soothing

Heartleaf (Houttuynia Cordata)

어성초 · 魚腥草

Also known as: Houttuynia Cordata, Eodoksae

What it actually does

A gentle herbal extract that cools down heated, reactive skin and helps balance oil around breakouts.

Use as a toner, essence or serum morning and night, especially when skin feels hot, itchy or reactive.

The science, in plain English

A traditional Korean herb (eodoksae) rich in quercetin — studied for calming visible redness and supporting the barrier.

Myth vs reality

Being "gentle" does not mean weak — heartleaf works best used consistently across weeks, not once.

Pairs well with

Don't layer with