"Just Makeup" – a first-of-its-kind Korean beauty-survival TV show – follows 60 top makeup artists from around the world as they battle it out in themed missions from "wedding makeup" to "K-pop glam".
We have all the details you need to watch "Just Makeup" online from anywhere with a VPN — and potentially for free.
"Just Makeup" season 1 premiered on October 10. Episode 7 lands on Friday, October 24 at 12 p.m. ET. New episodes every Friday.
• U.S. — Prime Video (free trial)
• U.K. — Prime Video (free trial)
• Watch from anywhere with NordVPN
Hosted by iconic singer-turned-emcee Lee Hyo‑ri, the show doesn’t just flaunt flashy makeup—it weaves in life stories, ambition, backstage drama as first-gen Korean salon veterans compete with glam-creator YouTubers and SFX specialists.
If you've not heard, “Just Makeup" season 1 is already trending in beauty circles, while Reddit threads from beauty-obsessed fans are calling this K-beauty competition show the ultimate “make-up class wars.”
Standout contestants include 'Detail Sohn', with many fans rooting for her minimal, natural technique. And if you get into "Just Makeup", don't miss episodes 4 & 5, where the show introduces the “1 : 1 Death Match Mirror Battle.
Here's everything to know about where to watch "Just Makeup" online in the U.S., U.K., Australia, Canada, and beyond.
How to watch 'Just Makeup' online from abroad
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How to watch 'Just Makeup' around the world
How to watch 'Just Makeup' in the U.S., U.K., Canada, Australia and elsewhere
Viewers everywhere can watch the "Just Makeup" premiere on Thursday, February 20, with three episodes dropping 12 a.m. PT/3 a.m. ET on Prime Video.
Amazon is dropping the episodes early in the U.S. Season 3 consists of eight episodes in total. After the premiere, the other five will be released weekly — likely Thursday nights ET.
Not at home right now and blocked from Prime Video? A VPN can help you to access your usual subscriptions from anywhere. We recommend NordVPN.
Who are the "Just Makeup" judges?
- Jung Saem-mool – A legendary name in K-beauty, founder, and innovator.
- Seo Ok – Celebrated makeup artist with over 30 years of experience.
- Risabae (Lee Sa-bae) – Popular beauty creator and influencer.
- Lee Jin-soo – A makeup master linked with AmorePacific.
'Just Makeup' season 1 - Episode guide
Episode 1 — From the first-generation artists to hair salons, brands and beauty creators: Korea’s top 60 makeup artists compete with their makeup skills only.
Episode 2 — With trendy makeup that leads K-beauty to musical makeup, wedding makeup, and special-effects makeup, the makeup match with a twist continues.
Episode 3 — After the first match, survivors head straight into the next round for the 1-on-1 “deathmatch”! But the revealed models fill the room with shock.
Episode 4 — Only the winners survive! Makeup artists go beyond their limits and create brilliant makeup looks. How can twins change so much through makeup only?
Episode 5 — As the daring newbies and skilled experts have a neck-and-neck match, judges point out even the minuscule mistakes — the war of details.
Episode 6 — Yesterday’s enemy becomes today’s ally for the team competition that is the K-pop Stage Mission! Complete a new makeup look for TWS’ performance!
Episode 7 (Oct. 24, 2025) — TBC
Episode 8 (Oct. 31, 2025.)— TBC
Episode 9 (Nov. 6, 2025.) — TBC
Episode 10 (Nov. 12, 2025.) — Final episode TBC
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