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Some By Mi skincare

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

Some By Mi is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2016 and owned by JKL Partners since 2021.

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Some By Mi's products on this page cover serums, cleansers, toners, moisturizers, and more, built around niacinamide, centella asiatica, and salicylic acid. Some By Mi products fit sensitive skin and skin with dark spots best. For acne-prone skin, Lovi rates the Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner highest; for skin with dark spots, the AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner; and for mature skin, the Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Low pH Gel Cleanser. Its key ingredients: niacinamide decreases hyperpigmentation and improves skin aging signs and salicylic acid reduces acne lesions and maintains skin clarity.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002BioMed Research International, 2020

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Some By Mi serums and treatments

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People Say

★4.5Overall rating based on 63.4k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise Some By Mi for effectively clearing acne and managing breakouts, brightening dull skin and fading dark spots, and providing lightweight hydration with a soothing texture. The most common complaints are skin dryness and irritation or purging, and strong or unpleasant scents.

Highlights

  • Gentle and lightweight serums Mostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs quickly — Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Serum”
    • “absorbs instantly — Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum”
    • “Good for sensitive skin — Galactomyces Pure Vitamin C Glow Serum”
  • Deep pore cleansing cleansers Mostly Mentioned
    • “Face feels clean — Bye Bye Blackhead Bubble Cleanser”
    • “pores look visibly smaller — AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Foam”
  • Excellent texture moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs quickly — Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream”
    • “Melts like butter — Beta Panthenol Repair Cream”
    • “Lasts 100 hours as claimed — Beta Panthenol Repair Cream”
  • Complexion brightening Often Mentioned
    • “Fades dark spots — Galactomyces Pure Vitamin C Glow Serum”
    • “skin looks visibly brighter — Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum”
    • “It gives a brightening effect on my skin — Yuja Niacin Brightening All-In-One Cleanser”
  • Effective acne-clearing treatments Often Mentioned
    • “Reduces pimples — AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner”
    • “cleared my cystic acne — AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Foam”
    • “flattened my cystic acne — AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum”
  • Skin smoothing textures Often Mentioned
    • “Skin became smoother — AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner”
    • “Skin feels baby soft — Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum”
    • “skin feels baby soft — AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum”
  • Strong or medicinal scent Often Mentioned
    • “overwhelming citrus fragrance — V10 Hyal Air Fit Sunscreen”
    • “Smells like mouthwash — AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner”
    • “Smell is too strong — Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum”
  • Drying or stripping effects Sometimes Noted
    • “not moisturizing enough — Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream”
    • “Skin felt tight — AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner”
    • “left my skin tight — AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Foam”
  • Overhyped or low-potency results Sometimes Noted
    • “didn't do much for old scars — Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum”
    • “not noticed any significant changes — Retinol Intense Advanced Triple Action Eye Cream”
    • “Only 3% Vitamin C — Galactomyces Pure Vitamin C Glow Serum”
  • Not suitable for sensitive skin Sometimes Noted
    • “stings my eyes — V10 Hyal Air Fit Sunscreen”
    • “caused redness and stinging — AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Foam”
    • “lights my skin on fire — Retinol Intense Advanced Triple Action Eye Cream”
  • Sticky or tacky finish Sometimes Noted
    • “leaves sticky film — Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream”
    • “Leaves sticky residue — AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner”
    • “Leaves a sticky residue — Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum”

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Questions and answers

Is Some By Mi good for oily skin?

Yes, Some By Mi is well-suited for oily skin. Lovi rates the Some By Mi-focused routine High for oily skin, and several products like the AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner and Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner achieve a Superior fit for this skin type.

Is Some By Mi worth it?

Some By Mi is worth considering, as Lovi rates its routines Superior for dry and sensitive skin and High for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin. The Some By Mi products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients, and reviewers frequently mention gentle, lightweight serums and effective acne-clearing treatments.

What are Some By Mi's best products?

Some By Mi's best products are those that rate Superior for the skin types the brand fits best, including Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream, Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner, and Galactomyces Pure Vitamin C Glow Serum. Lovi rates these products Superior for sensitive skin, skin with dark spots, and dry sensitive skin.

Which Some By Mi moisturizer is best for dry skin?

Lovi rates Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream as Superior and Beta Panthenol Repair Cream as High for dry skin. Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream is the best moisturizer on this page for dry skin.

Does Some By Mi cause breakouts?

Some By Mi is unlikely to cause breakouts, as the brand features effective acne-clearing treatments and ingredients like salicylic acid. Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for acne-prone skin.

Is Some By Mi fragrance-free?

Yes, because every product from the Some By Mi products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

What are the key ingredients in Some By Mi products?

The key ingredients in the Some By Mi products on this page are Niacinamide, Centella asiatica, and Salicylic acid. Niacinamide helps reduce dark spots on the skin.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

How do I build a Some By Mi skincare routine?

To build a Some By Mi routine for dry skin, start your morning with Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Low probiotic cleanser, Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner, Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream, and V10 Hyal Air Fit Sunscreen. In the evening, use Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream, Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Low probiotic cleanser, Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Serum, and Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream. Lovi rates the resulting Some By Mi routine as Superior for dry skin.

Where can I buy Some By Mi, and how much does it cost?

Some By Mi is available from stores in Germany, with prices on this page ranging from five euros and seventy cents to thirty-three euros and fifty cents, and most items costing between fifteen euros and seventy-eight cents and eighteen euros and fifty cents.

What are good alternatives to Some By Mi?

Good alternatives to Some By Mi include SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea, which all have pages on Lovi.

Some By Mi vs SKIN1004: which is better?

Neither brand is universally better, as both offer top-tier routines depending on your specific needs. Lovi rates the Some By Mi-focused routine as Superior for sensitive skin and dry skin, and High for oily skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin.

Who owns Some By Mi, and where is it from?

Some By Mi is a Korean brand founded in 2016, owned by JKL Partners since 2021.

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Is Some By Mi cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Some By Mi as cruelty-free.

Is Some By Mi good for dry skin?

Yes, Some By Mi works well for dry skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. The selection of Some By Mi products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, which helps keep the skin calm.

Which Some By Mi cleanser is best for oily skin?

Lovi rates Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Low pH Gel Cleanser as the best for oily skin among the options on this page, followed by Yuja Niacin Brightening All-In-One Cleanser and Bye Bye Blackhead Bubble Cleanser, which all rate High. These cleansers help manage oil while keeping the skin balanced.

Is Some By Mi good for sensitive skin?

Yes, Some By Mi is well-suited for sensitive skin, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers frequently mention gentle textures across the range, and the Some By Mi products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

Which Some By Mi sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?

Lovi rates V10 Hyal Air Fit Sunscreen High for sensitive skin. It is the sole sunscreen featured on this page for this skin type.

Is Some By Mi good for acne-prone skin?

Yes, Some By Mi is well-suited for acne-prone skin, with Lovi rating the brand-focused routine High for this skin type. Products such as AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum and Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner offer Superior fits for managing breakouts. Additionally, topical ingredients like salicylic acid and tea tree oil help clear acne-prone skin.

Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007

Is Some By Mi good for skin with dark spots?

Yes, Some By Mi works well for skin with dark spots, as the brand features multiple top-tier brightening products that help fade uneven areas. Lovi rates the AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner and Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner as Superior for skin with dark spots. Niacinamide may help reduce pigmentation and even out skin tone.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

Is Some By Mi good for mature skin?

Some By Mi is well-suited for mature skin, with Lovi rating the brand-focused routine Superior for dry mature skin types. The products help smooth textures and reduce signs of aging using key ingredients like retinol, which stimulates collagen accumulation to improve aged skin.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007

Research behind Some By Mi's key ingredients

Behind these ratings

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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