Artificial Intelligence Driven Skin Analysis Tool: Current Trends in Cosmetic and Cosmeceuticals

Abstract

Dermatology has advanced significantly over the past decade thanks to the application of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. These technologies are being adopted for a variety of purposes, including screening, diagnosis, treatment, and outcome prediction. The majority of earlier systematic reviews in this field focused on medical dermatology in order to identify and treat severe skin conditions including skin cancer. Nevertheless, there hasn’t been a thorough analysis of the use of AI in cosmetic dermatology, which aims to improve skin diseases for aesthetic reasons. Therefore, this systematic review article’s goal is to examine the current and recently conducted research on AI applications in cosmetic dermatology.

Introduction

Since ancient times, the desire for beauty and a healthy appearance has been a significant aspect of human culture, increasingly linked to social and professional acceptance. The cosmetic industry, especially the rapidly growing segment of cosmeceuticals—products blending cosmetics and pharmaceuticals—focuses on improving skin health with active therapeutic ingredients. The use of cosmetics has expanded dramatically, with innovation driven by younger consumers and societal emphasis on appearance.

Skin is a dynamic organ prone to various conditions such as acne, rosacea, wrinkles, and pigmentation issues, often requiring a combination of treatments. Proper skincare and prevention are essential, and cosmeceuticals play a key role alongside medical treatments and cosmetic procedures.

Customized skincare routines necessitate accurate skin analysis. Various tools—like dermatoscopes, Wood’s lamps, confocal microscopy, and AI-powered technologies—help diagnose and monitor skin conditions. AI-based skin analysis uses deep learning to evaluate skin traits and suggest personalized care, offering benefits like improved accuracy, accessibility, personalization, and continuous monitoring.

Applications of AI in dermatology include teledermatology, consumer skincare, and clinical diagnostics. However, challenges remain in data privacy, algorithm accuracy, and regulatory hurdles. Despite these issues, AI-powered skin analysis is poised for growth, with ongoing collaboration between developers and dermatologists critical to ensuring safe and effective advancements.

Conclusion

Artificial intelligence (AI)-powered skin analysis tools are a major development in dermatology, providing creative approaches to skin evaluation and maintenance. Even if there are still obstacles to overcome, these technologies represent an exciting new frontier in the pursuit of improved skin health because of the potential advantages for both patients and medical practitioners. Our comprehension of and capacity to take care of our skin will advance along with technology.[6]

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Copyright

Copyright © 2025 Ms. Priyanka Godase, Ms. Ketakee More, Ms. Arti Gadade, Mr. Nitin Gawai, Ms. Priyanka Kotwal. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.