SOME BY MI Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum (30ml)

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SOME BY MI Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum (30ml)

Name: Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum (30ml)
Rating: 4.70 (23 reviews)

£29.00

Key Ingredients:

Retinol is a form of vitamin A that encourages skin renewal, helping to soften the look of fine lines and wrinkles, refine texture and support firmer, smoother-looking skin.
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Another, more powerful form of Vitamin A, Retinal gives your skin all the same anti-ageing benefits as Retinol but works 11 times faster.
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A plant-derived alternative to retinol, antioxidant Bakuchiol helps brighten dull-looking skin, improve the appearance of elasticity and smooth the look of fine lines, while being gentle enough for most skin types.
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Centella asiatica, also known as cica, is a K-beauty staple prized for calming, soothing and hydrating stressed or sensitive skin while supporting the moisture barrier.
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Helps with:

Acne
Anti-Ageing
Sensitive

Suitable for:

Dry Skin
Normal Skin
Oily Skin
Combination Skin

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Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum (30ml)

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About the SOME BY MI Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum (30ml)

For Cherubs seeking skin rejuvenation without the irritation, your perfect match is here! SOME BY MI’s anti-ageing serum is a treasure trove of active ingredients and complexes that work to improve skin bounce and soften fine lines, leaving you with a complexion that’s glowing and satin-soft. Its trio of hero ingredients – Retinol, Retinal, and Bakuchiol – unclog pores, encourage skin cell turnover, and boost collagen production, while Truecica™ and Panthenol nourish, soothe, and hydrate your skin. With a well-rounded formula and lightweight texture, this serum has a place in every skin type’s beauty routine!

It’s Skin Cupid approved because…

…it’s more than just a collection of holy grail ingredients. Made using SOME BY MI’s exclusive elastic-liposome technology, this serum sinks deep into your skin for more effective skin renewal - giving your complexion a lit-from-within glow.

At a glance:

Suits all skin types
Tackles signs of ageing
Smooths rough skin texture
Renews skin cell turnover for smoother, brighter-looking skin

Ingredients in SOME BY MI Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum (30ml)

0.1% Retinol: A form of Vitamin A, Retinol speeds up skin cell turnover and increases your skin’s synthesis of collagen and elastin to fill in fine lines and wrinkles, make your skin feel bouncier, and even out skin texture.

Retinal: Another, more powerful form of Vitamin A, Retinal gives your skin all the same anti-ageing benefits as Retinol but works 11 times faster.

Bakuchiol: A vegan alternative to Retinol, antioxidant Bakuchiol helps to brighten dull skin, increase skin elasticity, and smooth fine lines by stimulating collagen production.

Centella Asiatica: A favourite ingredient in South Korean skincare, Centella hydrates your skin, reduces the effects of sun damage, and repairs your skin’s protective barrier.

Water / Aqua, Cyclohexasiloxane, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Piper Methysticum Leaf/Root/Stem Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Panax Ginseng Berry Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Artemisia Capillaris Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glyceryl Stearate, Bakuchiol, Palmitic Acid, Sodium Polyacrylate, Stearic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Retinol (0.1 %), Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Adenosine, Tromethamine, Polyquaternium-51, Beta-Glucan, Cetyl Alcohol, BHT, Collagen, Myristic Acid, BHA, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Tocopherol, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Ceramide NP, Saccharomyces Ferment, Retinal, Asiaticoside, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Madecassoside, Propylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Glycolipids, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Peptide, Resveratrol, Sucrose Distearate, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, PEG-100 Stearate, Polysorbate 20, Fragrance, Ethylhexylglycerin

*Ingredients are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion.

Reviews for SOME BY MI Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum (30ml)

Customers praised this gentle retinol serum for being effective yet non-irritating, ideal for beginners and sensitive skin. Many reported visible results including reduced acne, dark spots, and improved skin texture with a "lovely glow." However, several noted the dropper packaging is inefficient and the quantity seems small for the price.

It pretty much cures my acne and makes my skin texture glowy and smooth.
I love how gentle this is on my skin.
It leaves a lovely glow on the skin and absorbs really well.

5 stars: 17 (74%)
4 stars: 5 (22%)
3 stars: 1 (4%)
2 stars: 0 (0%)
1 star: 0 (0%)

A must have for oily skin girlies

This is great for maintaining anti aging . I use it on days when I need a tret break. Didn’t last long , so I don’t frequently repurchase .

it is

it is great

Great for First Time Retinol User

I love how gentle this is on my skin. I am in my 30s and was worried that retinol would dry my skin or damage my skin barrier, but this is actually good and gentle on my skin.

Amazing

Love this serum, great results from short-term use and isn't at all too irritating on my skin compared to other retinol products.

Love this serum

I like how this feels on my skin. I have not experienced any irritation. I use this as part of my skin cycling routine, so only use it every 3-4 days. It leaves a lovely glow on the skin and absorbs really well.

Good

I was expecting very much difference from 1 st use, but may be I was wrong. Let see after using 1 month , what would be the result.

Nice but there's alternatives

It's a gentle yet effective retinol, but the packaging isn't the best to use. It also seems to work just as well my other cheaper retinol from the inkey list

Wow

Best retinol serum ever

A very good product if you have acne

This product reduced my acne dark spots. Definitely gonna buy this product again

Quantity

Great product, abit pricey for the quantity but overall I am pleased.

Great start

I've been scared to use retinol,but decided to start with this product. Doesn't seems to irritated my skin at all. Happy with it.

Great serum

This is a really nice retinol serum. It hasn't caused me any irritation so am really liking it

Holy grail (packaging could be better, though)

The product itself is perfect. It pretty much cures my acne and makes my skin texture glowy and smooth. Gentle enough to use every night. I have to give it 5 stars because it works so well, but one big con is that the dropper isn't great. It barely sucks up any product and I have to dip into my product constantly to get enough drops on my face.

Good

Good product

This is a good retinol, the packaging is a bit of an issue. The little dropper (is that what it is?) does not pick up product efficiently, I also am looking for something of higher strength so I will be looking for a different product.

Nice gentle retinol. I see results without it drying out my sensitive skin. I recommend only using 2-3 times a week.

I like the product it self, makes my skin feels super soft and moisturised. But it feel like I got almost empty bottle very unsatisfied with it considering how much it cost.

Great product

I have used retinol before so my skin didn't need much of an introductory to it so I use it twice a week and it's such a gentle retinol, I really do like it and I've actually noticed a difference to some lines I have on my forehead! I'm definitely keeping it in my routine.

Amazing products.

It’s really great, i feel glow on my face with in a week 🤩 must buy !

Gentle retinol concentrate, doesnt peel skin

Great product just small issue

I love this retinol it goes onto my skin so nicely I love the texture of it, it’s not like the other ones I had which feel like olive oil and left my face so greasy. The only issue I have that I can’t get any product up with when squeezing the pep (sorry don’t know what to call it) and turns to the point where I have to poor it onto my hand which takes a while, I don’t know it’s a manufacture issue or it’s all like that but overall I do love the product

Night time

I slowly started using this since my skin is sensitive, so first every third day to secnond and now every night. It is a very active serum so as soon as I apply it I can feel it but I can also see the result. I love how this just smoothes out my skin and how little it takes to cover all of my face and neck. This product will last! A new favorite after some getting used to it.

How to use SOME BY MI Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum (30ml)

After you’ve applied essence, treat your skin further with this serum.

Dispense a few drops of product into your hands.
Gently spread across the skin, patting with your fingertips to aid absorption.
Follow with the sheet mask, eye cream, or moisturiser of your choice.

Because the ingredients in this product may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, we suggest you use it in the evening only. We advise that you steer clear of this product if your skincare routine already incorporates Vitamin C, AHAs, BHAs, or PHAs.

FAQs about SOME BY MI Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum (30ml)

What's the retinol concentration?

The formula contains 0.1% retinol.

What's the difference between retinol and retinal in this serum?

Both are forms of vitamin A, but they work at different speeds.

Retinol needs two conversion steps before your skin can use it. It's the gentler option, better suited to those new to vitamin A, but results take longer.
Retinal (retinaldehyde) needs only one conversion step, making it around 11x more potent than retinol. It works faster on fine lines, texture, and firmness.

Because retinal is so active, the formula includes soothing ingredients like Truecica and Panthenol to keep irritation in check. Bakuchiol is also added to support collagen, giving you multi-level vitamin A benefits in one serum.

What does Bakuchiol do in this serum?

Bakuchiol is a plant-derived ingredient that offers retinol-like results with a gentler touch. In this serum, it works to:

Help stimulate collagen production for firmer, bouncier skin
Smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
Brighten dullness and improve overall radiance
Support skin elasticity with less irritation than traditional retinoids

What does Centella Asiatica do in this serum?

Centella Asiatica (a calming botanical extract popular in K-beauty) helps your skin handle the potency of the retinoids in this formula. It works by:

Hydrating the skin to reduce the drying effect retinol can have
Supporting the skin barrier, which actives can put under stress
Soothing redness and irritation
Providing antioxidant activity to help with sun-related skin damage

Essentially, it keeps the formula comfortable to use while the retinol, retinal, and bakuchiol get on with the resurfacing work.

How do I add this to my routine?

Use it at night only, as retinol increases sun sensitivity. Layer it after your toner or essence and before your eye cream and moisturiser, applying a few drops and patting in gently.

Start 2 to 3 nights per week, then build up as your skin adjusts.
Avoid using it in the same routine as Vitamin C, AHA, BHA, or PHA to reduce the chance of irritation.
Apply a broad-spectrum SPF every morning while you're using this serum.

What's in it and what does each ingredient do?

Retinol + Retinal: boost collagen and elastin, smooth fine lines and rough texture, help unclog pores and speed up cell turnover
Bakuchiol: a plant-derived retinol alternative that supports firmness and wrinkle care, while being gentler on skin
Truecica™ + Centella Asiatica: soothe redness and irritation, support skin barrier repair
Panthenol (Pro-vitamin B5): hydrates deeply and helps skin retain moisture
Niacinamide: brightens uneven tone, helps with pigmentation and pore appearance
Ceramides, Collagen + Peptides: reinforce the skin barrier and support plumper, bouncier-looking skin

Is this okay for someone new to retinol?

Yes, it's a good starting point. It's described as gentle and suited to all skin types, and plenty of first-timers in our community have got on well with it. A few things to keep in mind:

Use it in the evening only
Start 2 to 3 times per week to let your skin adjust
Avoid pairing it with vitamin C or strong acids on the same night
Wear SPF daily, as retinol increases sun sensitivity

How often should I use it?

Start with every 2 to 3 nights in the evening only, so your skin can adjust to the retinol.

If after 2 to 3 weeks there's no stinging, peeling, or persistent redness, you can gradually increase to every other night, then most nights if your skin stays comfortable. Always follow up with SPF in the morning.