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Dr.Althea
Rapid Mild Acid Rescue Pore Pad
A chemical exfoliant built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for hydration and pollution defence.
Brand price
USD 34.90 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
From the brand
What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.
The brand recommends it for
- Dullness
- Large pores
- Uneven texture
- Oiliness & shine
How to use
After cleansing, gently sweep one pad across the face, avoiding the eyes and lips. Pat in the remaining essence, then follow with moisturizer. Start once or twice a week and adjust according to your skin’s tolerance.
Caution
Avoid using alongside retinol or other exfoliants while introducing the pads. Use sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure during use and for one week afterward.
What's inside
Ingredients List
3 trigger at least one check · 32 trigger none
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Key Ingredients
Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)1
Tannin-bearing astringents such as witch hazel.
Benefits
Hydrating9
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Gluconolactone, Glycereth-26, Glycerin, Lactic Acid, Propanediol, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Zinc PCA
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Resveratrol
Reduces Irritation5
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Centella Asiatica Callus Extracellular Vesicles, Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Zinc PCA
Redness Reducing3
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Centella Asiatica Callus Extracellular Vesicles, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Oil Control5
Reduces shine and excess sebum.
Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Salicylic Acid, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Zinc PCA
Pore Refining4
Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.
Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Salicylic Acid, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Antioxidant5
Shields skin from free radical damage.
Centella Asiatica Callus Extracellular Vesicles, Hydroxyacetophenone, Nicotinamide Mononucleotide, Resveratrol, Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract
Anti-Pollution7
Helps defend against airborne pollutants.
Centella Asiatica Callus Extracellular Vesicles, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Nicotinamide Mononucleotide, Resveratrol, Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Ingredients Explained
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Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Learn more about Water →Glycereth-26
Humectant, Viscosity Controlling
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl)], .alpha.,.alpha.',.alpha.''-1,2,3-propanetriyltris[.omega.-hydroxy-
Learn more about Glycereth-26 →Propanediol
Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Propanediol is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Propanediol →1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning, Solvent
We don't have a description for 1,2-Hexanediol yet.
Learn more about 1,2-Hexanediol →Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Hydroxyacetophenone is the organic compound
Learn more about Hydroxyacetophenone →Salicylic Acid
Anti-seborrheic, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Keratolytic, Preservative, Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid is a BHA.
Learn more about Salicylic Acid →Tromethamine
Buffering, Fragrance
1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-
Learn more about Tromethamine →Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning, Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate →Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Ethylhexylglycerin →Butylene Glycol
Fragrance, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
Learn more about Butylene Glycol →
Dupes
- Celimax TXA Body Clarifying Pad64% match
- COSRX Low pH Goodnight Soft Peeling Gel63% match
- Isntree Hyper Acid 4 AHA BHA PHA LHA 30 Serum62% match
- Glad2Glow AHA BHA PHA Intensive Peeling Solution61% match