Glowmi vs other virtual try-on apps
Glowmi is an iOS AI makeup assistant: one selfie gives you your colors and complete looks for your face with tutorials, plus try-on, look feedback, and a vanity in one place. Retail AR tools and camera beauty apps often focus on product try-on or filters alone. This page compares categories—not a ranked “best of” list.
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Quick comparison
| Capability | Glowmi | Retail / brand AR try-on | Selfie beauty / AR makeup apps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary job | Makeup made for your face from one selfie | Try specific products from a catalog | AR filters / look previews |
| Skin and color analysis | Yes — 12-season color type, undertone, features | Sometimes limited or product-led | Varies; often not the focus |
| Personalized shades | Yes — shades to wear and skip, from the same scan | Usually tied to in-stock shades | Varies |
| Looks for your face | Yes — previewed on your selfie, with step-by-step tutorials | Rare | Rare |
| Virtual makeup try-on | Yes — your looks and classic styles on your photo | Yes — often SKU-focused | Yes — often the main feature |
| Look feedback / coaching | Yes — warm notes on finished looks | Rare | Rare |
| Product and look collection | Yes | Usually no | Usually limited or none |
| Platform | iOS app | Web, in-store, or brand apps | Often iOS and Android |
Category comparison based on typical public positioning. Individual apps vary. Glowmi does not claim to replace every try-on tool.
When Glowmi is a strong fit
- You want to know your colors and get looks made for your features, not only a filter
- You want step-by-step instructions adapted to your eyes, brows, and lips
- You want look feedback on finished makeup photos
- You want to keep your products and looks in one place
- You are on iPhone and prefer an all-in-one AI makeup assistant
When another tool may be better
- You only need to preview one brand's exact SKU in-store or on a retailer site
- You need Android — Glowmi is iOS only today
- You want free unlimited AI with no subscription — after onboarding, Glowmi requires Glowmi Pro
What Glowmi includes
A face scan that builds your Beauty Profile (your colors, your looks with previews and tutorials, and your features), Studio with Makeup Try-On and Look Feedback, and a Vanity for products and looks. Cosmetic guidance only, not medical advice.
Learn more on About, Glowmi Pro, and Face Scan.
Try Glowmi
Free to download on iOS. Do your face scan and see your first look in onboarding, then unlock the full app with Glowmi Pro. See the App Store for current plans.