DR ALTHEA 345 Relief Cream - 50ml

If your skin feels irritated, tight, or a little stressed after breakouts or strong actives, a calming gel-cream can be a soothing daily step. The Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream is a lightweight moisturizer made to help skin feel calm, comfortable, and hydrated. It absorbs quickly with a gel-like feel, which is part of why it has become such a popular pick for post-blemish and sensitive-feeling skin.

What makes this one worth a look is the centella-focused, soothing formula. It leans on centella asiatica along with niacinamide and ceramide, plus a long list of botanical extracts, to give skin a calm, cushioned feel without heaviness. The texture is light and sinks in fast, making it a nice partner to buffer stronger actives like retinol or exfoliating acids. It has no added synthetic fragrance, though the formula does include some botanical extracts, so a very faint natural note is possible.

This cream is a lovely fit for sensitive, reactive, or recovering skin, and for combination skin that wants hydration without a heavy feel. It is also handy for skin adjusting to strong actives. One honest note: if your skin is very dry in winter, you may want to layer it with a richer cream or a humectant serum, and if you want an active anti-aging treatment, this is not that kind of product.

Features:

• Light, fast-absorbing gel-cream texture

• Sinks in without a heavy or greasy feel

• Centella-focused formula for a calm, cushioned feel

• Works nicely as a buffer alongside retinol or exfoliating acids

• No added synthetic fragrance, with only a possible faint natural note

• Non-comedogenic, so it is a thoughtful pick for blemish-prone skin

Concerns:

• Skin that feels irritated, tight, or reactive

• The look of redness after breakouts or strong actives

• Dull, uneven-looking skin tone

• Skin recovering from exfoliation or a strong routine

Suitable For:

• Sensitive, reactive, and recovering skin

• Combination and blemish-prone skin

• Skin adjusting to retinol or exfoliating acids

• Less ideal for very dry winter skin on its own, or those wanting active anti-aging

Made In:

• South Korea

• The centella-focused formula helps skin feel calm and comfortable after breakouts or actives

• The lightweight gel-cream hydrates without a heavy or greasy finish

• Niacinamide supports a brighter, more even-looking complexion over time

• Ceramide helps support the skin's surface for a smoother, more settled look

• The soothing feel makes it a handy buffer when using retinol or exfoliating acids

• The non-comedogenic, no-synthetic-fragrance formula suits sensitive, blemish-prone skin

1. Cleanse your face with a gentle cleanser suited to your skin.

2. Apply your toner and any serums first.

3. Take a pea-sized amount, or a little more if your skin leans dry.

4. Spread it evenly across your face and neck, pressing gently to help it absorb.

5. Use it as your final or semi-final step, morning and night.

6. Follow with sunscreen in the daytime as your last step.

Key Ingredients:

• Centella Asiatica: A soothing botanical that helps skin feel calm and comfortable.

• Niacinamide: A well-studied ingredient that supports a brighter, more even-looking complexion.

• Ceramide NP: A skin-friendly lipid that helps support the skin's surface.

• Panthenol: A pro-vitamin B5 humectant that adds a soothing, moisturized feel.

• Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate): A hydrator that helps skin hold moisture.

Ingredient Claims:

• No Added Synthetic Fragrance

• Paraben-Free

• Sulfate-Free

• Fungal Acne (Malassezia) Safe

Full Ingredients List:

Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Cyclohexasiloxane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Polyglycerin-3, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Hydrogenated Polydecene, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Agave Tequilana Leaf Extract, Sargassum Fulvellum Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Empetrum Nigrum Fruit Juice, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, C14-22 Alcohols

Dr. Althea is a South Korean skincare brand focused on simple, science-minded formulas that centre on the skin barrier, soothing care, and hydration. Named after South Korea's national flower, the brand makes its products in Korea and is known for its numbered creams, like the 345 Relief Cream and 147 Barrier Cream. Shoppers tend to reach for Dr. Althea when they want approachable, gentle skincare that does not feel fussy. At C&C Cosmetics, you can shop authentic Dr. Althea with no surprise customs charges and reliable delivery across Canada.

• Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream

• 50 ml

• 1 tube

• Metal tube