A few years ago, I started caring more about my skin and the use of skincare products. However, the endless stream of products and advertisements online can be overwhelming. Every influencer seems to have a new ‘must-have’ product every other week, and every brand claims to be backed up by science. I wanted to take better care of my skin, but as a student, a dermatologist felt too far out of reach and too expensive to justify.
I didn’t have any expectations but thought I could ask ChatGPT. I assumed it would just list random products or repeat basic advice like ‘drink more water’ or ‘get more sleep’. Instead, it surprised me. First, it asked for more details about my skin type, sleep pattern and eating habits. After answering these questions, it came back with a full plan: cleansing, moisturising, exfoliating and even ingredients I should avoid. The recommendations were supported by user experiences, dermatological sources and logic that felt personal.
Over time, it began to feel like my own digital dermatologist. I’d ask why my skin was drier when seasons changed or whether stress could trigger breakouts. The explanations helped me become more aware how my lifestyle affects my skin.
I know that ChatGPT isn’t a replacement for medical or professional advice, and I double-checked all products before trying anything new. But it gave me something more valuable than just recommendations: clarity and confidence in my choices. It helped me see through the marketing noise and understand what my skin actually needs.
Maybe that’s the real potential of Generative AI tools: not to replace experts, but to make knowledge more accessible and help us build the confidence to approach professional care with greater awareness.
