The Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream (50ml) is a resveratrol face moisturizer for sensitive skin with a lightweight gel-cream texture. According to its description, it helps soothe sensitive skin, replenish moisture and support the skin barrier without a greasy feel. It suits sensitive, irritated and combination-to-oily skin that wants light hydration.
Quick answer
- Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream is a lightweight gel-cream face moisturizer made for sensitive skin, sold in a 50ml jar.
- Its description says it helps soothe sensitive skin, deeply hydrate and support barrier repair, leaving a balanced look without greasiness.
- Apply it after cleanser and serum, morning and night, and follow with sunscreen in the morning.
- Very dry skin may need a richer balm layered on dry patches only.
- Patch test first, and see a doctor if redness, itching or a rash persists.
What is Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream?
It is a face moisturizer from the Korean brand Dr.Althea, sold as an intensive repair cream for sensitive skin with resveratrol named on the label. Its store description calls it a lightweight gel cream that helps soothe sensitive skin, replenish moisture and support the skin barrier for a healthy, balanced complexion with no heavy, oily finish.
What is resveratrol?
Resveratrol is a plant-derived polyphenol used in skin care as an antioxidant ingredient. The product name tells you it is in the formula, but the available description does not state its concentration, so we will not promise any specific result from it.
What is the skin barrier?
The skin barrier is your outermost layer of skin. Cleveland Clinic explains that it is made of cells and natural lipids such as ceramides, cholesterol and fatty acids, and that it keeps water in and irritants out. Harsh soaps, over-exfoliating and skipping moisturizer can weaken it.
Who is Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream for?
It is best for sensitive skin that needs a calming, lightweight moisturizer that does not sit heavily on the face. Good matches include:
- Sensitive skin that turns red or stings with rich, heavy creams.
- Combination and oily skin that needs hydration without shine, thanks to the gel-cream texture.
- Skin that feels stressed after too much exfoliation or a harsh cleanser, once you have stopped the cause.
Who may not find it enough?
- Very dry or cracked skin may need more than a light texture; add a richer balm such as La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ on dry areas.
- Anyone with a known allergy to one of its ingredients should check the ingredient list on the pack first.
- Persistent skin problems such as eczema, rosacea or a rash that will not settle need a doctor, not just a cosmetic moisturizer.
How do you use Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream step by step?
Use it twice a day on clean skin after your serum, and follow with sunscreen in the morning. Cleveland Clinic's guide to skin care product order recommends layering from thinnest to thickest, keeping your routine simple, introducing few new products, and testing products before committing to them.
- Cleanse: wash with a gentle cleanser like the SKIN1004 Centella Foaming Ampoule cleanser, then pat your face dry instead of rubbing.
- Toner (optional): a calming toner such as the Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner.
- Serum (optional): a hydrating serum like The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 on slightly damp skin.
- Moisturize: take a pea-sized amount of the 345 cream, dot it on your forehead, cheeks and chin, and spread it with light strokes until absorbed.
- Sunscreen in the morning: wait a minute, then apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen such as Vichy Capital Soleil SPF50+.
Patch test before you start
Sensitive skin can react even to gentle products. Apply a small amount to the side of your neck or behind your ear for two to three days. If there is no redness or itching, start using it on your face.
Where does Dr. Althea 345 fit in a sensitive skin routine?
It is your final hydrating step before sunscreen in the morning and the last step at night. DermNet explains that moisturizers reduce dryness and water loss through the skin and help maintain barrier function, and that ointments are the most occlusive and best for dry, thick areas, while creams are lighter, absorb faster and need more frequent application.
Morning routine
Gentle cleanser, an optional calming toner, the cream, then sunscreen. To pick the right sunscreen, read our guide to the best sunscreen for every skin type.
Evening routine
Cleanse thoroughly. If you wore heavy sunscreen or makeup, start with a light oil cleanser such as SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Oil Cleanser, then your regular cleanser, then the cream. On very dry nights, add a thin layer of Mixa Cica Repair+ Balm on dry patches only.
What are the alternatives to Dr. Althea 345?
The closest alternative from the same brand is the Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream with ceramides. Among other Korean brands, SKIN1004 offers centella creams, and if you prefer a richer texture, look at the balm from La Roche-Posay.
| Product | Brand | Best for | Key feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream 50ml | Dr.Althea | Sensitive and combination skin | Lightweight gel cream that soothes, hydrates and supports the barrier without greasiness |
| Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream 50ml | Dr.Althea | Dry skin with a weak barrier | Ceramides for deep hydration and barrier support |
| La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ 40ml | La Roche-Posay | Dry, irritated patches | Repair balm that hydrates, soothes and helps repair the barrier |
| SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream 75ml | SKIN1004 | Sensitive skin | Lightweight cream for soothing, long-lasting hydration |
| SKIN1004 Ceramide Soothing Cream with Centella 75ml | SKIN1004 | Sensitive and dry skin | Hydrates, calms and strengthens the natural barrier |
| Mixa Cica Repair+ Balm 50ml | Mixa | Localized dryness | Multi-purpose balm that hydrates, soothes and supports the barrier |
| Bepanthen Moisturizing Skin Cream 30g | Bepanthen | Dry, irritated skin | Gentle, fast-absorbing formula |
For more options, browse the Skin Repair section or read our skin repair buying guide.
How do you choose between Dr. Althea 345 and the alternatives?
- Know your skin type: sensitive with combination or oily skin suits a gel cream; very dry skin is better with a ceramide cream or a balm.
- Think about the climate: a light texture feels comfortable in summer heat, while winter or long hours in air conditioning may call for something richer.
- Read the ingredients: keep fragrance and long ingredient lists to a minimum if your skin reacts easily.
- Buy from a trusted seller: Korean beauty and other products at Care Outlet are original and sourced from the brands' official agents and distributors inside and outside Saudi Arabia.
Common mistakes with skin repair creams
- Continuing strong exfoliants or harsh cleansers and expecting the cream alone to fix what the routine is damaging.
- Trying several new products at once, so you cannot tell which one caused irritation.
- Applying moisturizer long after washing; the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) advises applying it while skin is still damp.
- Skipping sunscreen in the morning, even though sun exposure adds stress to sensitive skin.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream good for oily skin?
Usually yes. Its description highlights a lightweight gel-cream texture that hydrates without a greasy feel, which is what oily and combination skin needs. Use a small amount and watch your skin for two weeks. If you are prone to breakouts, ask a pharmacist and see our routine for acne-prone skin to plan the other steps.
Can I use Dr. Althea 345 morning and night?
Yes. It is a face moisturizer, so you can apply it in the morning after serum and before sunscreen, and at night as the last step of your routine.
What is the difference between Dr. Althea 345 and 147 Barrier Cream?
Both come from Dr.Althea and focus on the skin barrier. The 345 cream's description stresses its light gel-cream texture and soothing sensitive skin, while the 147 Barrier Cream's description stresses ceramides and deep hydration. So the 345 leans toward sensitive and combination skin, and the 147 toward drier skin.
Can I use it with a serum?
Yes. Apply the serum first because it is thinner, then the cream on top. Cleveland Clinic suggests sticking to one serum at a time and not overloading your routine. With sensitive skin, introduce stronger actives slowly.
Is Dr. Althea 345 suitable for men?
Yes. It is a face moisturizer that is not gender-specific, and it works well for men with sensitive skin or skin that gets irritated after shaving. Apply it to clean skin a few minutes after shaving and avoid open cuts. If irritation after shaving continues, speak to a doctor or pharmacist.
Does it suit the hot Saudi climate?
Its light texture makes it comfortable in the heat because it does not leave a heavy layer under sunscreen. If air conditioning leaves your face feeling tight, reapply or add a richer product at night.
Buy Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream at Care Outlet
You will find the Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream for sensitive skin and its alternatives in the Face Moisturizing and Skin Care sections at Care Outlet, online or at our branches across Saudi Arabia. To choose your moisturizer carefully, also read our guide to the best moisturizer for your skin type.
