# Flaw-Analyzing Mirrors The Panasonic Smart Mirror Identifies Skin Flaws and Prints Makeup By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-10-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skin-flaws References: [homecrux](http://www.homecrux.com/2016/10/07/54180/panasonic-smart-mirror-prints-makeup-cover-flaws.html) & [news.panasonic](http://news.panasonic.com/global/presskits/ceatec2016) Designed to enable women to be more comprehensive when it comes to applying makeup, the [Panasonic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-palm-shaver) Smart Mirror is capable of [detecting skin flaws](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartskn-muilli) at those who behold themselves in front of it. The prototype Panasonic Smart Mirror works by analyzing the complexion of a person who comes in front of it. From here, the unit will print a sheet of makeup that can be moistened and applied directly onto the skin. This takes the guesswork out of applying makeup and enables women to feel confident knowing that they haven't missed any spots during their makeup routine. The Panasonic Smart Mirror could be interpreted as being somewhat scathing for identifying skin flaws, but will likely come as an exciting development for those that are avid makeup users. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Smart Beauty Mirrors:** The trend of incorporating AI and machine learning into beauty mirrors to provide personalized skin analysis and makeup application. - **Printable Makeup Applications:** The trend of using 3D printing technology to create customized makeup applications based on skin analysis. - **Comprehensive Makeup Solutions:** The trend of developing comprehensive makeup solutions that take the guesswork out of application for consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Beauty and Personal Care:** The beauty and personal care industry can benefit from incorporating AI and machine learning technology into their products to provide personalized skincare solutions. - **Technology and Innovation:** The technology and innovation industry can explore new opportunities for incorporating 3D printing technology into the beauty industry. - **Consumer Goods:** The consumer goods industry can capitalize on the trend of comprehensive makeup solutions by developing products that simplify the makeup application process for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interactive Beauty Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-micro-led-beauty-mirror.md) - [In-Store Skin Analyzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-skin-observer.md) - [Mood-Based Makeup Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loreal-mood-mirror.md) - [Ailment-Identifying Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anura-magicmirror.md) - [Health-Monitoring Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nuralogix-longevity-mirror.md) - [AI-Powered Styling Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heymirror-smart-dressing-mirror.md) - [AI-Powered Skincare Analyzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skin-light-therapy-3s.md) - [Mental-Health Smart Mirror Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mio-smart-mirror.md) - [Mental Health Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baracodas-bmind-smart-mirror.md)