Skin analysis,
zone by zone
Check 6 zones of your face in a mirror. Get your top 3 priorities, all sourced.
- 1Zones
- 2Top 3
- 3Your sheet
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Your top 3 so far
How your signs rank
A little counts 1, a lot counts 2, added up across your zones. Ties go to the sign seen on more zones.
By eye, a sign is “a little” or “a lot”. MySkincare scores the 6 zones of your face from 3 photos.
Your sheet →Everything in this tool, in full
Look in a mirror, check six zones of your face, and tap what you see. You get a face map and your top three priorities, each with what dermatology sources say to do first.
No fake AI scan: you look, the page reads what you saw against dermatology sources.
What each sign usually means
The nine signs the tool asks about, what they look like, what the sources say they usually mean, and where to go next on this site.
| Sign | What you see | Usually means | First step | Our tool |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breakouts | Pimples, whiteheads or blackheads. | Oily skin can clog pores and lead to breakouts. Picking or popping them makes acne take longer to clear and raises the risk of scars. | Gentle wash, hands off, and patience.AAD oily skinAAD acne care | Acne face map Pimple type identifier |
| Redness | Pink or red patches, easy flushing, or fine visible blood vessels. | Rosacea usually shows across the nose and cheeks: it often starts with easy flushing, then redness that stays for weeks. Sensitive skin can also look red and stings or burns with products. This page can’t tell which one it is. | Very gentle cleansing; no alcohol, fragrance or menthol.AAD rosacea signsDermNet sensitive skinAAD rosacea careAAD product test | Rosacea checker |
| Dryness | Tightness, a dull look, or small flakes. | Dry skin looks dull and feels tight or even scaly. If only your cheeks or eye area feel dry while your forehead, nose and chin are oily, that is combination skin. | Moisturize while skin is still damp.Cleveland Clinic skin typesAAD dry skin | Moisturizer finder |
| Shine | A greasy shine that comes back within about half an hour of washing. | Shine that is back about 30 minutes after washing points to oily skin. When it sits only on the forehead, nose and chin while the cheeks feel dry, that is combination skin. | Gentle wash, oil-free products, and still a moisturizer.Cleveland Clinic skin typesAAD oily skin | Find your skin type Moisturizer finder |
| Dark spots | Flat tan or brown patches, or marks left behind by pimples. | Flat, tan-to-brown spots on sun-exposed skin are usually age spots, caused by years of UV light. Have a doctor look at any spot that is black or has changed. | Daily sunscreen, then a fading ingredient.Mayo Clinic age spotsAAD dark spots | Dark spot identifier Sunscreen calculator |
| Visible pores | Pores you can see from a normal distance, mostly on the nose and inner cheeks. | Pore size is mostly genetic, so pores can’t be permanently shrunk. They look bigger in the center of the face, and they widen as age and sun break down collagen. | Gentle cleanser twice a day and daily sunscreen.Cleveland Clinic pores | Blackhead checker Pore-clogging checker |
| Rough texture | Skin that feels rough or bumpy, or looks uneven when light skims across it. | Rough, flaky skin often goes with dryness, so check for that first. Exfoliating smooths texture, but the method should match your skin type. | One gentle exfoliant, matched to your skin type.AAD exfoliation | Skin cycling planner AHA and BHA together? |
| Fine lines | Thin creases that stay when your face is relaxed. | Fine lines form most on skin that sees the sun. UV light, smoking and repeated facial expressions speed them up, on top of skin getting drier and less elastic with age. | SPF 30+ every day and a daily moisturizer.Mayo Clinic wrinklesAAD skin aging | Anti-aging evidence Retinol guide |
| Dark circles | Shadowy, darker skin under the eyes. | Dark circles usually aren’t a medical problem. Common causes include genetics, tiredness, rubbing your eyes, sun and skin changes with age. | Cold compress, sleep, sunscreen.Mayo Clinic dark circles | Dark circle test |
How to analyze your skin at home
A good skin analysis is mostly good light and patience. Four steps before you tap anything.
- 01
Wash, then wait 30 minutes
Wash and dry your face, put nothing on, and wait about 30 minutes. Shine by then points to oily skin; tightness points to dry skin.
- 02
Face a window
Daylight, no makeup, a mirror at arm’s length. Turn your head: light that skims across the skin shows texture and fine lines; light from the front shows color and spots.
- 03
One zone at a time
Six zones: forehead, T-zone and nose, each cheek, chin and jaw, the eye area. Cheeks can differ from each other, so check both.
- 04
Pick what you see, not a diagnosis
Choose the drawing that matches what you see. Don’t try to name a condition: redness, for example, has more than one cause, and a mirror can’t tell them apart.
When to see a doctor instead
Some things don’t belong in a skin-care routine. If you notice any of these, anywhere on your body, get them checked.
- 01
A mole that’s new or changing
A new mole, or a mole that changes size, shape or color, can be a sign of melanoma. Have a doctor check it.
- 02
A sore that won’t heal
A growth or patch that hurts, itches, bleeds, crusts or scabs for more than 4 weeks should be checked by a doctor.
- 03
A spot unlike the others
A spot that looks different from your others, or that changes, itches or bleeds, is one to show a dermatologist.
- 04
One eye getting darker
Changes under just one eye that get worse over time are a reason to talk to a health professional.
- AAsymmetryOne half unlike the other
- BBorderIrregular or poorly defined
- CColorVaries from one area to the next
- DDiameterUsually over 6 mm, but can be smaller
- EEvolvingChanging in size, shape or color
Can AI analyze your skin from a photo?
You look, we read
No camera and no model guessing from pixels. You pick what you see; the page matches it to what the AAD, Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic, DermNet and NHS say. Nothing you pick is sent anywhere.
Describe, don’t diagnose
A 2020 BMJ review of nine studies on six smartphone apps for skin cancer concluded they can’t be relied on to detect all cases. Any app, ours included, is no substitute for a doctor looking at a changing mole.
The sides of your face count
A single front photo misses your cheeks and jaw in profile. The MySkincare app scans your face from three angles, scores the six zones separately, then checks your products against each other. It describes your skin for your routine; it does not diagnose.
One face scan. Your whole routine, sorted.
This page answered your question. MySkincare starts from your own skin, and the products you already use.
- 1Scan your face3 photos: front, left profile, right profile.
- 2See your skin scoreFree6 zones scored separately: forehead, eye area, T-zone, both cheeks, chin.
- 3Scan your productsIt reads each ingredient list and says: keep it, watch it or replace it.
- 4Follow your routineMorning and night, checked so your products work together. With reminders.
Questions people ask
Is there a free skin analysis online?
Yes. The tool on this page is free and needs no photo and no account. You check six zones of your face in a mirror, pick what you see with the help of reference drawings, and get a face map plus your three priorities. Each priority links to the AAD, Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic, DermNet or NHS page behind it.
Can AI analyze my skin from a photo?
An app can describe what a photo shows, like shine, spots or redness, but that is not a diagnosis. For skin cancer, a 2020 review in the BMJ of nine studies on six smartphone apps concluded they can’t be relied on to detect all cases. A mole that’s new or changing needs a doctor, whatever an app says.
How do I analyze my skin at home?
Wash and dry your face, put nothing on, and wait about 30 minutes: Cleveland Clinic says shine by then points to oily skin and tightness to dry skin. Then look at each zone in daylight: forehead, T-zone and nose, each cheek, chin and jaw, and the eye area.
Why is my T-zone oily but my cheeks dry?
That is combination skin. Cleveland Clinic describes it as an oilier forehead, nose and chin (the T-zone) with cheeks and an eye area that may feel dry.
Can you shrink large pores?
Not permanently. Cleveland Clinic says pore size is mostly genetic. Pores look bigger in the center of the face and widen as sun and age break down collagen, so a gentle cleanser twice a day, daily sunscreen and retinol help them look smaller. Squeezing or extractor tools can scar.
How long do dark spots take to fade?
The AAD says a spot a few shades darker than your skin usually fades within 6 to 12 months, and deeper color can take years. Treatment starts with daily sunscreen. Have a doctor look at any spot that is black or has changed.
Is redness on my cheeks rosacea?
It can be, but a mirror can’t tell. The AAD says rosacea usually shows across the nose and cheeks and often starts with easy flushing, with redness that can stay for weeks. Sensitive skin can also look red and sting with products. If it lasts, ask a dermatologist; our rosacea checker walks through the signs.
When should I see a dermatologist instead?
For a mole that’s new or changing, a sore or patch that bleeds, crusts or won’t heal for more than 4 weeks, or a spot that looks different from the others. Also see one if dry skin or breakouts don’t improve after you’ve tried the basics.
American Academy of Dermatologyaad.org
- How to control oily skin
Wash up to twice a day and after sweating; a harsh face wash can trigger more oil; choose “oil free” and “noncomedogenic”; still moisturize; blot by pressing, not rubbing; oily skin can clog pores and lead to breakouts.
- Dermatologists’ top tips for relieving dry skin
Gentle cleanser without a thick lather; short, warm washes; moisturize while skin is damp; creams and ointments beat lotions; glycerin, hyaluronic acid, dimethicone, petrolatum, shea butter; fragrance-free; see a dermatologist if still dry.
- How to safely exfoliate at home
Match the method to skin type; dry skin is flaky, itchy or rough; sensitive skin may sting; chemical vs mechanical; the more aggressive, the less often; exfoliating with retinoids may worsen dryness or breakouts; darker skin tones should avoid strong exfoliation (dark spots); over-exfoliating leaves skin red and irritated.
- How to fade dark spots
Treatment begins with sunscreen; azelaic acid, glycolic acid, kojic acid, retinoids and vitamin C can fade spots; a spot a few shades darker usually fades in 6 to 12 months, deeper color can take years.
- Rosacea signs and symptoms
Rosacea usually develops across the nose and cheeks, often begins with easy flushing, and redness can stay for weeks or longer; visible blood vessels on lighter skin; burning or stinging when applying products.
- 7 rosacea skin care tips dermatologists recommend
Cleanse twice a day very gently with a mild cleanser (not soap); avoid alcohol, fragrance and menthol; broad-spectrum SPF 30+, even on cloudy days; testing helps find products that don’t irritate.
- 11 ways to reduce premature skin aging
Protect skin from the sun every day with SPF 30 or higher; stop smoking; avoid repetitive facial expressions; daily facial moisturizer; stop products that sting or burn; cleanse gently.
- Acne, tips for managing
Gentle, non-abrasive cleanser with fingertips; picking makes acne take longer to clear and raises scarring risk; non-comedogenic sunscreen; several weeks to a few months to see a difference; see a dermatologist if breakouts continue.
- How to test skin care products
Apply to a quarter-sized spot (inner arm or elbow bend) twice a day for 7 to 10 days; stop if skin turns red, itchy or swollen.
- What to look for, the ABCDEs of melanoma
Asymmetry, irregular border, varied color, diameter usually over 6 mm, and a spot that is evolving; see a dermatologist promptly.
- How to perform a skin self-exam
Watch for a spot that is different from others, or that changes, itches or bleeds, and see a board-certified dermatologist.
Mayo Clinicmayoclinic.org
- Wrinkles, symptoms and causes
Wrinkles form most on sun-exposed skin such as the face; UV light, smoking and facial expressions speed them up; skin gets less elastic and drier with age; daily sunscreen, gentle washing and moisturizer.
- Age spots (liver spots)
Flat, tan to dark brown spots on sun-exposed skin, caused by UV light; SPF 30 or higher; have a doctor look at spots that are black or have changed.
- Dark circles under eyes
Usually not a medical problem; causes include fatigue, genetics, rubbing the eyes, aging and sun; cold compress, more sleep, raising the head, sunscreen; changes under one eye that get worse need a health professional.
Cleveland Clinicclevelandclinic.org
- Understanding skin types
Combination skin: oilier forehead, nose and chin (T-zone) with drier cheeks and eye area; oily skin: enlarged pores, shiny or greasy; dry skin: dull, tight or scaly; wash, wait about 30 minutes and see how your skin feels.
- 7 ways to minimize pores
Pore size is mostly genetic and can’t be permanently shrunk; pores look bigger in the center of the face; collagen loss with age and sun widens them; gentle cleanser twice a day, sunscreen, retinol; don’t squeeze or use extractors; cold only works for minutes.
NHSnhs.uk
- Symptoms of melanoma skin cancer
A new mole or a change in an existing mole (size, shape or color) can be a sign of melanoma; get changes checked by a doctor.
- Non-melanoma skin cancer symptoms
See a doctor for a growth or patch that hurts, itches, bleeds, crusts or scabs for more than 4 weeks, or one that grows or changes color or texture.
DermNetdermnetnz.org
- Sensitive skin
Stinging, burning, itching or tingling, with skin that looks normal or red; the face is especially prone; avoid fragranced products; test new products on a small area first and add one at a time.
Studies and other sources
- AHRQ PSNet: summary of Freeman et al., BMJ 2020, smartphone apps to assess skin cancer riskpsnet.ahrq.gov
The review covered nine studies of six apps and concluded they can’t be relied on to detect all cases of skin cancer (read via the AHRQ summary).