Can facial recognition technology identify your sexuality? Controversial new research coming out Stanford University suggests that Artificial Intelligence can tell the difference between gay and straight - just from looking at a picture. That is raising ... ( read original story ...)
Ancient beard traditions shape the face of modern Jerusalem
JERUSALEM — Facial hair is trendy worldwide these days, but in Jerusalem beards have never gone out of style, projecting religious mysticism, nationalism and ideals of masculinity. For men of all faiths in the holy city, a beard can be an important ... ( read original story ...)
Exactly What “Farm-To-Face Beauty” Means For Your Skin Care
Now more than ever, we want total transparency from our favorite beauty brands. We want to know exactly what is in our face-saving formulas, and how much of it, from acid potency to potentially acne-aggravating substances. We're more knowledgeable about ... ( read original story ...)
Here’s when facial recognition will be standard on smartphones
This story was delivered to BI Intelligence Apps and Platforms Briefing subscribers hours before appearing on Business Insider. To be the first to know, please click here. As biometric identification — such as fingerprint sensors, retina scanning, and ... ( read original story ...)
Facial Recognition Systems Struggle to ID Dark-Skinned Women
It's now popping up in smartphones, laptops and tablets, all with the goal of making our lives easier. And much of that has to do with the way the tech seems to be biased towards males and white-skinned individuals. One of the researchers they first ... ( read original story ...)
Hold on to your beards: Voyageurs likely didn’t have facial hair
Beards have been a growing part of Festival du Voyageur tradition since the annual winter festival started 49 years ago, but a local historical interpreter says it's only modern-day voyageurs who wear hair on their faces. Claire Sparling says her research ... ( read original story ...)
This new Fresh mask is a 5-minute facial in a jar
If there's one thing Fresh masks are good at, it's instantly rejuvenating your skin. Here's what the latest offering from the brand can do for you If you've just come away from tonnes of visiting, bingeing and late nights, chances are your skin is not ... ( read original story ...)
7 All-Natural Skincare Products to Add to Your Routine
What’s even better than getting to do your skincare routine step by step every single night? An all-natural skincare routine! Products that make use of organic ingredients are generally kinder to the skin. So if you’ve got particularly sensitive skin ... ( read original story ...)
Here Are the Best New All-Natural SPFs to Pack for Your Winter Break
you’re going to want to add an all-natural SPF to your skincare arsenal. (Here’s your seasonal reminder that just because it’s winter it doesn’t mean you can skip sunscreen. The sun is still shining—not to mention reflecting off snowy streets ... ( read original story ...)