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Cortisol Score Analysis

A practical framework for understanding your stress signals, facial markers, and realistic wellness potential.

Inside this guide

  • Overall Cortisol Score
  • Natural wellness potential
  • Facial stress markers
  • Visual stress signals
  • Recovery balance
  • Healthy use of progress data

How the Scan Works

The Cortisol Score is a comprehensive wellness indicator, not just a single vanity number. It analyzes facial cues, sleep context, and cognitive signals to provide a holistic view of your current state.

Cortisol Max uses front-facing photos because facial stress markers—like puffiness under the eyes or tension in the jaw—are key indicators of how your body is responding to its current load.

Core Metrics

  • Facial Stress Markers: Subtle cues like skin dullness and under-eye fatigue.
  • Recovery Signal: A visual estimate of how well your body is bouncing back.
  • Facial Fatigue: Visible signs of exhaustion or high cognitive load.
  • Overall Score: A 0-10 wellness signal that aggregates all markers into a single trend.

Use Data as Direction

The goal of tracking your Cortisol Score is to identify high-leverage habits. For some, this means prioritizing sleep quality; for others, it may be managing midday stress or improving hydration.

Consistency is the only "secret"

Meaningful change happens slowly. Tracking your progress ensures you don’t miss the subtle improvements that daily habits compound into over time.

Common Questions