Dr. Althea skincare
Dr. Althea is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2014 and owned by The Pure Lab Co., Ltd..
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Dr. Althea is widely loved for its thoughtfully crafted moisturizers, cleansers, makeup removers, and serums, all driven by gentle formulas. Its products suit acne-prone skin and dry skin best, providing balanced care through these reliable formulations. For specific concerns, the brand offers standout solutions such as the Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser for acne-prone skin, the 345 Relief Cream for skin with dark spots, and the Vitamin C Boosting Serum for mature skin. Together, these offerings deliver a steady, soothing experience for daily routines.
This page covers some of the most popular Dr. Althea products; for the whole Dr. Althea range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.4Overall rating based on 4.5k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise Dr. Althea for lightweight and fast-absorbing textures, gentle and non-drying formulas, and effective soothing and hydration. The most common complaints are occasional breakouts and insufficient moisture for dry skin types.
Highlights
Gentle cleansers Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't dry out my face — Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser”
- “skin doesn't feel stripped — Amino Gel Cleanser”
Soothing moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
- “calms redness — 345 Relief Cream”
- “instantly calms irritated skin — Barrier Cream”
Soothing cleansers Mostly Mentioned
- “perfect for sensitive skin — Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser”
- “no breakouts at all — Amino Gel Cleanser”
Hydrating moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
- “hydrating but light — 345 Relief Cream”
- “consistently hydrated mornings — Barrier Cream”
Scent and irritation issues Sometimes Noted
- “smells like plants — 345 Relief Cream”
- “clinical scent — Barrier Cream”
- “Clouds vision temporarily — Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm”
Causes breakouts Sometimes Noted
- “broke me out — 345 Relief Cream”
- “gave me cystic acne — Barrier Cream”
- “broke me out badly — Vitamin C Boosting Serum”
Weak on waterproof makeup Sometimes Noted
- “Struggles with waterproof mascara — Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm”
- “won't remove mascara — Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser”
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Questions and answers
Is Dr. Althea good for oily skin?
Yes, Dr. Althea is good for oily skin, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for oily skin. The Dr. Althea products on this page help keep the face calm and smooth without feeling heavy.
Is Dr. Althea worth it?
Yes, Dr. Althea is worth it for shoppers seeking gentle and soothing skin care, with the Dr. Althea products on this page containing no fragrance. Lovi rates the brand-focused routines Superior for acne-prone, oily, and dry skin, and High for combination and sensitive skin.
What are Dr. Althea's best products?
Dr. Althea's best products are the Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser and 345 Relief Cream, both of which earn high ratings for many skin types including dry, oily, and acne-prone skin. Reviewers frequently praise the brand for its gentle cleansers and soothing moisturizers.
Which Dr. Althea moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The 345 Relief Cream is the best Dr. Althea moisturizer for dry skin, and the Barrier Cream is also available. Lovi rates the 345 Relief Cream High for dry skin, while the Barrier Cream rates Average.
Does Dr. Althea cause breakouts?
Dr. Althea is unlikely to cause breakouts as reviewers sometimes note breakouts as an issue, but the brand features gentle cleansers and soothing moisturizers that help calm the skin.
Is Dr. Althea fragrance-free?
Yes, every one of the Dr. Althea products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. Reviewers sometimes note scent and irritation issues, but the brand leaves out added fragrance across its range.
What are the key ingredients in Dr. Althea products?
Dr. Althea products feature ingredients like niacinamide to help fade dark spots, hyaluronic acid to boost hydration, and panthenol to soothe the skin.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
How do I build a Dr. Althea skincare routine?
To build a Dr. Althea routine for dry skin, start your morning with the Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser followed by the 345 Relief Cream and your favorite SPF. In the evening, use the Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm first, then the Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser, the 1025 Dokdo Cleansing Water, the Vitamin C Boosting Serum, and finish with the 345 Relief Cream. Once a week, you can add the Cica Mild Powder Wash and the Watermide Essential Mask into your evening steps.
Where can I buy Dr. Althea, and how much does it cost?
Dr. Althea products on this page are available at stores in the United Arab Emirates. Prices range from AED 33.39 to AED 69.00, with most items costing between AED 46.00 and AED 54.05.
What are good alternatives to Dr. Althea?
Good alternatives to Dr. Althea that have brand pages on Lovi include SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Some By Mi.
Dr. Althea vs SKIN1004: which is better?
Dr. Althea and SKIN1004 both work well, and Lovi rates Dr. Althea as Superior for dry, oily, and acne-prone skin, while SKIN1004 rates Superior for sensitive skin.
Who owns Dr. Althea, and where is it from?
Dr. Althea is a Korean brand founded in 2014, owned by The Pure Lab Co., Ltd..
Is Dr. Althea cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Dr. Althea as cruelty-free.
Is Dr. Althea good for dry skin?
Yes, Dr. Althea is good for dry skin, and Lovi rates the Dr. Althea-focused routine for dry skin as Superior. The Dr. Althea products on this page are also fragrance-free, which helps keep sensitive skin calm.
Which Dr. Althea cleanser is best for oily skin?
The Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser is best for oily skin as Lovi rates it Superior, while the Amino Gel Cleanser is rated Low.
Is Dr. Althea good for sensitive skin?
Dr. Althea fits sensitive skin well, with Lovi rating its brand-focused routine High for sensitive skin. Reviewers most mention that the brand offers gentle, soothing cleansers and moisturizers.
Is Dr. Althea good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, Dr. Althea is a great choice for acne-prone skin. Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin, and reviewers frequently mention its gentle, soothing cleansers and moisturizers.
Is Dr. Althea good for skin with dark spots?
Yes, Dr. Althea is a good choice for skin with dark spots, as the Dr. Althea products on this page help brighten and even out skin tone. Lovi rates the Vitamin C Boosting Serum and the 345 Relief Cream High for skin with dark spots. Topical vitamin C helps reduce dark spots and pigment production.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
Is Dr. Althea good for mature skin?
Yes, Dr. Althea is good for mature skin because the brand offers soothing moisturizers and treatments that help keep skin soft and smooth. Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for mature skin.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
Research behind Dr. Althea's key ingredients
Behind these ratings
Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
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Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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