Dr. Althea

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About Dr. Althea

Dr. Althea is a South Korean skincare brand founded in 2014, inspired by the Althea plant and built around a single focus: looking after sensitive, easily-stressed skin. Its formulas pair a dermatology-led approach with gentle, skin-comforting ingredients like Centella, panthenol and niacinamide. The brand is best known for its 345 Relief Cream - a lightweight gel-cream that has sold over 30 million units worldwide - alongside the richer 147 Barrier Cream and the Pure Grinding cleansing balm.

We carry Dr. Althea because sensitive and blemish-prone skin needs a brand that doesn't overcomplicate things. These are calm, comfortable, everyday formulas that feel good on reactive skin and play nicely with the rest of a routine - exactly what we reach for when a customer's skin needs settling rather than pushing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Dr. Althea known for?

Dr. Althea is a South Korean skincare brand, founded in 2014 and inspired by the Althea plant, known for dermatology-led formulas for sensitive skin. Its hero product, the 345 Relief Cream, has sold over 30 million units worldwide - a lightweight gel-cream built to soothe and comfort reactive, blemish-prone skin.

What is the Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream?

The 345 Relief Cream is Dr. Althea's cult moisturizer: a lightweight gel-cream formulated around 3 blemish-care, 4 nourishing and 5 soothing ingredients - including Centella, niacinamide and panthenol. It absorbs quickly to a soft, non-sticky finish, helping calm the look of redness and keep sensitive skin feeling hydrated and comfortable.

Is Dr. Althea good for sensitive or blemish-prone skin?

Yes - that's exactly what the brand is built for. Formulas focus on gentle, soothing ingredients and lightweight textures designed to sit comfortably on reactive, easily-stressed skin. The 345 Relief Cream is the usual starting point for blemish-prone skin, with the richer 147 Barrier Cream for drier or more compromised-feeling skin.

Is Dr. Althea cruelty-free and vegan?

Dr. Althea is cruelty-free - its products aren't tested on animals - and most of the range, including the 345 Relief Cream, is vegan and made with plant-derived ingredients. Vegan status can vary by product, so check the individual product page if that matters to you.