AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner — Reddit Reviews
by Some By Mi
Updated September 25, 2026
Studies found niacinamide helps acne; Reddit says this acid toner can be harsh.
What the community says
A mixed-acid exfoliating toner with niacinamide, salicylic acid, and lactobionic acid. Redditors use it for acne, pores, and sebaceous filaments, and studies back niacinamide for acne. The trade-off is obvious: too frequent use can sting, dry, and wreck sensitive skin.
What this means for you
Backed by 26 threads from r/AsianBeauty, r/SkincareAddiction and 3 more.
Read the threads ↓What people love
- Acne, pores, and sebaceous filaments
- Niacinamide has real acne data
- Can be a once-or-twice-weekly exfoliant
Watch out for
Product details
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What the science says vs. what Reddit says
Acne
Some evidence
Niacinamide: 6 studies tested it on its own. See all 17 studies
On Reddit: PHA and niacinamide target persistent closed comedones and texture while also addressing sebaceous filaments twice weekly. 10 mentions
What the studies found
- Most studies found niacinamide helped acne
- Some studies found 4% niacinamide cleared acne about as well as clindamycin
- One study found 4% niacinamide improved red, sore spots, but IPL worked better
- Some research found no clear difference, and a large review said the effects were uncertain
Hyperpigmentation
Some evidence
Niacinamide: 5 studies tested it on its own. See all 24 studies
What the studies found
- All of these studies found niacinamide helped fade dark spots or patches
- In clinical trials, 5% niacinamide faded dark spots more than a placebo
- It also helped when used with salicylic acid peels, more than peels alone
- Used on its own, it helped, but one study found a niacinamide mix worked better
- One study found the fading effect reversed after stopping niacinamide
Research context, not treatment advice. Studies are about the ingredient, not necessarily this exact product.
Real Reddit threads — 73 mentions across 26 threads
Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner on Reddit, in one place — 26 threads from r/AsianBeauty, r/SkincareAddiction and 3 more, summarized.
“I tried Paula’s Choice BHA 2% and Some by Mi’s Miracle Toner but my skin became so flaky.”
Cautionary
“As for acids, I did try a few in the past but found it too drying”
Cautionary
“It probably did help in the beginning to give my skin a boost but after a while it had nothing more to give.”
Cautionary
“SOME BY MI AHA BHA PHA toner”
Positive
“My Routine now:”
Positive
“CeraVe PM oil free moisturizer, The ordinary glycolic acid 7% exfoliating toner”
Positive
“product list~ base: somebymi miracle toner”
Mentioned
“i know i look mean, but trust me i’m not !!!🤭 here’s my take on a dark sultry look.”
Mentioned
“I wish I could do blush placement and the base makeup this good.”
Mentioned
“I love jung saem mool cushion, some by mi toner, and colorgram tint as well”
Mentioned
“some by mi toner”
Mentioned
“love”
Mentioned
“Some By Mi Miracle Toner”
Positive
“SomebyMi AHA BHA Miracle Toner (~4 years)”
Positive
“if it works well, I stick with it for as long as I can get my hands on it. ☺️”
Positive
“Some By MI aha.bha.pha miracle toner has lived up to the branding for me”
Positive
“aha.bha.pha miracle toner”
Positive
“has lived up to the branding for me”
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