Olive Young Black Friday 2026: Dates, Deals & Smart Tips

Olive Young Black Friday is the one week a year when Korea’s biggest beauty store runs its own Black Friday event, and if you’re in Seoul in early November, it’s worth planning a stop. In 2026, it runs from Sunday, November 1 to Saturday, November 7, both in the Olive Young app and in stores.

It’s different from the regular Olive Young sale that happens four times a year. Black Friday has its own extras, like store-only specials that change from branch to branch and limited mystery boxes that tend to sell out fast. Many labels and in-store signs are in Korean only, so it helps to know what to look for before you walk in.

This guide covers the key dates, how the main deals work, how to get a tax refund as a visitor, what’s worth stocking up on, and what to do if you miss it.

olive young black friday shopping in seoul — One week, one very full basket

📅 Olive Young Black Friday 2026: Key Dates

What	When
Black Friday week	Nov 1 (Sun) – Nov 7 (Sat), 2026
Where	Olive Young stores in Korea + the Korean Olive Young app
Special drop	Nov 4 (Wed), one day only, limited quantity
Deals	Coupons, one-day and one-week specials, store-only specials, mystery boxes

Details can change, so check the in-app notice or ask staff in store. This event is for Olive Young in Korea. Olive Young Global, the international online store, runs its own separate promotions.

🛒 Black Friday vs the Regular Olive Young Sale

	Black Friday	Big sale	Olive Day
When	November, once a year	March, June, September, December	25th–27th of every month
Who	All shoppers	All shoppers	Olive members
What’s special	Store-only specials, mystery boxes	Big brand discounts	Member-only prices

If you’re visiting at another time of year, our Olive Young sale guide lists the regular sale months.

🔥 Last Pick: Store-Only Specials

“Last Pick” (라스트픽) is the in-store part of Olive Young Black Friday. Major branches pick their own items to discount more deeply, so two stores a few blocks apart can have different deals.

Discounts vary: Last year, some items were marked down by up to 70%.
Check a few stores: If you’re shopping in Myeongdong or Hongdae, it’s easy to walk between branches.
Bigger stores restock more often: Smaller branches can sell out on the first day.
Check the date: Some deeply discounted items may have a shorter use-by date, so look at the box before you pay.

🎁 Mystery Boxes and the Nov 4 Special Drop

Olive Young’s Black Friday mystery box (called the “Blackprise Box,” 블프라이즈 박스) contains 6–7 full-size products picked at random. There are two types, both sold in limited quantities in stores and online. You won’t know exactly what’s inside, which is half the fun.

On November 4, there’s also a one-day special drop with limited stock. If you’re in Seoul that day, it’s worth checking the app in the morning.

⏰ One-Day and One-Week Specials

During Black Friday week, some products are discounted for just one day, while others stay on special all week. One-day deals change daily, so if you have a favorite brand, check the app each morning. If you don’t have a Korean phone number to use the app, the specials are usually marked on store shelves too.

olive young tax refund with passport — Passport out for an instant tax refund

💳 Olive Young Tax Refund for Visitors

Bring your passport. Many Olive Young stores in tourist areas offer an instant tax refund at the counter.
Minimum spend: Purchases from about ₩15,000 (about $11) per receipt at participating stores usually qualify.
Look for the “Tax Free” sign at the store entrance or counter.
Long stays don’t qualify: Visitors who’ve stayed in Korea for six months or more generally can’t get the refund.

Combine the instant refund with Black Friday prices, and the savings can add up quickly.

🧴 What to Stock Up On

Sunscreen: A Korean favorite to bring home. See our Olive Young sunscreen guide to pick one for your skin type.
Moisturizers and barrier creams: November is when skin starts getting dry, so it’s a good time to stock up.
Toner pads: An easy daily step. Compare picks in our toner pad guide.
Sheet masks: Light, flat and easy to pack.
Gift sets: Holiday sets often start appearing in November. Our Olive Young gift set guide explains Korean labels like 기획 (value set) and 증정 (free gift).

📆 Missed Black Friday? Try the December Sale

If you’re arriving after Olive Young Black Friday ends on November 7, you haven’t missed everything. Olive Young’s regular big sale also runs in December, and Olive Day comes around at the end of every month. Exact December dates are usually announced on the app and Olive Young’s social accounts shortly before.

🩺 Pair Shopping with Skin Care

Many visitors combine an Olive Young haul with a dermatology visit, since winter’s lower UV makes it a popular season for laser care. On YeoTi, you can compare clinics near shopping areas like Myeongdong and Gangnam, see prices with VAT included, and book in English. Eligible foreign members can also get 5% back with Smart Refund.

❓ FAQ

Q1. When is Olive Young Black Friday 2026?
- November 1 to November 7, 2026, in the Korean Olive Young app and stores.
Q2. Is Olive Young Black Friday the same as the Olive Young sale?
- No. Black Friday happens once a year in November. The regular big sale runs in March, June, September and December.
Q3. Can foreigners get Black Friday deals in store?
- Yes. In-store deals are open to everyone, and you can still get an instant tax refund with your passport at participating stores.
Q4. What’s in the Olive Young mystery box?
- Six to seven random full-size products. Contents aren’t revealed in advance, and quantities are limited.
Q5. Is Olive Young Global part of the Korean Black Friday event?
- The event covers Olive Young in Korea. Olive Young Global runs its own promotions, so check its site separately.

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