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EXCLUSIVE: Tiktok (Ai) Sensation Hermetoer: Too Beautiful to Be Human

EXCLUSIVE: Tiktok (Ai) Sensation Hermetoer: Too Beautiful to Be Human

  • Beauty Knows No Boundaries: Understanding Alopecia Beauty And Artificial Intelligence's Revolutionary Effect

 

TikTok has become increasingly popular as a social media platform that provides entertainment and introduces us to fascinating and unique individuals. One such mystery is Hermetoer, a German content creator who has alopecia and has gained notoriety because of her appearance. It has been suggested that her beauty transcends human standards, as her online presence unveils the intricacies of AI-generated aesthetics and calls into question conventional norms of beauty. This exclusive piece looks at the fascinating relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and alopecia within the context of beauty, exploring how this extraordinary interaction shapes our understanding of reality and aesthetic perceptions.

AM’ stumbled upon a fascinating story related to Hermeteor, a social media influencer, that prompted insightful conversations among her devoted TikTok followers and users around the world. Fans are drawn in by her stunning beauty, often mistaking it for artificial intelligence (AI) beauty due to her frequent appearances on their algorithm-powered FYP. Her supporters call her an artificial intelligence (AI) model or a computer-generated image (CGI) that is too beautiful to be human. Many have questioned whether or not she is an artificial intelligence (AI) model due to her stunning appearance and fascinating viral posts. Artificial intelligence (AI) models are computer-generated virtual characters with human-like characteristics, flawless, refined appearances, and behaviours that were created by a team of talented developers and artists. They are not real people!

Photo: ‘BALD IS BEAUTIFUL’ AI model by Sahixd, a Generative AI enthusiast. Via Instagram.

TikTok’s alternate world leaves users perplexed as the alopecia community becomes engulfed in a captivating mystery. I’m curious, who is Hermetoer? During our interview, I learned that she is a TikTok-er from Germany who is living with alopecia. Due to her stunning appearance, witty responses, and widespread popularity among TikTok users, Hermetoer is often mistaken for an AI or computer-generated model. Hermeteor’s humorous videos, which also leave many perplexed by her mysterious demeanour, draw viewers in. The chance that TikTok users confuse Hermeteor for an AI creation cannot be ignored amidst the ongoing debate. Is her beauty a product of human genetics, or is there something even more remarkable happening?

Artificial intelligence (AI) models have emerged as a highly promising technological advancement in the fashion industry. Shudu, one of the first digital supermodels in the world, has amassed a sizable fan base for her technologically advanced aesthetic and has secured high-profile brand deals with brands like Balmain and Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty. It is truly revolutionary that individuals with alopecia who are also digital creators, like Hermeteor, are spearheading conversations about how the public views beauty and the digital revolution. This evolution might have a big impact on how we define beauty and how we see ourselves and other people.

AI model Shudu in her bald look, Image visualization by @thediigitals on Instagram.

The trend of brands substituting real-life models for artificial intelligence (CGI) models, like Shudu, who exudes glamour and has flawless angular cheekbones, is causing tension in the fashion industry. Adding to the irony, Hermetor is riding a wave where luxury brands are now employing AI models that mimic individuals with alopecia to promote their products online. CGI models have garnered a significant interest from the general public due to their striking beauty. Creators purposefully design these models to mirror specific attributes commonly seen in individuals with alopecia, including prominent cheekbones and flawless skin. Although Hermetoer’s success is indisputable, it also presents moral questions. Some might suggest that the development of AI-powered virtual influencers, such as Shudu, who imitate people with alopecia, can contribute to the perpetuation of unattainable beauty standards and harm young people’s self-esteem.

The future implications of the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and its relationship with the alopecia community cannot be determined at this early stage, given that Hermetoer’s unique story is just the beginning. The possibilities are endless, with virtual influencers on the rise and constant advancements in AI technology. Is there a chance that Hermeteor has started a new dialogue that will make brands and those who create AI models rethink their decisions? Is it possible for people with noticeable alopecia to have equal opportunities as AI Models and interact with popular CGI characters like Bermuda?

CGI model Bermuda pictured left; Real-life Tiktok sensation Hermeteor pictured right, Image Zeit Online By Jakob von Lindern

It is crucial to keep in mind that Bermuda, a well-known and adored CGI celebrity with 1.6 million followers, is merely an avatar created digitally; she is not a real person and does not suffer from alopecia. One interesting finding (which, metaphorically, might seem confusing) is that people who admire AI and CGI models online appear to confuse distinguishable characteristics of people who have alopecia from those of AI models, such as their perfect skin and well-defined cheekbones. Hermeteor replies in a clever and light-hearted way to remarks that she looks like CGI models in the majority of her TikTok videos, answering questions about her skincare regimen, calling her Barbie, and referring to her as virtual reality. Her responses are very thoughtful, animated, and sometimes funny. Even with having alopecia, she also cherishes subtle comments that let her know how stunning she is and how many lives she has touched.


“When I receive comments that I look like Barbie, I remind myself that there are other people who have alopecia or who know someone who does, and that my videos are actually giving them hope for the future by proving that alopecia is beautiful and that it is possible to accept who you are, live with alopecia, and accomplish amazing things in life.”

– Hermeteor

Hermetoer’s rise to fame on TikTok is undoubtedly phenomenal, but as we get a glimpse of what is to come, it also raises ethical questions that need to be carefully considered. It is important to take into account the potential negative effects of AI-generated beauty on the Alopecia community, such as the maintenance of artificially high standards and the possibility of manipulation. Her beauty being mistaken for artificial intelligence as a person living with alopecia is only the beginning of the rapidly changing world of artificial intelligence and beauty. When navigating this fascinating new world of artificial intelligence (AI), creators and social media users alike must practice caution and mindfulness.

In a perfect world, we could link companies that use artificial intelligence (AI) models for online advertising, their AI and CGI model developers, with visually compelling members of the alopecia community, such as Hermeteor, who embody real customer feedback and responses. The obstacles faced by those with alopecia in entering the fashion and beauty industries may not be as daunting as they are currently. If people with alopecia engage in e-commerce and commercial modelling to aid in the development of brand algorithms, there would be no threat to CGI, AI, or traditional models. Rather, it encourages greater inclusivity and diversity.

Traditional models in the real world have expressed concerns about the potential replacement of their jobs by CGI or AI models following the success of Zalando as a supplier of CGI models in Germany. Though some may argue that comparing physical beauty to virtual reality figures like AI CGI models is unnecessary or exaggerated, it is pertinent to consider the significant number of individuals who strive to resemble Barbie. As companies increasingly rely on AI models to promote their products through web-based series and Instagram collections, why not collaborate with individuals with alopecia, such as the popular TikTok sensation Hermeteor, often compared to Barbie by her followers?

Tiktok sensation Hermeteor Image credits Zeit Online By Jakob von Lindern.

The confusion surrounding Hermeteor’s beauty as a content creator living with alopecia raises profound questions about our perception of beauty and the influence of AI in shaping our ideals. As viewers grapple with the possibility of an AI-powered influencer, we confront the notion that beauty can transcend the boundaries of human existence. Hermeteor’s allure as an influencer living with alopecia forces us to reevaluate our understanding of what it means to be beautiful and the impact of AI on our perception of beauty.

On the other hand, brands would swarm the alopecia community worldwide for talent as digital models or influencers to help them promote their products, and the majority of talent living with alopecia would be what fashion labels call ‘ones to watch’ if more people like Hermetor were recognised in the press and media, showed their beauty and unique selling points. As Hermetoer blurs the lines between reality and the virtual, her alopecia beauty challenges societal norms. Embracing diversity, challenging ethical implications, and celebrating the power of uniqueness are crucial as we navigate this brave new world. Hermetoer’s story reminds us that beauty transcends boundaries and captures our imagination in all its forms.


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