Anua Cleansing

Anua's cleansing lineup covers every method of Korean double cleansing: the Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil for oil-phase first cleanse, three foam variants (Quercetinol Pore Deep, Peach Niacin Spread, Succinic Moisture) for second cleanse, a Rice Enzyme Brightening Powder for gentle enzymatic exfoliation, and a Heartleaf 87 Low pH Deep Cleansing Water for micellar-style cleansing. The 8 Hyaluronic Acid Gentle Foaming Cleanser rounds out the range for dry or sensitive skin. 38+ cleansing products in stock.

  • Heartleaf pore-control oil
  • 3 foam cleanser variants
  • Rice enzyme + low pH water
  • Korean double-cleanse system

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Buying guide

Anua Cleansing Guide: Oil, Foam, Powder, and Low pH Options

Anua offers a complete Korean cleansing system: an oil-based first cleanser for makeup and sunscreen removal, three distinct foam cleansers for the second cleanse step, a rice enzyme powder for gentle chemical exfoliation during cleansing, and a low pH cleansing water for micellar-style single cleansing. This guide explains each product's role and how to choose between the foam variants and formats based on skin type and concern.

Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil 200ml: First Cleanse

The Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil 200ml is the first-cleanse product in the Anua system, designed to dissolve sunscreen, makeup, and daily sebum buildup. The heartleaf base means the oil cleanse also delivers soothing benefit while it emulsifies the oil-based products on the skin. "Pore Control" in the name reflects additional pore-clarifying ingredients alongside the cleansing base - helping prevent pore enlargement from oxidized sebum buildup that oil cleansers can leave behind if not fully rinsed.

Apply to dry skin, massage for 60 seconds, then add water and massage further until the formula turns milky and fully emulsifies. Rinse thoroughly, then follow with a foam cleanser as the second cleanse. The 200ml size lasts two to three months of daily use. A bundled set pairing the Oil with the Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam is listed in this collection for those who want both steps in one purchase.

Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam 150ml

The Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam is the most active second-cleanse option. Quercetinol (a quercetin derivative) is an antioxidant bioflavonoid with anti-inflammatory and pore-clearing properties - it inhibits oxidation of pore sebum and reduces the keratin plugging that leads to blackheads. Paired with heartleaf for additional soothing, this foam is suited to combination to oily skin with visibly enlarged pores or blackhead concerns.

Apply to wet skin after the oil cleanse step, build a lather, and massage for 30-60 seconds focusing on the T-zone and chin. Rinse with lukewarm water. The pore-clarifying ingredients in this foam create a deep-clean effect that feels noticeably more thorough than a basic foam cleanser, which is why it is positioned as "Pore Deep." Use morning and evening if you have oil-prone skin, or evening only if your morning concern is gentle cleansing.

Peach Niacin Spread Cleansing Foam: Brightening Second Cleanse

The Peach Niacin Spread Cleansing Foam targets brightening and tone correction during the cleanse step. Niacinamide (vitamin B3) inhibits melanin transfer to the skin surface, which over consistent use reduces the appearance of dark spots, post-blemish marks, and uneven tone. The peach component adds vitamin C-precursor content and a light brightening effect. "Spread" refers to the cream-to-foam texture that spreads easily on the skin before lathering.

This foam is the best pick for normal to oily skin concerned with uneven tone or dullness. The niacinamide is present at a functional concentration rather than a trace amount - at 150ml this is enough product for two to three months of daily use. It is gentle enough for morning and evening use and does not strip the skin despite the brightening action.

Heartleaf Succinic Moisture Cleansing Foam: Hydration + Pore Care

The Heartleaf Succinic Moisture Cleansing Foam combines heartleaf soothing with succinic acid for mild pore care while maintaining moisture during cleansing. Succinic acid is a gentler alternative to glycolic acid for exfoliation - it provides surface renewal without the photosensitivity risk of AHAs, making it suitable for daily use in a cleanser. The result is a foam that clears pores gently each time you cleanse rather than relying on weekly heavy exfoliants.

This is the most versatile foam in the Anua lineup: suitable for combination skin, oily skin that is also sensitive, and normal skin with mild congestion concerns. Use it daily as a second cleanse after the oil cleanse, or alone for a morning cleanse on nights when you did not wear sunscreen or makeup.

Rice Enzyme Brightening Cleansing Powder: Enzymatic Exfoliation

The Rice Enzyme Brightening Cleansing Powder is an enzymatic cleanser in powder form. Rice enzymes (from rice bran ferment extract) gently digest and lift dead skin cells from the surface without mechanical or chemical scrubbing. The brightening function comes from rice extract's natural kojic acid content, which inhibits melanin production. At the same time, rice ceramide content supports the skin barrier during cleansing.

Mix a small amount of powder with water in your palm to activate the enzyme complex, then apply to wet skin and massage gently. The lather is light and the exfoliation sensation is almost imperceptible compared to a scrub, which is what makes it suitable for daily use including sensitive skin. Use it as a morning cleanser for a consistent brightening input without the irritation risk of stronger chemical exfoliants applied separately.

Heartleaf 87 Low pH Deep Cleansing Water 500g: Micellar-Style Option

The Heartleaf 87 Low pH Deep Cleansing Water 500g is a larger-format cleansing water (micellar-style) that cleanses without rinsing. The 87% heartleaf water base means this product is predominantly active botanical water rather than a standard micellar solution. The low pH formulation (below 5.5) keeps the skin's acid mantle intact after cleansing, which is important for maintaining the barrier and for those who apply acid-based actives (AHA, BHA, Vitamin C) immediately after cleansing.

Apply to a cotton pad and sweep over the face to remove light dirt and sebum. For makeup or sunscreen removal, use the cleansing oil first, then the Low pH Cleansing Water for a final clarifying pass. At 500g this is a multi-month supply. It can also be used as a toner-like step after foam cleansing to restore pH balance before serums, particularly if the foam cleanser raised the skin's pH slightly.

8 Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Gentle Foaming Cleanser: For Dry Skin

The Anua 8 Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Gentle Foaming Cleanser contains 8 types of hyaluronic acid at different molecular weights, providing hydration at multiple skin depths during cleansing. This is the most moisture-forward cleanser in the Anua lineup and is specifically designed for dry, dehydrated, or sensitive skin types that find standard foam cleansers too drying. The gentle formula uses low-irritation surfactants that maintain the skin's moisture barrier while cleansing.

This cleanser is appropriate for morning and evening use on dry skin, and morning-only use on normal skin. For the morning cleanse when you have not worn makeup overnight, this gentle formula alone is sufficient - no double cleanse needed. In the evening after sunscreen or makeup, start with the cleansing oil first, then use this foam as the second cleanse to avoid stripping.

Choosing Between the Anua Foam Cleansers by Skin Concern

Match your primary skin concern to the appropriate foam: oily skin with enlarged pores and blackheads should use the Quercetinol Pore Deep Foam. Skin with dullness, dark spots, or post-blemish marks should use the Peach Niacin Spread Foam. Combination skin with mild congestion and redness should use the Succinic Moisture Foam. Dry or sensitive skin should use the 8 Hyaluronic Acid Gentle Foaming Cleanser. For gentle daily brightening without concern-specific targeting, the Rice Enzyme Powder is the most universally applicable option.

If you want to try the full double-cleanse system, the Oil + Quercetinol set bundle in this collection is the most practical starting point. If you already have a double-cleanse first step and only need the second cleanse, choose among the foam variants based on your primary concern.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

  • Yes. Oil cleansers are not limited to oily skin - they are safe and effective for all skin types including dry. The emulsifying action dissolves sunscreen and makeup without the stripping harshness of some gel or foam cleansers. For dry skin, the most important thing is to rinse thoroughly after emulsification and follow with a gentle second cleanser - the Anua 8 Hyaluronic Acid Gentle Foaming Cleanser is the most appropriate second cleanse for dry skin types. The heartleaf in the oil provides soothing that helps dry skin tolerate daily oil cleansing.

  • The Quercetinol Foam helps prevent and reduce blackhead formation through consistent use rather than immediately extracting visible blackheads in a single wash. Quercetinol inhibits the oxidation of pore sebum (the process that makes sebum black when exposed to air) and helps loosen keratin plugs over time. You will likely notice fewer new blackheads and smaller-looking pores after four to six weeks of consistent daily use. For existing blackheads, supplement with the LHA Peeling Gel or a BHA exfoliant as a separate treatment step.

  • Yes. Rice enzymes are among the gentlest forms of chemical exfoliation - they work at lower concentrations and with a shorter contact time (30-60 seconds of massage) than leave-on AHA or BHA products. The exfoliation is mild enough for daily use on most skin types, including combination and normal-sensitive skin. If you have particularly sensitive or reactive skin, start with every-other-day use and evaluate before moving to daily. The powder format also makes dosage easy to control - less powder means less exfoliation intensity.

  • Yes, that is one of its intended uses. After foam cleansing, apply the Low pH Cleansing Water on a cotton pad to restore the skin's pH to its natural slightly acidic range (4.5-5.5), which some foam cleansers temporarily raise. This step is particularly useful if you apply acids or vitamin C serums immediately after cleansing, since these actives work best at a low pH. The heartleaf content also delivers a soothing dose at this step before you move to serums.

  • Anua does not publish the exact concentration publicly, but the Peach Niacin Foam is positioned as a functional brightening cleanser, suggesting a niacinamide level in the range of 5% or above where clinical brightening effects are documented. Note that niacinamide in a rinse-off cleanser has a shorter contact time than a serum - the brightening benefit from a cleanser accumulates over months of daily use. For faster or more targeted brightening, pair this cleanser with a dedicated niacinamide serum as a leave-on treatment step.

  • The set includes the Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil 200ml and the Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam 150ml in one purchase. This pairing covers the full double-cleanse routine targeting pore control: oil cleanser removes sunscreen and makeup in the first step, and the Quercetinol Foam performs the deep pore-clearing second cleanse. It is the most efficient starting point if you want both products and want to confirm they work together as a system before buying separately at larger sizes.

  • No. In the morning, you have not worn sunscreen or makeup overnight, so a single gentle cleanse is sufficient to remove overnight sebum and residue. The 8 Hyaluronic Acid Foaming Cleanser is ideal for morning use as a solo cleanser - it maintains hydration while cleansing, leaving the skin ready for toner and serum without stripping. Double cleansing (oil + foam) is a morning practice only if you sweated heavily overnight or used an overnight oil mask. For evening cleansing after sunscreen use, always use the oil cleanser first.

  • The Succinic Moisture Foam is the gentler option, using succinic acid for mild pore care while maintaining moisture - better for combination skin with mild congestion and some sensitivity. The Quercetinol Pore Deep Foam is the more active pore-targeting formula, using quercetinol alongside heartleaf for a deeper pore-clearing action - better for oily skin with significant blackhead or enlarged pore concerns. If your skin is both congested and reactive, start with the Succinic Moisture Foam for two weeks to assess tolerance before moving to the more active Quercetinol Pore Deep Foam.