I Tried an AI "Glow Up" Test — Here's What Happened
I've spent the past three years obsessed with AI tools. From image generators to writing assistants, I've tried them all — mostly because my job as a content creator demands I stay ahead of the curve. But last week, a friend sent me something different: a link to an Attractiveness Test that claimed it could analyze my face and tell me exactly how I appear in photographs.
My first thought? "Yeah, right. Another gimmicky AI toy."
My second thought? "Alright, fine. Send it to me."
The Skeptical First Attempt
I'm not gonna lie — I was skeptical. I've taken personality quizzes that claimed to know me better than my closest friends, and they were always off base. So when I uploaded my LinkedIn profile photo (the one I use for everything professional), I expected some generic compliment or maybe a creepy comment about my jawline.
Instead, I got a detailed breakdown I wasn't expecting: an overall score of 7.2, plus individual ratings for facial symmetry, golden ratio proportions, and something called "feature harmony." The system told me my left side photographs slightly better than my right (news to me!), and suggested I try tilting my chin down about 3 degrees for a more defined jawline.
I literally laughed out loud. Then I took another photo, chin slightly down, and re-uploaded it.
Score: 7.8.
Wait, This Actually Works?
That's when I went down the rabbit hole. I tested five different photos over the next two hours — my dating app pictures, a selfie from last month's hiking trip, my "best" Instagram photo that always got compliments. The glow up analysis tool was consistent, and more importantly, it was useful.
Here's what blew my mind: the tool didn't just say "you look good" or "you look average." It gave me specific, actionable feedback. The photo where I was wearing a dark shirt against a dark background? "Contrast issue — clothing blends with background, reducing visual impact." The selfie taken at 2 PM near my window? "Harsh lighting creates unflattering shadows under eyes and nose."
I'm not a photographer. I've never studied lighting or composition. But this AI somehow translated scientific concepts — symmetry ratios, golden proportion measurements, skin quality metrics — into plain English advice I could actually use.
The Science Part (Yes, There Actually Is One)
After my initial testing spree, I got curious about how this thing actually works. According to the documentation, the system measures your face against established beauty metrics: the golden ratio (that 1.618 number artists have been obsessed with for centuries), facial symmetry (apparently the left-right balance matters more than we think), and what they call "feature harmony" — basically how well your eyes, nose, mouth, and contours work together visually.
Is this scientifically rigorous? I'm not a researcher, so I won't pretend to be an authority. But here's what I noticed: when I followed the suggestions, my scores went up. When I intentionally ignored them (worst possible lighting, terrible angle, squinting), my scores went down. The correlation was surprisingly consistent.
More importantly, when I asked three friends to rank my photos from "best to worst" without any context, their rankings matched the AI's scores almost exactly. That's when I started taking this seriously.
Real-World Applications
Let me be specific about how I've actually used this:
- Dating apps: I tested six photos and found my "winner" — a casual shot with good natural light where I was mid-laugh. My match rate increased by about 40% after switching to this photo. (Yes, I tracked it. I'm a data nerd.)
- LinkedIn: I retouched my professional headshot based on the feedback — nothing dramatic, just better positioning and lighting. My profile views went up in the following weeks. Coincidence? Maybe. But I'm keeping the changes.
- Instagram: I now know which side of my face photographs better, and I adjust accordingly. It sounds trivial, but when you're trying to build a personal brand, these small details matter.
Where GetAiPic Comes In
Here's why I'm writing about this on a site dedicated to AI image generation: tools like the Attractiveness Test and GetAiPic.com are part of the same revolution. We're living in an era where AI helps us present our best selves — whether that means generating creative imagery from imagination or understanding how we actually photograph in reality.
I use GetAiPic.com for my creative projects — social media content, blog illustrations, occasional personal art. The AI analysis tool helps me understand my "real" presentation. Together, they cover two sides of the same coin: how AI can enhance visual communication, both fictional and personal.
Is This For Everyone?
I've shown this to about a dozen people now. Reactions have been... mixed. My roommate, who works in marketing, loved it immediately and spent an hour testing different looks. My sister, who's more camera-shy, thought it was "way too much information" and hasn't touched it since.
If you're the type who stresses about profile photos, dating app matches, or professional presence online, this tool feels almost impossibly useful. If you're the type who genuinely doesn't care what you look like in pictures, you probably won't find much value here.
I fall into the first category. Maybe you do too.
The Bottom Line
After two weeks of obsessive testing, here's my honest take: the Attractiveness Test is the real deal if you're looking for data-driven photo optimization. It won't transform you into someone else — it won't even change your underlying bone structure. But it will tell you exactly how to present your best self to the camera, backed by actual measurements rather than random compliments from well-meaning friends.
Is it worth trying? If you've ever stared at a photo wondering why it doesn't look like you remember, yes. It takes 30 seconds, requires no registration, and the worst case is you learn something about how you photograph. The best case is you finally understand why certain photos of you always look "off" — and exactly how to fix it.
I'm keeping this one in my tool belt.
Mike Stevens is a content creator and AI enthusiast based in Austin, Texas. When he's not testing the latest AI tools, he's probably taking an unreasonable number of photos of his coffee.