Chidinma Igwe

Data Analyst | AI & Consumer Health | Founder, NmaCharis LLC

Overview

MelaninCare AI is a conceptual, non-clinical decision-support system designed to improve how individuals with melanin-rich skin make skincare decisions.

It focuses on addressing data gaps in dermatology by providing structured, simplified, and data-informed guidance without replacing professional advice.

Problem

Most skincare decisions are based on:

• Trial and error
• Inconsistent online advice
• Limited data representation for darker skin tones

This creates confusion and unreliable outcomes, particularly for melanin-rich populations.

Data Perspective

As explored in my analysis:

https://medium.com/@chidinmac.igwe5

Key issues include:

• Dataset imbalance (e.g. HAM10000)
• Skin tone underrepresentation
• Performance disparities in AI models

Concept Approach