AI Balding Detection: See If You're Losing Hair

The Genesis of MyHair AI

The concept for MyHair AI originated for Cyriac Lefort approximately two years prior to its launch. While receiving a haircut in New York City, the France-born entrepreneur was informed by his stylist of initial hair thinning.

Lefort, aged 32, recounts that this observation was made solely to him, not to a companion present during the appointment. He initially dismissed the assessment, yet the comment prompted a degree of self-consciousness. This experience led him to recognize the susceptibility of individuals to purchasing products based on concerns about hair loss.

Recognizing a Market Need

He observed that hair loss is a deeply sensitive subject for both men and women. This realization spurred him to investigate the hair loss industry, uncovering a landscape characterized by misinformation and clinics lacking verifiable testimonials.

Further consultation with a hair specialist ultimately confirmed that Lefort was not, in fact, experiencing significant hair loss. However, the initial encounter ignited a desire to develop a tool for accurate hair loss diagnosis.

Building MyHair AI

Lefort, an experienced entrepreneur with a prior company exit and two currently operating businesses alongside Tilen Babnik, 28, decided to collaborate on a new venture: MyHair AI. The product was rapidly prototyped through a process they termed "vibe coding."

The application functions by allowing users to upload photographs of their scalps. AI technology then analyzes these images to assess hair density and identify early indicators of hair loss.

As users consistently upload photos, the AI monitors changes in their hair condition over time. This enables the creation of personalized hair care regimens. The platform also facilitates connections with specialists and vetted clinics, helping users avoid fraudulent practices.

Transparency and Scientific Accuracy

“Our AI provides an objective assessment of your hair’s condition, recommends suitable products based on your hair type, and clarifies the underlying science, including potential side effects,” Lefort explained.

“By introducing transparency and medical precision to this $50 billion market, we aim to fundamentally change how individuals perceive, manage, and purchase hair health solutions.”

From Ideation to Launch

The development of MyHair.AI involved approximately one year of conceptualization, several weeks of rapid prototyping using Cursor, months of scientific and clinical validation, and additional weeks dedicated to building the consumer application.

“The initial prototype was entirely developed through ‘vibe coding,’ without any external hires,” Lefort stated. He added that as the product matured, their engineering team assumed responsibility for maintaining and scaling the codebase.

Current Traction and Future Plans

MyHair AI has already attracted over 1,000 paying subscribers and boasts a user base of 200,000. The application has analyzed more than 300,000 scalp images and has established partnerships allowing specialists and clinics to leverage MyHair AI for faster patient evaluations.

The company recently announced the appointment of Dr. Tess, a prominent dermatologist, to its board of directors.

Competitive Differentiation

Key competitors in the market include Hims. Lefort emphasizes that MyHair AI distinguishes itself through its dedicated AI model, specifically trained on a dataset of over 300,000 hair images for accurate baldness diagnosis, rather than relying on a general-purpose Large Language Model (LLM).

The company’s current focus is on expansion, including the development of a booking platform and the establishment of additional clinic partnerships. Lefort envisions building AI solutions with practical, real-world applications.

“Men typically prioritize two health concerns: sexual dysfunction and hair loss,” Lefort concluded. “We are addressing a significant and pervasive everyday worry.”