Dr.Althea 0.1% Gentle Retinol Serum pairs retinol with bakuchiol in a lightweight, watery serum designed to be gentle enough for sensitive and acne-prone skin. Retinol helps smooth the look of fine lines and refine pores and texture, while bakuchiol supports firmness and elasticity. A soothing 6-herb complex, panthenol and allantoin help keep skin comfortable, making it an easy way to start or build a retinol routine and fade the look of post-acne marks without a greasy feel.
Features
Gentle plant based bakuchiol and retinol
Helps fade the look of post-acne marks and refine pores
Soothing, low-irritation formula with a 6-herb complex
Lightweight, watery texture that absorbs fast
Beginner-friendly retinol step and clinically tested for sensitive skin
Skin Concerns
Fine lines & Wrinkles
Loss of Firmness & Elasticity
Dark Spots & Pigmentation
Rough/ Textured Skin
Enlarged Pores
Uneven Skin Tone
Skin Type
Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin
Made In
South Korea
Patch test first on a small area (like your jaw or behind your ear) before using it on your full face.
Use only at night on clean, dry skin after cleansing and toning.
Apply a thin layer of moisturizer first if you’re new to retinal or have sensitive skin.
Dispense 1–2 pea-sized drops of retinal serum and spread a light, even layer over your face, avoiding the eye and lip area.
Follow with another layer of moisturizer to reduce dryness and irritation.
Start 2–3 times a week, then slowly increase to nightly use once your skin adjusts.
Wear sunscreen every morning because retinal makes skin more sun-sensitive.
TIP:
Avoid using retinal right after laser treatments, physical scrubs, or chemical peels.
Mild flaking, redness, or irritation can happen at first, this is normal while skin adjusts.
Do not combine with strong acids like AHA or BHA in the same routine.
Key Ingredients
Retinol
A gold-standard vitamin A that boosts skin renewal to smooth texture, soften fine lines and wrinkles, and refine the look of pores.
Bakuchiol
A gentle, plant-based alternative to retinol that helps smooth fine lines and improve firmness with minimal irritation.
Panthenol
A moisturizing pro-vitamin (B5) that soothes irritation, strengthens the skin barrier, and helps skin hold onto lasting hydration.
Allantoin
A soothing, skin-identical compound that helps calm irritation, hydrate dry or sensitive skin, and support a smoother, more comfortable-looking complexion.
Birch Sap
A mineral- and amino-acid-rich sap that hydrates, purifies, and helps calm skin while supporting a healthy moisture balance.