Dr. Althea
Aqua Marine Deep Serum
Aqua Marine Deep Serum is a serum from Dr. Althea. Its official ingredient list includes Glycerin and Niacinamide. The brand lists 34 ingredients in this formula; each is explained below with its documented cosmetic functions.
- Routine step
- Serum
- Formula
- 34 listed ingredients
- Source version
- Global brand store
- Formula checked
- 7 October 2026
Inside the formula
A few ingredients worth getting to know, and the roles they play.
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Ingredients, decoded
The ingredient list below comes from the brand's formula listing. Open an explanation to see the evidence and things to keep in mind.
| On the label | What it does | The plain-English take |
|---|---|---|
| Bambusa Vulgaris Water | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| 1,2-Hexanediol | Skin conditioningFragrance supportDissolving ingredients | Used to help keep skin in good condition. Supports the perfume or flavour mixture in a formula. |
| Water | Fragrance supportDissolving ingredients | Supports the perfume or flavour mixture in a formula. Helps other ingredients dissolve in the formula. |
| Glycerin | Moisture bindingSkin conditioningFragrance supportDissolving ingredientsTexture | |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | Skin conditioningOdour controlFragrance support | Used to help keep skin in good condition. Helps reduce or cover unwanted odour. |
| Niacinamide | Smoothing | |
| Raffinose | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Panthenol | Skin conditioningFragrance support | Used to help keep skin in good condition. Supports the perfume or flavour mixture in a formula. |
| Propanediol | Moisture bindingFragrance supportDissolving ingredientsTexture | Attracts and holds water. Supports the perfume or flavour mixture in a formula. |
| Xanthan Gum | Mixing oil and waterSkin conditioningBindingFormula stabilityFragrance supportGel textureTexture | Helps oil and water combine in a formula. Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Lactococcus Ferment Lysate | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Fructooligosaccharides | Moisture bindingSkin conditioning | Attracts and holds water. Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Centella Asiatica Extract | CleansingComfortSkin conditioningSmoothingToning | Helps remove dirt and residue from the skin. Helps ease discomfort on skin or the scalp. |
| Cyperus Rotundus Root Extract | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Sodium Chloride | Formula bodyScentTexture | Adds bulk to a formula. Adds or changes the product's scent. |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | Moisture bindingSkin conditioning | |
| Adenosine | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Tromethamine | pH controlScent | Helps keep the formula's acidity at the intended level. Adds or changes the product's scent. |
| Carbomer | Formula stabilityGel textureTexture | |
| Disodium Edta | Formula stabilityFragrance supportTexture | Binds metal ions that can interfere with the formula. Supports the perfume or flavour mixture in a formula. |
| Sodium Dna | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Agave Tequilana Leaf Extract | Astringent | Produces a tightening effect at the skin's surface. |
| Maltodextrin | AbsorbingBindingFormula stabilityFilm formingFragrance supportSkin conditioning | Takes up liquids or dissolved material. Helps ingredients hold together. |
| Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract | Antioxidant | Slows reactions involving oxygen, helping protect against oxidation. |
| Hizikia Fusiforme Extract | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Sargassum Fulvellum Extract | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Laminaria Japonica Extract | Skin protection | Helps protect skin from external influences. |
| Butylene Glycol | Moisture bindingSkin conditioningFragrance supportDissolving ingredientsTexture | |
| Caulerpa Lentillifera Extract | Film forming | Leaves a thin film on a surface after application. |
| Guaiazulene | Microbial controlScent | Helps limit the growth of microorganisms. Adds or changes the product's scent. |
| Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer | Moisture bindingSkin conditioning | Attracts and holds water. Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Dimethyl Isosorbide | Dissolving ingredientsTexture | Helps other ingredients dissolve in the formula. Adjusts how thick or fluid the formula is. |
| Oleyl Alcohol | ScentSofteningDissolving ingredientsTexture | Adds or changes the product's scent. Helps soften and smooth the skin. |
| Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid | Moisture bindingSkin conditioning |
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Sources
- Dr. Althea: Aqua Marine Deep SerumChecked 2026-10-07T13:14:14.033345+00:00