ANUA Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil

ANUA Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil

A first cleanse that actually addresses pores. The ANUA Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil from ANUA is a lightweight oil cleanser formulated with Heartleaf Extract, five plant-based oils, a Neem trifecta (Flower + Leaf + Bark), and Turmeric — designed to dissolve makeup, sunscreen, and pore-clogging buildup while keeping skin calm and balanced throughout. The self-emulsifying formula turns milky on water contact and rinses completely clean without a greasy finish. During the massage step, you'll often see blackhead and whitehead debris become visible on the fingertips as the oils dissolve pore contents — a satisfying sign that it's working.

Vegan, cruelty-free — suitable for all skin types including sensitive, oily, and blemish-prone. Note: contains Fragrance.

Size: 200ml / 6.76 fl. oz.

Key benefits

• Removes makeup, sunscreen, and daily impurities — self-emulsifying formula turns milky and rinses completely clean
• Visibly draws out blackhead and whitehead buildup during the 60-second massage step
• Supports cleaner-looking pores — Jojoba Oil + Neem trifecta + Heartleaf Extract
• Keeps skin calm during cleansing — Heartleaf Extract + Turmeric for soothing and antioxidant support
• Lightweight, non-comedogenic — Sunflower, Grape Seed, Jojoba, Macadamia, and Moringa oils
• Vegan, cruelty-free — suitable for all skin types including acne-prone and sensitive

How to use

Dispense 2–3 pumps of the ANUA Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil onto completely dry palms and smooth over a completely dry face. Massage gently in circular motions for 60 seconds — blackhead and whitehead debris may become visible on the fingertips during this step. Add a small amount of lukewarm water to emulsify — the oil turns milky white. Continue massaging briefly, then rinse thoroughly. Follow immediately with a water-based cleanser such as the ANUA Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam for a complete double cleanse.

Why we love it

The challenge with oil cleansers for acne-prone skin is that the ones that clean deeply tend to leave a residue, and the ones that rinse clean don't always do enough. The ANUA Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil gets past that by pairing a self-emulsifying rinse system with a five-oil blend chosen specifically for their non-comedogenic properties — and adding Heartleaf and a full Neem trifecta for antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory support at the same time. Jojoba Oil is structurally similar to human sebum, which is why it dissolves pore contents so effectively — and why you can actually see the debris on your fingertips as you massage. Sunflower and Grape Seed Oil provide linoleic acid that helps support healthy sebum balance over time with regular use. And the Neem trifecta — Flower, Leaf, and Bark extracts, not just one — brings a more comprehensive antimicrobial and soothing approach than most cleansing oils include. The Heartleaf extract ties it all together with its signature calming effect, keeping sensitive and acne-prone skin comfortable through the cleanse. The result is a first cleanse that actually does double duty: thorough makeup and SPF removal, and genuine pore-support at the same time. At BestSkincareUSA.com, the ANUA Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil is our top oil cleanser recommendation from ANUA for the first step of any Korean skincare double-cleanse routine.

Key ingredients

• Houttuynia Cordata (Heartleaf) Extract — ANUA's signature calming botanical, present throughout the formula to soothe and calm sensitive and acne-prone skin during the cleansing step — counteracting any potential irritation from the thorough pore-cleansing action.
• 5 plant-based oils (Jojoba, Sunflower, Macadamia, Olive, Moringa) + Grape Seed Oil — A non-comedogenic oil blend chosen for how each oil specifically supports pore-prone skin: Jojoba dissolves sebum and pore contents through molecular compatibility; Sunflower and Grape Seed support healthy sebum balance; Macadamia nourishes without clogging; Moringa adds gentle antimicrobial properties.
• Neem trifecta (Melia Azadirachta Flower + Leaf + Bark Extract) — Three parts of the Neem plant, each contributing different antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties — a more comprehensive approach than the single Neem extract most products include.
• Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract — Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory support that complements the Heartleaf's calming action and the Neem's antimicrobial work for a genuinely skin-supportive cleanse.
• Tocopherol (Vitamin E) + Red Algae Extract — Antioxidant protection and skin-conditioning support that keeps the formula nourishing rather than stripping, even with thorough cleansing action.

Pro tips and pairings

The most important rule: dry hands and dry face only before applying the ANUA Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil — water introduced too early prevents the pore-dissolving oils from doing their work. Take the full 60 seconds of massage before adding water; when you do add water and the oil turns milky, continue massaging another 15–20 seconds before rinsing so the emulsified debris fully suspends before you rinse it away. Follow immediately with the ANUA Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam for a complete double cleanse. For the full ANUA Heartleaf pore-care routine: this oil cleanser → Heartleaf Quercetinol Foam → ANUA Heartleaf 77% Soothing Mask on reactive days → treatment serum → moisturizer. Explore more from ANUA: Shop ANUA

About ANUA

ANUA is a South Korean skincare brand built on the belief that healthy skin comes from supporting the skin's natural balance through pure, organic ingredients, minimal irritation, and formulas that work with the skin rather than against it. Every ANUA formula prioritizes ingredient efficacy, environmental sustainability, and skin compatibility. 100% made in Korea.