MYEONGDONG · KOREA PHARMACYMyeongdong pharmacy · skin test & pharmacist consult

Measure your skinbefore you buy.

Most K-beauty hauls start at a shelf. At this myeongdong pharmacy they start at a measurement: a device reads your moisture, pores and pigmentation, and a pharmacist walks you through the result on screen before anything goes in the basket. Two floors — B1 and the whole ground floor — at 35-3 Myeongdong 10-gil.

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4 min from Myeongdong Stn. · open daily 09:00–23:30

The orange BEAUTY LAB PHARMACY shopfront — this myeongdong pharmacy on Myeongdong 10-gilThe entrance of this myeongdong pharmacy, signposted in Korean, 中文, 日本語 and ENGLISHThe ground-floor aisle and skincare shelves inside Myeongdong Beautylab PharmacyThe skin-measurement device and result laptop at this myeongdong pharmacyMyeongdong Beautylab Pharmacy seen from Myeongdong 10-gil in the evening
@beautylab_pharmacy
BEAUTY LAB PHARMACYmyeongdong pharmacy · korea pharmacy · 明洞藥局
Open
Daily 09:00–23:30
Closed
Never — 7 days
Floors
B1 + entire 1F
Languages
KO · EN · JA · ZH
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Posts on Dcard

DcardElsewhere

Threads about Myeongdong Beautylab Pharmacy on the Taiwanese community Dcard. Every quote is the poster's own, kept in the Traditional Chinese they wrote it in — open a post to read the whole thread.

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The shelf is not the starting point. Your skin is.

Skin test

Walk into most shops and the recommendation comes from whatever is on promotion. At this myeongdong pharmacy it comes from a reading: the device checks moisture, pores and pigmentation, and you see the result on screen while the pharmacist explains it. Slots can be reserved in 30-minute increments through the official booking page.

The skin test and consultation, filmed on the shop floor.

  1. ① Reserve a slot

    Pick a time in 30-minute increments on the official booking page. Walk-ins are welcome too, subject to how busy the floor is.

  2. ② Measure

    The device reads your current condition — moisture, pores, pigmentation. The result appears on the screen beside you.

  3. ③ Talk to the pharmacist

    A pharmacist goes through the result with you, explaining ingredients and the order to use them in. The desk carries an ingredient chart in four languages.

  4. ④ Take only what fits

    Only the items that match the reading get recommended. Tax refund and global shipping can be arranged straight afterwards.

The skin test is a measurement to make your current skin condition visible. It is not a medical diagnosis and does not replace treatment. Tell the pharmacist about any medication you are taking.

Book a skin test
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Eight things this myeongdong pharmacy does under one roof

Services

A skin test and a pharmacist consult sit at the centre; derma skincare, medicine, inner beauty, tax refund and global shipping follow from them. The same korea pharmacy serves travellers passing through Myeongdong and the people who live here.

  • Skin Test & Analysis

    A skin-measurement device reads moisture, pores and pigmentation, then we go through the on-screen result with you. Book a slot in 30-minute increments before you arrive at this myeongdong pharmacy.

  • One-on-One Pharmacist Consult

    A pharmacist walks you through ingredients and routine order based on the result. The consultation desk carries a skin-concern ingredient chart written in Korean, English, Japanese and Chinese.

  • Pharmacy-Only Derma Skincare

    In-store signage marks a high-performance skincare line trusted by dermatology clinics and a "Pharmacist's TOP 10" display. What we recommend changes with your result, not with the shelf.

  • Medicine & Travel Essentials

    This is a licensed pharmacy, so digestive care, pain relief and wound care for the road are available after a short consultation with the pharmacist.

  • Inner Beauty & Supplements

    A dedicated Inner Beauty zone in store groups collagen and other supplement lines so they are easy to compare.

  • Four Languages Spoken

    The shopfront board lists Korean, 中文, 日本語 and ENGLISH, and the floor is staffed with travellers from Taiwan, Hong Kong, Japan and English-speaking countries in mind.

  • Tax Refund

    TAX REFUND is signposted on the shopfront, so you can be walked through the refund process right after you shop.

  • Global Shipping

    In-store signage reads "Global Shipping Available", so a reorder can follow you home after the trip.

Medicines are sold after a short consultation with the pharmacist. Tell us your symptoms and anything you are already taking, and the guidance gets more precise.

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Named exactly as the shelves name themselves

In store

These are the zone names printed on the signage inside Myeongdong Beautylab Pharmacy. Knowing where things sit before you arrive makes a visit to this myeongdong pharmacy a short one.

  • Pharmacy Skin Care — The pharmacy-only skincare counter.

    Pharmacy Skin Care

    The pharmacy-only skincare counter.

  • High Performance Skincare — The shelf signposted as "trusted by dermatology clinics".

    High Performance Skincare

    The shelf signposted as "trusted by dermatology clinics".

  • Pharmacist's TOP 10 — Ten items picked by the pharmacist, grouped on one stand.

    Pharmacist's TOP 10

    Ten items picked by the pharmacist, grouped on one stand.

  • Inner Beauty — The ingestible beauty and supplement zone.

    Inner Beauty

    The ingestible beauty and supplement zone.

  • Digestive Care & OTC — Digestive and stomach-care medicine.

    Digestive Care & OTC

    Digestive and stomach-care medicine.

  • Best Picks for Tourists — The stand that gathers what travellers ask for most.

    Best Picks for Tourists

    The stand that gathers what travellers ask for most.

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You should know who is advising you

Chief pharmacist

Consultations at this myeongdong pharmacy are led by the chief pharmacist.

Seonghwan Oh, Chief Pharmacist — Chief Pharmacist

Seonghwan Oh, Chief Pharmacist

Chief Pharmacist

“From skin to overall health — we build your own routine for a better everyday, together.”

We look closely at each guest's skin, health concerns and daily habits, then advise on a direction that fits their current condition. The aim is to pass on correct information in a way that is easy to understand, so you can make the choice you actually need — and build a beauty and wellness routine that belongs to you.

Consulting on the floor of the myeongdong pharmacy.

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Visits filmed in a dozen languages

Clips

Clips posted about Myeongdong Beautylab Pharmacy by visitors from Taiwan, Hong Kong, the US, Indonesia, Spain and Türkiye.

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35-3 Myeongdong 10-gil, the middle of Myeongdong

Visit

About 4 minutes on foot from Myeongdong Station (Line 4) and 8 from Euljiro 1-ga (Line 2). This myeongdong pharmacy opens at 9 in the morning and closes at 23:30, every day of the year.

Address
35-3, Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul — B1 and entire 1F (Chungmuro 2-ga, Samyeong Tower)
Hours
Daily 09:00 – 23:30 (open year-round)
Phone
0507-1309-3347
Email
mdbeautylab.pharmacy@gmail.com
Transit
Myeongdong Stn.4About a 4-minute walk from Myeongdong Station (Line 4) and about 8 minutes from Euljiro 1-ga Station (Line 2) — the two easiest ways to reach this myeongdong pharmacy.
Google Directions0507-1309-3347
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What visitors wrote on Google

Reviews

Reviews left on Google Maps by people who visited this myeongdong pharmacy. Account names are shown only in part, to protect the people who wrote them.

  • S***y L***gLocal Guide · 113 reviews
    2 months ago

    This place is really helpful, and our rep. Yumi explained our skin analysis report and introduced the right products for each of us. We can decide what we want after her suggestion, she is very professional and sweet! It's definitely a place anyone want to look for the right products

  • J*****a T*1 reviews
    3 weeks ago

    I did a skin analysis and got a consultation from the pharmacist Bitna. The service was great! She explained everything in detail and even wrote down some notes to refer to later. Totally recommend!

  • T***a N***lLocal Guide · 14 reviews
    2 months ago

    Wonderful experience at Beauty Lab. So helpful, great selection, great price. Highly recommend a visit. The pharmacist Bitna was absolutely lovely!!

  • K*h s**nLocal Guide · 9 reviews
    last month

    saw Myeongdong Beauty Lab on Reddit Honestly, I'm really glad I visited. The pharmacist (Shin) was super friendly, helpful, and easy to talk with. They answered all my questions without making me feel rushed or pressured into buying anything. Really happy with the whole experience and would definitely go back! before i leave :)

  • H* N****n4 reviews
    2 months ago

    Shin was so helpful and kind. She took the time to explain all the ingredients in the products. I would definitely recommend this location!

  • J*y Z*2 reviews
    last month

    The pharmacist is very friendly and his English is good. The consultation is very thorough as well and they take their time to help

  • K*****n2 reviews
    2 months ago

    Seoyoon & Shin were very helpful and very accommodating to us! Will definitely come back

  • H****h9 reviews
    3 months ago

    Very high quality skin care products for a good price!

  • A***l S****o1 reviews
    2 months ago

    Yumi did a very good job helping me finding my skincare. 🤩

  • N***l M*****lLocal Guide · 78 reviews
    6 months ago

    Very Nice service. Welcoming Staff Danny help so much

  • C**i G*Local Guide · 25 reviews
    4 months ago

    Thank you Shin for the very good assistances!

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Skin playing up while you're in Myeongdong?

Walk-ins are fine, but booking the skin test means no waiting. This korea pharmacy is open 09:00–23:30, every single day.

Book a skin test0507-1309-3347
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Before you visit

FAQ
How do I book the skin test?

Pick a slot in 30-minute increments on the official booking page — reachable from the "Book a skin test" button at the top and bottom of this page, or from the link in the @beautylab_pharmacy Instagram profile. Walk-ins are also welcome, subject to how busy the floor is.

Where exactly are you?

35-3 Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul — B1 and the entire ground floor (Chungmuro 2-ga, Samyeong Tower). It is about a 4-minute walk from Myeongdong Station on Line 4, and about 8 minutes from Euljiro 1-ga on Line 2, which puts this myeongdong pharmacy in the middle of the shopping district.

What are the opening hours?

09:00 to 23:30, Monday through Sunday, all year round. Opening at 9am and closing at 23:30 makes it an easy myeongdong pharmacy to fit either side of a day's plans.

Can I be served in English?

Yes. The shopfront board lists Korean, 中文, 日本語 and ENGLISH, and the skin-concern ingredient chart at the consultation desk is written in all four. The floor is run with travellers from Taiwan, Hong Kong, Japan and English-speaking countries in mind.

Is tax refund available?

TAX REFUND is signposted on the shopfront, so staff can take you through the process right after you pay. Ask before paying to confirm the conditions that apply to your purchase.

Can I reorder after I leave Korea?

In-store signage reads "Global Shipping Available". For a reorder, send an Instagram DM or email mdbeautylab.pharmacy@gmail.com.

Can I buy medicine without a prescription?

This is a licensed korea pharmacy, so over-the-counter items such as digestive care and pain relief can be bought after a short consultation with the pharmacist. Prescription-only medicines still require a prescription.

Does the skin test cost anything?

Pricing and conditions can change, so no figure is published on this page. Check the booking page, or ask directly on +82-507-1309-3347 or by Instagram DM.

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