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Some By Mi vs Bioderma

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

Some By Mi and Bioderma are two distinct skincare lines offering serums, cleansers, toners, moisturizers, and more for sensitive skin and acne-prone skin. The Korean brand relies on niacinamide, centella asiatica, and salicylic acid to address dry sensitive skin, acne, dark spots, and mature skin. Meanwhile, the French brand uses nourishing glycerin to deliver high-tolerance formulations that suit sensitive skin and acne-prone skin best. While both brands care for reactivity, they differ through their specific ingredient profiles and regional origins.

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

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Bioderma is a French skincare brand founded in 1977 and owned by Jean-Noël Thorel Foundation since 2018.

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

Popular Some By Mi vs Bioderma products

People Say

Some By MiBioderma
  • Gentle and Non-Irritating Formula Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “doesn't sting my eyes — Bioderma Sensibio H2O”
    • “doesn't cause any irritation — Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Cleansing Oil”
    • “mildest face wash I've tried — Bioderma Sensibio Gel Moussant”
    • “Zero irritation or redness — Some By Mi Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum”
  • Hydration and Moisture Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “healed my dry skin — Bioderma Sébium Hydra”
    • “skin feels plump — Bioderma Atoderm Crème Ultra”
    • “leaves skin feeling hydrated — Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Cleansing Oil”
    • “Lasts 100 hours as claimed — Some By Mi Beta Panthenol Repair Cream”
  • Lightweight and Fast Absorbing Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “absorbs quickly — Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream”
    • “absorbs quickly — Some By Mi Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Serum”
    • “absorbs instantly — Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum”
    • “absorbs instantly — Bioderma Hydrabio Serum”
  • Refreshing and Soothing 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”
    • “reduces redness — Bioderma Sébium Hydra”
  • Skin Texture and Smoothing Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “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”
    • “Noticeable difference in size of pores — Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner”
  • Brightening and Glow Often MentionedRarely 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”
    • “It brightened my skin and faded dark spots. — Bioderma Pigmentbio Sensitive Areas”
  • Scent and Fragrance Issues Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “Very unpleasant chemical smell. You definitely don't want this accidentally going into your mouth. — Bioderma Sébium Gel moussant”
    • “scent is too strong — Bioderma Hydrabio Serum”
    • “strong scent — Bioderma Sébium Hydra”
    • “overwhelming citrus fragrance — Some By Mi V10 Hyal Air Fit Sunscreen”
  • Drying and Dehydration Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Skin felt tight — Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner”
    • “left my skin tight — Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Foam”
    • “Skin looks like sandpaper — Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner”
    • “It isn't a cleanser I can use every day... it can be very drying. — Bioderma Sébium Gel moussant”
  • Sticky or Tacky Residue Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “leaves sticky film — Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream”
    • “Not a miracle — Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner”
    • “requires a thorough follow-up — Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Cleansing Oil”
    • “feels sticky at first — Bioderma Atoderm Intensive Baume”

Some By Mi vs Bioderma routines for dry skin

Buy Some By Mi routine · £90.42 · 91% fitBuy Bioderma routine · £108.52 · 87% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

Some By Mi vs Bioderma routines for oily skin

Buy Some By Mi routine · £120.03 · 87% fitBuy Bioderma routine · £188.24 · 82% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Some By Mi vs Bioderma routines for combination skin

Buy Some By Mi routine · £126.95 · 88% fitBuy Bioderma routine · £129.96 · 84% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Questions and answers

Some By Mi or Bioderma: which is better?

Some By Mi is better for brightening and smoothing textures, while Bioderma is better for gentle and non-irritating formulas and moisturization. Lovi finds that Some By Mi has a Superior fit for dry sensitive skin, sensitive skin, and skin with dark spots, whereas Bioderma has a High fit for those same skin types.

What is the difference between Some By Mi and Bioderma?

Some By Mi is a South Korean brand founded in 2016 that focuses on brightening and smoothing textures with key ingredients like niacinamide and salicylic acid, while Bioderma is a French brand founded in 1977 that excels in gentle, soothing barrier-repairing formulas with glycerin and golden seaweed. Lovi finds that Some By Mi has a superior routine fit for dry sensitive skin, sensitive skin, and skin with dark spots, whereas Bioderma achieves a high fit across those same skin types.

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Some By Mi or Bioderma for dry skin?

Some By Mi fits dry skin better with a Superior routine level, whereas Bioderma offers a High routine level. Reviewers on the page mostly mention Bioderma for soothing and barrier-repairing moisturizers, while Some By Mi features products formulated with key ingredients like niacinamide.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

Some By Mi or Bioderma: which cleanser is better?

When comparing cleansers on this page, both Some By Mi and Bioderma offer options well-suited for various skin types, such as oily and acne-prone skin. Lovi rates Some By Mi cleansers like the Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Low pH Gel Cleanser as High to Superior for skin with dark spots and mature skin, while Bioderma cleansers like the Sensibio Gel Moussant reach High levels across sensitive, dry, and oily skin types.

Which is more affordable, Some By Mi or Bioderma?

This page does not compare the prices or affordability of Some By Mi and Bioderma.

Which brand performs better for skin with dark spots, Some By Mi or Bioderma?

Some By Mi performs better for skin with dark spots, as Lovi rates its routine as Superior compared to Bioderma's High fit level. The products on this page help reduce cutaneous pigmentation with key ingredients like niacinamide.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

How do the fragrance-free options compare between Some By Mi and Bioderma?

Some By Mi stands out with every product on this page listing no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas Bioderma features added fragrance in nearly half of its products.

Which brand offers better skin texture and smoothing benefits, Some By Mi or Bioderma?

Some By Mi does better than Bioderma for skin texture and smoothing benefits. Reviewers on the page mostly mention skin smoothing textures for Some By Mi products.

Some By Mi or Bioderma for oily skin?

Both Some By Mi and Bioderma provide a High Lovi routine fit for oily skin. Some By Mi helps by offering products on this page featuring niacinamide and salicylic acid.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

Some By Mi or Bioderma: which moisturizer is better?

When it comes to moisturizers, Bioderma is better for soothing and barrier repair, while Some By Mi helps more with brightening and lightweight hydration.

Some By Mi or Bioderma for sensitive skin?

Some By Mi is better for sensitive skin because Lovi rates its routine as Superior, compared to High for Bioderma. Every product on the Some By Mi page lists no fragrance.

Some By Mi or Bioderma for acne-prone skin?

Both Some By Mi and Bioderma are good options for acne-prone skin, as the routine fit for this skin type is High for each brand. Some By Mi features key ingredients like salicylic acid and niacinamide across the products on this page to help target blemishes and clear pores.

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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