Brand Comparison
Some By Mi vs Beauty of Joseon
A head-to-head comparison of two popular K-beauty brands. Which one is right for your skin?
Our Pick
Beauty of Joseon
Higher editor rating (9 vs 7)
Some By Mi
Some By Mi's marketing is aggressive — '30 Days Miracle' is a bold claim for any skincare product. Strip away the hyperbole and you'll find competent acid-based formulations at reasonable prices. The AHA BHA PHA Toner is a decent daily exfoliant for oily skin. Just don't expect miracles in 30 days or any other timeframe.
Pros
- ✓ AHA/BHA/PHA combination is well-executed
- ✓ Budget-friendly acid products
- ✓ Good entry point for chemical exfoliation
- ✓ Wide availability
Cons
- ✗ Marketing claims are wildly overblown
- ✗ 'Miracle' branding sets unrealistic expectations
- ✗ Tea tree scent is strong
- ✗ Can be too drying for non-oily skin types
Beauty of Joseon
Beauty of Joseon has quietly become one of the most impressive value propositions in K-beauty. Their Relief Sun is arguably the best budget sunscreen globally, and the Glow Serum delivers genuine results at a price that undercuts competitors by half. The hanbang angle could be gimmicky, but they back it with solid formulation science.
Pros
- ✓ Exceptional price-to-performance ratio
- ✓ Relief Sun SPF 50+ is a standout product
- ✓ Hanbang ingredients backed by real formulation
- ✓ Elegant textures despite budget pricing
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