Picture Perfect: 10 FREE photo apps for creating the perfect selfie

After being proclaimed as Oxford's 2013 Word of the Year, 'selfie' is now catapulted to our vocabulary thanks to Merriam-Webster. Selfie, along with other widely used words like tweep, hashtag and catfish are now officially part of the latest edition of the Merriam-Webster dictionary.

And as the 'Selfie Capital of the World', the pressure to put out magnificent selfies is on! Here are 10 apps to help you make your selfies more fun and creative:

1. Frontback
   iOS | Android

Frontback is a fun photo app that uses your phone's back and front camera to add context to your selfie. Selfie on the beach? Share that gorgeous view with your friends using the back camera. Telling stories in a single photo is now easier with Frontback.
 

2. VSCO Cam
   iOS | Android

Create professional-looking photos with VSCO Cam's stunning array of presets and easy-to- navigate editing tool.
 

3. Split Pic
   iOS | Android

Create multiple shots in a single photo using Split Pic. Split Pic 'clones' you by dividing your camera into several sections. Want to show off that #OOTD? Split Pic is the perfect app for you.
 

4. TimerCam
   iOS

Want your selfies to look more like a stolen shot? (Admit it, we all want that “paparazzi” shot) Create perfectly timed “stolen” shots using TimerCam.
 

5. Insta photo mirror effect
   Android

Take your selfies to the next level by creating visual illusions using the Insta photo mirror effect app.
 

6. Selfie Cam
   iOS

Snap, edit, and decorate your photos easily using Selfie Cam's rotary dial-style control. Want to add more spunk to your photo? Decorate it using the app's collection of hipster stickers.
 

7. Camera360 Ultimate
   iOS | Android

Can't get enough of photo filters? Go crazy over Camera360's over 100 free filters! Aside from filters, the app also lets you edit and collage your photos making it an ideal app for selfie addicts.
 

8. PopAGraph
   iOS

Add 3D effects to your photos with PopAGraph. The app lets you isolate a particular area in your photo, and apply filters separate to the background to add a dramatic contrast.
 

9. Perfect365
   iOS | Android

Not a firm believer of #nofilter? No time for makeup and hair? This app is perfect for you! Magically glamorize your boring look with just a few taps on your phone with Perfect365.
 

10. Shots
    iOS

What better way to connect with your fellow selfie lover friends that by chatting with them using selfies? Shots lets you send real-time selfies to your friends using the Reply Shot feature. If you're a fan of #nofilter, this app is for you since it sends the photo right after you snap it. 
 

Photos from the App Store and Google Play