SOME BY MI Super Matcha Pore Clean Cleansing Gel 100ml

Values you can verify here: 100% Genuine (Adilsons sourcing policy). We are not applying an FA-Safe badge — this formula contains Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Lauric Acid, and Coconut Oil, all recognised Malassezia-feeding ingredients, so fungal-acne-prone skin should treat this as FA-Conditional, not FA-Safe. We are not applying a Fragrance-Free badge — the INCI ends in an unbroken "Fragrance" entry.

If you've been washing your face three or four times a day chasing a "clean" feeling and your skin keeps getting oilier, this cleanser's mild surfactant base and Centella content are built to interrupt that cycle rather than accelerate it.

Pros: genuinely high (62%) matcha-water base rather than a trace amount; sulfate-free amino-acid/glucoside surfactant system; dual BHA+PHA exfoliation on top of light physical powders; suits daily AM/PM use.

Caveats: contains an undisclosed-concentration fragrance and is not fungal-acne-safe; the BHA/PHA level is not brand-disclosed, so don't expect treatment-strength pore clearing from the cleanser alone; no independently confirmed pH figure despite "low pH" marketing.

In Mauritius heat, the shine you see by midday is sebum and sweat doing their job, not dirt sitting on top of clean skin. Washing more than twice a day strips the skin's acid mantle (its natural pH 4.5-5.5 protective film), and stripped skin responds by producing more sebum to compensate — the exact oiliness you were trying to wash away.

This cleanser's surfactant base (Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Lauryl Glucoside, Coco-Glucoside, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate) is a sulfate-free, amino-acid/glucoside system designed to lift oil and debris without the tight, squeaky feeling that signals barrier damage. The willow bark BHA works inside the pore lining itself rather than only on the surface, which is the mechanism actually responsible for a "clean pore" feeling — not harsher scrubbing.

Classification: GREEN. This formula's exfoliating acids (willow bark BHA, Lactobionic PHA) are present but at undisclosed, brief-contact, rinse-off concentrations — not the clinical-grade actives (retinoids, high-% AHA/BHA) this guide reserves a RED rating for. It is reasonable for teens managing normal pore/oiliness changes at puberty, used once or twice daily.

The one caveat: it is not fragrance-free, so a teen with known fragrance sensitivity should patch test first, same as any adult would.

Step 1 (When): AM and PM, as your regular cleanser. Step 2 (How much): a 1-2 pump or roughly 1cm coin-size amount, worked into a light lather with a splash of water. Step 3 (How): massage in gentle circles on damp skin for 60 seconds, then rinse with lukewarm (not hot) water.

Introduce this as the ONLY new product in your routine. Wait a full 14 days before adding anything else. This isolation window ensures you can identify whether any reaction is caused by this specific product.

1. Super Matcha Pore Clean Cleansing Gel (60 seconds, rinse). 2. Toner. 3. Optional treatment serum. 4. Moisturizer. 5. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable).

In Mauritius' humid mornings, apply your toner while skin is still slightly damp from rinsing — humectants like glycerin and hyaluronic acid in a follow-up toner pull water from the humid air more efficiently onto damp skin than onto fully dry skin.

1. Oil cleanser/micellar water if wearing sunscreen or makeup (Adilsons does not currently carry a dedicated oil cleanser or cleansing balm — this category is under sourcing review; a micellar water first swipe is the interim option). 2. Super Matcha Pore Clean Cleansing Gel (60 seconds, rinse) as your second cleanse. 3. Toner. 4. Treatment serum if used. 5. Moisturizer.

If you're running a separate BHA/AHA toner or exfoliant later in the routine, this cleanser's own trace-level acids don't count as a second exfoliation lane — the brief rinse-off contact time means negligible residual acid stays on skin.

Technique: massage in gentle circular motions — do not scrub hard, since friction (not the product) is what causes most cleanser-related irritation. 60-Second Rule: keep the cleanser in contact with skin for about 60 seconds before rinsing, giving the surfactants enough time to lift oil without over-drying.

Skin state: apply to damp skin. Hands vs cotton pad: use hands — hands deliver 100% of product, while cotton pads absorb roughly 30-40% of it, which matters more for treatment products than cleansers but is still the better habit to build.

This is an encyclopedia map of all product types. You do not use all of these daily. You select modules based on your skin state.

Global rules: apply thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Default wait times: watery layers 10-20s, serums 30-60s, before sunscreen 10-15 minutes if going outdoors. If the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers — never increase them to compensate.

AM Maximum Stack: 1. Rinse/Gentle Cleanse (this product, optional depending on overnight oiliness) → 2. pH-Prep Toner → 3. Hydrating Toner Layers (1-3) → 4. Essence → 5. Mist → 6. Booster/Soothing Serum → 7. Antioxidant Lane (choose one: L-Ascorbic Acid or a gentler derivative) → 8. Pigment Support Lane (choose one) → 9. Hydration Serum Lane → 10. Oil-Control/Sebum Lane (choose one) → 11. Peptide/Repair Lane → 12. Eye Cream → 13. Moisturizer → 14. Optional Sealing Layer → 15. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable) → 16. Lip SPF. In AM, prioritize comfort and SPF adherence over stacking — in high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.

PM Maximum Stack: 1. Micellar pre-cleanse (if makeup/sunscreen) → 2. Oil Cleanser/Balm → 3. Super Matcha Pore Clean Cleansing Gel (second cleanse) → 4. pH-Prep Toner → 5. Hydrating Toner Layers → 6. Essence → 7. Soothing/Barrier Serum → 8. Anchor treatment product → 9. Targeted Serum (if non-conflicting) → 10. Moisturizer → 11. Sleeping Mask → 12. Occlusive Seal → 13. Spot Treatment → 14. Lip Sleeping Mask. Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.

Lane strictness: Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR Acne-control active per routine; barrier/hydration can always accompany. If unsure, default to the safest lane — barrier/hydration — and reduce layers.

This gel sits at the very start of any routine — it is rinsed off, so it never "layers" with anything else. Its role in the viscosity ladder is purely preparatory: it resets the skin surface so everything applied afterward (water-phase toners first, oil-phase creams last) absorbs evenly rather than sliding over a film of sebum and sunscreen residue.

Enlarged pores and surface sebum: the willow bark BHA works inside the pore lining to dissolve oil-bound debris, while calamine and matcha/tea-tree powders provide a light physical polish. Secondary benefit: the Centella complex (Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid) supports the skin barrier during the brief cleanse contact time.

What this product cannot do: it cannot physically shrink pore size (pores don't have muscles to contract) — it can only reduce the debris and oil that make them look larger. It also cannot substitute for a dedicated leave-on BHA treatment if you need daily, sustained pore-clearing rather than a brief rinse-off assist.

Toner — SOME BY MI AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner 30ml: continues the pore-care lane this cleanser starts, with the brand's flagship tri-acid formula. Use AM or PM after cleansing.

Calming alternative toner — Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner: if your skin feels reactive rather than oily on a given day, swap in this fragrance-free, pH-balancing option instead.

Serum — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule: layers a higher-concentration Centella base onto the same pore-care goal. Apply after toner, before moisturizer.

Moisturizer — Jumiso Niacinamide 2 + Oil Control Cream: a lightweight gel-cream that won't undo the mattifying effect of this cleanser.

Sunscreen — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum: a watery, non-comedogenic-leaning finish that suits oily/pore-prone skin. Non-negotiable AM step.

Pilling note: since this is a rinse-off product, it does not pill with anything applied afterward — pilling risk lives entirely with your leave-on layers, not this step.

If you run multiple actives, use these rules to avoid irritation, deactivation, and barrier damage. This cleanser's own BHA/PHA are at undisclosed, brief-contact concentrations, so treat it as low-risk — but the rules below still matter if you follow it with a leave-on exfoliating toner or serum.

Exfoliation Lane × Exfoliation Lane: don't stack this cleanser with a second strong leave-on AHA/BHA/PHA product in the same session if you're new to actives — alternate days (e.g. this cleanser daily, a stronger leave-on exfoliant 2-3x/week) rather than running both at full frequency immediately.

Barrier override: if your moisturizer stings or skin feels tight within 30 minutes of cleansing, pause all leave-on actives and use this cleanser alone (or swap to a gentler option) for 3-7 days.

Pre-period breakouts happen because progesterone causes the pore lining to physically swell, narrowing the opening and trapping sebum beneath — this cleanser's BHA helps keep that opening clear, but it will not eliminate hormonal breakouts on its own.

Chronic stress elevates cortisol, which increases sebum output and can worsen inflammatory breakouts — a mechanical/gentle cleanser like this one won't lower cortisol, but its Centella content provides a mild calming counter-effect during the wash step itself, which matters on days when skin already feels reactive.

MYTH: "A squeaky-clean feeling after washing means the cleanser worked." REALITY: squeaky-clean means the acid mantle has been stripped past pH 5.5 — it signals barrier damage, not effective cleansing.

MYTH: "Scrubbing harder clears pores faster." REALITY: physical friction increases irritation and can push debris deeper; the BHA's chemical action, not pressure, is what actually dissolves oil-bound buildup.

Hard water note: Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region; hard water can leave a calcium-stearate film after cleansing that causes tightness. Follow with a pH-adjusting toner to counteract this residue, especially if you notice a filmy feeling after rinsing.

*Concentration not publicly disclosed by the brand at the time of writing — evidence grade reflects the ingredient class generally, not this specific formula's dose.

Full INCI: Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water (62%), Glycerin, Purified Water, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Lauryl Glucoside, Coco-Glucoside, Acrylates Copolymer, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Salix Alba Bark Water, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Glacial Water, Carbonated Water, Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Calamine, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder (50ppm), Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Powder, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronic Acid, Allantoin, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassoside, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Capryl Glycol, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Lauric Acid, Mannan, Lactobionic Acid, Citric Acid, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Methylpropanediol, Benzyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Raspberry Ketone, Fragrance.

*This ingredient list was independently corroborated via web-search summaries of third-party ingredient databases rather than a direct primary-source fetch this session — treated as medium confidence. If you have the physical packaging, its printed ingredient list is the definitive source.

Preservative system: 1,2-Hexanediol, Capryl Glycol, and Ethylhexylglycerin — a paraben-free, multi-functional preservative/humectant combination common in modern K-beauty formulas.

Fragrance status: Synthetic Fragrance (Parfum) — the INCI lists an unbroken "Fragrance" term near the end. Scent: retailer copy describes a matcha/green-tea-forward scent. EU-26 allergen screen: no individually named EU-26 allergen (Limonene, Linalool, etc.) appears in the corroborated INCI — only the generic "Fragrance" term.

*Based on brand-declared INCI available through third-party sources. The term "Fragrance" may contain undisclosed allergens. Patch test advised for sensitive individuals.

Alcohol disclosure: Alcohol-Free (no drying ethanol-type alcohol detected in the corroborated INCI).

Halal: *Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation, no porcine-derived ingredients, and no haram animal-derived ingredients detected in the declared ingredient list. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.

Vegan: *Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No animal-derived ingredients detected. This is NOT a formal vegan certification by The Vegan Society or equivalent body.

Cruelty-Free: *Brand-stated policy. Not independently certified by Leaping Bunny, PETA, or equivalent third-party audit. *Brand states cruelty-free, but SOME BY MI sells products in Mainland China retail, where post-market animal testing may be required by law; cross-border e-commerce sales may be exempt.

Microplastic-Free: No — contains Acrylates Copolymer, a liquid film-forming polymer generally classified as a microplastic-class ingredient.

MFDS Classification: not confirmed as a Functional Cosmetic filing — treat as General Cosmetic. Brand claim: "free from 20 harmful chemicals including SLS/SLES"* — the corroborated INCI's sulfate-free surfactant base (amino-acid/glucoside surfactants) supports the SLS/SLES-free portion; the full 20-ingredient exclusion list itself was not independently verified.

*Brand claims "free from 20 harmful chemicals" but no publicly available list or third-party audit of that exact claim has been disclosed.

Evidence confidence: Medium — the matcha-water concentration and surfactant base are well-corroborated; the exfoliant concentrations and the "20 harmful chemicals" claim are Marketing-Only*.

A retailer listing found during research is titled "(2024 Version)," suggesting at least one reformulation since original launch — the ingredient list above reflects the most recently corroborated version found.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Conditional. Contains Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Lauric Acid, and Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil — all recognised Malassezia-feeding ingredients. Rinse-off contact time reduces but does not eliminate the risk for genuinely fungal-acne-prone skin.

Assessment: None. As a rinse-off cleanser, this product does not remain on skin to interact with subsequent layers, so there is no pilling risk from this step itself.

Color baseline: a pale green gel from the matcha content; a noticeable color shift toward brown or a separated, watery texture signals oxidation or spoilage — discard if you see either.

Storage: keep the cap tightly closed and store away from direct bathroom-window sunlight and prolonged heat — Mauritius bathroom humidity and heat both accelerate preservative breakdown over time.

Spoilage signs: off/rancid smell replacing the matcha scent, visible separation that doesn't remix on shaking, or a change in texture from gel to watery. When in doubt, discard.

Patch test on the inner forearm for 24 hours, then behind the ear for 24 hours, before full facial use — this matters more here than for a typical gentle cleanser because of the undisclosed fragrance.

If an adverse reaction occurs: STOP ALL ACTIVES. For 72 hours, use ONLY a gentle cleanser and plain moisturizer. No acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or essential oils. After 72 hours, reintroduce ONE product per 14 days. Seek emergency care for hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty.

1. Washing more than twice daily, which restarts the over-cleansing cycle. 2. Scrubbing hard instead of using the 60-second gentle-massage rule. 3. Using hot water, which strips lipids faster than lukewarm water. 4. Skipping moisturizer afterward, assuming a "clean" cleanser needs no follow-up. 5. Expecting cleanser alone to clear stubborn blackheads without a leave-on treatment step.

Overuse threshold: more than twice daily consistently strips the acid mantle and triggers compensatory oil production — using more product per wash does not clean better, it just increases irritation risk.

Usage math: at roughly 1cm per use, twice daily, a 100ml bottle provides approximately 130-160 uses. Lifespan: at recommended dosage, that's roughly 2-2.5 months of twice-daily use; overdosing (using 2-3x the recommended amount) shortens this to under a month without improving results.

Reorder timing: plan to reorder about 2 weeks before you expect the bottle to run out, to allow for shipping time.

This cleanser is the first step in a pore-care routine built around clearing sebum without stripping the barrier that keeps sebum production in check.

AM: 1. Super Matcha Pore Clean Cleansing Gel (60s, rinse) → 2. SOME BY MI AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner (5-8 drops) → 3. Jumiso Niacinamide 2 + Oil Control Cream (1-1.5 peas) → 4. SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum (2-finger rule).

PM: 1. Micellar water first swipe if wearing SPF/makeup → 2. Super Matcha Pore Clean Cleansing Gel (60s, rinse) → 3. Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner → 4. SKIN1004 Poremizing Fresh Ampoule → 5. Moisturizer.

If your skin is barrier-compromised right now (stinging, tightness, flaking), drop to once-daily PM use of this cleanser and skip the toner's own acid content until skin recovers. If you're in AC all day, seal your AM moisturizer with an occlusive layer, since this cleanser doesn't add any lasting hydration of its own.

Weekly add-on: the same sub-line's SOME BY MI Super Matcha Pore Clean Clay Mask can be used once or twice weekly for a more intensive pore treatment, since it carries genuinely higher matcha and kaolin concentrations than this daily cleanser.

After purchasing, you will receive our skincare education email series covering this product in depth. The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with the Super Matcha Pore Clean Cleansing Gel, not on margin or stock levels. If a pairing does not exist in our catalog, we say so. If you already own a product that fills the same role, use what you have first.

If you want a comparable low-pH pore-care cleanser with a more disclosed BHA concentration, JUMISO Pore-Purifying Salicylic Acid Cleanser discloses 0.5% Salicylic Acid, versus this product's undisclosed level. Three further verified alternatives currently in stock: Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Cleanser (gentler, ~pH 5.5, natural AHA from green plum), and JUMISO D-Panthenol Barrier Soothing Cleansing Milk (fragrance-free, for reactive/barrier-compromised skin days).

Choose the Super Matcha Pore Clean Cleansing Gel over the JUMISO Pore-Purifying Salicylic Acid Cleanser if you need a genuinely high-percentage antioxidant water base (62% matcha) alongside your pore-care step rather than a single disclosed-strength acid.

If you match 2 or more of these: known fungal-acne trigger sensitivity is not a concern for you; you want antioxidant support baked into your daily cleanse; you're not fragrance-sensitive — then this product is worth choosing. Don't upgrade if: you are fungal-acne-prone and need a strictly FA-safe formula, or you have a diagnosed fragrance allergy — the JUMISO alternative's more disclosed, simpler formula is safer for those cases.

This product's PRIMARY function is: daily gentle cleansing with light pore-care support. You do NOT need this if you already own an unopened, unexpired low-pH gel or foam cleanser with similar BHA/PHA content — finish that one first.

Stacking assessment: No Benefit if you already use another matcha- or willow-bark-based cleanser (same mechanism); Significant Benefit if your current cleanser is a high-pH bar soap or a sulfate foaming cleanser (different, gentler pathway).

This product is sourced through authorized Korean distributors — primarily Craver Co., Ltd (South Korea), alongside other verified distribution partners. Craver is a major Korean beauty distributor and the parent company of SKIN1004, handling authorized distribution for multiple K-beauty brands. All products are shipped directly to Mauritius via verified channels.

For comprehensive information about how we verify authenticity, our layered verification system, and how to check your product at home, visit our dedicated Authenticity and Trust page.

Quick checks for this SKU: compare the printed batch code and outer-box print quality against official brand photos, and confirm the pump/cap seal is intact on arrival — SOME BY MI has pursued legal action over counterfeit packaging in at least one market, so buying only through authorized retailers like Adilsons matters.

SOME BY MI's name blends "something" with "miracle" and the Korean word for beauty. The brand built its reputation on the globally best-selling AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner, and has since expanded into multiple ingredient-led sub-lines including this Super Matcha pore-care range.

Independent reviews for this exact product were limited in this research pass. Skinsort's aggregator lists it as used in 22 community-built routines, without capturing individual written review text in the search results retrieved. No Reddit thread specific to this SKU was found on r/AsianBeauty or r/SkincareAddiction.

What we found consistently: retailer copy across multiple independent listings (iHerb, YesStyle, Superdrug, Amazon) repeats the same core claims (matcha-forward scent, mild scrub texture, sensitive-skin marketing) without independently attributable star ratings or verbatim customer quotes surfacing in this pass. We would rather say that plainly than invent a plausible-sounding review.

Sustainability: check local recycling guidance for the plastic type printed on the container base; the brand has not published a refill program for this SKU.

Is this cleanser fungal-acne safe? No — it contains Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Lauric Acid, and Coconut Oil, all recognised Malassezia-feeding ingredients. Fungal-acne-prone skin should choose a different cleanser.

Does it have a low pH? The brand and retailers market it as low pH, but no independently confirmed numeric value was found — treat this as a brand claim, not a verified figure.

Is it fragrance-free? No — the INCI ends in an unbroken "Fragrance" term, though no individually named EU-26 allergen was identified in the corroborated ingredient list.

Will it clear blackheads on its own? Not fully — its BHA/PHA are at undisclosed, brief-contact concentrations. Pair it with a leave-on BHA toner or the same sub-line's clay mask for stronger pore-clearing.

Can I use it twice a day? Yes for oily/combination skin; drier skin types may prefer once-daily (PM) use to avoid over-drying.

BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acid)

An oil-soluble acid (here, from willow bark) that works inside pores to dissolve oil-bound debris.

PHA (Polyhydroxy Acid)

A gentler, larger-molecule exfoliating acid than glycolic acid; Lactobionic Acid is one example.

Acid mantle

The skin's naturally acidic (pH 4.5-5.5) protective surface film.

Fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis)

Breakouts caused by yeast overgrowth, triggered by certain fatty ingredients — distinct from bacterial acne.

Fairy dusting

Including a marketed ingredient at such a low concentration it likely has little functional effect.

Estimated 1% line

The approximate point in an INCI list below which ingredients are typically present at under 1% concentration.

MFDS

Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, which classifies some cosmetics as "Functional" after additional testing.

Centella Asiatica

A calming botanical extract whose isolated actives (Madecassoside, Asiaticoside) support barrier comfort.

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Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).

Processing and Timing: Orders process in 1-2 business days; usually ready by Day 3 for pickup by our delivery partners/regional team. Partner collection can take up to 1 week. After pickup, delivery typically takes 1-5 business days (weekdays only).

Express: May be available by region; request on WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

Liquids/Sensitive Items: Serums, toners, liquid makeup (and kits containing liquids) are pickup or door-to-door only; checkout enforces this.

Scheduling: Deliveries run by region on set schedules; we will contact you the evening before.

Pickup: Citadelle Mall pickup available.

Returns: No change-of-mind exchanges.

Refunds (Summary): For defective/damaged on receipt (report within 48h), wrong item, or manufacturing defect within 6 months. Refunds via bank transfer (7-10 business days); card refunds may incur a 5% processor fee (fee not charged for defects/order errors). Opened skincare/personal-care items are non-returnable (except if damaged on delivery).

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Best for: oily, combination, and acne-prone skin dealing with enlarged pores and Mauritius-humidity sebum who want a daily cleanser with real antioxidant content, not just a stripped-back surfactant wash.

Key benefits: genuinely high 62% matcha-water base; sulfate-free amino-acid surfactant system; dual BHA+PHA pore-care mechanism; suits both AM and PM use.

Keep in mind: not fungal-acne-safe; not fragrance-free; exfoliant concentrations are undisclosed, so pair with a dedicated leave-on treatment if you need stronger pore-clearing.