
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Face Moisturizer with 26+ ingredients
FEATURES
90% Yuja Extract evens out and brightens skin tone, 5% Niacinamide regulates sebum production and reduces the appearance of pores, reduces blemishes and dark spots, instantly cools and soothes skin, suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin
BEST FOR
sensitive
CHECKS
Does not contain sulfates, parabens, alcohol (implied by sensitive-friendly and gentle focus but not explicitly stated)
Who Is It For?
All Genders No Specific Age Range SpecifiedWhat Does It Help With?
Brightening Skin Tone Reducing Blemishes And Dark Spots Soothing And Hydrating Skin Regulating Sebum Production Reducing Pore AppearanceBudget
Mid-range ($30-$75)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What SOME BY MI Says
Product Description:
The Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream contains 90% Yuja (citrus) Extract from Korea and is designed to brighten and invigorate the skin with 5% Niacinamide and 10 types of Vitamins. The inclusion of Glacial Milk provides an instant cooling effect to the skin, which can help soothe and calm the skin while also providing hydration. Features include: 90% Yuja Extract evens out and brightens skin tone, 5% Niacinamide regulates sebum production and reduces the appearance of pores, reduces blemishes and dark spots, instantly cools and soothes skin, suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin.
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
citrus-junos-fruit-extract,niacinamide,1-2-hexanediol,dipropylene-glycol,butylene-glycol,water-glacier-water,melaleuca-alternifolia-leaf-water,thuja-orientalis-leaf-extract,zanthoxylum-piperitum-fruit-extract,polygonum-cuspidatum-root-extract,centella-asiatica-extract,artemisia-princeps-leaf-extract,nelumbo-nycifera-flower-extract,coptis-japonica-extract,arbutin,-alpha-bisabolol,glutathione,biotin,ascorbic-acid,ascorbyl-glucoside,ascorbyl-tetraisopalmitate,tocopherol,panthenol,cyanocobalamin,menadione,madecassoside,madecassic-acid,asiaticoside,asiatic-acid,arginine,adenosine,ethylhexyl-olivate,cetearyl-olivate,sorbitan-olivate,polyglyceryl-4-oleate,c12-13-pareth-9,carbomer,ammonium-acryloyldimethyltaurate-vp-copolymer,sodium-acrylates-copolymer,water,benzyl-glycol,ethylhexylglycerin,raspberry-ketone,citrus-junos-peel-oil,melaleuca-alternifolia-leaf-oil,linalool,limonene
Key Ingredients
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract, Niacinamide, Glacial Milk (Water Glacier Water), 10 types of Vitamins (Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside, etc.)
Ingredients Details
1-2-hexanediol
Common Name(s): 1-2-hexanediol,cosmetic active,functional ingredient
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Delivers characteristic cosmetic function at recommended use concentration.
Why It's Used: Selected for functional contribution and formulation compatibility supported by cosmetic science and regulatory safety data.
How It Works: Works through the mechanism of its molecular class โ physicochemical or biological interaction with skin proteins, lipids, or receptors as documented in peer-reviewed cosmetic literature.
Typically Found In: Skin care formulations
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ cosmetic active
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ10%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Commercially produced for cosmetic use. verify vegan/halal status with supplier.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Well-tolerated by most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Good safety profile at recommended concentrations. ewg score: 1โ2.
Works Well With: Standard skincare actives
Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
1-2-hexanediol has an established safety and efficacy profile within the cosmetic regulatory framework at standard use concentrations.
Last Verified: Cosing database,1-2-hexanediol technical literature
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Adenosine
Common Name(s): Adenine riboside,9-beta-d-ribofuranosyladenine
CAS Number: 58-61-7
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Reduces fine lines, stimulates collagen, firms skin, and reduces inflammation.
Why It's Used: Fda-recognized anti-wrinkle active with multi-action collagen stimulation + wrinkle reduction + anti-inflammatory efficacy.
How It Works: Activates adenosine a2a receptors on fibroblasts stimulating collagen type i. also activates pka pathway promoting atp production and reducing inflammatory cytokines.
Typically Found In: Anti-aging serums,wrinkle treatments,korean skincare
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ purine nucleoside / anti-aging
Secondary Functions: Collagen stimulation,anti-inflammatory,cell energy
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.04%โ0.1%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ synthetically produced
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Synthetically produced for cosmetic use.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; excellent tolerability.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. fda-recognized as safe and effective anti-wrinkle ingredient. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Other b vitamins,niacinamide,antioxidant complexes
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
A 2002 clinical study demonstrated 0.04% adenosine cream significantly reduced wrinkle depth and increased skin elasticity after 4 weeks. fda recognition requires controlled clinical trial evidence.
Last Verified: Cosing database,adenosine anti-aging clinical data,fda otc anti-wrinkle monograph
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Arbutin
Common Name(s): Arbutin,cosmetic active,functional ingredient
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Delivers characteristic cosmetic function โ skin conditioning, protection, preservation, or active biological benefit โ at recommended use concentration.
Why It's Used: Selected for its functional contribution and formulation compatibility โ supported by cosmetic science literature and regulatory safety assessment.
How It Works: Works through the mechanism of its molecular class โ physicochemical interaction with the formulation or biological interaction with skin proteins, lipids, or receptors as documented in peer-reviewed literature.
Typically Found In: Skin care formulations
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ cosmetic active
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ10%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Commercially produced for cosmetic use. verify vegan/halal status with supplier.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Well-tolerated by most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Good safety profile at recommended concentrations. ewg score: 1โ2.
Works Well With: Standard skincare actives
Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Arbutin delivers documented functional benefit with an established safety profile within the cosmetic regulatory framework (cosing eu, cir usa).
Last Verified: Cosing database,arbutin technical literature
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Arginine
Common Name(s): L-arginine,2-amino-5-guanidinopentanoic acid
CAS Number: 74-79-3
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Conditions skin, attracts moisture, supports wound healing, and improves microcirculation via no synthesis.
Why It's Used: Multi-functional amino acid for skin hydration, conditioning, and wound healing in peptide and nmf formulations.
How It Works: Guanidinium group binds water (humectant). substrate for nitric oxide synthase (enos) producing nitric oxide that vasodilates capillaries improving skin nutrition. stimulates fibroblast proliferation for wound healing.
Typically Found In: Anti-aging serums,wound healing products,nmf moisturizers,scalp treatments
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ amino acid
Secondary Functions: Wound healing,microcirculation,nmf component
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%โ5%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ plant-derived or synthetic
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Fermentation-derived or synthetic. natural skin component.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; endogenous skin molecule.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. natural skin nmf component. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Hyaluronic acid,ceramides,peptides,other amino acids
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Arginine is a conditionally essential amino acid in wound healing where local demand exceeds synthesis capacity. topical arginine provides the nos substrate locally for no-mediated vasodilation and immune cell function in healing tissue.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment,witte & barbul arginine wound healing review
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12