Is Anua Heartleaf Cleansing Foam Good for Acne-Prone Skin?

Yes, Anua Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam can be a good option for acne-prone skin, particularly if your main concerns are excess oil, clogged pores and rough texture.

The cleanser is formulated to remove excess sebum and impurities, while ingredients such as betaine salicylate and capryloyl salicylic acid provide gentle exfoliating action. Anua also describes the product as non-comedogenic and low-irritation.

It also contains heartleaf (Houttuynia cordata) and Quercetinol, which are included for their soothing properties. Anua reports testing in which acne severity decreased by 17.46% after two weeks, although individual results can vary and a cleanser should not be considered a standalone acne treatment.

For Kenyan skin, it can be useful if heat, sweating, sunscreen and excess oil leave your skin feeling congested. Use it gently rather than scrubbing aggressively.

If you have severe inflammatory acne, painful cysts or acne that is leaving scars, you may need a dedicated acne treatment alongside your cleanser.

Also, if you’re already using several exfoliating products, introduce this cleanser carefully to avoid unnecessary irritation.