K-Beauty In Practice: The Art of the Dong-Ahn Look

Join the Center for Asia Pacific Studies and Aurelia Kim, Founder & Makeup Artist of Aube Hair & Makeup, for a live demonstration of the dong-ahn (youthful) makeup technique. 

Drawing on Korean beauty’s focus on a fresh, youthful, and refined look, Aurelia will demonstrate the foundation of the dong-ahn method on a live model, sharing how subtle changes in placement, texture, and balance can shape facial contours and transform the overall look. 

Come explore the artistry and intricacies of K-Beauty and discover how small, intentional details can make a big difference.

This event is co-sponsored by the Asian Studies Department.

Speaker bio: 

Aurelia Kim is the founder & makeup artist of Aube Hair & Makeup, a California-based beauty studio specializing in bridal, photography, and special-event hair and makeup. Her work blends Korean beauty techniques with individualized styling to create polished, natural, and long-lasting looks tailored to each client’s features and personal aesthetic. 

Drawing on years of experience with clients from diverse backgrounds, Aurelia has developed a particular focus on skin preparation, complexion techniques, facial balance, and contemporary Korean-inspired beauty. She is passionate about sharing the artistry behind these techniques and helping others understand how subtle adjustments in texture, placement, and proportion can transform the overall impression of a makeup look.