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 beloved for thoughtful moisturizers, gentle cleansers, effective makeup removers, and nourishing serums driven by its soothing formulas. Its products suit dry skin and acne-prone skin best, providing balanced hydration and calm comfort. For specific concerns, the brand offers standout solutions including 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. Through these carefully crafted items, every user can find a reliable path to healthier skin.
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 helps oily skin, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for oily skin. The 345 Relief Cream and Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser are both rated Superior for oily skin on the page.
Is Dr. Althea worth it?
Dr. Althea is worth considering for dry, oily, and acne-prone skin, where Lovi rates its targeted routines from High to Superior. Reviewers commonly praise the brand for its soothing and gentle cleansers as well as its hydrating moisturizers, though some note occasional scent, irritation, or breakout issues.
What are Dr. Althea's best products?
Which Dr. Althea moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The best Dr. Althea moisturizer for dry skin is the 345 Relief Cream, which Lovi rates High for dry skin, followed by the Barrier Cream with an Average fit. The 345 Relief Cream helps keep skin soft and hydrated, while reviewers often note that the brand's moisturizers are soothing.
Does Dr. Althea cause breakouts?
Dr. Althea is unlikely to cause breakouts as reviewers sometimes note this issue, but the brand offers soothing moisturizers and gentle cleansers that help keep skin calm. Lovi rates the acne-prone skin fit Superior for the 345 Relief Cream and the Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser.
Is Dr. Althea fragrance-free?
Yes, every product from the Dr. Althea products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.
What are the key ingredients in Dr. Althea products?
Dr. Althea products feature ingredients like niacinamide, panthenol, and centella asiatica extract that help calm irritation and keep skin soft. Hyaluronic acid and glycerin are also included to boost hydration, while vitamin C and ceramides help brighten the complexion and support the skin barrier.
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 Supple Preparation Unscented Toner, 345 Relief Cream, and Botanical Lotion SPF 30. In the evening, use the Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm as a pre-cleanser, repeat with the Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser, apply the Vitamin C Boosting Serum, and finish with the 345 Relief Cream. Once a week, add the Vita Essential Mask into your evening routine between cleansing and the serum.
Where can I buy Dr. Althea, and how much does it cost?
Dr. Althea products are available on this page with prices in German stores ranging from €14.29 to €20.21, and most products cost between €14.50 and €18.53.
What are good alternatives to Dr. Althea?
Good alternatives to Dr. Althea include brands such as SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Some By Mi, which all have dedicated pages on Lovi.
Dr. Althea vs SKIN1004: which is better?
Dr. Althea and SKIN1004 both offer great routines, with Lovi rating Dr. Althea Superior for dry skin and acne-prone skin, and High for oily, sensitive, and combination skin. SKIN1004 rates similarly, with Superior fit for dry and sensitive skin and High fit for oily, acne-prone, and combination 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 fits dry skin well, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. The Dr. Althea products on this page list no fragrance, and reviewers frequently mention the moisturizers as soothing and hydrating.
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 for this skin type, whereas the Amino Gel Cleanser receives a Low fit level. Reviewers mostly mention that these cleansers are gentle and soothing.
Is Dr. Althea good for sensitive skin?
Yes, Dr. Althea helps keep sensitive skin calm and comfortable. Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for sensitive skin. Additionally, the Dr. Althea products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients, which is beneficial for avoiding irritation.
Is Dr. Althea good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, Dr. Althea helps acne-prone skin, and Lovi rates the Dr. Althea-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers mostly mention that the brand offers soothing and gentle cleansers as well as soothing moisturizers.
Is Dr. Althea good for skin with dark spots?
Yes, Dr. Althea helps with dark spots, and Lovi rates the 345 Relief Cream, Vitamin C Boosting Serum, Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm, and Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser High for skin with dark spots. Niacinamide and vitamin C help reduce dark spots and even out skin tone.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
Is Dr. Althea good for mature skin?
Yes, Dr. Althea fits mature skin well, as Lovi rates the Vitamin C Boosting Serum and the 345 Relief Cream High for this skin type. Reviewers frequently mention that the brand offers soothing and hydrating moisturizers, helping keep mature skin feeling soft and calm.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
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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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
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Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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Victoria Derkova, MS
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