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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Some By Mi AHA, BHA, PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum versus Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum .

Last updated on March 05, 2024. Published on March 18, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain niacinamide

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils

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Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

AHA (5)
PHA
Niacinamide

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin (3)
Redness Reducing (5)
Reduces Irritation (4)
Skin Texture (5)
Reduces Large Pores (7)
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots (4)
Scar Healing (7)
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (7)

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating (6)
Rosacea (7)
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C (2)
Vitamin E
Niacinamide

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (4)
Dark Spots (4)
Scar Healing (4)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (5)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

WaterCentella Asiatica Extract 77%Cetyl EthylhexanoateCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideGlycerinOlea Europaea Fruit OilPropanediolAlcoholButylene Glycol1,2-HexanediolNiacinamideMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf WaterCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractScutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractPolygonum Cuspidatum Root ExtractGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractChamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractSodium LactateSodium PCA Citric AcidLactic AcidMalic AcidGlycolic AcidPyruvic AcidTartaric AcidGaultheria Procumbens Leaf ExtractLactobionic AcidPentylene GlycolVaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit ExtractLavandula Angustifolia ExtractOcimum Basilicum Leaf ExtractSyringa Vulgaris ExtractHouttuynia Cordata ExtractAngelica Keiskei ExtractAlthaea Officinalis Root ExtractRosmarinus Officinalis ExtractMadecassosideCamellia Oleifera Seed OilOryza Sativa Bran OilCamellia Sinensis Seed OilRosa Canina Fruit OilPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis OilLimnanthes Alba Seed OilSodium ChlorideCitrus Paradisi Peel OilCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel OilCurcuma Longa Root ExtractMelia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractMelia Azadirachta Flower ExtractXanthan GumPelargonium Graveolens Flower OilBoswellia Carterii OilMelia Azadirachta Bark ExtractPearl PowderAmyris Balsamifera Bark OilMoringa Oleifera Seed OilOcimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractOcimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf ExtractDisodium EDTACaprylyl GlycolEthylhexylglycerin

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Some By Mi AHA, BHA, PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.

2
What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.

Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.

Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.

While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.

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Some By Mi AHA, BHA, PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.

Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.

3
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Some By Mi AHA, BHA, PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.

Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum contains this as ingredient number 20.

4
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

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

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Some By Mi AHA, BHA, PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum contains this as ingredient number 9.

Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum contains this as ingredient number 21.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

Some By Mi AHA, BHA, PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.

Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.

6
What it does: Smoothing
Community Rating: Loved

Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.

It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.

Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.

The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.

When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.

Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.

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Some By Mi AHA, BHA, PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.

Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.

7
What it does: Bleaching, Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Smoothing, Soothing
Community Rating: Liked

Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Licorice. It has been found to have several benefits such as skin hydrating, conditioning, and soothing.

One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.

Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.

Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.

Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.

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Some By Mi AHA, BHA, PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum contains this as ingredient number 16.

Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum contains this as ingredient number 15.

8
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Althaea Officinalis Root Extract is from a plant called the Marsh Mallow plant. This plant is indigenous to Europe, West Asia, and North Africa.

Althaea Officinalis Root Extract is an emollient and antioxidant. It helps sooth and soften the skin. When applied to the skin, it blocks enzymes that break down hyaluronic acid.

It's antioxidant properties help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.

The marshmallow we eat today is based on an ancient Egyptian dessert made from this plant (Marshmallows do not contain this plant anymore).

Learn more about Althaea Officinalis Root Extract

Some By Mi AHA, BHA, PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum contains this as ingredient number 36.

Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum contains this as ingredient number 22.

9
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is extract from the neem plant.

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.

The leaves of this tree contain flavonoids and polyphenols. These two compounds are antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial. Further research is needed as to their effects when applied on skin.

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Some By Mi AHA, BHA, PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum contains this as ingredient number 49.

Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.

10
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract is from the Neem tree. Neem trees originate from India.

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract contains antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.

The flowers of this tree are lilac colored.

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Some By Mi AHA, BHA, PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum contains this as ingredient number 50.

Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum contains this as ingredient number 13.

11
What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

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Some By Mi AHA, BHA, PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum contains this as ingredient number 51.

Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum contains this as ingredient number 9.

12
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract comes from the Holy Basil plant. Holy Basil is native to India.

Holy Basil is rich in antioxidants due to its high romarinic acid, ferulic acid, and rutin content. The ferulic acid may help with skin brightening and help soothe the skin.

Antioxidants may help with anti-aging due to its ability to neutralize free-radical molecules. These molecules may damage skin cells and DNA.

While Holy Basil has many claims to help fight acne, more research is needed.

One thing to note is the presence of tannins. Tannins are naturally found in nature. This compound may be skin-sensitizing.

Learn more about Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract

Some By Mi AHA, BHA, PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum contains this as ingredient number 58.

Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Some By Mi AHA, BHA, PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum contains this as ingredient number 60.

Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum contains this as ingredient number 43.

14
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Some By Mi AHA, BHA, PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum contains this as ingredient number 62.

Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.

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45% are loved or liked
21% have mixed ratings
21% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet
53% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
20% are disliked or very disliked
16% have no rating yet

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Some By Mi AHA, BHA, PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum 62 ingredients

3.6 /5
from 5 ratings
Heavy (1) Oily (1)
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Azrin

3 years ago · Combination Skin
Review

Caused irration but gave me a glass skin for a while
I brought the SOS Acne Miracle set, not the product itself alone. It's because I've a lot of...

Caused irration but gave me a glass skin for a while
I brought the SOS Acne Miracle set, not the product itself alone. It's because I've a lot of skin concerns and not every treatement for these concerns are suitable for sensitive skin. My skin is very dry except the T-zone. So, I was very glad to find this serum. After the first use it made my skin come to live. Like my skin is so dull and dry most of the time, I never glow. It was hard not to like this product. It was also my first time using a serum & it made me glow. I felt like I got my money's worth. Then why is the 2 star?
After literally 2 minutes, I had an unbearable urge to scratch my skin. Like it was so itchy. I just used 2-3 drops, why was my face itching so much? It clamed down after a while.
I put the blame on other things. But do you know what? It caused me so much itchiness, it tore my skin. It slso caused me redness.

This serum has a very lemon like citrusy smell. And that's how I found I'm allergic to citrus acid. My skin never took well to this particular acid. And it made my fungal acne to flare up. All this problems stopped when I stopped using this one one but I kept using other products from this line. I wish I had done more research before buying this product cause a lot of the people in google said this happened to them too. Not suitable for sensitive skin. And I know I brought the real deal.

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sarahcasier_844

8 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

It works great! Reduces the scars (red and the darker ones) after a breakout. I feel like it also prevents it. I use it with a cosrx cleanser.

Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Serum 45 ingredients

3.5 /5
from 2 ratings

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