MCP

The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is a lightweight, JSON‑based wrapper that enables client applications (e.g., Cursor, Copilot in VS Code, Claude for Desktop) to invoke the YouCam AI services without dealing with low‑level HTTP details.

Key benefits: By adding a single entry to MCP configuration JSON file and supplying your YouCam API key, any MCP‑compatible client (Cursor, Copilot in VS Code, Claude for Desktop) can instantly access the full suite of YouCam AI services - skin analysis, cloth virtual try‑on, hair styling, fashion rendering, and more functions. The client abstracts request formatting, authentication handling, and asynchronous polling, allowing developers to focus on workflow integration rather than low‑level API mechanics.

• An MCP‑compatible client installed (Claude Desktop, Codex, Cursor, Copilot in VS Code, etc.).
• Network access to the YouCam MCP servers, there are 3 categories:
  • https://mcp-api-01.makeupar.com/mcp/beauty
  • https://mcp-api-01.makeupar.com/mcp/fashion
  • https://mcp-api-01.makeupar.com/mcp/creators
• A valid YouCam API key (see next Section).

The client itself already implements request/response serialization and polling logic; no additional code is required from the developer.

1. Navigate to the API‑key console: https://yce.perfectcorp.com/api-console/en/api-keys/
2. Create a new key or copy an existing one.
3. Store the key securely (environment variable, secret manager, etc.).

Example environment variable (adjust for your deployment): YOUR_API_KEY=your‑api‑key

MCP clients read a JSON configuration file named mcp.json. Add an entry for the YouCam MCP server as shown below:

• YouCam for Beauty & Skin Care

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "youcam-beauty": {
      "url": "https://mcp-api-01.makeupar.com/mcp/beauty",
      "headers": {
        "Authorization": "Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"
      }
    }
  }
}

• YouCam for Fashion & Retail

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "youcam-fashion": {
      "url": "https://mcp-api-01.makeupar.com/mcp/fashion",
      "headers": {
        "Authorization": "Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"
      }
    }
  }
}

• YouCam for Creators

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "youcam-creators": {
      "url": "https://mcp-api-01.makeupar.com/mcp/creators",
      "headers": {
        "Authorization": "Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"
      }
    }
  }
}

Configuration steps

The configuration is static; any change to the key requires a client reload.

Integration with Popular MCP‑Aware Clients

1. Download and install Node.js and npm.

2. Settings → Developer → Edit config → open claude_desktop_config.json file

   

3. update the mcpServers section

4. replace the YOUR_API_KEY part with your actual api key

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "youcam-beauty": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "mcp-remote",
        "https://mcp-api-01.makeupar.com/mcp/beauty",
        "--header",
        "Authorization:${AUTH_HEADER}"
      ],
      "env": {
        "AUTH_HEADER": "Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"
      }
    }
  }
}

5. File → Exit to restart claude desktop app

1. Open Settings → Tools & MCP → Add Custom MCP

   

2. Add settings into mcp.json file

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "youcam-beauty": {
      "url": "https://mcp-api-01.makeupar.com/mcp/beauty",
      "type": "http",
      "headers": {
        "Authorization": "Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"
      }
    }
  }
}

3. Navigate to Cursor Settings → Tools & MCP

4. Enable or Disable the desired tools in 'Installed MCP Servers' section

Copilot in VS Code option 1:

1. > MCP: Add Server

   

2. choose HTTP

   

3. enter the server url

4. name the mcp server

5. header setting: fill in the api token

Copilot in VS Code option 2:

1. > MCP: Open User Configuration

2. Update the youcam-beauty setting to mcp.json

{
    "servers": {
        "youcam-beauty": {
            "url": "https://mcp-api-01.makeupar.com/mcp/beauty",
            "type": "http",
            "headers": {
                "Authorization": "Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"
            }
        }
    }
}

YouCam for Beauty & Skin Care includes the following tools for makeup, skincare analysis, facial enhancement, and appearance transformation:

• YouCam for Beauty & Skin Care

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "youcam-beauty": {
      "url": "https://mcp-api-01.makeupar.com/mcp/beauty",
      "headers": {
        "Authorization": "Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"
      }
    }
  }
}

The YouCam for Fashion & Retail includes the following API tools for fashion, accessory, and styling applications:

• YouCam for Fashion & Retail

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "youcam-fashion": {
      "url": "https://mcp-api-01.makeupar.com/mcp/fashion",
      "headers": {
        "Authorization": "Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"
      }
    }
  }
}

The following AI-powered tools available in YouCam for Creators are grouped by their primary functionality:

• YouCam for Creators

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "youcam-creators": {
      "url": "https://mcp-api-01.makeupar.com/mcp/creators",
      "headers": {
        "Authorization": "Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"
      }
    }
  }
}