AI skin analysis? It sounded like the perfect opportunity to learn more about my skin and hone my skincare routine. “Our analyser instantly captures your face and analyses your skin, revealing key concerns with accuracy,” cosmetologist Anju Martin explains as I pull my hair back and position my face on a tabletop kiosk-type device in front of a camera. I shut my eyes, an absolute calm follows and in the next few minutes, the result is out.

I am at Advanced Grohair and Gloskin Clinic on Avinashi Road staring at my skin on a monitor. “According to the AI analysis, your skin is healthy; however, a little extra care can help you achieve a glowing skin,” explains Anju as she goes over a number of slides that capture my skin health at various levels. The surface detection identifies issues visible on the skin’s outer layer, such as acne, dark spots, and dryness. A deep detection throws light on moisture, and assesses issues like wrinkles, pores, and the presence of collagen or elastin loss.