All Shades.
One K-Beauty
Get a professional skin analysis from top Korean experts! Learn about your skin and shape the history of K-Beauty — starting now!
Help create inclusive makeup for every skin and get ₩70,000 reward.
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“Where are you from? See the details in your language”
🇰🇷 Korean
🇻🇳 Vietnamese
🇵🇭 Philippines
🇮🇩 Indonesia
Benefits
70,000 KRW
  • Cash or Gift Card
  • Given in a week
Skin Advice
  • Guidance from a professor
  • Answer in one month by email
Contribution to K-Beauty
  • Shape the future K-beauty products!
What is the K-beauty Skin Tone Test?
Our mission is to build a multi-racial skin color dataset to create makeup that works for everyone. No matter where you’re from, you can be part of this exciting K-Beauty project right here in Korea.
The process, including the mobile survey onsite, takes about 40-50 minutes.
Who Is This For?
Foreigners in Korea
Currently living in Korea, any nationality welcome
Beauty Lovers
Interested in skincare or wellness, and willing to try new beauty products and share feedback.
Who can apply
Expats with Legal Visa
All expats in Korea who have no problem getting rewards.
Clean Face & Neck
People who don't have facial bruises or severe wounds(over 1cm) on their face and neck
Natural Skin Tone
We need a natural skin tone for accurate data. It’s best kept close to its original shade, even with tanning or cosmetic treatments.
Participation Details
August 18th - September 24th
Available on weekdays & Saturdays 9:00–17:20
40- 50 minutes
Test takes less than 1 hour
Multi-Languages Support
Multiple languages avalaible
(e.g. English, Vietnamese)
How It Works
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Apply Online
Fill out a short screening form (basic information such as nationality & age and some question abouts your skin profile)
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Schedule
We’ll reach out—just let us know what time works for you.
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Visit
IEC Korea, Suwon
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Participate
Join the skin tone test, follow the simple steps, and answer a short survey.
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Get Paid & Expert Feedback
70,000KRW Cash + Skin Analysis
Experience step-by-step
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Step 1 — Cleansing
Rinse your face with water before the test. If you are wearing makeup or sunscreen, cleansing products will be provided on-site.
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Step 2 — Consent Forms & ID Check + On-site Survey
After cleansing, sign consent forms and present your ARC/Passport and bank book copy. Then complete a short on-site survey.
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Step 3— Front-Face Photo Session
Take a quick front-facing photo under professional lighting for documentation.
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Step 4 — Skin Tone Measurement
Measure your skin tone on the forehead, cheeks, and chin using a spectrophotometer.
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Step 5 — Receive Your Reward & Expert Feedback
Receive your cash or gift card reward and get personalized skin advice from our professor within one month.
Checklist
Don't forget to check these reminders before your visit!
Documents
  • ARC card or Passport
  • Bank Book (통장) copy
  • Only needed when you are getting in cash
Arrive on Time
  • Arrive minimum 10 minutes in advance for check-in.
  • Late arrivals may wait for the next time slot.
Makeup or Sunscreen
  • Do not apply makeup, moisturizer, or sunscreen before your visit.
  • If you had them on, you can wash your face on-site.
  • Cleansing set (cleanser & towels) will be provided.
From Our Participants
"The process was smooth, and the staff were very helpful. No language barrier at all."
"Clean and comfortable environment. I especially enjoyed the skin tone measurement and consultation."
Join the test today — we’d love to hear your story!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get the ₩70,000?
Complete the test and survey to receive your reward. Cash rewards will be transferred to your bank account within about one month. If you choose a gift card, it will be provided on the day of the test after completion, and you may be asked to sign a receipt confirmation form on-site.
I don’t currently meet the skin condition requirements. Can I join later?
If your skin fully recovers and no longer meets the exclusion conditions, you will be eligible to participate.
Can I join if I’ve had Botox or fillers?
If you've had botox or fillers, make sure they are completely healed before the visit(e.g. no wound, no bruise etc)
Can I participate if I have piercings in the test zones?
If you have piercings in the test zones, they will be covered with tape during the test.
Testing Location
Test Center in Suwon
Visit Details
📍 Seoul Branch: Seokyung Building (Metrix Building), 4F, Bongeunsa-ro 84-gil 9, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
📍 Suwon Branch: IEC Korea, Digital Empire Building, C-1204, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
📅 Dates: Until 24th September, 2025
🕐 Visit Time: 9AM–17:20PM
Upon arrival, staff will guide you through the testing process. The test will take about 40-50 minutes (including waiting time)
“Where are you from? See the details in your language”
🇵🇭 Philippines
🇮🇩 Indonesia