Remember when the Instagram app first debuted, featuring (*gasp*) built-inphoto filters? Taking a selfie, slapping on a filter such as X-Pro II or Valencia, posting it and reeling in tons of likes and comments was all too easy, not just on Instagram but across all social media platforms as a whole.

Today, it's a little bit different. It's not just filters—mobile phones, camera quality and app technology have developed over time to offer more and more people access to literally millions of photo-editing apps. Now, anyone with an internet connection can easily access and utilize a ton of creative and professional-quality editing tools—which now also means you have to do a little more than simply cropping and placing a filter on a photo to make it really stand out and depict the message you're trying to portray about yourself or your brand.

So say goodbye to boring, typical photos that won't make people look twice—here are six apps to take your selfies and #OOTD pics to the next level.

Many modern editing apps can seem overwhelming or daunting at first due to the sheer amount and abilities available, but they can be easily mastered by just spending some time messing around with features. It takes time to figure out how to edit a photo to portray the exact message, color or vibe you want it to, but it's well worth it if you want to start being creative with your content and make your profile stand out from the billions upon billions that already exist. So happy editing and, most importantly, have fun!