What is ANUA Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam?
ANUA Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam is the lathering face wash in the heartleaf line from ANUA, the Korean brand best known for its heartleaf range. It whips into a dense, cushiony foam that lifts away oil, sweat, sunscreen residue and city grime, while a mild exfoliating blend works on the build-up that makes pores look clogged. For many people in Pakistan, it is the go-to ANUA face wash because it handles hot, sticky days without leaving the face squeaky and tight.
It comes in two sizes: a 25ml travel tube and a full 150ml tube. It is gentle enough for daily use, morning and night, and it is the natural second step after the brand's cleansing oil in a double-cleanse routine.
What is quercetinol?
Quercetinol is ANUA's name for an ingredient approach built around quercetin, a plant flavonoid with antioxidant properties. In this cleanser, it partners with heartleaf to give a calming, balancing effect, which is welcome when breakouts and oiliness come with redness.
What does the ANUA heartleaf cleanser do?
It cleans deeply, helps pores look clearer and keeps skin calm. In short: a thorough wash with a soothing finish, rather than the harsh, tight feeling many acne face washes leave behind.
ANUA Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam benefits: what it does for your skin
Deep cleansing without dryness
Mild amino-acid and glucoside cleansers remove oil and impurities thoroughly, while the multiple forms of hyaluronic acid help skin feel soft rather than stripped after rinsing.
Clearer-looking pores and fewer blackheads
A low 0.5% concentration of BHA, from betaine salicylate and capryloyl salicylic acid, plus fine heartleaf powder, helps loosen dead cells and sebum around pores. With regular use, the nose and chin often look smoother and less congested.
Calmer skin
Heartleaf, the star of ANUA's range, is valued in Korean skincare for soothing irritated, breakout-prone skin. Washing twice a day with a calming formula keeps redness in check.
Oil control for hot weather
An anti-sebum complex built from four plant extracts helps keep shine under control, which matters when Karachi humidity or Lahore heat makes your face oily by noon.
A balanced, fresh finish
Skin feels clean, light and comfortable, ready for toner, serum and sunscreen.
ANUA Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam key ingredients
| Ingredient | What it does |
|---|---|
| Heartleaf (Houttuynia cordata) water and powder | Soothes and gently polishes the skin's surface |
| Quercetin (quercetinol) | Antioxidant, calming support |
| Betaine salicylate, capryloyl salicylic acid (0.5% BHA) | Help clear pore build-up and smooth texture |
| Multiple forms of hyaluronic acid | Keep skin hydrated after cleansing |
| Anti-sebum plant complex | Helps manage excess oil and the look of pores |
| Amino-acid and glucoside cleansers | Clean thoroughly yet gently |
What are the full ingredients?
The complete list is shown in the ingredients section of this page. One point worth knowing for sensitive skin: it contains a small amount of eucalyptus leaf oil, which some very reactive skin types may notice.
Which skin types is ANUA Heartleaf Quercetinol foam best for?
Is it good for oily skin?
Yes, oily skin is its main audience. It removes excess oil thoroughly and leaves a matte-feeling, clean finish without overdrying, which helps break the cycle of over-washing and rebound oiliness.
Is it good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, as a supportive cleanser. The gentle BHA helps keep pores clearer, and heartleaf calms. It does not replace acne treatments, but it is a smart, non-aggravating base for an acne routine.
Is it good for combination skin?
Yes. It cleans the oily T-zone well while the hyaluronic acid keeps drier cheeks comfortable.
Is it good for dry skin?
It can be a little too cleansing for very dry skin, especially in winter. Dry skin may prefer to use it only at night as a second cleanse, or switch to a cream or gel cleanser such as the CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser.
Is it good for sensitive skin and rosacea-prone skin?
Many sensitive skin types like it because it is soothing and the BHA level is low. Very reactive or rosacea-prone skin should patch-test first, because of the BHA and eucalyptus oil.
Is it good for fungal acne?
Fungal acne is a specific condition that needs a proper diagnosis. If you are managing it, review the full ingredient list with your dermatologist before choosing any cleanser.
Can I use it while pregnant?
Low-strength BHA in a wash-off cleanser is generally considered low risk, but always check with your doctor about skincare during pregnancy.
How to use ANUA Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam (morning and night)
Morning
- Splash your face with comfortably warm, not hot, water.
- Rub a coin-sized squeeze between damp palms until it turns into a thick foam.
- Massage over the face for 30 to 60 seconds, focusing on the nose and chin.
- Rinse well and pat dry, then continue with toner and sunscreen.
Evening double cleanse
- Start with a cleansing oil to dissolve sunscreen and makeup, such as the ANUA Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil.
- Follow with the foam to clean the skin itself.
- Rinse and move on to your serum and moisturiser.
Can I use it every day?
Yes. It is designed for daily use, once or twice a day. If your skin starts to feel tight, use it only once daily and rinse with water in the morning.
What to pair it with
Follow with the ANUA Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner for a calming routine, or the ANUA Peach 70% Niacinamide Serum for oil balance and glow. Avoid using another strong exfoliating cleanser in the same routine.
Adjusting your cleanse through the seasons
In summer and monsoon, most oily and combination skin is happy using this foam morning and night. When the weather turns dry in winter, many people find that one wash a day is enough, with just a splash of water in the morning. If you live in a dry city like Quetta or spend long hours in air-conditioning, watch for tightness after washing; that is your cue to cut back or follow with a richer moisturiser.
Should you use a cleansing brush or scrub?
There is no need. The foam already contains a gentle exfoliating blend, and adding a brush or gritty scrub on top can irritate skin and make breakouts look angrier. Your fingertips and 30 to 60 seconds of gentle massage are enough. If you want extra exfoliation, use a separate leave-on product two or three evenings a week instead.
Can men use it?
Yes. It is a great everyday face wash for men with oily skin or beard-area breakouts, and the rich foam makes a pleasant pre-shave cleanse. Rinse thoroughly around the beard line so no residue stays trapped.
ANUA Heartleaf Quercetinol foam results: how long until you see a difference?
The fresh, clean feeling is immediate. Smoother texture and fewer visible blackheads usually take two to four weeks of twice-daily use. For acne-prone skin, a cleanser alone rarely clears breakouts, but a calmer, less congested base often shows within a month when combined with a good routine.
Does ANUA Heartleaf Quercetinol foam have side effects?
Most people use it comfortably. Possible issues are mild dryness or tightness on dry skin, or slight tingling on very sensitive skin from the BHA or eucalyptus oil. Do not leave it on for long periods like a mask, and avoid the eye area. If irritation continues, switch to a gentler cleanser.
Do pore strips work better?
Pore strips pull out the tip of blackheads for a quick result, but the pore refills within days and repeated use can irritate the nose. A gentle BHA cleanser used daily keeps pores clearer over time with far less irritation.
ANUA Heartleaf foam vs other cleansers
| ANUA Heartleaf Quercetinol Foam | CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser | CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texture | Dense, creamy foam | Light gel foam | Gel with exfoliating acid |
| Key focus | Pores, oil and calm | Oil removal with ceramides | Rough texture and congestion |
| Best for | Oily, acne-prone, sensitive-leaning | Normal to oily | Bumpy, congested skin |
If you like soothing botanicals and a creamy lather, choose ANUA. The CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser is a simpler barrier-friendly choice, while the CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser exfoliates more noticeably.
Quercetinol foam vs ANUA's succinic acid cleanser
ANUA also makes heartleaf cleansers with other actives. The Quercetinol foam is the classic pore-cleansing choice; other versions focus on different balances of hydration and exfoliation, so pick the one that matches your main concern.
ANUA Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam price in Pakistan
The 25ml tube is perfect for travel or trying it out, and the 150ml tube is the better value, lasting around two to three months of twice-daily use. The current price for both sizes is shown live on this page; cash on delivery is available and orders over Rs. 6,000 ship free.
Original vs fake ANUA Heartleaf foam: how to check
ANUA has become one of the most counterfeited K-beauty brands in Pakistan. A real tube has crisp, even printing, a clear batch and expiry code crimped or printed on the end, and a smooth, creamy cleanser with a light, clean scent. Watery or lumpy texture, a strong perfume, faded or misspelled print, or a missing expiry date are reasons to be careful.
For peace of mind, buy from a source that imports directly. YESBEAUTY is an authentic seller of ANUA in Pakistan, and this cleanser is sourced directly from ANUA's official distribution channels in Seoul, Korea. As part of the Korean Skincare group, we have spent 10 years delivering genuine K-beauty, and we offer a 7-day return guarantee if any product is found inauthentic. Details are in the YESBEAUTY Authenticity Promise.
Best face wash for oily and acne-prone skin in Pakistan: where it fits
For oily skin that also gets red or sensitive, this is one of the most balanced daily cleansers available. Very gentle alternatives include the Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser for dry, reactive days and the AXIS-Y Sunday Morning Refreshing Cleansing Foam. See more in our cleanser edit, our oil control edit and the full ANUA collection.
Storing your cleanser in Pakistan's heat
Bathrooms get hot and humid, so close the cap tightly after use and keep the tube out of direct sun. Use it within the period shown by the open-jar symbol on the pack. Keeping the tube upright with the cap on also stops water from getting inside, which helps the texture stay creamy until the last squeeze.
If you travel often, the 25ml tube is airline-friendly and lasts about two weeks, which makes it easy to keep your routine consistent on trips home for Eid or weddings.
