6 Beauty Apps You Should Use in 2026
Onskin Content Team
Your guides through the skincare chaos
Looking for the best beauty apps in 2026? Here are six options that can come in handy: one for choosing safe and suitable skincare products, one for virtually trying on makeup and hairstyles, one for proper skincare during pregnancy, and others that offer AI-powered insights into skin concerns.
What is a Beauty App?
A beauty app is a mobile tool that helps users explore and improve different aspects of their appearance and skin health. Depending on the app, it can help you check the safety of ingredients, create a personalized skincare routine, try on hairstyles and makeup with just a photo, or find tips and guidance for specific needs.
Thanks to advanced technologies and the implementation of AI, a beauty app can become a sort of personal assistant in the skincare world, always at hand whether you’re experimenting with a new hairstyle at home, choosing a product in a shop, or simply searching for some recommendations online.
Another key benefit of using a beauty app is cost savings. The beauty industry is rapidly growing, and so is the number of new brands and products. For instance, the global beauty market was valued at $122.11 billion in 2025, is projected to reach $129.11 billion in 2026, and is expected to grow to $227.13 billion by 2034. In such a crowded space, beauty apps can help you find the most suitable products among hundreds of options.
6 Beauty Apps to Use in 2026
OnSkin
OnSkin is a skincare ingredient checker that allows you to scan any product you’re using or considering. The app analyzes each ingredient in the formula, tells you whether it’s generally safe to use, and evaluates how well it matches your skin type and issues. The only thing you need to do is take a picture of the product or its barcode, or search for it manually in the app—OnSkin will do the rest.
All safety ratings are based on the latest scientific research and regularly updated data from trusted sources like the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the California Environmental Protection Agency (California EPA), and the European Commission (EC). OnSkin doesn’t partner with any brands or products, so its ratings stay unbiased.
Apart from scanning products for safety and compatibility with your skin, the app can also create a personalized routine for you, with specific products for morning and evening care throughout the week. This makes it especially helpful for users who want a transparent and structured approach to skincare without unnecessary trial and error or extra spending.
OnSkin is available on both the App Store and Google Play.
BeautyPlus
BeautyPlus is a beauty-focused photo and video editing app. Unlike OnSkin, it isn’t a skincare routine or product recommendation app since it doesn’t analyze anything. However, it’s popular among users for its virtual makeup try-on features.
The app lets you virtually apply makeup to your selfies. You can choose from a wide range of filters for lipsticks, blush, contact lenses, eyeshadows, and more. There are also some ready-made filters inspired by current trends and themed collections, such as Hollywood or K-pop looks.
BeautyPlus is more than just a beauty app. It can enhance your photos by smoothing skin texture, evening complexion, or reducing dark circles. It also offers a variety of editing tools to improve photo quality, like enhancing old photos, removing backgrounds, blurring items, or removing unwanted objects.
The app is available on both iOS and Android.
MDacne
MDacne is an app specifically designed to help users manage and treat acne. All you need to do is take a selfie. The app will then analyze your skin using AI and provide a customized acne treatment kit based on your skin type, acne severity, and specific concerns. The kit will typically include a cleanser, moisturizer, and treatment cream formulated to work together for your best results.
MDacne is available for iOS only.
Ironically, while your phone can help you treat acne with an app like this, it can also sometimes contribute to breakouts. The combination of screen bacteria, friction, and oils from touching your face can trigger “phone acne.” Here are three tips to prevent it.
Model Dermatol
Model Dermatol is an app that helps users identify potential skin conditions by analyzing photos. It uses AI to identify possible skin conditions and instantly provides relevant medical information. The app covers a range of concerns, including common skin disorders like warts and shingles, skin cancers like melanoma, and various rashes.
While it can be helpful for general understanding, the app isn’t a diagnostic tool. Its main purpose is to inform, not to give a medical conclusion, so it’s always important to consult a doctor for professional advice.
Model Dermatol can be found on both the App Store and Google Play.
Hairstyle Try On (600+ Haircuts)
Hairstyle Try On (600+ Haircuts) is a virtual hairstyle and makeover app that lets you see how different haircuts and looks might suit you using AI. It’s a fun way to experiment with new styles long before your next salon visit, helping you make confident decisions about your hair.
You can try on different hair lengths, textures, and shades, experiment with bold colors or subtle highlights, and even add accessories like hats or glasses to complete the look. With over 600 hairstyles to choose from, it’s easy to find inspiration and see what works best for your face shape and personal style.
The app is available for Android only.
OBaby
OBaby is a science-backed, AI-powered product checker that helps users make informed and confident choices during pregnancy and early parenthood. It’s strongly focused on safety, so that you can be sure whether or not a product is suitable for use during pregnancy or for babies and children.
Using OBaby is as simple as using OnSkin: take a picture of a product, scan its barcode, or find it in the app’s database to verify its safety. In addition to scanning, it also includes an AI assistant that can answer questions about pregnancy care, breastfeeding, baby care, and other related topics.
OBaby will also keep track of your past checks and favorite products, making it quick and easy to come back to items you already trust. As a bonus, the app includes a parent community where users can share their experiences and support each other.
You can find the app on the App Store.
Key Takeaways
Looking for the best beauty apps for 2026? Here are six of them to make your skincare, makeup, and overall beauty routine smarter, faster, and more personalized.
- OnSkin helps you scan products, check ingredients, and even create a personalized skincare routine based on your skin type and concerns.
- BeautyPlus lets you experiment with virtual makeup, trendy filters, and photo enhancements.
- MDacne provides AI-powered acne analysis and offers customized treatment kits tailored to your skin’s needs.
- Model Dermatol can identify potential skin conditions through photo analysis, giving you helpful insights (though it’s not a diagnostic tool).
- Hairstyle Try On (600+ Haircuts) lets you explore hundreds of hairstyles, colors, and accessories—before visiting the salon.
- OBaby focuses on product safety during pregnancy and early childhood, with an AI assistant for guidance on baby care and skincare.
FAQ
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Where do I start with OnSkin?
Download the app and think of a product you’d like to know more about. Then, go to the main screen and choose how you’d like to get the info —by manually looking it up in the search bar, by scanning its barcode, or by simply taking a picture of the packaging. Once you’ve done any of these, you can see how safe the product is and if it suits your skin or hair (if this analysis is available).
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What is Safety Rating, and how is it calculated?
In OnSkin, we base product rates on ingredients. Each is closely studied by our medical team and then evaluated. This way, each product gets a score from 0 to 100, with 100 as the safest level.
Safety Levels
- Excellent (76–100)
- Good (51–75)
- Not great (26–50)
- Bad (0–25)
These scores are backed by the latest scientific studies. You can find links to the resources we’ve used on each ingredient page. To assess the safety of product ingredients, we evaluate them according to the following parameters/criteria
- Endocrine disruption risk / Reproductive toxicity
Indicates the probability of mimicking, blocking, or interfering with the body hormones.
- Сarcinogenicity
Measures the potential risk of inducing cancer.
- Allergy risk
Estimates the probability of an allergic reaction.
- High concentration alert
Determines the risk of being unsafe in certain amounts.
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What is Skin Match?
Based on the info you input about your skin type, age, skin care goal, and other “settings,” OnSkin checks how well a product is tailored to your unique skin needs — it’s basically like a dermatologist helping you find the right products, minus the fees and the long wait. The product you’re checking might be labeled as It’s a match!, Hit-or-miss, or Not a match for you. The app also detects ingredient groups such as Anti-acne, Anti-inflammatory, Moisturizes, May be drying, Comedogenic, and others — by tapping one, you see exactly what ingredients from this or that group are in the product.
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I seem to have a problem with using the app. Who should I contact?
Please reach out to us at [email protected], and we’ll carefully look into your issue. Your ideas for improving the app are also very welcome!
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Do you have an Android version?
Not yet! Hey Android users, we hear you, and we're thinking about making an Android version, but we haven't started the development yet.
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