many Nigerians expressing their desire to relocate and experience a similar transformation. Some users joked about their own struggles with Nigeria’s hot weather, while others questioned whether skincare routines or lifestyle changes contributed to the drastic glow-up.
@JOSEPH said: “God abeg, I no wan die for Ikotun. This transformation is crazy.”
@Say hey to King Kelly commented: “Wetin una two go do for uncompleted building for first clip? 😂”
@MubyFX joked: “Make una gather money send me abroad, I promise you guys won’t be disappointed.”
@GiGi Nwa Mommy said: “God abeg, make I no die for Rumuodara, Port Harcourt. I need to japa too.”
@Bunny playfully asked: “Wait, how old are you before I talk wetin dey my mind?”
@Cherish added: “Since all of una dey beg God, make I beg my own. God abeg, I no wan die for Auchi.”
@Divine reacted: “The guy comot dis country come fresh! I gats comot too, even if na through night bus.”
@Runo said: “Dear followers, I reposted only because the transition was insane. Thank you.”
@Dabby commented: “I wanted to ask why this has so many likes till I saw the glow-up. Unreal!”
The transformation video continues to gain traction across multiple platforms, with many netizens expressing amusement, admiration, and curiosity about the factors behind such a drastic change.
See the viral post below:
@theonlyaustin19 [/p]
🤝😂 #viral #blowup #glowup
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