💧 HYDRATION INDEX

What Is the Hydration Index?

The Hydration Index reflects how well the skin surface appears to retain moisture. It focuses on visible cues such as smoothness, comfort, and light reflection that are commonly associated with hydrated-looking skin under normal lighting conditions.

This index is appearance-based and cosmetic only. It does not measure water content within the skin, assess skin barrier function medically, or provide any clinical evaluation.

Why the Hydration Index Matters for Skin Appearance

When skin appears well hydrated, it often looks smoother, more supple, and more comfortable. Visible hydration can influence:

  • The appearance of fine surface lines
  • Overall skin smoothness and softness
  • How evenly light reflects across the skin
  • The look and feel of makeup or skincare products

Lower visible hydration may make skin appear dull, tight, or textured, even if tone and clarity are otherwise balanced.

What Can Influence the Hydration Index

Everyday, non-medical factors that can influence visible hydration include:

  • Use of moisturisers, serums, or hydrating products
  • Cleansing habits and product choice
  • Environmental conditions such as dry air or heating
  • Time of day and recent skincare application
  • Overall skincare routine consistency

These factors affect how hydrated the skin appears, rather than indicating actual water levels within the skin.

How Mizics Estimates the Hydration Index

Mizics analyses surface texture, reflectivity, and smoothness patterns from a photo to estimate hydration-related appearance characteristics. Subtle visual cues linked to moisture retention are evaluated to produce the Hydration Index.

This process is completed in seconds and does not involve storing your image.

View Your Personal Hydration Index

You can instantly view your own Hydration Index using the Mizics Online Skin Analyser. Your results include a clear explanation of what your score represents, along with appearance-focused skincare suggestions.

View Your Skin Beauty Analysis Report

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Mizics provides cosmetic skin appearance insights only. No diagnosis or medical advice is provided.