The Science Behind The Score

How we find your
perfect match.

We do not just guess what works. Our system looks at every ingredient, checks how the product performs, and compares it against the needs of different skin contexts.

01

Reading the Label

What's inside?

We look at every single ingredient on the back of the bottle. Our system figures out exactly what each ingredient does and how much of it is in the product, so nothing is hidden from you.

Looking closely...
NiacinamideMain Ingredient
Sodium HyaluronateHydrator
Ceramide NPBarrier Support
Salicylic AcidPore Cleanser
02

Safety Check

Is it safe for you?

We check every ingredient against the latest skin science. We look out for things that might cause allergies, irritate your skin, or harm the environment, making sure the product is truly safe to use.

Gentle on Skin Won't Clog Pores Fragrance-Free No Drying Alcohols
03

Deep Product Review

Looking at the big picture

Our team of smart digital helpers looks at the product from every angle. They check up to 30 different details like how moisturizing it is, how it feels on the skin, and if it might cause breakouts.

Performance Checker

Looks at the main ingredients to see if they actually do what they promise.

Safety Checker

Makes sure there is nothing inside that could irritate your skin or cause allergies.

Pore & Breakout Checker

Checks if the product might clog your pores or cause breakouts.

Hydration Checker

Measures how well the product moisturizes and protects your skin barrier.

Feel & Finish Checker

Looks at how the product feels on your skin, its texture, and if it plays well with others.

04

Your Personal Match

Made for your skin

A product that works for someone else might not work for you. We take everything we learned about the product and compare it to your unique skin type, age, and concerns to give you a personalized match score.

OilyAcne-ProneSensitive
92% Match
05

Doctor Approved

Real human experts

While our technology does the heavy lifting, human experts have the final say. Real skin doctors review our matching system to make sure our recommendations are safe, accurate, and trustworthy.

Doctor Verified

Approved by Dr. Sarah Jenkins, Dermatologist

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