Dr. Althea Pure Retinol 0.15% Cream, Korean cream with centella and retinol

Pure Retinol 0.15% Cream by Dr.Althea, K-beauty cream

Dr.Althea Pure Retinol 0.15% Cream 20g / 0.71 oz

Dr.Althea

Dr. Althea Pure Retinol 0.15% Cream, 20 g

Where it fits in your routine

1 Cleanse 2 Prepare 3 Renew 4 Protect

~~$21.90~~ $15.90

Product description

Gentle 0.15% Retinol Starter Cream

Dr. Althea Pure Retinol 0.15% Cream

0.15% Pure RetinolBakuchiolCentellaCeramide NPKojic Acid

20 g / 0.70 ozMade in South Korea

Dr. Althea Pure Retinol 0.15% Cream: Gentle Retinol for First Timers

A low percentage retinol cream made for people who want the benefits of vitamin A without the usual dryness and flaking. Pure retinol sits at 0.15%, a gentle level for beginners, and it is buffered by centella asiatica leaf water, ceramide NP, and panthenol so skin stays comfortable while it adjusts.

Bakuchiol backs up the retinol as a softer, plant based partner, and touches of kojic acid and acetyl hexapeptide 8 target the look of dark spots and fine lines. Used at night, it helps skin look smoother and more even over time.

Who Is It For?

Retinol beginners who want to start low and slow

Anyone bothered by the look of fine lines or dark spots

Skin that finds stronger retinoids too drying

Those who want retinol and bakuchiol together in one cream

How to Use

Use at night

Apply in the evening on clean, dry skin.

Start slow

Begin two or three nights a week and build up as skin adjusts.

Keep it thin

Smooth a thin layer over the face, avoiding the eye area.

SPF by day

Always follow with sunscreen the next morning.

Ingredients (INCI)

Aqua(Water), Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Betaine, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Polyacrylamide, Hydroxyacetophenone, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Retinol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tromethamine, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl p-Cresol, Bakuchiol, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Polynephthylene, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Laureth-7, Xanthan Gum, Cholesterol, Polymyl Alcohol, Sodium Phytate, Methylpropanediol, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Caprylyl Glycol, Ceramide NP, Phenylpropanol, Madecassoside, Kojic Acid, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Sodium DNA.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 0.15% retinol strong enough to do anything?

For a starter product, yes. A lower percentage lets skin build tolerance while still working on the look of texture and lines, and it is easier to stick with long term.

I have never used retinol. Is this a good first one?

It is designed for beginners. The low dose plus centella, ceramide, and panthenol makes it a gentle way to start.

Can I use it in the morning?

Retinol works best at night. Most people keep it to their evening routine, and if you ever use it by day, sunscreen is essential.

What is bakuchiol doing here?

Bakuchiol is a plant ingredient that pairs well with retinol and supports a smoother, firmer look with less irritation.

Can I use it with vitamin C or exfoliating acids?

It is safest to use them at separate times, for example vitamin C in the morning and this at night, so you do not overload the skin.

Will it help with dark spots?

It contains kojic acid and works on the look of uneven tone, so with steady nightly use spots can appear less noticeable.

Usage Warnings

Night useApply in the evening, since retinol is best used away from daylight.

Daily SPFRetinol can make skin more sensitive to sun, so wear sunscreen every morning.

Introduce slowlyStart a few nights a week to let skin adjust and limit dryness.

Avoid strong acids togetherDo not layer it at the same time as strong exfoliating acids or high strength vitamin C.

Pregnancy cautionIf pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a doctor before using retinol products.

Patch testTry a small area first and stop if irritation appears.

Key ingredients

Ingredient glossary →

Retinol

Renewal

The well-studied vitamin A step for smoother texture and softer-looking fine lines over time.

What is Retinol? →