ANUA Heartleaf 70% Intense Calming Cream 50ml

ANUA Heartleaf 70% Intense Calming Cream 50ml is the richer end of the brand's Heartleaf line, built around Houttuynia Cordata extract, ceramide NP and panthenol for skin that needs more than a lightweight ampoule provides. The thick, cushioned texture absorbs fully despite its richness, a detail many reviewers specifically call out after using it as a recovery step following retinol or other stronger actives.

Why You'll Love It

• A genuinely rich, cushioned texture that still absorbs without a greasy residue
• Ceramide NP and panthenol support the skin's barrier alongside the calming heartleaf base
• Cholesterol and hydrogenated lecithin round out a barrier-focused ingredient trio
• Popular as a recovery step for skin feeling irritated after retinol or other actives
• Fragrance-free formula suited to acne-prone, dry or dehydrated skin

Key Ingredients

• Houttuynia Cordata Extract soothes irritation and helps the skin retain hydration
• Ceramide NP supports the skin's barrier, helping it hold onto moisture
• Panthenol provides deep hydration alongside the calming and barrier-focused actives

Full Ingredients (INCI)

Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Cyclohexasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dicaprylyl Ether, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Hydrogenated Polydecene, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Vegetable Oil, Panthenol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Dipropylene Glycol, Behenyl Alcohol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Cetearyl Glucoside, Cholesterol, Xanthan Gum, Adenosine, Ceramide NP, Glucose, Water, Ethylhexylglycerin.

How to Use

Use after a serum or ampoule, both morning and night. Apply over the face and neck with fingertips or a small spatula. Follow with sunscreen in the morning routine, and consider multiple thin layers during winter for extra comfort.

Suitable For

Dry, dehydrated or reactive skin, and anyone using stronger actives elsewhere in their routine who needs a barrier-supporting step to follow.

About Anua

Anua is a Korean skincare brand built around the idea that healthy skin depends on more than products alone, pairing pure, organic ingredients with a simple, sustainable approach to packaging. The Heartleaf 70% Intense Calming Cream sits at the richer end of the brand's Heartleaf range. Browse the full Anua collection for the lighter Heartleaf ampoule and toner.

FAQ

Q: Will this cream feel too heavy for daily use?
Ans: It has a thick, cushioned texture, but it's built to absorb fully rather than sit heavy, so it suits daily use for dry or dehydrated skin.

Q: Can I use this after retinol?
Ans: Many people use it specifically as a recovery step after retinol or other stronger actives, thanks to its ceramide and panthenol content.

Q: Should I apply this with a spatula or my fingers?
Ans: Either works, whichever you find more comfortable and hygienic for daily use.

Q: Do I still need sunscreen after this cream?
Ans: Yes, follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen as part of your morning routine.