InterVest

InterVest Co., Ltd. is a venture capital firm based in Seoul, South Korea, founded in 1999. The firm focuses on investments in startups and early-stage businesses, providing pre-initial public offering financing through mezzanine and bridge transactions. InterVest targets a diverse range of sectors, including biotechnology, healthcare, artificial intelligence, fintech, energy and environmental technologies, semiconductor, and digital content. Its investment strategy encompasses seed-stage, early-stage, and later-stage companies across various regions, including South Korea, Singapore, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, India, and the United States. By supporting innovative ventures, InterVest aims to foster growth in emerging industries.

Simon Baek

Director and Investment Professional

Geuna Hyun

Managing Director, Strategic Planning Department

Jay Jeon

Director and Investment Professional

Hyoungju Yun Ph.D

Managing Director and Investment Professional

Sanggyun Kim Ph.D

Managing Director and Investment Professional

Past deals in Beauty

Gangnam Unni

Series C in 2025
Gangnam Unni is in the field of beauty medical services, helping users choose a treatment and a plastic surgery hospital. The difficulty of navigating the process of seeking medical treatment and choosing a hospital continues to persist. Kangnam Unni recognizes the need for change and firmly believes that a combination of transparent medical information and an IT platform can foster a consumer-oriented medical service market. Their ultimate goal is to challenge negative perceptions surrounding plastic surgery and spearhead a significant transformation in the beauty and medical service industries. The Gangnam Unni team is dedicated to innovation, fueled by an unwavering desire to provide exceptional beauty and medical services. With the aim of assisting individuals in selecting a suitable hospital, they have amassed an impressive database of one million user reviews. Additionally, their efforts to promote transparency in medical information have garnered the support of 3,000 subscribers through Gangnam Sister. Furthermore, their mobile application has facilitated hospital consultations for a staggering 3.8 million individuals, resulting in 1.6 million successful cases. As the team continuously clarifies its mission and forges ahead with determination, its collective strength and resolve only grow stronger. Kangnam Unni remains committed to revolutionizing the healthcare industry, ensuring that individuals receive the highest quality of care and a positive experience throughout their medical journeys.

Healing Paper

Series C in 2025
Healing Paper operates a platform focused on enhancing access to cosmetic surgery services while promoting transparency and affordability. The company utilizes information and communication technology to provide patients with estimates for necessary procedures, honest reviews, and special pricing options. In addition to connecting patients with cosmetic treatment options, Healing Paper fosters a real-time community for sharing experiences and offers management tools for post-surgery care. By balancing information between medical professionals and patients, Healing Paper aims to improve the quality of cosmetic beauty services and make them more accessible.

Valla Lab

Seed Round in 2022
Valla Lab is an online-to-offline (O2O) platform based in Korea that connects users with makeup artists for personalized beauty advice and recommendations. The platform leverages artificial intelligence to curate a database of beauty information provided by professional makeup artists and beauty creators. This technology enables clients to receive tailored makeup know-how and product suggestions, enhancing their beauty experience. By facilitating direct interactions between clients and makeup professionals, Valla Lab aims to simplify the process of obtaining expert beauty guidance.

Ohora

Corporate Round in 2019
Ohora is a beauty and nail brand that specializes in the manufacture and retail of gel nail stickers and safety-certified strips. The company offers innovative semi-cured gel nail strips that are designed to provide a professional gel manicure experience at home. These soft strips, which are applied like liquid gel nail polish, harden when cured under ultraviolet light. Ohora's products are toxin-free, allowing for a safer application process. The gel nail art can be easily removed with ordinary acetone, making it convenient for users to maintain their nails. By combining fashion with practicality, Ohora aims to enhance the nail care experience for women.

Pomelo Fashion

Series C in 2019
Pomelo Fashion Co., Ltd. is an online fashion retailer based in Bangkok, Thailand, specializing in women's apparel. Founded in 2013, the company operates both an e-commerce platform and physical retail stores, providing a diverse range of fashion clothing, shoes, and accessories. Pomelo is dedicated to designing and producing its products in Asia, catering to a global consumer base with a modern aesthetic and a commitment to style at competitive prices. The brand collaborates with designers to create house brand items, focusing on eco-conscious, on-trend products that empower women to express their individuality and enhance their personal style.

APR Corporation

Venture Round in 2019
APR is a global beauty-tech company expands beyond beauty with “Medicube” leading the charge.

Healing Paper

Seed Round in 2015
Healing Paper operates a platform focused on enhancing access to cosmetic surgery services while promoting transparency and affordability. The company utilizes information and communication technology to provide patients with estimates for necessary procedures, honest reviews, and special pricing options. In addition to connecting patients with cosmetic treatment options, Healing Paper fosters a real-time community for sharing experiences and offers management tools for post-surgery care. By balancing information between medical professionals and patients, Healing Paper aims to improve the quality of cosmetic beauty services and make them more accessible.
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