Backne is a problem for many teens and adults, but lately, we got many skincare brands focusing on this body care problem. Some By Mi is a K-beauty brand that every person with acne-prone skin should already know because in just 30 days this brand can make miracles on your skin. I've tested Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Body Cleanser and Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA Calming Body Lotion on my backne and the results are something you would never expect!
About Some By Mi
Some By Mi is a brand that became successful overnight... Or at least that's how it feels. The name Some By Mi is a combination of "something" and "by a miracle". Some By Mi wanted to create a miracle for the skin that isn't temporary, that's why the team of skin professionals created ideal formulas for your skin with the use of natural ingredients since mother nature gave us many amazing ingredients. Some By Mi avoids so-called "worrisome ingredient". AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle is probably the most known series by Some By Mi, even if this brand has even more to offer!
How to deal with Backne?
Backne isn't an easy problem, I've decided to test Some By Mi Aha Bha Pha 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Body Cleanser and Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA Calming Body Lotion because backne & folliculitis are two problems that even for me - a professional esthetician can't deal sometimes. Backne is not caused by poor hygiene, it's a more complicated issue and it might be related to hormonal problems, stress, diet or wrong clothing. Yes, the clothes you wear or detergents might irritate your skin. We have to think about acne as an inflammation. What's the best for acne? Exfoliants like Salicylic Acid and lots of moisturizing and calming ingredients like green tea extract, Centella Asiatica or panthenol.
Some By Mi Aha Bha Pha 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Body Cleanser - packaging
This product comes in a paper box with lots of important information about this product. The original product will have stickers to prove its originality. The bottle has a typical green-blue bottle that reminds me of calming ingredients. It has a good pump, I barely ever use body cleansers with pumps, but this one got my heart!
Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Body Cleanser - texture & scent
The formula has a texture like a body wash, but at the same time, it reminds me more of a facial cleanser, because the texture is not as greasy and bubbly. This body cleanser has no harsh surfactants so don't expect lots of bubbles. The scent reminds me of tea tree oil.
Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Body Cleanser - Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Lauric Acid, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Myristic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Coco-Betaine, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Chloride, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Trideceth-10, Capric Acid, Palmitic Acid, Salicylic Acid(5,000 ppm), Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Dextrin, Mandelic Acid(10 ppm), Gluconic Acid(10 ppm), Lactobionic Acid(2 ppm), Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Butylene Glycol, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Madecassoside, Propolis Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid(10 ppm), Sodium Benzoate, Hexylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Limonene
Water is an ingredient that you can find in almost every product. Its purpose in products is easy - it's a solvent. Glycerin is one of the most popular humectants in skincare. There's a large number of myths around glycerin like it can clog your skin. It doesn't clog your pores, but too much glycerin can make a sticky layer on the epidermis and even make your skin dryer than before due to TEWL (Transepidermal Water Loss). Still, it's an ingredient that we want to see in formulas. Lauric Acid is a fatty acid that works as an emulsifier, but what made me surprised - it reduces inflammation, that's why you can find it in formulas for acne-prone skin. Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a mild surfactant.
Myristic Acid is another surfactant on the list. Potassium Hydroxide helps with the pH of the formula. Coco-Betaine is an amphoteric surfactant, just by the name we can expect it is derived from coconut. This surfactant has also good meaning for your hair - it protects your hair from statics. Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate and Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate are mild surfactants. Sodium Chloride is a regular salt that you know from the kitchen. What does it do? It's a thickener, but it's also an exfoliant. Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract is an extract form of tea tree. You probably know Tea Tree as an essential oil ingredient. EO's are controversial because they are not as safe as people think. Essential oils are similar to Alcohol, some are positive and some are negative because they can cause allergic reactions and be phototoxic or photosensitive. Tea Tree Oil is a good guy, it's super helpful in curing acne. It shouldn't be used straight on your skin, it needs to be diluted. It has antibacterial and antiseptic properties just like an extract from. It feels like 1,2-Hexanediol is everywhere, and it's not a surprise. Even if it's a solvent, it's also a moisturizer. Centella Asiatica Extract is an ingredient that stays in the skincare trend. Lots of ingredients used in skincare have a long history of use in medicine. This ingredient isn't different because Centella is a part of Ayurveda, a traditional (or if you prefer - alternative) medicine used by people for ages. Nowadays we associate it with India. Centella is a herb primarily applied in skincare for its healing properties. It speeds up the healing process, and that's why acne-prone skin loves it. If you're pregnant or you plan pregnancy, then try to find body care products with Centella Asiatica because it can have a valuable meaning on skin elasticity as well as stretch marks. Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil is an essential oil with positive effects on acne-prone skin since it has antibacterial properties. Trideceth-10 and Capric Acid are surfactants.
Palmitic Acid is a fatty acid, which you can find as a compound of many oils. It's an oily emollient, but sometimes oily skin might not enjoy it. Salicylic Acid (5,000 ppm) is known as BHA, an exfoliant that helps with pore care. A small amount of Salicylic Acid cleans the pores which translate to fewer acne problems. It is recommended for acne-prone skin and young teenage skin due to these properties. Don't expect that it'll change your skin like Glycolic Acid (the most effective AHA), Salicylic Acid is mild, but its power is focused on pores. Dextrin is an ingredient that we usually associate with moisture. Mandelic Acid (10 ppm) is an AHA acid, this acid comes from bitter almonds. It has good properties in removing dead skin cells. What I like about Mandelic Acid is how it works on the skin, it's not your typical AHA. Mandelic Acid is great for sensitive skin and acne-prone skin, it kinda reminds me of BHA since it can help you with sebum production and pigmentation. It penetrates your skin worse than glycolic acid that's why it can be less harmful to sensitive skin than glycolic acid. Gluconic Acid (10 ppm) - don't mess up this one with glycolic acid, it's a mild relative of glycolic acid. Lactobionic Acid (2 ppm) is a PHA acid, it's a gentle exfoliant for sensitive skin. It shouldn't irritate your skin and besides removing dead skin cells, this ingredient can help with moisture of the skin. Sodium Hydroxide helps with the pH of the product. Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer as the name says is related to Sodium Hyaluronate. It's a strong water-binding moisturizer, it hydrates your skin and prevents TEWL. Artemisia Vulgaris Extract or Mugwort, it's one of the types of Mugwort which you can find in skincare. Artemisia should be quite known to you if you are following K-beauty skincare trends. In 2019 we had a massive number of new products inspired by Mugwort. Artemisia comes in many different forms. Artemisia Vulgaris Extract has anti-inflammatory properties. Artemisia has wide use in culinary. It is told that it can be moisturizing, good for acne-prone skin but most sensitive skin. Butylene Glycol is a moisturizer and solvent, but it's also alcohol. You see, not every alcohol in skincare is terrible. Some of them have positive effects on your skin - just like Butylene Glycol, which is a popular substance even in eco/green cosmetic products.
Asiaticoside has its roots in Centella Asiatica, it's one of the triterpenoid saponins. It supports wound healing. Asiatic Acid is an active compound of Centella Asiatica, and it also has powerful healing properties. Madecassic Acid is an active compound of Centella Asiatica - a famous K-beauty ingredient. Even if Madecassic Acid is not as popular as Madecassoside, it's still a great healing ingredient. Madecassoside is an active compound of K-beauty famous Centella Asiatica. It is not a surprise why Madecassoside, as well as Gotu Kola, are so common in skincare - they have wound healing properties. It boosts the healing process which makes them ideal for acne-prone, sensitive or inflamed skin. Madecassoside is an antioxidant that you have to try! I guess two-three years ago Propolis Extract was super popular in skincare. People use Propolis for thousands of years, it has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. In my case, Propolis helps me with acne, but Propolis ampoules are good if you want to get the honey skin look. If you're allergic to bees then I recommend you avoid this ingredient but if bees are not a problem for you - it's an ingredient that can change your skincare game. Houttuynia Cordata Extract is an ingredient that some people with acne-prone skin loves while for me, my experience was not bad but still all hail Centella! Houttuynia Cordata is a plant, which we still use in Traditional Chinese and Japanese Medicine, it's also known as Heart Leaf or Chinese lizard tail. Funny fact about Houttuynia - it's also called Fish Wort, Fish Leaf, etc. because it's an edible plant and it usually leaves the fishy aftertaste. I eat fish a lot, but I'm not a fan of the fishy taste of low-quality matcha (yep, I'm a tea & fish snob) so I don't think I would enjoy it, I'll stay with enjoying Houttuynia magic in skincare. Houttuynia is an antioxidant with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. Disodium EDTA is a synthetic stabilizer and preservative. It helps with the viscosity of the product. Citric Acid(10 ppm) is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) - a chemical exfoliant. It's derived from fruits like lemon. It's a weak acid and usually weaker AHA acids act like moisturizers. In this case, Citric Acid helps with the pH level of the formula. Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. Hexylene Glycol is a water-soluble solvent and surfactant. It has emulsifying properties. Ethylhexylglycerin is a preservative. It keeps products fresh. Tocopherol or Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant. It's a water-soluble ingredient. Some people think it's a natural preservative, but Tocopherol itself in formulas is not the best to preserve the product. It boosts UVB protection, and if you add Vitamin C - you'll get better effects of both vitamins. Limonene is a scent ingredient, some people might have an allergic reaction to this one.
How does Some By Mi Aha Bha Pha 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Body Cleanser work?
Body cleansers are very hard to review, especially if it comes to Some By Mi Aha Bha Pha 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Body Cleanser and Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA Calming Body Lotion duo. It's not like one product makes the entire magic work, the miracle that happens with my skin is a cooperation between body cleanser and lotion. Why? Because every time I use a cleanser - no matter if it's a facial or body cleanser - with the wrong pH, I can add magical formulas on my skin after and nothing works. I like to talk about skin like epidermis is a one, big canvas which needs to be clean properly to make another product works right. This cleanser is not a typical cleanser - if you're used to bubbly cleansers with lots of surfactants, this cleanser has mild surfactants inside. Mild surfactants usually do not create bubbles. Some By Mi calls these "micro bubbles" since they are mini, and they are supposed to help remove sebum from the surface of the skin and pores. The formula doesn't feel oily, and you can feel tea tree oil even in the scent. It's a product reported to the ministry of food and drug safety - it has proven effects in improving acne-prone skin. The formula is focused not only on mild surfactants but active ingredients such as AHA, BHA and PHA - these exfoliants remove dead skin cells to improve the condition of the skin. They might sound harsh, but they are not! They do not only help with gently exfoliating your skin, but they also bring some moisture, since AHA in concentration below 10% has moisturizing properties, PHA is a milder sibling of AHA and BHA works on deeper levels of the skin. But the magic trick is in applying cleanser and lotion right, so let's quickly move to lotion and I'll tell you a secret of the right application of body care.
Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA Calming Body Lotion - packaging
Just like the cleanser, this product comes in a paper box with lots of important information about this product. The original product will have stickers to prove its originality. The bottle has a typical green-blue bottle that reminds me of calming ingredients. Pump quality is checked - as smooth as in cleanser.
Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA Calming Body Lotion - texture & scent
We got here the same scent as in cleanser, but with a small fruity twist. The texture is not like a milk lotion but a bit thicker formula, something between milk and body balm.
Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA Calming Body Lotion
Water, Glycolic Acid(89,990 ppm), Cyclopentasiloxane, Potassium Hydroxide, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Glycerin, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract, PEG-100 Stearate, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Xanthan Gum, Palmitic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Stearic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Urea, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Myristic Acid, Gluconic Acid(10 ppm), Mandelic Acid(10 ppm), Salicylic Acid(10 ppm), Ceramide NP, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sodium Hydroxide, Centella Asiatica Extract, Lactobionic Acid(2 ppm), Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Tocopherol, Asiaticoside, Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Limonene, Linalool
Water is an ingredient that you can find in almost every product. Its purpose in products is easy - it's a solvent. Glycolic Acid (89,990 ppm) is probably the most intense chemical exfoliator from the AHA group because it's a lightweight acid. What does that mean? It can penetrate your skin effortlessly than other AHA acids. Brands obtain it from sugar cane, sugar beets or cantaloupe. It's a water-soluble acid, but alcohol is exceptional too. Depends on concentration, Glycolic Acid can be a weak peel and a good moisturizer or a heavy peel. It increases the synthesis of glycosaminoglycans - they keep your skin hydrated. Glycolic Acid removes the dead cells from your skin to keep it fresh, bright and soft. It removes dark spots and helps with wrinkles because it can boost collagen production. It can even make your skin thicker and improve blood circulation in the skin. It works better at a low pH, and not every person will like it. Sensitive skin might have problems with Glycolic Acid - usually Glycolic Acid hurts my skin even in low concentrations. It's an active ingredient that might cause purging - it's like a breakout after using a new product, after a few days of using Glycolic Acid - purging should end. Sensitive skin might prefer AHA cousin - PHA. We shouldn't use Glycolic Acid during the summer and if you do Glycolic Acid treatments - sunscreen is a must! Unless you want to see more dark spots on your skin since your skin after a chemical peel doesn't contain a layer of dead skin, so it's more vulnerable to damage from the environment like UVB & UVA. Cyclopentasiloxane is not only an emollient but silicone. I'm aware that because of the internet, people treat silicones like the worst ingredients you can find in the product. But are they as bad as people say? No! Silicones are good for the skin since they work as occlusives - what they do is protect the skin from dehydration. Cyclopentasiloxane is a volatile silicone, which means that once you apply it to the surface of your skin, it will evaporate. It won't get absorbed by the skin, that's why you shouldn't be scared. If you're allergic then the good news is that the chance of getting allergic reactions to silicones is very rare. Potassium Hydroxide helps with the pH of the formula. Butylene Glycol is a moisturizer and solvent, but it's also alcohol. You see, not every alcohol in skincare is terrible. Some of them have positive effects on your skin - just like Butylene Glycol, which is a popular substance even in eco/green cosmetic products. Niacinamide is a miracle ingredient. It does lots of great work. Do you have problems with dark spots? Try Niacinamide! Acne? Niacinamide will be an ideal pick for you too! Maybe you've got issues with the skin barrier? Solve it with Niacinamide! Wrinkles? You might want to try Niacinamide as well. Sensitive skin might find Niacinamide a bit problematic when it's mixed with Vitamin C or used in the same routine as Vitamin C. I can't deny Niacinamide is a skincare treasure! Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an oily emollient ester. It's a synthetic substance used in skincare and haircare products to protect both hair and skin from water loss and soften the skin. Glycerin is one of the most popular humectants in skincare. There's a large number of myths around glycerin like it can clog your skin. It doesn't clog your pores, but too much glycerin can make a sticky layer on the epidermis and even make your skin dryer than before due to TEWL (Transepidermal Water Loss). Still, it's an ingredient that we want to see in formulas. Cyclohexasiloxane is silicone, but it's also an emollient. This silicone is a volatile silicone. What does that mean? Previously, when I made a review of AHC Eye Cream some people said some inequitable words about me for promoting a cream with silicones and other ingredients they don't like to use due to problems with apps that help you analyze additives. Been then and I also was one of such people before due to my troubles with food (I can't eat processed food unless I want to feel like I'm dying an entire week). Silicones are the ultimate pick for the skin since they work as occlusives - what they do is protect the skin from dehydration. Volatile silicones are evaporating from the epidermis. They won't get absorbed by the skin, that's why you shouldn't be scared. If you're hypersensitive, then the good news is that the chance of getting allergic reactions to silicones is ultra-tiny! Still, every skin reacts differently. I don't want to force you to use products with silicones - we live in free countries. No one decides for you what you should use. Cetearyl Alcohol even if it sounds a bit scary, it's good alcohol. It's oil-soluble fatty alcohol. It's a superb emollient and emulsifier. Glyceryl Stearate is an ester of Glycerin and Stearic Acid. It's an emollient and emulsifier, and you can find it in oil in water formulas. It's a superb ingredient, but in some solutions, Glyceryl Stearate is problematic for me since it feels like it clogs my skin, but just because I'm not a fan of it, it doesn't mean your skin won't like it. Every skin is different. Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract is an extract form of tea tree. You probably know Tea Tree as an essential oil ingredient. EO's are controversial because they are not as safe as people think. Essential oils are similar to Alcohol, some are positive and some are negative because they can cause allergic reactions and be phototoxic or photosensitive. Tea Tree Oil is a good guy, it's super helpful in curing acne. It shouldn't be used straight on your skin, it needs to be diluted. It has antibacterial and antiseptic properties just like an extract from. PEG-100 Stearate is a surfactant. Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract or Kakadu Plum Fruit Extract has nourishing properties.
Propanediol is a solvent with moisturizing properties. Similar to Cyclohexasiloxane, Propylene Glycol is an ingredient that some people try to avoid. You're most likely to see Propanediol instead of Propylene Glycol in an organic skincare product, and the reason for this change is simple. Ecocert recommends it. It feels like 1,2-Hexanediol is everywhere, and it's not a surprise. Even if it's a solvent, it's also a moisturizer. Dimethicone is a dry emollient. Some people might find clogging, but it keeps your skin moist and protect it from dehydration. It has a positive effect on the skin barrier by creating occlusion, and it helps with scars. It can also smooth your skin visually. It's also silicone that's why some people like to talk badly about Dimethicone just because of this fact, but there's no reason to be frightened. It gives your skin an occlusive film, but it doesn't suffocate your skin. We need occlusion to prevent water from TEWL (Transepidermal Water Loss) - to keep the skin moist. It protects your hair from dehydration and weather, and it makes it easier to brush your hair. Xanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer which you can find in food and skincare. Palmitic Acid is a fatty acid, which you can find as a compound of many oils. It's an oily emollient, but sometimes oily skin might not enjoy it. Caprylyl Glycol is a moisturizer and an oily emollient. It leaves a delicate, protective film on your skin. But that's not all, Caprylyl Glycol is useful when you want to keep your product free from unfriendly stuff like microbes. Stearic Acid is an emollient that you can love or hate. The problem is that not every skin likes it - mine usually breaks out when you show it Stearic Acid. Ethylhexylglycerin is a preservative. It keeps products fresh. Artemisia Vulgaris Extract or Mugwort, it's one of the types of Mugwort which you can find in skincare. Artemisia should be quite known to you if you are following K-beauty skincare trends. In 2019 we had a massive number of new products inspired by Mugwort. Artemisia comes in many different forms. Artemisia Vulgaris Extract has anti-inflammatory properties. Artemisia has wide use in culinary. It is told that it can be moisturizing, good for acne-prone skin but most sensitive skin. Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a powder that absorbs sebum. You can usually find it in makeup for its flawless finishing. Adenosine is another elegant ingredient. It speeds up the healing process and repairs the skin barrier. It's ideal for inflamed skin, and it might have a positive effect on skin elasticity. Disodium EDTA is a synthetic stabilizer and preservative. It helps with the viscosity of the product. Urea (or Carbamide) is an ingredient with various use in skincare, but it's also a substance that you can naturally find in your body and... pee. It might sound a bit disgusting, but it's a humectant which is one of the best ways to heal the skin after hair removal with a razor. Sometimes it happens that after the hair removal procedure skin is irritated, we have to deal with razor bumps, ingrown and other problems - urea is one of the solutions, because we need to moisturize the skin. A higher concentration of Urea can be used on feet. Houttuynia Cordata Extract is an ingredient that some people with acne-prone skin loves while for me, my experience was not bad but still all hail Centella! Houttuynia Cordata is a plant, which we still use in Traditional Chinese and Japanese Medicine, it's also known as Heart Leaf or Chinese lizard tail. Funny fact about Houttuynia - it's also called Fish Wort, Fish Leaf, etc. because it's an edible plant and it usually leaves the fishy aftertaste. I eat fish a lot, but I'm not a fan of the fishy taste of low-quality matcha (yep, I'm a tea & fish snob) so I don't think I would enjoy it, I'll stay with enjoying Houttuynia magic in skincare. Houttuynia is an antioxidant with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.
Myristic Acid is another surfactant on the list. Gluconic Acid (10 ppm) - don't mess up this one with glycolic acid, it's a mild relative of glycolic acid. Mandelic Acid (10 ppm) is an AHA acid, this acid comes from bitter almonds. It has good properties in removing dead skin cells. What I like about Mandelic Acid is how it works on the skin, it's not your typical AHA. Mandelic Acid is great for sensitive skin and acne-prone skin, it kinda reminds me of BHA since it can help you with sebum production and pigmentation. It penetrates your skin worse than glycolic acid that's why it can be less harmful to sensitive skin than glycolic acid. Salicylic Acid (10 ppm) is known as BHA, an exfoliant that helps with pore care. A small amount of Salicylic Acid cleans the pores which translate to fewer acne problems. It is recommended for acne-prone skin and young teenage skin due to these properties. Don't expect that it'll change your skin like Glycolic Acid (the most effective AHA), Salicylic Acid is mild, but its power is focused on pores. Ceramide NP or Ceramide 3 is an ingredient that we want to see in our products. Ceramides naturally occur in human skin, and they have a dominant role. You can find them in the lipid barrier of the skin along with cholesterol and fatty acids. Ceramide is like a cement of the skin. It makes sure that your skin won't get dehydrated. I like Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate more in skincare than as food since this ingredient is related to your least favourite candy, but a very soothing plant - Licorice! It works as an anti-inflammatory ingredient, but it has a positive meaning for acne-prone skin. In general, Licorice can brighten your skin and help with acne. I wouldn't expect a lot from Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, but I think that adding it to this formula was a great move. Sodium Hydroxide helps with the pH of the product. Centella Asiatica Extract is an ingredient that stays in the skincare trend. Lots of ingredients used in skincare have a long history of use in medicine. This ingredient isn't different because Centella is a part of Ayurveda, a traditional (or if you prefer - alternative) medicine used by people for ages. Nowadays we associate it with India. Centella is a herb primarily applied in skincare for its healing properties. It speeds up the healing process, and that's why acne-prone skin loves it. If you're pregnant or you plan pregnancy, then try to find body care products with Centella Asiatica because it can have a valuable meaning on skin elasticity as well as stretch marks. Lactobionic Acid (2 ppm) is a PHA acid, it's a gentle exfoliant for sensitive skin. It shouldn't irritate your skin and besides removing dead skin cells, this ingredient can help with moisture of the skin. Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer as the name says is related to Sodium Hyaluronate. It's a strong water-binding moisturizer, it hydrates your skin and prevents TEWL. Tocopherol or Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant. It's a water-soluble ingredient. Some people think it's a natural preservative, but Tocopherol itself in formulas is not the best to preserve the product. It boosts UVB protection, and if you add Vitamin C - you'll get better effects of both vitamins. Asiaticoside has its roots in Centella Asiatica, it's one of the triterpenoid saponins. It supports wound healing. Madecassoside is an active compound of K-beauty famous Centella Asiatica. It is not a surprise why Madecassoside, as well as Gotu Kola, are so common in skincare - they have wound healing properties. It boosts the healing process which makes them ideal for acne-prone, sensitive or inflamed skin. Madecassoside is an antioxidant that you have to try! Madecassic Acid is an active compound of Centella Asiatica - a famous K-beauty ingredient. Even if Madecassic Acid is not as popular as Madecassoside, it's still a great healing ingredient.
Asiatic Acid is an active compound of Centella Asiatica, and it also has powerful healing properties. Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil is an essential oil. It's a phototoxic substance that's why you shouldn't use it if you plan to sunbathe. I would recommend being careful with this substance during the summer. It might have a pleasant scent, but some people are allergic to it, and if you're pregnant - it's good to avoid it. Limonene and Linalool are scent ingredients, it might irritate you if you're allergic to them.
How does Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA Calming Body Lotion work?
The trick about this product lays in the right application of cleanser and lotion. Lotion should be applied right after a bath, so you can apply it in your shower. No joke, just turn the water off, tap the moisture into your skin and apply lotion to close water in the skin and prevent TEWL (transepidermal water loss). This formula is based on 9% AHA and as I said with cleanser, AHA below 10% gently exfoliates the skin and add moisture to it. Yes, I love to use the word "gently" in combination with Some By Mi. This solution is based on Truecica™ a patented ingredient. The solution has many positive points for the skin - Some By Mi created brightening lotion for dull skin with acne problems. At the same time lotion formula is calming the skin and keeping it hydrated. I barely ever have problems with skin peeling off of my body, but I spend a long time in a bathtub - I saw this meme on how baths can help with stress, and I took it personally, but one of the biggest problems with my skin besides acne and post-acne scars on my body is dull and dry skin. I believe that I don't need words to show you the results in just about 14 days, even if in this case I plan to test this product for about 3 months to see the full potential of this product, but the reduced irritation is so visible that I can share effects with you earlier. Usually, it takes me at least 30 days to test a product. I mentioned that I have issues with Folliculitis - I got less inflammation than I used to have. Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Body Cleanser and Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA Calming Body Lotion duo can be used on rough elbows, knees or even keratosis pilaris. I'm happy with the effects and I'll keep you updated on my Instagram (and maybe Tiktok)
What's the price and where to get Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Body Cleanser and Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA Calming Body Lotion?
Some By Mi has its own stores depends on where you live you can find a store for your country on their website. Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Body Cleanser costs 30,000 KRW per 400g and Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA Calming Body Lotion costs 33,000 KRW per 250g.
Overall, Some By Mi surprised me with the body care line. Have you ever tried Some By Mi products?
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