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SKIN1004 vs Some By Mi

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SKIN1004 and Some By Mi are popular Korean skincare brands that offer gentle toners, moisturizers, and serums. SKIN1004 focuses on centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide to suit sensitive and dry skin, while the other brand utilizes niacinamide, centella asiatica, and salicylic acid to care for dry sensitive skin and dry skin. Both utilize targeted formulations to address acne, dark spots, and mature skin concerns, yet they differ in their specific hero ingredients and specialized product lines.

SKIN1004 is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2012 and owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2024.

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

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This page compares some of the most popular SKIN1004 and Some By Mi products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular SKIN1004 vs Some By Mi products

People Say

SKIN1004Some By Mi
  • Lightweight texture Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “sunk in like a dream — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “Texture is on the thinner side... surprisingly lightweight. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “absorbs like water — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “absorbs quickly — Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream”
  • Gentle and soothing care Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “calmed my angry skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “Eliminated redness on my easily irritated skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “Calms irritation instantly — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad”
    • “Zero irritation or redness — Some By Mi Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum”
  • Hydration and moisture Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Gives my dehydrated skin a moisture surge — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask”
    • “skin feels plump — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum”
    • “Lasts 100 hours as claimed — Some By Mi Beta Panthenol Repair Cream”
    • “Absorbs quickly — Some By Mi Galactomyces Pure Vitamin C Glow Serum”
  • Skin smoothing and firming Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Skin became smoother — Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner”
    • “Skin feels baby soft — Some By Mi Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum”
    • “skin feels baby soft — Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum”
    • “skin feels super soft — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
  • Acne control and clearing Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Reduces pimples — Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner”
    • “cleared my cystic acne — Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Foam”
    • “flattened my cystic acne — Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum”
    • “didn't cause new breakouts — SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream”
  • Brightens complexion Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Fades dark spots — Some By Mi Galactomyces Pure Vitamin C Glow Serum”
    • “skin looks visibly brighter — Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum”
    • “brightens dull skin — Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream”
    • “Gives a nice glow — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner”
  • Scent and fragrance dislike Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “smells like wet dog — SKIN1004 Zombie Pack”
    • “Has a strong herbal/citrus scent I didn't enjoy. — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil”
    • “smells a bit like plastic — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Cleansing Gel Foam”
    • “overwhelming citrus fragrance — Some By Mi V10 Hyal Air Fit Sunscreen”
  • Insufficient hydration Sometimes NotedRarely Noted
    • “not moisturizing enough — Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream”
    • “need to put a little bit more — Some By Mi Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Serum”
    • “not enough for dry skin — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream”
  • Unnoticeable or slow results Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “No drastic change yet — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner”
    • “didn't notice difference — SKIN1004 Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream”
    • “didn't do much — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner”
    • “didn't do much for old scars — Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum”

SKIN1004 vs Some By Mi routines for dry skin

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SKIN1004 vs Some By Mi routines for oily skin

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SKIN1004 vs Some By Mi routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

SKIN1004 or Some By Mi: which is better?

Both brands are great, but Some By Mi offers superior routines for dry sensitive skin, sensitive skin, and skin with dark spots, while SKIN1004 is known for its lightweight textures and soothing care. Some By Mi excels in acne control, complex brightening, and skin smoothing, whereas SKIN1004 focuses heavily on gentle hydration with centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

What is the difference between SKIN1004 and Some By Mi?

SKIN1004 is focused on lightweight texture and gentle, soothing care, while Some By Mi stands out for skin smoothing, acne control, and brightening your complexion. For routines, Some By Mi achieves a Superior fit for dry sensitive skin, whereas SKIN1004 reaches a High fit level for that skin type.

SKIN1004 or Some By Mi for dry skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Some By Mi fit dry skin well, with Some By Mi offering a Superior routine fit compared to SKIN1004's High fit level. Some By Mi provides products like the Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream with a Superior dry skin fit, while SKIN1004 features items such as the Probio-Cica Essence Toner and Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream with Superior dry skin fits.

SKIN1004 or Some By Mi: which cleanser is better?

Both SKIN1004 and Some By Mi offer well-liked cleansers, with SKIN1004 specializing in soothing lightweight cleansing gels and Some By Mi focusing on deep pore-cleansing and acne-clearing formulas. Reviewers frequently note that Some By Mi cleansers help target blemishes effectively, whereas SKIN1004 products on this page highlight a gentle approach to daily cleansing.

Which is more affordable, SKIN1004 or Some By Mi?

This page does not provide pricing or affordability information for either SKIN1004 or Some By Mi.

Which brand performs better for brightening the complexion, SKIN1004 or Some By Mi?

Some By Mi performs better for brightening the complexion, as reviews note its frequent benefits in skin-smoothing and complexion brightening. Niacinamide, a key ingredient featured across products on the page, helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation and suppress melanosome transfer.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

How do the key ingredients differ between SKIN1004 and Some By Mi products?

SKIN1004 products focus on key ingredients like Centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and panthenol, which help provide soothing hydration and support the skin barrier. Some By Mi products feature niacinamide, Centella asiatica, and salicylic acid, which are known to help control acne and brighten the complexion.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

Which brand is better for acne control and clearing, SKIN1004 or Some By Mi?

Some By Mi is better for acne control and clearing, as the products on this page excel in acne-clearing treatments and skin smoothing textures. Niacinamide may help improve skin condition through its anti-inflammatory properties, while salicylic acid helps unclog pores.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

SKIN1004 or Some By Mi for oily skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Some By Mi fit oily skin at a High level. Some By Mi brings active ingredients like salicylic acid that help with acne control, while SKIN1004 relies on centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid to hydrate the skin.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

SKIN1004 or Some By Mi: which moisturizer is better?

Both SKIN1004 and Some By Mi offer excellent moisturizers, but Some By Mi is a better fit overall for dry sensitive skin. Some By Mi's moisturizers are noted for their brightening and acne-clearing benefits, while SKIN1004 focuses on lightweight and soothing hydration without fragrance.

SKIN1004 or Some By Mi for sensitive skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Some By Mi fit sensitive skin well, with Some By Mi having a Superior routine fit and SKIN1004 having a High routine fit. Reviewers note that Some By Mi offers effective acne-clearing treatments, while SKIN1004 provides soothing and lightweight care.

SKIN1004 or Some By Mi: which sunscreen is better?

Both SKIN1004 and Some By Mi offer sunscreens on this page, and both brands' sunscreens fit sensitive, dry, and oily skin at a High level. SKIN1004's Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum additionally achieves a Superior fit for acne-prone, oily acne-prone, and combination skin.

SKIN1004 or Some By Mi for acne-prone skin?

Both SKIN1004 and Some By Mi have a High routine fit for acne-prone skin, but Some By Mi does better at acne control and clearing. Some By Mi relies on ingredients like salicylic acid and niacinamide, which may help clear blemishes and reduce pigmentation.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

Research behind their key ingredients

Behind this comparison

Lovi compares products by their fit scores, calculated from the 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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