Among Galactomyces serum in the market, Some By Mi Vitamin C serum is a unique serum which is a galactomyces vitamin c serum. When I first changed my skincare regime, I wanted to add in Vitamin C as I haven't used one for the longest time. I came across Some By Mi Galactomyces Pure Vitamin C Glow Serum and what sparked me to take in curiosity was, believe it or not, is its ambassador. LOL... I still can't get over Sung Jae! Of course, I had to do a bit of study on Galactomyces and it turned me off when I knew it was a fungus. Nope... ain't putting that on my face. But as I read on, it managed to open up my mind. Turns out, Glactomyces contains amazing properties which was almost pretty much the same as Vitamin C provides, but it also helps in sebum control and decreasing acne. I've been using this for over 2 months now, keep on reading to know if it actually worked.
Disclaimer: This product was sent to me for review purposes. I was not paid to write a review but that does not affect my thoughts on it. Do take note that my experience with this product may not be the same as yours as each skin type is different.
What is Some By Mi Galactomyces Pure Vitamin C Glow Serum?
It's a serum that combines highly concentrated Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate (GFF) with Pure Vitamin C promised to help achieve in brighter skin and reduce other skin problems.
What Some By Mi Claims On Its Galactomyces Vitamin C Serum
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- All-in-One Serum
- Brighter, radiant and smoother skin
- Less Pigmentation
- Revitalized skin
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
Brighter. Smoother Skin
Pure Vitamin C 30,000PPM
Ascorbic Acid
Revitalise Skin
10 Types of Vitamins
Tocopherol, Linoleic Acid
Brightening, Soothing, Moisturising
Flower Extracts
Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Opuntia Ficus-indica Extract, Calendula Officinalis
Give Nutrients
Product Details
Purchase:
Price: RM40+ | 32USD
Skin Concern: Brightening
Skin Types: All Skin Types
Shelf Life: 12 Months
Full Ingredients List (INCI):
My Thoughts on Some By Mi Vitamin C Galactomyces Serum
I came to know that the amount of Vitamin C in this product is only 3% while 75% consists of Galactomyces. What?!! And it's called Vitamin C. Should be called an essence. But I chose this anyway because I remember how hard it is to maintain Vitamin C as it easily oxidizes. Plus, more potent Vitamin C could probably cause my acne to worsen. So I took the risk to try this one and now its been over 2 months. I've tried this on and off to see how my skin actually reacts to it.
I used it once in my AM routine which was a big mistake, then I only used it during the PM. Also tried 2 weeks without it and my skin didn't seem to see much changes without it. Probably I've been trying out too many acids.
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Packaging
It comes in a very simple box, unlike Some By Mi Galactomyces Serum, other product packagings from different ranges which are more vibrant, their Vitamin C range comes in a simpler look. Their bottle also is tinted which means it should help to protect the serum from it getting easily oxidized. I have no complaints about their bottle as it easily pumps out serums and comes in the perfect size.
Texture
I love that it's very lightweight and absorbs quickly in the skin without leaving an obvious tacky sticky feeling behind.
Scent-Wise
Smells amazing, sweet and fruity. I can't get enough but it doesn't have much scent to it once applied to the skin.
Experience
Somehow I feel that this causes acne to pop up because I tried not using this for a week and I didn't have any acne show up. But it could also be because of my imbalanced hormones. Besides that, I don't feel like it did much good in brightening my skin or even reducing pigmentation.
Overall Thoughts
After giving some thoughts, I feel like I won't be repurchasing this, I still have a bit left so I'm gonna finish this up and try another Vitamin C that is more potent instead. I also have a thought that this product may not be suitable for me since the Vitamin C percentage is only 3% and I'm already used to potent acids since I'm also a fan of western brands which has 7% to 20% dosage. Or if it's not because of that, my skin probably just don't like Galactomyces since it's also a kind of bacteria. I'll probably know if I try another product that focuses on Galactomyces only.
Overall, I feel that Some By Mi galactomyces serum would work amazing for those who just started to add in acids in their routine. A beginner should probably advantage most from this serum as the dosage for their active ingredients ain't that high.
Rate: 3/5
Repurchase: Not for now
Other Products To Try From Some By Mi
1. Some By Mi Galactomyces Pure Vitamin C Glow Toner
2. Some By Mi Truecica Mineral 100 Calming Suncream 50PA++++
Till then peeps!
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