StealthFace:Transfer Learning-Based Ensemble Model for Disguised Face Recognition using Skin-Segmented Images

Disguised face identification is challenging since people cover their identities by wearing masks, hats, sunglasses, or other disguises. These disguises dramatically modify face features, making identifying individuals a difficult task. In this study, we introduce StealthFace, an ensemble model that utilizes transfer learning and skin-segmented images to improve the recognition of disguised faces. To improve the accuracy and resilience of disguised face recognition, StealthFace leverages the power of deep learning algorithms, transfer learning, and ensemble methods. The framework employs pre-trained convolutional neural network models, such as ResNet50 and DenseNet121 for feature extraction and to learn discriminative features that are important in identifying individuals despite the disguises. The ensemble approach combines models’ predictions, utilizing their collective expertise and capturing multiple perspectives on disguised faces. Our ensemble model outperforms other state-of-the-art methods with an overall accuracy of 99.24% and contributes to enhancing security measures and advancing the development of face recognition systems.