SOME BY MI AHA BHA PHA 30 DAYS MIRACLE AC SOS KIT

Values (kit-wide, self-assessed): 100% Genuine (Adilsons policy) / Halal-Friendly* on 3 of 4 components (Toner contains a debated bird's-nest extract; see Section 26) / Not Vegan (the Foam contains Beeswax) / Not Fragrance-Free (all four components contain Tea Tree and/or other essential oils) / Not FA-Safe (Foam and Serum both carry fungal-acne-conditional fats/oils).

Empathy line: Active breakouts are frustrating on their own, and dealing with them in Mauritius heat and sweat makes it worse — this kit exists to let you test a genuinely acne-focused system in small, low-commitment sizes rather than gambling on four full-size bottles at once.

Pros: lets you trial an acne-targeted 4-step system before buying full-size; shares one soothing base across all four so the "feel" is consistent; genuinely mild disclosed acid levels reduce over-exfoliation risk versus stacking four separate strong-acid products.

Caveats: no sunscreen included despite the acids requiring one; strong, shared Tea Tree/herbal scent across all four steps may not suit fragrance-averse users; not fungal-acne-safe; not suitable for deep/cystic acne despite the "SOS" name; the Foam's Beeswax means the kit is not vegan overall.

In Mauritius heat, the "grimy" feeling by midday is sweat and sebum doing their job, not dirt — washing with the Acne Clear Foam more than twice daily, or adding a second acid step the same day, strips the skin's natural pH 4.5-5.5 acid mantle. That triggers compensatory sebum overproduction, the exact oiliness this kit is meant to control.

The Foam's amino-acid surfactant base is gentler than a true saponified soap bar, but it still contains undisclosed-level Salicylic Acid on top of a potassium-soap component — twice-daily use plus a full acid routine on top is the most common way to tip into this cycle. Once or twice daily, followed by the pH ~5.5 Toner, is the safer default.

1. Week 1: Acne Clear Foam (AM and PM) + Cream (AM and PM). No Toner or Serum yet.
2. Week 2: Add the Toner at PM, after the Foam, before the Cream.
3. Week 3+: Add the Serum at PM, 2-3 nights per week, between the Toner and Cream — and add sunscreen every morning from Week 1 onward, not just once the Serum starts.

Introduce this kit as the only new skincare system in your routine. Wait a full 14 days after finishing the introduction sequence above before adding anything else, so any reaction can be traced to a specific component.

1. Acne Clear Foam
2. Toner (optional in AM once tolerated)
3. Cream (moisturize, use a thin layer)
4. Sunscreen SPF30+ (not included in this kit — non-negotiable)

The Serum is best kept to PM-only, at least initially — its trace acid load plus 14.5% Centella is more useful as an overnight calming step than a morning one, and it reduces the number of active layers you're wearing under sunscreen and daytime heat.

1. Double-cleanse first if wearing sunscreen/makeup (an oil cleanser, then the Acne Clear Foam as the water-based second cleanse)
2. Toner
3. Serum (2-3 nights/week to start; shake before use)
4. Cream

This is a skin-cycling-compatible sequence: on nights you skip the Serum, simply go Foam → Toner → Cream as a gentler "recovery" version of the same routine.

Given the mini sizes in this kit, expect the Foam and Serum to run out well before you've decided whether you like the line — that is by design for a trial kit, not a flaw; see Section 36 for realistic depletion estimates.

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: viscosity ladder thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Wait-time defaults: watery layers 10-20s, serum layers 30-60s, 10-15 minutes before sunscreen if heading outdoors. Amount defaults: watery toner 5-8 drops, serum 2-3 drops, cream 1-2 peas, sunscreen the two-finger rule for face (+1 finger for neck). Hydrators sit best on slightly damp skin; exfoliating acids on dry or lightly damp skin depending on tolerance — keep to one active lane per routine. If a routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers, don't add more.

AM Maximum Stack (all 16 modules, correct order): 1) Rinse/Gentle Cleanse (this kit's Foam slots here) → 2) pH-Prep/Balancing Toner (optional) → 3) Hydrating Toner Layers (this kit's Toner slots here once tolerated) → 4) Essence (optional) → 5) Mist/Thermal Water (optional) → 6) Booster/Soothing Serum (this kit's Serum can slot here on tolerant skin, though PM is the safer default) → 7) Antioxidant Lane (optional) → 8) Pigment Support Lane (optional) → 9) Hydration Serum Lane (optional) → 10) Oil-Control/Sebum-Regulating Lane (optional) → 11) Peptides/Growth-Factor/Repair Lane (optional) → 12) Eye Serum/Cream (optional) → 13) Moisturizer (this kit's Cream slots here) → 14) Optional Sealing Layer (only if dry/AC) → 15) Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable, not included in this kit) → 16) Lip SPF (optional). In AM, prioritize comfort and SPF adherence over stacking — in high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.

PM Maximum Stack (all 14 modules, correct order): 1) Micellar (optional pre-cleanse) → 2) Oil Cleanser/Balm (if wearing SPF/makeup) → 3) Water Cleanser (this kit's Acne Clear Foam slots here) → 4) pH-Prep Toner (optional) → 5) Hydrating Toner Layers (this kit's Toner slots here) → 6) Essence (optional) → 7) Soothing/Barrier Serum (optional) → 8) [Anchor Product] (this kit's Serum, the anchor treatment step, 2-3x/week to start) → 9) Targeted Serum (optional, only if non-conflicting) → 10) Moisturizer (this kit's Cream) → 11) Sleeping Mask (optional) → 12) Occlusive Seal (optional; avoid if clog-prone) → 13) Spot Treatment/Pimple Patch (as needed) → 14) Lip Sleeping Mask (optional). Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.

One-lane rule: 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.

Layer thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase: Toner, then Serum (its oil phase makes it heavier than the Toner despite being labeled a "serum"), then Cream.

The Serum is the one component genuinely worth rationing (3x/week to start) since it is this kit's most concentrated soothing-plus-acid step. Exceeding a daily Serum pace does not produce faster results — it produces barrier damage, particularly given the shared essential-oil load across all four components.

Purging vs. Reaction: Purging shows up as small breakouts in your usual acne-prone areas and resolves within 2-4 weeks — most likely from the Serum or Toner. A reaction shows up in new areas, involves burning, swelling, or hives, and does not improve; stop the specific component and consult Section 33 (Safety and Patch Test) below.

Before starting this kit, your skin should already have: an intact, non-flaking barrier and a consistent sunscreen habit you're prepared to extend to every day you use any of these four components. Without these, this kit causes more harm than benefit.

The kit's overall rating is governed by its least-suitable essential component — the Serum's fragrance load and the Foam's Beeswax/fatty-acid content are the two most likely points of friction for reactive or fungal-acne-prone skin.

• Active breakouts and clogged pores: Salicylic Acid (BHA, disclosed at 0.5% in the Cream, present at undisclosed % in the Foam and Toner) penetrates and clears pore-level debris; primary driver: Foam and Cream, secondary: Toner.
• Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH): Niacinamide (present across Toner/Serum/Cream) inhibits melanosome transfer to fade dark marks over time — this addresses brown/red post-acne marks (PIH), not active redness/inflammation (PIE), which the Centella content addresses instead.
• Redness and irritation: high-percentage Centella Asiatica in the Serum (14.5%) and Cream (70.78%) is the main calming driver.
• Excess sebum: Tea Tree (present in all four) plus Niacinamide.

What this kit cannot do: it cannot physically shrink pore size (only reduce the debris that stretches pores visibly), cannot treat deep cystic or hormonal acne despite the "SOS" name, and cannot lighten your natural skin tone — "brightening" here means fading excess pigment from marks, not changing complexion.

The four included components are already designed to work together (shared Truecica base, one active lane). The genuinely missing role is sun protection, mandatory once you introduce this kit's acids; a gentle cleanser, soothing serum and richer moisturizer are also worth having on hand for the "recovery" nights described in the Weekly Planner above.

Pilling note: the Serum's oil phase can pill under a silicone-heavy sunscreen if not fully absorbed — wait 60-90 seconds after the Cream before applying any of the sunscreen picks above.

This is a conflict-solver for ACTIVE ingredients. If you run multiple actives, use these rules to avoid irritation, deactivation, and barrier damage.

• One Active Lane per routine: in a single AM or PM routine, run only one primary active lane. This kit's Toner + Serum + Cream already share one lane (mild acid/soothing) — do not add a separate retinoid, strong Vitamin C, or benzoyl peroxide product into the same routine on the same night.
• × Retinoids: never use a retinol/retinal/tretinoin product the same night as this kit's Toner or Serum. Instead: alternate nights (kit night / retinoid night), or Skin Cycling (Night 1 kit acids, Night 2 retinoid, Nights 3-4 recovery with just Foam + Cream).
• × Benzoyl Peroxide: avoid combining a separate BPO product with this kit's Salicylic-Acid-bearing components in the same routine — double acne-active stacking increases irritation without proportional benefit. Instead: BPO AM / this kit's acid steps PM, or alternate days.
• × L-Ascorbic Acid Vitamin C: avoid layering a separate pure Vitamin C serum with this kit's Toner/Serum in the same routine. Instead: Vitamin C AM, this kit's Toner/Serum PM.
• × Other separate AHA/BHA/PHA products: don't stack a second strong acid toner or serum on top of this kit — you would be running two exfoliation lanes at once. Instead: use this kit's own four steps as your complete acid lane and skip the separate product until you finish this kit.
• Barrier override: if a moisturizer stings or skin feels tight within 30 minutes of the Foam, pause the Toner and Serum for 3-7 days and run Foam (PM only) + Cream only.

Scheduling Template (Alternate-Night Protocol): Mon/Wed/Fri — full kit including Serum. Tue/Thu — Foam, Toner, Cream (recovery, no Serum). Sat/Sun — Foam + Cream only (deeper recovery).

Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.

Pre-period breakouts happen because progesterone causes the pore lining to physically swell, narrowing the opening and trapping sebum beneath — this kit's Salicylic-Acid-bearing components (Foam, Toner, Cream) can help once the swelling resolves, but introducing a brand-new component during the luteal phase makes it harder to tell a hormonal breakout from an irritation reaction.

• Aspirin/salicylate sensitivity: the Foam, Toner and Cream all contain Salicylic Acid (BHA) at varying disclosed/undisclosed concentrations. If you have a known aspirin or salicylate sensitivity, patch test each of these three components individually before full use.
• Ragweed family sensitivity: the Serum contains Chamomilla Recutita (Chamomile) Flower Extract. Individuals with ragweed pollen allergies can cross-react to chamomile-family botanicals.
• Bee/pollen allergy: the Foam contains Beeswax. Individuals with bee-product allergies should patch test the Foam specifically before use.

The Acne Clear Foam is rinse-off and not relevant to this assessment. Adilsons provides this assessment based on the products' physical properties. Rulings on wudu validity vary between scholars — consult your own trusted Islamic authority.

• MYTH: "SOS" means this kit will clear a breakout overnight. REALITY: across all four components, the disclosed acid concentrations are low — the Cream's 0.5% Salicylic Acid is the strongest figure in the whole kit. Real reduction in breakout frequency typically takes 4-8+ weeks of consistent use, not an emergency-speed fix.
• MYTH: "A foaming cleanser that lathers a lot is cleaning deeper." REALITY: heavy foam is a surfactant/formulation choice, not a depth-of-clean indicator — over-washing with any foaming cleanser, including this one, can strip the acid mantle and worsen oiliness through rebound sebum production.
• MYTH: "'30 Days Miracle' means results in 30 days." REALITY: this is brand marketing, not a clinical timeline. Real, lasting improvement in breakout frequency typically takes 2-3 months of consistent use plus daily sunscreen.

Sugar cane burning season (July-November): PM2.5 increases during this period; the Centella content in the Serum and Cream provides some antioxidant support, but neither is a substitute for a dedicated pollution-defense product if you spend long hours outdoors.

Hard water note: Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region; hard-water residue can add to post-cleanse tightness after the Foam — the Toner's role in this routine also helps counteract that residue.

Acne Clear Foam — Full INCI (confidence: medium, reconstructed from this store's own prior descriptionHtml, not independently re-fetched this run): Water, Glycerin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Lauric Acid, Myristic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Lauryl Betaine, Butylene Glycol, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Beeswax, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Salicylic Acid, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Hydroxyacetophenone, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Calamine, Gluconolactone, Citric Acid, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid.

*Salicylic Acid sits below the estimated 1% line in the Foam's INCI list — in a brief rinse-off contact window, its contribution is best understood as a supporting trace addition on top of the true amino-acid/potassium-soap cleansing mechanism, not an independent exfoliation dose. This component also contains Beeswax, making it the one non-vegan item in this kit.

Toner — Full INCI (confidence: medium-high): Water, Butylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Lens Esculenta (Lentil) Seed Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Swiftlet Nest Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Fructan, Allantoin, Adenosine, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Xylitol, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Salicylic Acid, Lactobionic Acid, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Benzyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Raspberry Ketone, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil.

*Salicylic Acid, Lactobionic Acid and Citric Acid all sit below the estimated 1% line in the Toner's INCI list, suggesting a trace/mild-exfoliation concentration rather than a peel-strength dose, despite "AHA-BHA-PHA" being the product's entire marketed identity.

Serum — Full INCI (confidence: medium-high): Water, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Propanediol, Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Citric Acid, Lactic Acid, Malic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Pyruvic Acid, Tartaric Acid, Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf Extract, Lactobionic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, and a further botanical/oil complex (cranberry, lavender, basil, lilac, houttuynia, angelica, althaea, madecassoside, camellia oleifera, rice bran, rose hip, sweet almond, meadowfoam, grapefruit peel, orange peel, turmeric, neem, moringa, holy basil oils/extracts), Disodium EDTA, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Limonene, Citronellol, Linalool, Geraniol.

*This ingredient (the AHA/BHA/PHA acid complex) appears below the estimated 1% line in the Serum's INCI list, suggesting it is present at a trace/sub-exfoliating concentration despite being the entire marketed identity of the "30 Days Miracle" line. Its inclusion in this component may be primarily for marketing/soothing-adjacent effect rather than meaningful chemical exfoliation.

Cream — Full INCI (confidence: medium — see the open discrepancy note below): Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract (70.78%), Cyclopentasiloxane, Propanediol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Purified Water, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water (10,000ppm), Butylene Glycol, Cyclomethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Phenyltrimethicone, PEG-100 Stearate, Salicylic Acid (5,000ppm), [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil, Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil, and an extensive botanical-extract and film-former complex (neem, turmeric, red algae, green tea, knotweed, skullcap, licorice, chamomile, rosemary, willow bark, aloe, rose water, and 40+ further named fruit/plant extracts), Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Citric Acid, Lactobionic Acid, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Linalool, Limonene.

*An independent WebSearch summary of a separate INCIDecoder listing for a product with this same name returned a materially different, non-silicone ingredient sequence for the Cream (led by Dipropylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride and castor oil, rather than the silicone/Cyclopentasiloxane sequence above). This may reflect two genuine formula versions circulating for this product. The sequence rendered above is the one independently corroborated against this component's own detailed percentage disclosures; treat it as medium rather than high confidence pending a direct primary-source fetch.

No component in this kit is fragrance-free. Used together as a full 4-step routine, the cumulative essential-oil/fragrance load is meaningfully higher than any single component alone — this is the most likely source of irritation for reactive or fragrance-sensitive skin, more so than the disclosed acid concentrations themselves. Patch test each component individually (see Section 33) before combining all four.

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data; not a formal third-party Halal or Vegan certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars, particularly regarding the Toner's Swiftlet Nest Extract. *Brand-stated cruelty-free policy; not independently certified by Leaping Bunny, PETA, or an equivalent third-party audit, and the brand sells in Mainland China where post-market animal testing may apply to some channels (cross-border e-commerce sales may be exempt).

Kit-wide vegan status: this kit as a whole is NOT vegan — the Acne Clear Foam (Beeswax) and Toner (Swiftlet Nest Extract) both contain animal-derived ingredients.

Microplastic status: Foam, Toner and Serum — microplastic-free based on declared INCI. Cream — if the silicone-forward formula version applies (see Section 23), it contains Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer film-formers and is not microplastic-free; this is not confirmed given the open formula-version question.

• Acne Clear Foam: MFDS Functional Cosmetic — aiding in the alleviation of acne-prone skin, via Salicylic Acid as the functional ingredient.
• Toner: marketed as a dual-function (brightening + wrinkle) product via Niacinamide + Adenosine; not independently verified against a public MFDS registry entry.
• Serum: MFDS Functional Cosmetic for Brightening via 2% Niacinamide; the "30 Days Miracle"/"SOS" naming is brand marketing with no independently verifiable dataset behind the specific timeline.*
• Cream: MFDS dual-Functional (Brightening via Niacinamide, Wrinkle-Improving via Adenosine).

*This is a brand marketing claim, not an independently verified clinical timeline.

Whitening/brightening translation: the Korean regulatory "brightening" (미백) classification means regulating melanin production to fade dark spots and even tone — it does not bleach skin or change your natural complexion.

The mini fill sizes above were confirmed via multiple independent, mutually-corroborating international retailers of the brand's identical global AC SOS kit (Amazon, Nudie Glow, Stylevana, Korean-Skincare, YesStyle, kbeautyworld, Kosmos Beauty Lab, The Skincare Library, Meandskin), not a direct read of Adilsons' own physical stock — treat the component identities as high confidence and the exact ml/g figures as reasonably reliable but not laboratory-verified against this specific shipment.

Anyone managing diagnosed fungal acne should be cautious with this kit as a whole — the Serum in particular carries several documented Malassezia-feeding oils, and the Foam and Cream each carry FA-conditional ingredients too.

Pilling: Low-to-Medium. The Serum's oil phase is the most likely source if layered too soon under the Cream or an external sunscreen — wait 60-90 seconds between each leave-on step.

Storage: Store all four components in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Shake the Serum before each use — separation between its oil and water phases is by design, not spoilage.

Patch-test each component separately, never the kit as a whole — apply a small amount of one component (inner forearm or behind the ear) and wait 24-48 hours before introducing the next, so any reaction can be attributed to a specific formula. Start with the Foam and Cream, then the Toner, then the Serum last, mirroring the "How to Begin" sequence above.

72-hour barrier reset: if you react to any component, stop all four immediately. For 72 hours, use only a gentle cleanser, a plain moisturizer, and mineral sunscreen — no acids, essential oils, or exfoliants. After 72 hours, reintroduce one component per 14 days, starting with the Foam.

Emergency stop signals: hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty — seek emergency care and stop all four components immediately.

• Starting all four components on day one instead of the phased sequence above.
• Treating the Serum as mandatory daily use from the start — 2-3x/week is the safer introduction pace.
• Skipping sunscreen because "it wasn't in the box."
• Using the Foam more than twice daily on already-dry or reactive skin.
• Expecting this "SOS" kit to resolve deep/cystic acne — it is built for mild-to-moderate active breakouts.

Overuse threshold: using the Foam more than twice daily, or the Serum daily before your skin has shown 2+ weeks of tolerance, does not accelerate results — it accelerates barrier damage.

These four minis will not deplete at the same rate — the Foam and Serum are likely to run out first if you use the kit daily and consistently, well before you have a full, considered impression of the Toner or Cream. This mismatch is normal for a trial kit; consider it a reason to evaluate each component's own full-size standalone listing on its own timeline rather than reordering the whole kit again.

AM: 1) Acne Clear Foam → 2) Toner (once tolerated) → 3) Cream → 4) Sunscreen (not included — see the pairing table above).

PM: 1) Double cleanse if wearing sunscreen/makeup, second cleanse with the Foam → 2) Toner → 3) Serum (2-3x/week to start) → 4) Cream.

If your skin is barrier-compromised right now: use only the Foam (once daily, PM) and Cream until stable, and delay the Toner and Serum.

If you're in AC all day: layer a hydrating toner or essence underneath the Cream, since the mini Cream is a lightweight gel-cream, not a rich occlusive.

Fill the one missing role — sunscreen: Beauty of Joseon RELIEF SUN: Rice + Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++ 50ML (or the three verified alternatives in the pairing table above).

After purchasing, you will receive our skincare education email series covering this kit in depth.

The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with this kit, 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 already know you like this line and want to skip the trial-size step, three of the four components exist as their own full-size, verified-in-stock listings: Toner 150ml (or the identical-size 30ml), Serum 50ml, and Cream 60g. The Foam's closest standalone match in this catalog is the 100ml Acne Clear Foam (a larger fill of the same formula).

For very sensitive or barrier-compromised skin: Purito SEOUL Wonder Releaf Centella Mini Kit Unscented 60ML — choose this if this kit's Tea Tree/essential-oil load seems too strong; it focuses on calming with Centella instead of active exfoliation, better suited to healing a damaged barrier first.

For stubborn dark spots (PIH) rather than active breakouts: Anua Niacinamide 10%+TXA 4% Dark Spot Correcting Serum 30ML — choose this if your main concern is fading post-acne marks rather than new breakouts; also available as a 10ml mini or a 50ml 10%/3% version, or ROUND LAB Vita Niacinamide Dark Spot Serum 30ML.

For a gentler, hydrating exfoliant instead of this kit's full 4-step system: Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Toner: AHA + BHA 150ML — a milder single-step daily exfoliating toner without the Tea Tree/essential-oil intensity of this kit.

Mindful use: if you already have a comparable exfoliating cleanser, toner, serum, or moisturizer at home, finish those first — buying this kit on top of a full existing routine adds redundant essential-oil exposure without adding a new benefit.

This kit's primary function is a mini-size trial of a Tea-Tree-and-Centella acne system focused on active breakouts. You do not need this kit if you already own a working cleanser, toner, treatment serum, and moisturizer that address the same concern — finish those first.

Stacking assessment: if you already use a different AHA/BHA/PHA leave-on product, adding this kit's Toner and Serum on top provides No Additional Benefit (same mechanism, same active lane) and meaningfully increases irritation risk. If your existing routine has no acid-exfoliation step at all, this kit provides Significant Benefit as an introduction. If you already own the sibling Starter Kit (Cleansing Bar version), buying this one too is redundant — they share the same Toner, Serum and Cream formulas and differ only in the cleanser.

This kit 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 verification tips: genuine Some By Mi mini kits carry consistent Korean/English print quality and printed batch/manufacturing dates on each individual mini unit; SOME BY MI has pursued legal action against counterfeit packaging in at least one market, so mismatched logo color or blurry print on any of the four minis is a real counterfeit tell.

Parent company: Perennebell Co., Ltd. (South Korea), founded 2016 by Lee Ji-eun, headquartered in Seoul. Hero ingredients: Galactomyces ferment and this tri-acid AHA/BHA/PHA exfoliating complex. Manufacturing: marketed as "proudly manufactured in Korea," though whether in-house or via contract manufacturers is not independently confirmed.

The brand's name blends "Something" and "By a Miracle" with "Mi" (Korean for beauty). This AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle line, and specifically its Toner, is the brand's globally best-selling, most-copied product — which is also why counterfeit vigilance (see Sourcing above) matters more here than on a lesser-known SKU.

Community coverage of this exact 4-piece AC SOS kit (rather than its individual components sold separately) is limited, but Reddit r/AsianBeauty discussion of the line describes noticeable improvement in acne size and skin texture after consistent use of several weeks to a few months, alongside an honest caveat that it is "no miracle treatment" and that initial irritation from the acid components is common in the first couple of weeks before settling.

At the individual-component level: the Serum and Cream each have sentiment (via their own existing product listings) describing good results for combination/acne-prone skin with a strong, polarizing Tea Tree scent as the most common caveat — but the specific dated quotes on those two components' listings were not independently re-verified against the original platforms this run, so they are presented here as themes, not confirmed verbatim testimony.

Common praise themes: genuinely calming on active breakouts, doesn't feel greasy or heavy in humid climates, good value as a way to trial the whole line. Common complaint themes: the shared Tea Tree scent is strong and polarizing across all four steps; not effective for deep/cystic acne despite the "SOS" framing; some report the toner's pH may be too high for the acids to feel highly potent.

Delivery note: because this kit contains liquid components (Foam, Toner, Serum), it is pickup or door-to-door delivery only per Adilsons' standard liquids policy — see Section 47 below.

Do I have to use all four products together from day one?
No — introduce them one at a time over 2-3 weeks as described in "How to Begin" above, to identify any reaction to a specific component.

Is this kit fungal-acne safe?
No. The Serum in particular contains several plant oils commonly flagged as Malassezia triggers, and the Foam and Cream each carry FA-conditional ingredients. If you have diagnosed fungal acne, consider a different, simpler system.

Why isn't there a sunscreen in this kit?
This kit focuses on the brand's cleanse-tone-treat-moisturize system; every component's own instructions still require you to add a separate broad-spectrum sunscreen daily, since the acids increase photosensitivity.

Will this clear deep or cystic acne fast, given the "SOS" name?
Not reliably — "SOS" is brand marketing, not a clinical claim. This kit is built for mild-to-moderate active breakouts and typically shows real improvement over 4-8+ weeks, not overnight; deep, cystic or hormonal acne is better addressed with a dermatologist.

How is this different from the sibling Starter Kit?
The Toner, Serum and Cream are the same formulas and sizes in both kits. This AC SOS Kit swaps the Starter Kit's Cleansing Bar for an Acne Clear Foam — a gentler amino-acid cleanser more explicitly formulated for active breakouts, but also the one component that is not vegan (it contains Beeswax).

AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acid)

A water-soluble acid (e.g. Citric, Glycolic, Lactic Acid) that exfoliates the skin's surface.

BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acid)

An oil-soluble acid (Salicylic Acid) that penetrates into pores to clear sebum and debris.

PHA (Polyhydroxy Acid)

A larger-molecule, gentler exfoliating acid (e.g. Lactobionic Acid) that also acts as a humectant.

Centella Asiatica (Cica)

A soothing, wound-healing botanical extract, often called "Tiger Grass."

Niacinamide

Vitamin B3; brightens tone, regulates oil, supports the skin barrier.

PIH vs. PIE

PIH (Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation) is a brown/dark mark from excess melanin; PIE (Post-Inflammatory Erythema) is a red/pink mark from damaged capillaries. This kit's Niacinamide addresses PIH; its Centella content addresses active redness more than PIE specifically.

Purging

A temporary increase in breakouts in your usual acne-prone areas when starting an active ingredient, resolving within 2-4 weeks.

FA-Safe / FA-Conditional / FA-Unsafe

Whether a formula's fatty-acid/oil content is documented to feed Malassezia yeast (fungal acne). None of this kit's four components are FA-Safe.

Every product sold by Adilsons Beauty is 100% genuine, sourced through authorized Korean distribution channels. Full details on our verification system: Authenticity and Trust.

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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).

Source of Truth: This is a quick snapshot. If anything differs, the policy pages are final.

Store Policies: For the most up-to-date information, please review our Shipping Policy and Refund Policy.

Best for: shoppers with genuinely active, mild-to-moderate breakouts on oily, combination, or acne-prone skin who want to trial SOME BY MI's most acne-targeted Tea-Tree-and-Centella combination — cleanser, toner, serum, cream — before committing to full-size bottles.

Key benefits: one coherent soothing-plus-acne-care base across all four minis; genuinely mild disclosed acid levels reduce over-exfoliation risk versus stacking separate strong-acid products; low-commitment way to test fit before buying full size.

Keep in mind: no sunscreen included despite the acids requiring one daily; every component carries essential oils, so this is not fragrance-free or fungal-acne-safe; the Foam's Beeswax means the kit is not vegan; despite the "SOS" name, it is not built for deep or cystic acne; the Cream's exact ingredient list carries an open sourcing question (see Section 23); mini sizes will deplete before you've fully evaluated the line, especially the Foam and Serum.

Quick version: Days 1-5, Foam (AM/PM) + Cream (AM/PM) only, monitor tolerance. Days 6-12, add Toner at PM. Days 13+, add Serum at 2-3x/week if stable, increasing toward daily only if well tolerated after 2+ weeks. At any point, if irritation appears, return to the 72-Hour Barrier Reset (Section 33) rather than pushing through.

This kit must be introduced component-by-component, not all at once. Wait 14 days after your last new addition before introducing any other new skincare product.