Through the looking glass: AI in 2025
By Du Juan |
chinadaily.com.cn |
Updated: 2025-12-25 09:54
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UK's AI manicure breakthrough
As AI expands into the beauty sector, Umia — touted as the world's first "AI manicure machine" — was launched in the UK during British Beauty Week 2025.
The Mirror reported the sleek device completes a full gel manicure in under 20 minutes (100 seconds per nail), using a camera to scan "nail DNA" before spraying and UV-curing three gel coats for a 10-14 day lasting.
A representative said it was a faster, more affordable option than a salon (coming in at under half the cost of traditional manicures), with plans for placement in cafes, airports and hairdressers — highlighting AI's growing role in accessible beauty tech.
