DR. ALTHEA
Seoul-based derma skincare founded in 2014 — home of the viral 345 Relief Cream with over 15 million sold worldwide.
The Story of Dr. Althea
Dr. Althea was founded in Seoul in 2014 by Evelyn Lee. The name comes from Althea — Greek for "to heal" — reflecting the brand's core mission: skincare that restores rather than just decorates.
The brand develops derma-level formulas designed for sensitive and stressed skin, combining clinical actives with gentle, vegan-friendly bases. Its breakthrough came with the 345 Relief Cream — a calming cream that went viral on TikTok and has sold more than 15 million units worldwide, according to the brand.
According to the brand, its North American sales grew over 1,400% in just two years, and in October 2025 the brand launched at Ulta Beauty across the United States.
Why It Works
Dr. Althea builds formulas around proven soothing and barrier-repair actives. The 345 Relief Cream centers on centella asiatica and madecassoside — clinically studied ingredients that calm redness and support skin recovery.
The 147 Barrier Cream focuses on ceramide-based barrier repair, while the 15% Niacinamide serum targets tone and texture at one of the highest concentrations available in K-beauty.
All formulas are vegan and developed for sensitive skin — effective actives without unnecessary irritants.
Signature Ingredients
Centella & Madecassoside
The calming heart of the 345 Relief Cream — soothes redness and supports skin recovery.
Ceramides
Barrier-identical lipids in the 147 Barrier Cream that rebuild and protect the skin barrier.
15% Niacinamide
High-concentration vitamin B3 for visible tone, texture and pore refinement.
Vegan Formulas
All Dr. Althea products are vegan — clinical performance without animal-derived ingredients.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Althea famous for?
Dr. Althea is best known for the 345 Relief Cream — a TikTok-viral calming cream with over 15 million units sold. The brand specializes in derma-level care for sensitive skin.
What does "345" mean?
345 is the name of the brand's flagship product line. The cream combines centella asiatica and madecassoside to calm stressed, irritated skin — suitable for daily use.
Is Dr. Althea suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes — sensitive skin is exactly what the brand was built for. Formulas are vegan, fragrance-conscious and centered on soothing, barrier-supporting actives.
Is Dr. Althea at Caramelia.eu original?
Yes — all Dr. Althea products at Caramelia.eu are 100% authentic, sourced exclusively from authorized EU distributors.
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