Treat sun spots, pigmentation and melasma with the all-in-one Korean face cream that actually works

K Beauty is the trend that just keeps on giving. (Picture: Metro/yesstyle/Getty)

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Glass skin is probably one of the biggest beauty trends to ever exist. All over social media, people are sharing their pigmentation-busting, glow-giving skincare routines, many with over 10 steps of various lotions and potions. 

But, what if we told you that skin issues like pigmentation, melasma, dryness and sensitivity could all be tackled with one product that costs under £23? 

That’s right. Korean skincare brand Dr.Althea has developed a do-it-all moisturiser that actively targets the main issues when it comes to glass skin: hyperpigmentation, blemishes and dullness. 

What makes this cream so effective is its expertly developed formula, designed to brighten the skin without ruining your skin barrier or causing irritation.

Instead of layering lots of different treatments over the top of one another, which can overload the skin and lead to conditions like perioral dermatitis, this cream has everything you need in one product. 

A cream that does it all? Count us in. (Picture: Metro/yesstyle)

Inside the lightweight formula you’ll find tranexamic acid, a fantastic skincare ingredient that works to inhibit melanin production and reduce the appearance of dark spots, as well as niacinamide, which stops melanin reaching the upper layers of skin, and licorice root extract to limit melanin production.

It also contains plumeria rubra flower extract, which helps calm redness and have an antioxidant effect against free radicals, adenosine to help with skin firmness and ceramides to strengthen the skin barrier. 

Rather than feeling like a super-strong ‘treatment’ product that will inevitably damage your skin barrier and leave your face feeling irritated and sore, this moisturiser actually helps repair your skin. 

We all deserve glass skin, right? (Picture: Metro/yesstyle)

The incredibly lightweight cream-to-serum texture doesn’t clog pores either and can be used in a variety of different ways.

Apply a thin layer all over for a general brightening effect, use it on targeted areas as a spot treatment, or apply a thicker layer before bed as an overnight brightening sleep mask. 

Still not convinced you need it? Shoppers who have used the cream have been leaving impressive reviews. 

One user named Omar said: ‘I’m really impressed with the Dr. Althea Melaclear Cream. The texture is lightweight, smooth, and absorbs quickly without feeling greasy. It layers well with other skincare products and works both day and night nicely.’ 

Those that have used the product are really impressed by it too! (Picture: Metro/yesstyle)

A review left by an anonymous shopper said: ‘The Dr. Althea Melaclear Cream is a lovely addition to a brightening routine. The formula feels lightweight and smooth, absorbing quickly without any tackiness. With niacinamide and tranexamic acid as its star ingredients, it’s designed to refine uneven tone and support dark‑spot care, and the texture makes it easy to layer with other skincare.’

And reviewer Sadie Parker said: I’ve been using this cream for a couple weeks and so far I really like it. It is light weight and it doesn’t feel greasy. I’m able to layer it really easily without it affecting how I wear my makeup or mine moisturizers. I feel like it absorbs in my skin really well.’

At just under £23, you’d struggle to find a cheaper product that contains such a sophisticated formula and actually delivers what it promises. 

So, if you’re looking to get the glass skin of your dreams without breaking the bank, give this K-beauty moisturiser a try. You won’t regret it. 

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