{"product_id":"dr-althea-pure-grinding-cleansing-balm-50ml","title":"Dr.Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm 50ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"ksa-answer-first\"\u003eDr.Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm is a 50ml gentle cleansing balm made with only 14 essential ingredients for sensitive skin. A twist-up grinding design dispenses a hygienic, fresh amount each time; camellia seed and grape seed oils melt sunscreen, makeup and even waterproof products, while madecassoside and centella soothe, leaving skin soft and hydrated rather than tight. It suits sensitive, acne-prone and all skin types. Genuine Dr.Althea, shipped from Seoul with Cash on Delivery across the UAE and GCC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"ksa-key-facts\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDr.Althea (Korea)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemoving makeup and sunscreen; sensitive and acne-prone skin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKey ingredients\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCamellia sinensis seed oil, grape seed oil, madecassoside, centella asiatica extract, asiaticoside\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFormula\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOnly 14 ingredients\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDesign\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHygienic twist-up grinding balm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Formulated with only 14 essential natural ingredients, offers a gentle cleansing experience for sensitive skin.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfooter\u003e— Dr.Althea, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doctoraltheaglobal.com\/products\/pure-grinding-cleansing-balm\"\u003eofficial product description\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does Dr.Althea Cleansing Balm do?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a minimalist first cleanse. The short ingredient list keeps it gentle, the plant oils dissolve long-wear makeup and SPF, and centella compounds calm the skin so there is no redness after cleansing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCamellia seed and grape seed oils\u003c\/strong\u003e – melt makeup, sunscreen and waterproof products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMadecassoside, centella and asiaticoside\u003c\/strong\u003e – soothe and comfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrinding design\u003c\/strong\u003e – a small, fresh, hygienic amount each time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Dr.Althea cleansing balm good for acne-prone skin?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is recommended for acne-prone and sensitive skin and rinses off with water after emulsifying. As with any balm, follow it with a gentle second cleanse to keep pores clear, especially after a day of sunscreen in the heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use Dr.Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDispense\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn the product clockwise to grind out an appropriate amount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMassage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMassage gently in a rolling motion over dry skin to dissolve makeup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEmulsify and rinse\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a little water to emulsify, then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and follow with a gentle foam cleanser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCleansing balm vs cleansing oil\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDr.Althea Cleansing Balm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCleansing oil\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTexture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid balm, melts on skin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiquid oil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTravel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpill-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCan leak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anua-heartleaf-pore-control-cleansing-oil-200ml\"\u003eANUA Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil\u003c\/a\u003e, and follow with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dr-althea-345-relief-cream\"\u003eDr.Althea 345 Relief Cream\u003c\/a\u003e. Shop \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/korean-cleanser-uae\"\u003eKorean cleansers\u003c\/a\u003e and the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dr-althea-skincare-uae\"\u003eDr.Althea range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGenuine Dr.Althea from Seoul: how we source and ship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksa-trust\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKorean Skincare Arabia is an authentic seller of Dr.Althea products in the UAE and GCC. We source all stock directly from official brand channels in South Korea, verify that every delivery is a fresh batch, receive it into our Seoul warehouse and ship each parcel directly from Korea by air, with delivery in 5–7 days across the UAE and GCC — so you always get fresh K-beauty with batch codes you can verify.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery order ships via DHL Express with customs handled, delivered to your door, with Cash on Delivery available. Verify your product with our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/dr-althea-batch-code-expiry-checker-uae-guide\"\u003eDr.Althea batch code guide\u003c\/a\u003e. Our group is rated 4.7 on Trustpilot from 18,000+ reviews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksa-summary\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn short\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14-ingredient cleansing balm for sensitive skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMelts makeup and waterproof SPF; soothes with madecassoside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwist, massage on dry skin, emulsify and rinse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDr.Althea Cleansing Balm FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy authentic Dr.Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm in the UAE and GCC?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can buy authentic Dr.Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm from Korean Skincare Arabia. We source stock directly from official brand channels in South Korea, check that every batch is fresh, and ship each parcel by air from our Seoul warehouse, arriving in 5–7 days across the UAE and GCC with Cash on Delivery. You can verify the batch code on your pack with our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/dr-althea-batch-code-expiry-checker-uae-guide\"\u003eDr.Althea batch code guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Dr.Althea cleansing balm remove waterproof makeup?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Dr.Althea says it effortlessly removes sunscreen, makeup and even waterproof products with just a small amount. Massage it over dry skin, paying attention to the eyes and hairline, then add water to emulsify and rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Dr.Althea cleansing balm non-comedogenic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is recommended for acne-prone and sensitive skin and has a short, 14-ingredient formula. Because it contains oils and waxes, always emulsify it fully with water and follow with a gentle foam or gel cleanser, which helps keep pores clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the grinding design work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn the top clockwise and the balm is ground out through a mesh, so you only take what you need and your fingers never touch the rest of the product. This keeps the balm hygienic and fresh until the last use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for sensitive skin?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is made for sensitive skin, with only 14 ingredients and soothing madecassoside, centella and asiaticoside. As always, patch test first if your skin is very reactive, and avoid rubbing hard around the delicate eye area. Rinse with lukewarm, not hot, water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow can I check my Dr.Althea is genuine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr.Althea products carry a HiddenTag authenticity label that you can scan. Our Dr.Althea authenticity check guide explains how to verify it, and every product we sell comes from official channels in Korea via our Seoul warehouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ksa-reviewed\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eReviewed by the Korean Skincare Arabia team, Seoul · Updated October 2026\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Where can I buy authentic Dr.Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm in the UAE and GCC?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"You can buy authentic Dr.Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm from Korean Skincare Arabia. We source stock directly from official brand channels in South Korea, check that every batch is fresh, and ship each parcel by air from our Seoul warehouse, arriving in 5–7 days across the UAE and GCC with Cash on Delivery. 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