CyberLink and Perfect Corp launch MakeupDirector for application of digital makeup

CyberLink Corp, a consumer multimedia software provider, and Perfect Corp, maker of the beauty app YouCam Makeup, have together unveiled a software product aimed at augmenting the workflow of makeup artists through the application of realistic digital makeup.

MakeupDirector, with hyper-accurate face detection, can capture over 100 facial feature points and pixel-perfect facial mapping. It can precisely apply an extensive selection of virtual makeup to faces in photos, as well as offering advanced retouching, face slimming, sculpting and contouring.

MakeupDirector is integrated with Perfect Corp’s Beauty Circle, which is an interactive community of beauty enthusiasts. This integration enables users to browse and download entire makeup looks, in addition to sharing their own designs.

As part of the launch celebrations, users who sign up to Perfect Corp’s beauty community through either YouCam Makeup or Beauty Circle will be able to download MakeupDirector for free.

CyberLink CEO Dr. Jau Huang said: “The key to effective digital makeup is realism, it has to look 100% natural.

“MakeupDirector's unique technology and world-class design team developed a digital makeup toolkit enabling virtual application that is indistinguishable from the real thing."

Perfect Corp CEO Alice H. Chang said: “A key advantage of MakeupDirector is the ability for artists to not only browse and download thousands of complete makeup designs from Beauty Circle, but also to upload their own look designs to inspire others.

 “As an expression of our excitement and enthusiasm for this product, we are pleased to offer it for free to YouCam Makeup and Beauty Circle members for a limited time.”

Intended for makeup artists, MakeupDirector enables professionals in the makeup segment to improve how they consult with clients through digital applications.