An optical illusion has baffled viewers, as those with less-than-perfect vision claim they can spot a haunting figure of a woman within the image.
Optical illusions often spark debates and fascination.
This latest illusion, however, has left some unsettled.
At first glance, the image depicts two young girls in a tranquil woodland scene. One is a blonde girl facing her brunette companion, who appears to be looking downward.
It seems like an innocent moment between friends, yet for those whose vision isn’t crystal clear, something much eerier emerges.
Nearsighted fam: take your glasses off and pull your phone away from you eyes. Look at the blonde girl. pic.twitter.com/RTcmBxEsp5
— The Redheaded libertarian (@TRHLofficial) August 27, 2023
People with blurry vision report seeing an unnerving old woman hidden in the image.
On social media, reactions have ranged from shock to disbelief.
“Well, that was nightmare fuel. Thanks for ruining my sleep,” one person commented.
Another wrote: “I think my contacts are too good because all I see are two girls. Not sure what everyone else is seeing.”
A third simply said: “FREAKED ME OUT.”
The eerie face can be spotted by squinting at the blonde girl.
Her face creates the illusion of a forehead, while shadows in her hair and beneath her chin form the eyes.
Further details, like her hairline and shirt creases, outline the nose and mouth, resulting in the ghostly visage of a pale, aged woman.
Here’s a cheat for those who can’t see it. pic.twitter.com/JM30jmeMI9
— Will (@Willacrz) August 28, 2023
For those struggling to see it, an edited version has circulated online to make the hidden face more apparent, with the haunting effect remaining just as disturbing.
Even after understanding the optical illusion, their unsettling nature of the woman lingers, proving how our perception can play tricks on us.
