Comparison
COSRX Pure Fit Cica Cream vs Dr Althea 345 Relief Cream
Two moisturizers that compete for the same routine slot. Below is the honest side by side: what makes each one different, who each one is best for, and how real users rate them.
Choose Pure Fit Cica Cream if
- You want Squalane in the formula.
- You prefer the lower price (from €24 vs from €30).
- Calming
Choose 345 Relief Cream if
- You have All skin.
- You want Madecassoside in the formula.
- Great for compromised skin
At a glance
- Sensitive
- Dry
- Normal
- Sensitive
- Dry
- Normal
- All
- Redness
- Irritation
- Dehydration
- Redness
- Irritation
- Dehydration
- Centella Complex
- Panthenol
- Squalane
- Centella Complex
- Panthenol
- Madecassoside
- Calming
- Lightweight rich texture
- Great for compromised skin
- Comforting
- Mild scent of plant extracts
- Rich for oily skin
Ingredient interactions
No flagged interactions between the key ingredients in these two products. Both share Centella Complex, Panthenol, which means you get overlapping benefits if you use them at different times of day.
What reviewers say
Pure Fit Cica Cream
"I have very sensitive skin, and this cream has been a game-changer. It calms down my redness immediately and doesn't cause any breakouts."
Lovely texture and feel
"The texture is lovely, it sinks in quickly, and doesn't leave a sticky film. My skin feels comfortable and calm after using it."
345 Relief Cream
Great calming cream
"If my skin is irritated I can use this knowing it will help calm it down. It is a good basic moisturizer."
Amazing for problematic skin
"After a week of using this, it's been AMAZING. My skin has been acting up for months, it's dehydrated, oily, sensitive and textured."
FAQ
What is the main difference between COSRX Pure Fit Cica Cream and Dr Althea 345 Relief Cream?
Both are moisturizers. COSRX Pure Fit Cica Cream focuses on Redness and Irritation, while Dr Althea 345 Relief Cream targets Redness and Irritation. Ingredient wise, COSRX Pure Fit Cica Cream leads with Centella Complex and Panthenol; Dr Althea 345 Relief Cream uses Centella Complex and Panthenol.
Can I use COSRX Pure Fit Cica Cream and Dr Althea 345 Relief Cream together?
They serve the same routine step, so pick one at a time rather than layering.
Do COSRX Pure Fit Cica Cream and Dr Althea 345 Relief Cream share ingredients?
Both feature Centella Complex, Panthenol. The rest of the formulas differ, which is where the choice usually comes down to.
Which one is cheaper, COSRX Pure Fit Cica Cream or Dr Althea 345 Relief Cream?
COSRX Pure Fit Cica Cream is the more affordable option based on current listed prices (from €24 vs from €30).