THE WHAT? Google has launched a palette of 10 skin tones that it says will help facial recognition software providers to better represent people with darker skin tones, according to a report published by Reuters.
THE DETAILS The Monk Skin Tone Scale, as the new 10-shade palette has been named, is designed to improve on the existing six-color palette, the Fitzpatrick Skin Type, which is used to assess whether AI systems show color bias.
THE WHY? While effective on lighter skin tones, the Fitzpatrick scale was said to be flawed when it came to detecting difference in people of color. The new tool is said to be ‘a good balance between being representative and being tractable’, as Tulsee Doshi, Head of Product for Google’s AI team told Reuters.
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Skincare Products: Including cleansers, moisturizers, serums, and treatments designed to address various skin concerns such as acne, aging, hyperpigmentation, and sensitivity.
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Hair Care Products: Shampoos, conditioners, styling products, and treatments to maintain and improve the health and appearance of hair.
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Fragrances: Perfumes and colognes used to enhance personal scent and attractiveness.
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Dental Care Products: Toothpaste, mouthwash, whitening treatments, and dental floss aimed at maintaining oral hygiene and enhancing smile aesthetics.
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Personal Grooming Tools: Including razors, electric shavers, trimmers, and grooming kits used for hair removal and personal hygiene.
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Beauty Devices: Devices such as facial cleansing brushes, LED light therapy masks, and microcurrent devices designed for at-home skincare treatments.
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Nutritional Supplements: Supplements aimed at promoting skin health, hair growth, and overall well-being, often containing vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
