Using Gua Sha Massage Techniques  When it comes to beauty, we do tend to splurge a little (or a lot) when it comes to optimising our skincare regime with various beauty tools or gadgets on the market. You've probably seen the popular ones, like electronic facial devices, blackhead suckers, or using pretty tools like natural crystal "Gua Sha" to slim down your face. But does it really work? how 'Gua Sha' can benefit you "Gua Sha" is an age-old technique that uses a facial massage tool (wood, crystals, etc.) to massage the face. The massage strokes are not only therapeutic; they're s ..read more

Formulated for sensitive skin with Mother Nature in mind The rise of clean beauty is not just a skincare revolution that's making waves and changing how we see, use, and feel about skincare products; it is also about preserving all that's good on the very ground we stand. Say hello to vegan clean beauty. Viegano, whose label is not just skin deep.  Good for the skin, good for the planet In a sea of labels today, consumers may find it hard to find a beauty product that's suitable for them without all the fine print. Viegano has made it easy, with all-in-one skincare products, no fuss, n ..read more

unleash + utopia Something new has dropped on Althea Korea and we are going crazy over it! Meet unleashia a cruelty-free, vegan, and earth goddess brand from Korea that's recently making headlines on the glitter scene with its high-key pigmented glitters that are not only sparkling amazing on anyone but it's also, yes, you guessed it! BIODEGRADABLE! So say goodbye to microplastics because these glitters are here to stay! ✨ PETA certified vegan & cruelty free product biodegradable, safe, and green glitter formula: different sizes & shapes to create dimensional sparkles high-quality ..read more

Flawless means healthy, and healthy skin starts from good habits. Just because you don't go to an expensive beauty spa each month doesn't mean you are not entitled to the privilege of having smooth baby-like skin. If you are an avid follower of Korean beauty trends, you should know by now how much emphasis is placed on good skin management. Start practicing these excellent habits and the dream of having flawless-looking skin might not be that far-fetched at all. Remember, that sometimes continuous effort pays more than just one-time big spending! 1. Know Your Skin Type Ge ..read more

Definition: Althea SNS = Althea social networking sites, e.g Facebook, Instagram or Blog. Contest = Lucky Draw, Contest, Event that offers prizes or products in kind.  Contest Period = Contest period stipulated in the post and/or event. Contest Post = Contest post on Althea Social Networking Sites such as Facebook, Instagram, or Blog. Legitimate Account =  Real accounts that are not made for the purpose of joining the contest.   General Contest Rules Terms & Conditions: 1. Contest open to Althea members with a legitimate account from the period stipulated in the conte ..read more

  Shop Malaysia Online 1st - 31st July 2021 We're happy to announce that we've joined the Shop Malaysia Online campaign with GrabPay Malaysia to reward our customers with rebates, discounts, and free gifts this month! As part of the campaign, customers who shop on Althea Malaysia and checkout using GrabPay payment method with min. pay of RM150 will get GrabPay rebates up to RM40 on their GrabPay Rewards page (almost instantly!). For new GrabPay users, you'll be getting an additional RM20 GrabPay rebate! The fun doesn't stop here because as part of this shopping frenzy, Althea has part ..read more

Boost your skin with these superfoods today! They say you are what you eat, but sometimes it doesn't hurt to incorporate your super diet directly onto your face as well! In this, post we'll be sharing all about superfoods: what they are, which ones we love and our fave superfood skincare picks. First of all, what is a superfood? Superfoods are foods that have a very high nutritional density, meaning that they contain a high volume of minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants. Antioxidants are natural molecules that occur in certain foods, and these naturally occurring molecules help neutra ..read more

All about SPF & sunscreens We all know that staying out of the sun is important, but do we really understand why? And what's all the buzz around SPF? In today's post, we'll be sharing all about the sun's effects on our skin, what SPF is, why using sunscreens are important. So first off, why do we need to protect our skin from the sun? Aside from causing sunburns and our skin to darken, prolonged sun exposure can increase the risk of skin cancers and speed up skin aging. Harmful UV rays not only damage our skin from within, but they also cause very visible effects like wrinkles, sa ..read more

Want to deal with your excess sebum once and for all? Those with oily skin can totally relate to that icky, sticky feeling of having excess sebum on your face. Especially during these times when all of us are wearing face masks to stay safe, having excess sebum and an oily face may lead to more coagulated pores and breakouts. Today, we'll be sharing some tips on how you can control your oil secretion, as well as some of our recommended products! 1. Cleanse your face gently Having an oily face at the end of the day may prompt you to find a cleanser that leaves your skin squeaky clean, but ..read more

All about Cica A powerhouse skincare ingredient in K-beauty today, Cica is now featured by most K-beauty brands in their products and is loved by Altheans all over the globe. Today, we'll be sharing all about this skin-friendly ingredient and how you can incorporate it into your routines. Cica comes from it's full name - Centella Asiatica Known in ancient times as Tiger Grass because of how tigers used to roll in them to heal their wounds, the term Cica actually comes from it's full name - Centella Asiatica. Known to improve skin condition, help with skin regeneration and aid in ant ..read more