We Asked a Celebrity Makeup Artist to Rate ChatGPT's Makeup Advice

Get the Full StoryChatGBT, the AI intelligence anyone can pepper with questions, has people in a chokehold. Some are utilizing ChatGBT to plan a full-fledged itinerary for their next vacation, draft professional work emails to impress colleagues, and even design a workout routine that helps them meet their fitness goals. For beauty lovers, the AI-powered technology can be a useful tool to gain makeup advice, but the question remains: Is it fool-proof?

If you don't want to risk a runny cut-crease or waste your time receiving useless beauty advice, we don't blame you. PS spoke to a professional celebrity makeup artist to debunk ChatGBT's makeup advice. Read on to learn if ChatGBT is a beat cheat sheet - or makeup menace.

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Tobi Henney is a bicoastal celebrity makeup artist who has painted the faces of Mila Kunis, Lili Reinhart, and Barbara Palvin.

Prompt: How Can I Choose the Right Foundation Shade For Me?

ChatGPT: To choose the right foundation color, determine your skin tone fair, light, medium, tan, or deep and undertone cool, warm, or neutral . Test shades on your jawline or neck, and ensure the foundation blends seamlessly into your skin in natural light.

Tobi Henney: For the most part, this is true. Rather than matching the foundation to your neck, though, I recommend matching the foundation to an area of the body, such as the side of the arm or the chest. The neck is typically the palest part of the body as it doesn't usually get much sun exposure, and the same goes for the face.

Also, Chat GBT is correct that a potential match should be tested in natural light, as sometimes artificial lighting can throw off the tone of the foundation. Natural lighting will give a true indication of what the foundation looks like on your skin - if it looks good in natural lighting, it will look good in any lighting.

Prompt: How Do I Apply Contour Vs. Bronzer?

ChatGPT: Contour is used to define and sculpt the face, so apply a cool-toned matte product in areas you want to create shadows, such as under the cheekbones, along the jawline, sides of the nose, and temples. Bronzer, on the other hand, adds warmth and mimics a sun-kissed glow, so apply a warm-toned product to the high points of your face where the sun naturally hits - like your forehead, cheekbones, and nose.

TH: This response is missing a few specifics regarding shades. The color of the contour should be around three shades darker than your natural skin tone while bronzer should be one for more natural makeup looks to two colors for a stronger-looking glam darker than your natural skin tone.

Prompt: How Can I Stop Concealer From Creasing Underneath the Eyes?

ChatGPT: To prevent concealer from creasing under your eyes, start by moisturizing the area with a lightweight eye cream and apply a thin layer of concealer, blending it well. Set it immediately with a small amount of finely milled translucent powder using a fluffy brush or puff to lock it in place.

TH: This really depends on concealer choice, as some will crease more than others. This response also doesn't address the timing of concealer and powder application. For crease-proof undereyes, I like to wait until the rest of the makeup is complete before blending out the concealer. This allows the concealer time to dry before layering on powder at the end. To prevent creasing throughout the day, I recommend carrying a sponge to blend out any creases under the eye, or you can simply use the warmth of your finger to tap the creases away.

Prompt: How Do I Make my Eyebrows Even With Makeup?

ChatGPT: To make your eyebrows even with makeup, start by outlining the desired shape with a brow pencil or pomade, focusing on balancing the arch and length on both sides. Fill in sparse areas with small, hair-like strokes, and use a spoolie to blend the product for a natural, symmetrical look.

TH: This is true - the best way to fill in and even out the eyebrows is to start with a crayon to fill in any gaps and map out the shape of the brow. I follow up with a brow powder to help set the brow "hairs" I have drawn on. Choosing the correct shade is important for making your brows even - for a more realistic brow look, I often mix two shades. I always finish by using a spoolie to brush through the product for the most natural effect and top off with a clear brow gel.

Prompt: What's the Best Way to Overline My Lips?

ChatGPT: To overline your lips, use a lip liner to trace just outside your natural lip line, focusing on the cupid's bow and center of the bottom lip for a fuller look while staying close to the natural edges at the corners. Fill in with the liner or a matching lipstick, and blend for a seamless, enhanced finish.

TH: This is true, but with some nuances. Depending on the lip look you want, you can choose a lip liner that is the same shade as your natural lip color or a slightly darker liner than the lipstick you plan on wearing on top. My hottest tip for overlining the lips is to use a cool brown lip liner to give the illusion of a shadow on the lips - this can enhance any lip shape.

Is ChatGBT's Makeup Advice Trustworthy?

So, is ChatGBT a solid resource for learning the ins and outs of makeup? Our verdict: While it didn't provide personalized recommendations based on specific skin type, tone, or facial features, it provided solid advice that can be useful for makeup newbies.

Michelle Rostamian is a Los Angeles-based beauty and wellness contributor with over 10 years of experience in the industry. She began her career as a publicist, content writer, and social media manager, representing beauty brands and industry professionals. Currently, she is a writer and editor on all things makeup, beauty, skincare, and lifestyle.

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