Some By Mi Lacto Soy Low pH Morning Cleansing Bar Versus Beauty of Joseon Low pH Rice Face and Body Cleansing Bar
Updated on April 06, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Some By Mi Lacto Soy Low pH Morning Cleansing Bar 23 ingredients
Beauty of Joseon Low pH Rice Face and Body Cleansing Bar 14 ingredients
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Some By Mi Lacto Soy Low pH Morning Cleansing Bar 23 ingredients
Beauty of Joseon Low pH Rice Face and Body Cleansing Bar 14 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingZea Mays Starch
AbsorbentWater
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Coconut Acid
Cleansing
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingSodium Isethionate
CleansingRicinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus/Soymilk Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningDextrin
AbsorbentTheobroma Cacao Extract
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Soy Protein Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Zea Mays Starch, Water, Glycerin, Coconut Acid, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Isethionate, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Lactobacillus/Soymilk Ferment Filtrate, Dextrin, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein Extract, Caprylyl Glycol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Sodium cocoyl isethionate is a natural ingredient from coconut oil. It is an ultra gentle cleanser that gives a nice foam without drying the skin or impacting the skin barrier.
The amount of foam created depends on the amount of sodium cocoyl isethionate used in the product.
This ingredient also helps improve the spreadability of a product.
Learn more about Sodium Cocoyl IsethionateZea Mays Starch is starch made from corn. You might know this as cornstarch . It is used to thicken a product. It can replace talc as an absorbent.
The pH of cornstarch is 5.92.
Cornstarch is a common food ingredient used to thicken soups or to make corn syrup.
Learn more about Zea Mays StarchWater. 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!
Learn more about WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinOlea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive. In other words - olive oil.
The primary contents of olive oil are glycerides of the fatty acids linoleic, oleic and palmitic.
Olive oil also contains antioxidants such as Vitamin E. Antioxidants may help reduce signs of aging by fighting unstable free-radical molecules. It also contains Vitamins A (retinol), D, and K.
The squalene in olive oil makes it a great emollient. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by trapping moisture in. This makes olive oil a great skin moisturizer.
Studies show olive oil to have antibacterial and antifungal properties in low concentrations. Another study found olive oil irritated sensitive oily skin. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Due to the fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Olea Europaea Fruit OilDecyl Glucoside is a glucose-based surfactant and emulsion stabilizer. It is created by reacting glucose with the fatty acids from plants.
Surfactants help clean the skin by trapping oil, sebum, and dirt to be washed away. As an emulsion stabilizer, it stabilizes the ingredients in a product by preventing them from separating.
This ingredient is biodegradable and non-toxic. This ingredient is commonly found in baby shampoos.
Decyl Glucoside is sometimes used to stabilize the UV filter Tinosorb.
Learn more about Decyl GlucosideCocos Nucifera Oil is obtained from the kernels of the coconut fruit. In other words, this is coconut oil.
Coconut Oil is rich in fatty acids with lauric acid making up the majority of these. It also contains linoleic acid. Due to this high fatty acid content, coconut oil helps trap moisture and soften skin.
Despite being antibacterial, coconut oil may not be great for acne-prone skin. It is comedogenic and may clog pores. This ingredient may not be safe for malassezia or fungal acne.
Note: Coconut Oil should not replace your sunscreen for UV protection. Studies show it only blocks about 20% of UV.
This oil is non-volatile and has a light scent.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about Cocos Nucifera OilXanthan 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.
Learn more about Xanthan GumCitric 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 AcidButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolIngredient Ratings
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Some By Mi Lacto Soy Low pH Morning Cleansing Bar 23 ingredients
Beauty of Joseon Low pH Rice Face and Body Cleansing Bar 14 ingredients
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Some By Mi Lacto Soy Low pH Morning Cleansing Bar 23 ingredients
Beauty of Joseon Low pH Rice Face and Body Cleansing Bar 14 ingredients
I have generally oily/combo skin. I've been using it for about 2-3 weeks on my face which looks brighter and skin tone more even. I feel that it cleanses well (I don't wear makeup, but do wear sunscreen). Seems to take a little more to rinse off as it is more soapy, but still gentle - face doesn't feel stripped, but soft. Overall I like it... however am looking for something else as I don't find Show more
