Comparison

Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum vs Some By Mi Retinol Intense Advanced Cream

Two treatments that compete for the same routine slot. Below is the honest side by side: what makes each one different, who each one is best for, and how real users rate them.

Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum

Some By Mi

AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum

Triple-acid + tea tree serum targeting active breakouts and post-acne marks. K-beauty answer to spot-treatment serums.

Some By Mi Retinol Intense Advanced Cream

Some By Mi

Retinol Intense Advanced Cream

Retinol + bakuchiol stack with ceramides and Centella to buffer irritation. A middle-strength K-beauty retinol cream.

Choose AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum if

  • Your main concern is Acne or Blackheads.
  • You have Oily or Acne skin.
  • You want AHA, BHA, PHA in the formula.
  • You prefer the lower price (from €22 vs from €28).

Choose Retinol Intense Advanced Cream if

  • Your main concern is Fine Lines or Aging.
  • You have Normal or Aging skin.
  • You want Retinol, Bakuchiol, Centella in the formula.
  • Buffered with ceramides + Centella

At a glance

Category
Treatment
Treatment
Price
from €22
from €28
Skin types
  • Oily
  • Combination
  • Acne
  • Normal
  • Combination
  • Aging
Targets
  • Acne
  • Blackheads
  • Post Blemish Marks
  • Enlarged Pores
  • Fine Lines
  • Aging
  • Enlarged Pores
Key ingredients
  • AHA
  • BHA
  • PHA
  • Tea Tree
  • Retinol
  • Bakuchiol
  • Centella
  • Ceramides
Pros
  • All-in-one acid + niacinamide combo
  • Calms active breakouts
  • Centella buffers irritation
  • Buffered with ceramides + Centella
  • Combines retinol + bakuchiol
  • Affordable
Cons
  • Tea-tree scent
  • Photosensitizing, SPF mandatory
  • Still photosensitizing, needs SPF
  • Avoid layering with AHA/BHA same night
How to use
PM, 3–4 nights/week after toner. Layer moisturizer on top. SPF the next day.
PM only. After serum, apply pea-sized amount 2–3 nights/week, building up.

Ingredient interactions

  • Retinol + Ahacaution

    Both increase exfoliation and irritation. Use on alternate nights.

  • Retinol + Bhacaution

    Combined exfoliation can damage the skin barrier. Alternate nights.

What reviewers say

AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum

"I saw a huge improvement in my skin almost close to glass skin. Skin texture is much better. This set really helping with minimizing new pimple."

Verified reviewer · Reddit r/AsianBeauty

"I use the serum and i love it! I have dehydrated oily sensitive skin and acne. I am less red and my ance has gotten less. Please remember ..."

Verified reviewer · Reddit r/AsianBeauty

Retinol Intense Advanced Cream

[Review] Somebymi Retinol Intense Advanced Triple Action Eye ...

"Thankfully, it was gentle aside for some flakiness under my eyes."

Verified reviewer · alonetog3ther.wordpress.com

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"](https://skinsort.com/users/cheeks) Dry Skin · February 2025 absorbs well great value hydrating no scent !"

Verified reviewer · SkinSort

FAQ

What is the main difference between Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum and Some By Mi Retinol Intense Advanced Cream?

Both are treatments. Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum focuses on Acne and Blackheads, while Some By Mi Retinol Intense Advanced Cream targets Fine Lines and Aging. Ingredient wise, Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum leads with AHA and BHA; Some By Mi Retinol Intense Advanced Cream uses Retinol and Bakuchiol.

Can I use Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum and Some By Mi Retinol Intense Advanced Cream together?

Use with care. Retinol + Aha: Both increase exfoliation and irritation. Use on alternate nights. Retinol + Bha: Combined exfoliation can damage the skin barrier. Alternate nights.

Which one is cheaper, Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum or Some By Mi Retinol Intense Advanced Cream?

Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum is the more affordable option based on current listed prices (from €22 vs from €28).

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