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Heartleaf: K-Beauty’s Secret Weapon for Calm, Clear Skin 🌿


Korean skincare always seems to be one step ahead, and right now, it’s all about Heartleaf.

This unassuming plant, also known as Houttuynia Cordata, has been a staple in K-beauty for years. It’s like that cool kid who’s been around forever but is only now getting the recognition they deserve.


Heartleaf plant

What’s the Buzz About Heartleaf?

Heartleaf is trending for all the right reasons. This ingredient boasts anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antioxidant properties that make it a triple threat in skincare. Whether you're dealing with acne, redness, or sun damage, Heartleaf is here to rescue your skin.


  • Anti-Inflammatory: Got irritated skin? Heartleaf is rich in flavonoids that help soothe and calm inflammation, making it ideal for sensitive skin.

  • Anti-Aging: Thanks to quercitrin, a type of flavonoid, Heartleaf can help reverse UVB damage and fight off those pesky free radicals.

  • Anti-Acne: With its antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, Heartleaf is great at keeping acne at bay by regulating sebum and purifying clogged pores.


Who Should Use Heartleaf?

Heartleaf is a skin savior for those with sensitive, redness-prone, or acne-prone skin. If your skin tends to freak out with irritation or breakouts, Heartleaf could be your new best friend. It’s gentle, effective, and well-tolerated by most skin types. But as always, a patch test is your safest bet.


sensitive, redness-prone, or acne-prone skin

Must-Try Heartleaf Skincare Products

Ready to give Heartleaf a whirl? Here are some top-rated Korean skincare products that harness the power of this multitasking marvel:

  1. Anua Heartleaf 77 Toner Pads - These clarifying toner pads, with 77% Heartleaf extract, are perfect for reducing breakouts and gently exfoliating dead skin cells.

  2. AXIS-Y Heartleaf My-Type Calming Cream - A lightweight, hydrating cream that soothes sensitive skin and calms irritation.

  3. Goodal Heartleaf Calming Moisture Serum - This serum blankets your skin in redness-reducing, soothing moisture.

  4. Mary & May Houttuynia Cordata & Tea Tree Serum - Combining Heartleaf with Tea Tree, this serum is a powerhouse for fighting acne and calming congestion.

  5. GLAMFOX Heartleaf Line - The GLAMFOX Heartleaf Line features a toner, serum, cream, and pads. Containing 85% heartleaf extract, this line uses a patented low-temperature carbonic acid extraction method, ideal for complex and easily irritated skin. It also includes five types of ceramides and hyaluronic acid for improved moisture retention & EVERMAT™ for pore care, help to create smooth, radiant skin.


And saving the best for last:

YOOKIYA Heartleaf Aurora Sheet Mask

Keep Calm & Protected with Heartleaf! Embrace the nurturing essence of YOOKIYA's Heartleaf Aurora Sheet Mask. Infused with Heartleaf, Cherry Blossoms, and Green Tea Extract, this mask calms, protects, and heals your skin. Perfect for when your skin needs some serious TLC. #HealingRelief #SkinCalming


YOOKIYA Heartleaf Aurora Sheet Mask

Discover More Heartleaf Goodies with Korea Trade

Curious about Heartleaf? Korea Trade has a curated selection of K-beauty products featuring this skin-loving ingredient. Plus, don’t miss out on the exclusive YOOKIYA Heartleaf Masks and our other Aurora Daily Solution Masks. Meet us at our events or shop now—your skin will thank you! ✨


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