Dispensary Corner

FORGET make-up testers YouTube is working on a new augmented-reality feature called “Beauty Try-On”, which allows viewers to “virtually” test out cosmetics.

The online video giant said make-up tutorials and reviews were some of its most popular content, because they help people learn about new products as well as how to use them properly.

The new feature is designed to be used in a split-screen smartphone experience while viewers watch the make-up tutorial, using their own in-built video camera.

Examples showcased so far offer a palette of lipstick shades, allowing consumers to apply them to their own face to see how they look.

WELL you have to admire his commitment - if not his motives.

A Korean man has been prosecuted for illegally receiving government benefits by pretending to be blind for the last eight years.

The scam reportedlly ended when one of his neighbours reported the offender to police after she saw him driving a car.

Police said the suspect had been diagnosed with a “Level 1 visual impairment” at a local hospital where he was treated for several eye diseases.