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Pyunkang Yul Calming Acne Cleansing Foam Versus Some By Mi Bye Bye Blackhead 30 Days Miracle Green Tea Tox Bubble Cleanser

Face Cleanser
Face Cleanser
Korean Brand South Korea
Korean Brand South Korea

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that needs an update? Let us know.

Ingredient Info

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What's inside (and what isn't)

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products
Calming Acne Cleansing Foam
Bye Bye Blackhead 30 Days Miracle Green Tea Tox Bubble Cleanser

Water

Skin Conditioning

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water

Masking
Fragrance Icon

Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate

Cleansing

Glycerin

Humectant
0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconGood for Scar Healing IconHelps brighten skin Icon

Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate

Coco-Betaine

Cleansing

Methyl Perfluorobutyl Ether

Solvent

Methyl Perfluoroisobutyl Ether

Solvent

Acrylates Copolymer

Salix Alba Bark Extract

Astringent
Good for Oily Skin IconHelps reduce irritation Icon

Jasminum Officinale Flower Water

Masking

Chaenomeles Sinensis Fruit Extract

Antioxidant
Antioxidant Icon

Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract

Skin Protecting
Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract

Masking
May worsen Eczema Icon

Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract

Skin Conditioning

Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract

Skin Conditioning

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Antimicrobial
Antioxidant IconHelps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation IconGood for Minimizing Pores IconHelps with Anti-Aging Icon

Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract

Skin Conditioning

Lavandula Angustifolia Extract

Skin Conditioning
May cause irritation IconEU Allergen Icon

Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract

Antimicrobial

Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract

Masking
Helps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation Icon

Geranium Maculatum Extract

Tonic

Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract

Cleansing

Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract

Astringent
Good for Minimizing Pores Icon

Alchemilla Vulgaris Leaf Extract

Antioxidant
Antioxidant Icon

Aspalathus Linearis Extract

Skin Conditioning

Helichrysum Arenarium Extract

Antiseborrhoeic

Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract

Antimicrobial
Antioxidant Icon

Bambusa Vulgaris Extract

Skin Conditioning
Helps reduce irritation Icon

Thuja Orientalis Extract

Antimicrobial

Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract

Skin Conditioning

Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water

Antimicrobial

Centella Asiatica Extract

Cleansing
Helps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation IconHelps with Anti-Aging Icon

Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract

Skin Conditioning

Coffea Arabica Seed Extract

Masking
Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps reduce irritation IconHelps with Anti-Aging Icon

Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract

Skin Conditioning

Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract

Antioxidant
Antioxidant Icon

Castanea Crenata Shell Extract

Skin Conditioning

Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract

Skin Conditioning

Saccharide Isomerate

Humectant
Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Mannan

Camellia Sinensis Leaf

Perfuming
Fragrance IconHelps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation IconGood for Minimizing Pores IconHelps with Anti-Aging Icon

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder

Exfoliating
Exfoliant Icon

Butylene Glycol

Humectant
1 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Caprylyl Glycol

Emollient

Citric Acid

Buffering
AHA IconGood for Oily Skin IconGood for Skin Texture IconGood for Minimizing Pores IconGood for Scar Healing IconHelps brighten skin IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

1,2-Hexanediol

Skin Conditioning
Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

Benzyl Glycol

Solvent

Raspberry Ketone

Masking
Fragrance Icon

Caramel

Cosmetic Colorant

CI 19140

Cosmetic Colorant

CI 42090

Cosmetic Colorant

Disodium EDTA

Mentha Piperita Oil

Masking
Fragrance IconOil IconMay cause irritation IconEU Allergen Icon

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Acrylates Copolymer is used as a film-forming agent and texture enhancer.

After applied, Acrylates Copolymer forms a thin film cover that helps skin feel more soft. It can help sunscreens become more water-resistant.

It is also used to make a product more thick.

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Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.

As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.

Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.

Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.

In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.

This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.

Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.

Learn more about Glycerin
Astringent, Skin Conditioning, Soothing

Salix Alba Bark Extract comes from the white willow tree, which is native to Europe and Central Asia.

Salix Alba Bark Extract has often been described as salicylic acid's cousin. This is due to the salicin it contains. However, studies are limited showing salix alba bark to be an effective salicylic acid alternative.

Salicin does have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It has shown to decrease the formation of inflammatory mediators, such as tumor necrosis factor-α and nuclear factor-kappa B. Salicin also has a mildly exfoliating effect on the skin.

Several other components in salix alba bark extract also contain antioxidant properties, such as flavonoids and polyphenols. Antioxidants may help with anti-aging as they neutralize harmful free-radical molecules.

Willow Bark extract has been used for thousands of years. Ancient civilizations used white willow to help treat pain and fevers.

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Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.

Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.

Learn more about Butylene Glycol
Cleansing, Skin Conditioning, Smoothing

Centella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.

Studies show the compounds in centella help with:

The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.

Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.

Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.

Learn more about Centella Asiatica Extract

Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract comes from the Japanese Knotweed plant native to Japan, Korea, and China.

This plant contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It contains high amounts of resveratrol, a potent antioxidant.

The root of the plant has been used in traditional folk medicine throughout Asia.

Learn more about Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Astringent

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.

This ingredient has many skin benefits:

This ingredient contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off molecules that damage skin cells.

On top of that, the antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.

Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties.

Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.

Other compounds found in tea include: Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.

Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.

Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Masking, Skin Conditioning

Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract comes from the Chamomile flower.

Chamomile is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. Several compounds found in chamomile help with soothing, such as bisbolol.

Antioxidant components in chamomile make it an effective ingredient to help slow the signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may damage your skin.

Essential oils from chamomile have been found to improve wound healing due to its antimicrobial properties.

Ancient Greeks and Egyptians used Chamomile to treat skin redness and dryness. Chamomile has also been used to help treat stomach issues.

Learn more about Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Buffering, Masking

Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).

As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.

If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

Learn more about Citric Acid

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.

Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.

Learn more about Disodium EDTA
Skin Conditioning

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.

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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Pyunkang Yul Calming Acne Cleansing Foam 28 ingredients

4.7 /5
from 3 ratings
Great Value (2) Works Well (2) Light (1)
AshN.'s avatar

AshN.

3 months ago
Review

This is a very nice exfoliating cleanser that I feel helps with my texture and oil control. I'm a big fan of how well it lathers as it foams up quite well. I would say it's also not overly stripping/drying on my face and there isn't any harsh fragrances or alcohols. I usually rotate both this and the Round Lab Dokdo cleanser every other day as I skip this cleanser on days were I'm doing intense Show more

#great value
#light
#works well
skinnerbluh's avatar

skinnerbluh

1 year ago
Review

Awesome product. 👍 I have very oily skin and constant acne. This cleanser is great and does not cause new breakouts.

#great value
#works well

Some By Mi Bye Bye Blackhead 30 Days Miracle Green Tea Tox Bubble Cleanser 55 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 2 ratings
Great Value (2) Light Scent (2) Light (1)
jennyhu's avatar

Jenny Hu

8 months ago
Review

Been using every night for 3 years straight, there’s never been any issues with this product. It helps with keeping my skin clear and isn’t at all stripping. It foams up quickly and feels refreshing on the skin. I’ve tried double cleansing and not double cleansing (on days without makeup) while using this face wash, there’s not really a difference. I really love products with green tea or matcha, Show more

#great value
#light scent
#works well
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Thunder Frog

1 month ago
Review

So far, this is one of my favorite cleansers. There’s something oddly satisfying about watching the foam form on your skin after application - it turns a basic step into a little self-care moment. It leaves my skin feeling fresh, clean, and not stripped - just the right balance.
And it smells wonderful! ♥️

That said, don’t let the name „30 Days Miracle“ fool you. I didn’t notice any Show more

#great value
#light
#light scent