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Soothing / Anti-Inflammatory

Heartleaf

Often labeled as: Houttuynia Cordata

The Korean staple for immediate cooling and soothing.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A flavonoid-rich botanical extract renowned in K-Beauty for its ability to rapidly lower skin temperature and reduce inflammation.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Calms heated skin, reduces acne redness, and provides antioxidant support.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Perfect as a daily toner to prep reactive skin before active serums.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It replaces acne medication.

The Science

It soothes the redness of acne, but it is not a primary antibacterial treatment.