Makeover Shows Professional Person Change Individual's Physical Appearance

Many people are "fascinated" (very interested in) by makeover TV shows where they can see before and after "shots" (photographs) or "footage" (recorded video) of an individual's physical appearance after professional "stylists" (professionals who give advice and help someone with his or her appearance) have "had their way" (been able to do what they want).

In one show called What Not to Wear, the hosts "criticize" (say bad things about) an individual's clothing, hair, and makeup. Then they give that person a certain amount of money to be spent on new clothes in two days. The cameras "are still rolling" (continue to record) while that person goes shopping and the hosts help him or her buy more fashionable clothes. Then professional stylists change the person's hair and makeup, and the individual "models" (shows what the clothes look like) the new "outfits" (pieces of clothing that are designed to be worn together) for everyone to see.

Other shows, like Extreme Makeover, are more "extreme" (taking something very seriously). In that show, the participants "engage in" (becoming involved in) exercise programs, nutrition programs, and "plastic surgery" (surgery to make one more beautiful) to change their physical appearance. Friends and family members are not allowed to see the person until the end of the show, and then they are "shocked" (very surprised) by the "dramatic" (very big and involving strong emotions) transformation.

Some makeover shows aren't for people, but instead are for homes. Many shows have professional "interior designers" (people whose job is to decorate homes) change the appearance of a single room or an entire home, usually with a "tight budget" (with a small amount of money). The owner usually isn't allowed to see the work "in progress" (while it is happening) and instead is brought in after everything has been finished.