YouCam API Skin AI & Apparel VTO Hackathon
By Perfect Corp
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Quick Answer
Build AI-powered beauty and fashion solutions using Perfect Corp's YouCam API — $6,000 prize pool.
- Funding amount
- Varies
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- Perfect Corp
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- International
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 17 August 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Perfect Corp. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this competition
The YouCam API Skin AI & Apparel VTO Hackathon, hosted by Perfect Corp, invites developers, designers, and innovators to build cutting-edge applications using the YouCam API. The challenge focuses on two key areas: Skin AI (skin analysis, diagnostics, and personalisation) and Apparel Virtual Try-On (VTO). Participants will leverage Perfect Corp's industry-leading AR and AI technology to create solutions for the beauty and fashion retail sectors.
Who Should Apply Open to developers, data scientists, AR/VR enthusiasts, and entrepreneurs worldwide. Solo participants and teams are welcome.
Tracks / Themes
- Skin AI: Build applications that analyse skin conditions, recommend products, or provide personalised skincare routines.
- Apparel VTO: Create virtual try-on experiences for clothing and accessories using the YouCam API.
Format & Timeline This is a fully virtual hackathon running from July 6 to August 17, 2026. Participants can work remotely and submit their projects via Devpost. Judging will be based on creativity, technical implementation, usability, and potential impact.
Prizes Total prize pool of $6,000 (approximately ₹5,52,000 INR) distributed across winning submissions. Additional non-cash prizes may include API credits or mentorship opportunities.
Eligibility Open to participants globally. No geographic restrictions. Individuals and teams of any size can participate.
How to Apply Register and submit your project on the official Devpost page linked above. The deadline for submissions is August 17, 2026.
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What You Get
Winners share a $6,000 prize pool. 1st place takes $5,000 cash; 2nd place takes $1,000 cash; 3rd–5th place win API units. Every winning team also gets a feature on the Perfect Corp. blog and a Product/Developer Marketing Meeting. All registered participants receive 1,000 free YouCam API units (a $179 value) immediately after redeeming their exclusive code — enough to build, deploy, and demo a working prototype. Prizes are paid out as cash and API credits, with no equity or repayment involved.
How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
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Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
