About Face Editor: AI Makeup Look
As someone who loves makeup but hates the cleanup, I downloaded Face Editor: AI Makeup Look on a whim. I was curious if a free app could actually help me visualize a bold new lip color or a different hairstyle before committing in real life. It’s developed by Amobear Application, and I went into it expecting a gimmick, but came out with some genuinely useful results for my beauty experiments.
Features & Highlights
The core feature here is the AI makeup application. You upload a selfie, and the tech maps your facial features to apply products. I was impressed by the skin tone matching for foundations and concealers; it suggested a shade that was eerily close to my real match. The makeup library is huge, with tons of lipstick colors and eyeshadow palettes. I spent a good twenty minutes just trying on outrageous glitter shadows I’d never dare wear out. The hairstyle try-on feature is a bit hit-or-miss—some bobs looked natural, while others had that obvious “pasted-on” effect. The before-and-after slider is a simple but fantastic tool. I used it to show my sister the dramatic difference a bold red lip made, convincing her to try one herself.
User Experience
My first session was a bit overwhelming with all the options, but the interface is clean. I tapped on “Lips,” scrolled through probably 50 shades, and tapped one to see it applied instantly. The realism varies; matte lipsticks look good, but some shimmery products can look a bit flat. The best moment was when I was getting ready for a wedding and used the app to test a smoky eye look. Seeing it on my own face gave me the confidence to recreate it. The app did crash once when I was applying multiple complex layers, which was frustrating mid-experiment. Loading new makeup categories or hairstyles can also be slow if your internet connection isn’t great.
Pricing
The app is completely free to download and use its core features. You can apply makeup, try hairstyles, and use filters without paying a cent. The catch? It’s ad-supported. You’ll see banner ads at the bottom and full-screen video ads every few actions, which can interrupt the flow. There are in-app purchases to remove ads or unlock “premium” makeup collections, but I found the free library so extensive that I never felt pressured to buy. For a zero-cost tool, it offers tremendous value for casual play.
Updates & Support
I’ve had the app for a few months and have seen a couple of updates that added new seasonal makeup collections (like a “Fall Glam” set), which was a nice surprise. The app itself doesn’t have a built-in help desk. I had a minor issue where an eyeshadow wouldn’t apply correctly, and my only recourse was to check the developer’s page on the Play Store. There’s no direct contact for support, which is typical for free apps but something to be aware of if you run into a major bug.
Security & Privacy
I downloaded it from the official Google Play Store. The app requires several permissions, including access to your camera and photo gallery—which is necessary for it to function. Its privacy policy states that photos are processed on their servers to apply the AI effects. This gave me pause, so I only use photos where I’m comfortable with that data transfer. I didn’t create an account, which limited some social sharing features but felt safer. The ads are pervasive and likely involve some tracking, so if you’re privacy-conscious, that’s a significant trade-off for the free access.
