Some By Mi vs ISDIN
Some By Mi and ISDIN are established skincare brands offering serums, cleansers, toners, and moisturizers built around gentle daily comfort and dependable protection. The Korean brand features niacinamide, centella asiatica, and salicylic acid, while the Spanish brand is known for elegant moisturizers, advanced sunscreens, and restorative serums. Both brands suit dry skin and sensitive skin best, with the first specializing in targeted treatments for acne, dark spots, and mature skin through specific items, and the second providing balanced formulas and reliable daily support.
Some By Mi is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2016 and owned by JKL Partners since 2021.
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ISDIN is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig.
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This page compares some of the most popular Some By Mi and ISDIN products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.
Popular Some By Mi vs ISDIN products
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AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner
€20.50
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Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum
€13.50
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AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Foam
€17.95
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AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum
€21.50
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Retinol Intense Advanced Triple Action Eye Cream
€18.50
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Super Matcha Pore Clean Clay Mask
€17.42
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Beta Panthenol Repair Cream
€20.50
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Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream
€18.99
People Say
Lightweight and Absorption Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “absorbs instantly — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
- “ultra-light fluid product, which makes it super easy to apply — ISDIN Fusion Water”
- “Lightweight formula absorbs fast — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
- “absorbs quickly — Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream”
Hydration and Moisture Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
- “My skin felt sooo hydrated and looks so plump and dewey. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
- “skin looks smooth and healthy — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
- “Lasts 100 hours as claimed — Some By Mi Beta Panthenol Repair Cream”
Sensitivity and Gentle Formula Often MentionedOften Mentioned
- “Zero irritation or redness — Some By Mi Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum”
- “doesn't strip dry my skin — Some By Mi Super Matcha Pore Clean Clay Mask”
- “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
- “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
Skin Texture and Smoothing Often MentionedSometimes Noted
- “Skin became smoother — Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner”
- “Surprisingly gentle — Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner”
- “Skin feels baby soft — Some By Mi Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum”
- “skin looks smooth and healthy — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
Brightening and Complexion Often MentionedSometimes Noted
- “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”
- “My hyperpigmentation has lightened and skin looks more even, even shines more. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
Refreshing and Soothing Sensation Often MentionedSometimes Noted
- “Calmed my retinol burn overnight — Some By Mi Beta Panthenol Repair Cream”
- “calm my redness — Some By Mi Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Serum”
- “nice cooling effect — Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Foam”
- “applicator has a cooling effect — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
Scents and Fragrance Often MentionedOften Mentioned
- “overwhelming citrus fragrance — Some By Mi V10 Hyal Air Fit Sunscreen”
- “Smells like mouthwash — Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner”
- “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
- “lingering headache inducing effect — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
Price and Packaging Value Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
- “expensive — Some By Mi Super Matcha Pore Clean Clay Mask”
- “Too expensive for 50ml — Some By Mi Beta Panthenol Repair Cream”
- “bottle is too small — Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum”
- “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
Skin Irritation Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
- “stings my eyes — Some By Mi V10 Hyal Air Fit Sunscreen”
- “caused redness and stinging — Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Foam”
- “this did make my eyes water water in the sun. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
- “mild redness or irritation — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
Some By Mi vs ISDIN routines for dry skin
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Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€14.68
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Hydrating Toner
COSRX Propolis Synergy Toner
Morning
€14.28
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Moisturizer
Elizabeth Arden Advanced Ceramide Lift and Firm Night Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€50.82
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SPF
Fusion Water
Morning
€23.00
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Pre-Cleanser
MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream
Evening · Once a week
€16.25
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Serum or Treatment
Flavo-C Serum
Evening · Once a week
€47.00
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Nourishing Mask
Mediheal Watermide Essential Mask
Once a week
€28.40
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Cleanser
Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Low pH Gel Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€18.98
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Hydrating Toner
Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner
Morning
€19.99
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Moisturizer
Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€18.99
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SPF
V10 Hyal Air Fit Sunscreen
Morning
€29.05
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Pre-Cleanser
MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream
Evening · Once a week
€16.25
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Serum or Treatment
Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Serum
Evening · Once a week
€23.95
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Nourishing Mask
Mediheal Watermide Essential Mask
Once a week
€28.40
Some By Mi vs ISDIN routines for oily skin
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Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€21.45
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Hydrating Toner
Some By Mi Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner
Morning · Once a week
€19.99
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€16.50
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SPF
Eryfotona Actinica
Morning
€34.93
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Pre-Cleanser
Pyunkang Yul Deep Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€22.67
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Cleansing Toner
Pixi Glow Tonic
Evening
€34.00
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Serum or Treatment
Flavo-C Serum
Evening · Once a week
€47.00
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€76.00
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Cleansing Mask
Dr. Sebagh Deep Exfoliating Mask
Once a week
€82.85
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Cleanser
Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Low pH Gel Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€18.98
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Hydrating Toner
Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner
Morning · Once a week
€19.99
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Moisturizer
Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€18.99
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SPF
V10 Hyal Air Fit Sunscreen
Morning
€29.05
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Pre-Cleanser
Pyunkang Yul Deep Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€22.67
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Cleansing Toner
AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner
Evening
€20.50
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Serum or Treatment
AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum
Evening · Once a week
€21.50
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€76.00
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Cleansing Mask
Super Matcha Pore Clean Clay Mask
Once a week
€17.42
Some By Mi vs ISDIN routines for combination skin
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Cleanser
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€56.86
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Hydrating Toner
La Mer The Tonic
Morning · Once a week
€115.30
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Moisturizer
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion (with Birch Sap)
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€16.50
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SPF
Eryfotona Actinica
Morning
€34.93
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Pre-Cleanser
Pyunkang Yul Deep Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€22.67
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Cleansing Toner
Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0
Evening
€22.99
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Serum or Treatment
Flavo-C Serum
Evening · Once a week
€47.00
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€76.00
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Cleansing Mask
Sand & Sky Australian Pink Clay Porefining Face Mask
Once a week
€48.22
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Cleanser
Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Low pH Gel Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€18.98
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Hydrating Toner
Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner
Morning · Once a week
€19.99
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Moisturizer
Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
€18.99
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SPF
V10 Hyal Air Fit Sunscreen
Morning
€29.05
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Pre-Cleanser
Pyunkang Yul Deep Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
€22.67
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Cleansing Toner
AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner
Evening
€20.50
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Serum or Treatment
AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum
Evening · Once a week
€21.50
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
€76.00
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Cleansing Mask
Super Matcha Pore Clean Clay Mask
Once a week
€17.42
Questions and answers
Some By Mi or ISDIN: which is better?
Both brands offer great options, but ISDIN generally edges ahead with superior ratings across more skin types and stronger reviews for lightweight texture and hydration, while Some By Mi excels more in pricing value, skin brightening, and smoothing textures.
What is the difference between Some By Mi and ISDIN?
Some By Mi and ISDIN differ in their formulations and review strengths, with Some By Mi focusing on brightening, texture smoothing, and fragrance-free options, while ISDIN excels in lightweight sunscreens and hydration. Lovi shows that ISDIN achieves a Superior fit for oily and combination skin, whereas Some By Mi matches that top level for dry, sensitive, and dark spot-prone skin.
Some By Mi or ISDIN for dry skin?
Both Some By Mi and ISDIN are well suited for dry skin, with Lovi giving them both a Superior routine fit level. Some By Mi provides fragrance-free options and rich moisturizers, while ISDIN offers ultralight sunscreens and lightweight hydration.
Some By Mi or ISDIN: which moisturizer is better?
Both brands offer moisturizers, but ISDIN provides lightweight options while Some By Mi features products that help with brightening and soothing. Lovi rates the routine fit for the Beta Panthenol Repair Cream from Some By Mi as High for dry skin, whereas the Hyaluronic Concentrate from ISDIN is rated as Average for dry skin.
Which is more affordable, Some By Mi or ISDIN?
Some By Mi is more affordable, as reviewers often note ISDIN for its high price point while Some By Mi scores better for price and packaging value.
Which brand has better skin texture and smoothing results, Some By Mi or ISDIN?
Some By Mi does better than ISDIN for skin texture and smoothing. Reviewers often mention its skin smoothing textures.
Do any Some By Mi products contain fragrance compared to ISDIN?
Every product from Some By Mi on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas several ISDIN products contain fragrance.
Which brand performs better for brightening and complexion improvement?
Some By Mi performs better for brightening and complexion improvement. Reviewers often note its effectiveness in this area, and every product on the page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.
Some By Mi or ISDIN for oily skin?
For oily skin, ISDIN offers a Superior Lovi fit level, whereas Some By Mi provides a High fit level. Reviewers often mention ISDIN for ultralight, makeup-friendly, and skin-friendly sunscreens.
Some By Mi or ISDIN: which sunscreen is better?
When comparing sunscreens from both brands, ISDIN stands out for its ultralight and makeup-friendly formulations like Fusion Water. Meanwhile, the products on this page from Some By Mi, such as the V10 Hyal Air Fit Sunscreen, offer a high level of fit across various skin types without any added fragrance.
Some By Mi or ISDIN for sensitive skin?
Both Some By Mi and ISDIN are great for sensitive skin, as Lovi rates both brands as Superior for this skin type. Reviewers note that both brands offer gentle formulas, and every Some By Mi product on this page lists no fragrance.
Some By Mi or ISDIN for acne-prone skin?
ISDIN is superior for acne-prone skin, while Some By Mi achieves a high Lovi fit level. Niacinamide in Some By Mi products may help reduce blemishes and skin pigmentation.
Research behind their key ingredients
The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer
Topical menthol--a human model for cold pain by activation and sensitization of C nociceptors
Molecular basis of retinol anti-ageing properties in naturally aged human skin in vivo
Topical palmitoyl pentapeptide provides improvement in photoaged human facial skin
HelixComplex snail mucus as a potential technology against O3 induced skin damage
Vitamin C-squalene bioconjugate promotes epidermal thickening and collagen production in human skin
Ethosomes of Phenylethyl Resorcinol as Vesicular Delivery System for Skin Lightening Applications
The use of green tea extract in cosmetic formulations: not only an antioxidant active ingredient
A comparative study of gluconolactone versus benzoyl peroxide in the treatment of acne
Allergy to oxidized limonene and linalool is frequent in the U.K
Comparison of methods for assessing photoprotection against ultraviolet A in vivo
The anti wrinkle efficacy of synthetic hexapeptide (Argireline) in Chinese Subjects
Nanocomplex of quaternized cyclodextrin grafted chitosan and hyaluronic acid for a skin delivery
The clinical efficacy of a new emulsion for acne and conspicuous facial pore amelioration
Retrospective Review of Dermal Safety Studies of Organic Sunscreens
Targeting Circadian Rhythm for the Regulation of Skin Collagen Metabolism
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.
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Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Medical Board
Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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