Dr. Althea Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser

Dr. Althea

Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser

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Fit by skin type

General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
66%
Combination (dry)
66%
Balanced
96%
Combination (oily)
74%
Oily
74%

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Ingredients
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Benefits
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Dr. Althea Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser is a gentle, water-based pore care solution designed to melt away excess sebum and unclog pores without irritation. This lightweight formula combines hydrating agents, including glycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, and butylene glycol, with a potent botanical complex featuring burdock root, chrysanthemum flower, willow bark, witch hazel, peppermint extract, seaweed, and algae to gently soothe and refresh the skin. The liquid texture makes it perfect for targeted application, dissolving built-up oil and blackheads for smoother, clearer skin.

Key Insights

Benefits

5
Anti-Aging
Dark Spot Fading
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Soothing

Active Ingredients

1
Vitamin B5 (panthenol)

Risks

1
Allergen

About Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser

Overview

Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser is a cushioning nose mask from Dr. Althea, a brand based in Korea. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 37 ingredients, each broken down in full below.

Texture and finish

By its ingredient list the formula reads as moderately cushioned — emollient enough to feel like a cream, without the heaviest occlusives near the top. Hydration is handled by Glycerin, Butylene Glycol and Panthenol, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.

What the formula does

Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Panthenol and Saussurea Involucrata Extract.

Soothing: Moderate. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Panthenol, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract and Phytosterols.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry and Combination (dry) skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.

What it does not target

The formula contributes little or nothing on antioxidant protection, oil control, cell renewal and firmness signalling. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.

What is not in it

Reading the full list, the formula is fragrance-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free, microplastic-free and sulfate-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging. It does contain essential oils, worth knowing if your skin reacts to any of them.

Where it fits in a routine

It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes after serums. Seal in your serums with it; in the morning, sunscreen still goes on top.

This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.

Pros and cons

Drawn purely from the ingredient list

Pros

  • No fragrance or declared allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Silicone-free
  • No microplastics
  • Strong humectant content for hydration
  • No common irritants flagged in the list

Things to know

  • Contains essential oils, a common source of reactivity
  • 3 ingredients could feed malassezia (fungal acne)

Which skin types it suits

Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.

Suitable for

  • Balanced skin

May suit

  • Combination (oily) skin
  • Oily skin

Less suitable for

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin

Sensitive skin

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Skin concerns

Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.

Helps with

  • Hydration 10 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Soothing 7 ingredients

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

  • Anti-Aging 6 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Dark Spot Fading 1 ingredient

    Fades hyperpigmentation and evens out dark spots over time

  • Evens Skin Tone 1 ingredient

    Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance

Does not target

Anti-Acne Blackhead Reducing Oil Control Pore Minimizer Smooths Bumpy Skin

None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.

Key ingredients

The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.

Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water

Hydration

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

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)

Hydration

6th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Arctium Lappa Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Burdock, Arctium lappa L., Asteraceae

Soothing Anti-Aging

12th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract is the extract of the fruit of Schisandra chinensis, Schisandraceae.

Anti-Aging Soothing Hydration

15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Lecithins, hydrogenated

Hydration

16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Castor oil (Ricinus communis), hydrogenated, ethoxylated (40 mol EO average molar ratio)

Hydration

20th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Phytosterols is a complex mixture of sterols isolated from the higher plants

Hydration Soothing

23rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sodium gluconate

Hydration
Panthenol Vitamin B5 (panthenol)

25th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Butanamide, 2,4-dihydroxy-N-(3-hydroxypropyl)-3,3-dimethyl-, (2R)-; dl-Panthenol

Hydration Soothing

26th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Scutellaria baicalensis, Lamiaceae

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Soothing

28th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

.alpha.-d-Glucopyranosiduronic acid, (3.beta.,20.beta.)-20-carboxy-11-oxo-30-norolean-12-en-3-yl 2-O-.beta.-d-glucopyranuronosyl-, dipotassium salt

Soothing Dark Spot Fading

Formula analysis

Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.

Hydration High

Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin

Barrier support Low

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support None

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control None

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening Low

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing Moderate

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal None

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling None

Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support

Active and supporting ingredients

"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.

Active ingredients (1)

Supporting ingredients (36)

Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.

Water Glycerin 1,2-hexanediol Butylene Glycol Phenoxyethanol Arctium Lappa Root Extract Chrysanthemum Sinense Flower Extract Codonopsis Lanceolata Root Extract Hovenia Dulcis Fruit Extract Magnolia Kobus Flower Extract Salix Alba Bark Extract Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract Hamamelis Virginiana Extract Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate Hydrogenated Lecithin Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Potassium Hydroxide Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate Mentha Piperita Extract Phytosterols Illicium Verum Fruit Extract Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil Sodium Gluconate Mentha Piperita Oil Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate Epilobium Angustifolium Leaf Extract Portulaca Oleracea Extract Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract Enteromorpha Compressa Extract Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract Undaria Pinnatifida Extract Laminaria Japonica Extract Adansonia Digitata Pulp Extract Saussurea Involucrata Extract

What is and is not in it

Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.

Free from

  • Fragrance-free
  • No drying alcohol
  • Paraben-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Microplastic-free
  • Sulfate-free
  • Dye-free
  • Oil-free
  • No animal-derived ingredients

Contains

  • Essential oils

    Mentha Piperita Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Mentha Piperita Oil

What to layer it with

Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.

Compatible with

  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
  • Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
  • AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
  • BHA (salicylic acid)
  • PHAs (gluconolactone)
  • Benzoyl peroxide
  • Azelaic acid
  • Copper peptides
  • Bakuchiol
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Ceramides
  • Signal peptides
  • Panthenol
  • Sunscreen

Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.

Where it fits in a routine

Morning Evening
  1. Cleanse
  2. Toning
  3. Treat
  4. Moisturise
  5. Protect

This product is the "Moisturise" step.

  • Seal in your serums with it; in the morning, sunscreen still goes on top.

Safety and suitability

Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
Fungal acne (malassezia)
3 ingredients could feed malassezia: Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil. That is about the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that you will break out.
Sensitive and reactive skin
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Recorded ingredient risks
Allergen

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 37 ingredients on the label.

21
Plant extract

Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent

6
Humectant

Draws water into the upper layers of skin

5
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

4
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

4
Surfactant

Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together

2
Soothing

Calms visible redness and irritation

2
Emollient

Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells

2
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

1
Active

Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels

1
Antioxidant

Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution

1
Chelator

Binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula

1
pH adjuster

Sets the acidity the formula needs to work

1
Preservative

Keeps the product free of microbial growth

Ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.

1 Water Solvent
Estimated level
30–80%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.

Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • Skin Research and Technology, May 2015, pages 131-136
  • Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, November-December 1999, pages 344-351
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, September-October 1993, pages 249-262
2 Glycerin Humectant
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Occlusive, Texture agent, Solvent

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation, March 2021, pages 223-231
  • International Journal of Toxicology, November/December 2019, Volume 38, Supplement 3, pages 6S-22S
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2016, ePublication
  • British Journal of Dermatology, July 2008, pages 23-34
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2007, pages 75-82
  • Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, June 2003, pages 7, 360-7, 365
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

4 Butylene Glycol Humectant
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Texture agent, Solvent

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

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)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • US Food and Drug Administration Code of Federal Regulations</em>, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May 2011, pages 5S-16S
  • Skin Research and Technology, November 2007, pages 417-24
  • Journal of the American College of Toxicology, September 1985, pages 223-248
5 Phenoxyethanol Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

5th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Phenoxyethanol

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

6th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Arctium Lappa Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Burdock, Arctium lappa L., Asteraceae

Soothing Anti-Aging
8 scientific references
  • How to Care for Red, Sensitive Skin
  • 7 Best Products for Sensitive Skin
  • Skincare Tips for Calming Redness
  • Skin-Soothing Ingredients
  • How the Paula’s Choice CALM Collection Works
  • The Best Moisturizers for Sensitive Skin
  • The Best Ways to Treat Acne and Sensitive Skin
  • Skin Care for Extremely Dry, Sensitive Skin
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Plant extract

7th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Chrysanthemum Sinense Flower Extract is an extract of the flowers of Chrysanthemum sinense, Asteraceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

8th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Codonopsis Lanceolata Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Codonopsis lanceolata, Campanulaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

9th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Hovenia Dulcis Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Hovenia, Hovenia dulcis, Rhamnaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Antioxidant, Plant extract

10th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Magnolia Kobus Flower Extract is the extracts of the flowers of Magnolia kobus, Magnoliaceae.

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Soothing, Plant extract

11th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Salix Alba Bark Extract is an extract of the bark of the White Willow, Salix alba L., salicaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

12th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract is the extract of the fruit of Schisandra chinensis, Schisandraceae.

Anti-Aging Soothing Hydration
8 scientific references
  • 5 Super Anti-Aging Antioxidants Your Skin Needs
  • How to Keep Your Neck & Chest Looking Young
  • Acne & Aging Skin
  • How to Diminish Uneven Skin Tone and Get Your Glow Back
  • What Are Peptides and What Do They Do for Skin?
  • The Truth About Firming Creams
  • Top 5 Reasons to Add Antioxidants to Your Skin Care Routine
  • Anti-Aging Superstars
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

13th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Hamamelis Virginiana Extract is the extract of the whole plant, Hamamelis virginiana, Hamamelidaceae.

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

14th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, isooctadecanoates (1:1) (10 mol glycerol average molar ratio)

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Lecithins, hydrogenated

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2020, pages 5S-25S
  • Nanocosmetics, June 2019, pages 95–140
  • Current Drug Delivery, 2016, pages 111–120
  • Pharmaceutical Research, February 2013, pages 538–55
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Castor oil (Ricinus communis), hydrogenated, ethoxylated (40 mol EO average molar ratio)

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed July 2021, ePublication
  • https://cosmeticsinfoorg/ingredient/peg-40-hydrogenated-castor-oil
  • Toxicological Research, June 2015, pages 105-136
  • https://wwwdeepdyvecom/lp/pubmed-central/safety-evaluation-of-polyethylene-glycol-peg-compounds-for-cosmetic-dV2e45HAp7?articleList=%2Fsearch%3Fquery%3DPEG-40%2Bhydrogenated%2Bcastor%2Boil
17 Potassium Hydroxide pH adjuster
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
pH adjuster

17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Potassium hydroxide

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

18th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

ester of decaglycerol and oleic acid

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Plant extract

19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Mentha Piperita Extract is an extract of the whole plant of the Peppermint, Mentha piperita (L.), Labiatae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

20th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Phytosterols is a complex mixture of sterols isolated from the higher plants

Hydration Soothing
4 scientific references
  • BioMed Research International, July 2018, ePublication
  • Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, April 2017, pages 115-138
  • Nutrients, December 2016, ePublication
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, May-June 2008, pages 217-224
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

21st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Illicium Verum Fruit Extract is an extract obtained from the fruits of the Star Anise, Illicium verum, Illiciaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

22nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the fresh leaves of the Eucaluptus, Eucalyptus globulus and other species of Eucalyptus, Myrtaceae. Syn. Yuukari Yu (Japanese)

Allergen
23 Sodium Gluconate Chelator
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Chelator

23rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sodium gluconate

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May/June 2019, pages 5S-38S
  • Journals of Materials Research, February 2006, pages 343-348
  • https://wwwepagov/sites/production/files/2019-08/documents/support_document_for_proposed_designation_of_d-gluconic_acid_sodium_saltpdf
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

24th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Mentha Piperita Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the whole plant of the Peppermint, Mentha piperita (L.), Labiatae

Allergen
25 Panthenol Active
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active

25th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Butanamide, 2,4-dihydroxy-N-(3-hydroxypropyl)-3,3-dimethyl-, (2R)-; dl-Panthenol

Hydration Soothing
7 scientific references
  • The Linus Pauling Institute, Oregon State University, Accessed April 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, December 2019, pages 534-547
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, January 2019, pages 346-354
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, March 2018, pages 1-51
  • The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, August 2017, pages 173-180
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2011, pages 361-370
  • American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, Volume 3, 2002, pages 427-433
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Soothing, Plant extract

26th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Scutellaria baicalensis, Lamiaceae

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Soothing
5 scientific references
  • Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, September 2019, pages 1, 353-1, 369
  • PLoS One, February 2017, ePublication
  • Science Bulletin Beijing, July 2016, pages 1, 391-1, 398
  • Planta Medica, June 2013, pages 959-962
  • The Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, December 2011, pages 1, 613-1, 623
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

27th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract is an extract of the Alga, Ascophyllum nodosum (L.), Fucaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

28th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

.alpha.-d-Glucopyranosiduronic acid, (3.beta.,20.beta.)-20-carboxy-11-oxo-30-norolean-12-en-3-yl 2-O-.beta.-d-glucopyranuronosyl-, dipotassium salt

Soothing Dark Spot Fading
8 scientific references
  • How to Care for Red, Sensitive Skin
  • 7 Best Products for Sensitive Skin
  • Skincare Tips for Calming Redness
  • Skin-Soothing Ingredients
  • How the Paula’s Choice CALM Collection Works
  • The Best Moisturizers for Sensitive Skin
  • The Best Ways to Treat Acne and Sensitive Skin
  • Skin Care for Extremely Dry, Sensitive Skin
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

29th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Epilobium Angustifolium Leaf Extract is the extract of the leaves of the Rose Bay, Epilobium angustifolium L., Onagraceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

30th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Portulaca Oleracea Extract is an extract of the whole plant of the Purselane, Portulaca oleracea L., Portulacaceae

Anti-Aging Soothing Hydration
6 scientific references
  • Food Chemistry, August 2019, pages 239-245
  • Journal of Pharmacopuncture, March 2019, pages 7-15
  • Antioxidants, August 2017, pages 1-9
  • American Journal of Translational Research, May 2016, pages 2, 138-2, 148
  • BioMed Research International, January 2015, pages 1-11
  • Journal of Ethnopharmacology, July 2001, pages 171–176; and December 2000, pages 445-451
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

31st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract is an extract of the seeds of the Bean, Phaseolus radiatus L., Leguminosae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Plant extract

32nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Enteromorpha Compressa Extract is an extract of the thallus of the Alga, Enteromorpha compressa, Ulvaceae

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Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Plant extract

33rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract is an extract of the Alga, Gelidium cartilagineum, Gelidiaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Plant extract

34th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Undaria Pinnatifida Extract is an extract of the Alga, Undaria pinnatifida, Alariaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Plant extract

35th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Laminaria Japonica Extract is an extract of the Japan Kelp/Seaweed, Laminaria japonica, Laminariaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Emollient, Plant extract

36th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Adansonia Digitata Pulp Extract is an extract of the pulp of the Monkey Bread Tree or the Baobab, Adansonia digitata L., Bombacaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Plant extract

37th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Saussurea Involucrata Extract is an extract of the whole plant, Saussurea involucrata, Asteraceae

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What ingredients are in Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser?

WATER, GLYCERIN, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PHENOXYETHANOL, ARCTIUM LAPPA ROOT EXTRACT, CHRYSANTHEMUM SINENSE FLOWER EXTRACT, CODONOPSIS LANCEOLATA ROOT EXTRACT, HOVENIA DULCIS FRUIT EXTRACT, MAGNOLIA KOBUS FLOWER EXTRACT, SALIX ALBA BARK EXTRACT, SCHISANDRA CHINENSIS FRUIT EXTRACT, HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA EXTRACT, POLYGLYCERYL-10 ISOSTEARATE, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL, POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, POLYGLYCERYL-10 OLEATE, MENTHA PIPERITA EXTRACT, PHYTOSTEROLS, ILLICIUM VERUM FRUIT EXTRACT, EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS LEAF OIL, SODIUM GLUCONATE, MENTHA PIPERITA OIL, PANTHENOL, SCUTELLARIA BAICALENSIS ROOT EXTRACT, ASCOPHYLLUM NODOSUM EXTRACT, DIPOTASSIUM GLYCYRRHIZATE, EPILOBIUM ANGUSTIFOLIUM LEAF EXTRACT, PORTULACA OLERACEA EXTRACT, PHASEOLUS RADIATUS SEED EXTRACT, ENTEROMORPHA COMPRESSA EXTRACT, GELIDIUM CARTILAGINEUM EXTRACT, UNDARIA PINNATIFIDA EXTRACT, LAMINARIA JAPONICA EXTRACT, ADANSONIA DIGITATA PULP EXTRACT, SAUSSUREA INVOLUCRATA EXTRACT.

What are the active ingredients in Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser?

PANTHENOL.

How do I use Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser?

Rinse your face with warm water to open pores. Dampen a cotton pad with the liquid cleanser and place it on oily or congested areas for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the pad and gently wipe away sebum and impurities with a cotton swab. Rinse your skin again with lukewarm water and continue with your skincare routine.

What skin types is Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser good for?

Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry) skin.

Is Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser good for sensitive skin?

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Is Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser fungal acne safe?

3 ingredients could feed malassezia: Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.

Can I use Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser while pregnant?

Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.

Is Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser fragrance free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is fragrance-free.

Does Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser contain alcohol?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.

Is Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser silicone free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.

Does Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser contain essential oils?

Yes — it contains Mentha Piperita Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Mentha Piperita Oil.

Is Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser paraben free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.

What can I layer with Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser?

It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.

When should I apply Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser?

Use it morning and evening, after serums.

How many ingredients does Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser have?

It lists 37 ingredients, of which 1 are recorded as actives.

Who makes Premium Quick Step Sebum Cleanser?

Dr. Althea, a brand based in Korea.

Brand
Dr. Althea
Country
Korea

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