ANUA 아누아 · Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam 어성초 퀘르세티놀 포어 딥 클렌징 폼 · 150 ml · US Formula
Squeaky-clean pores, zero tight-face regret.The creamy heartleaf foam that cleans like a BHA wash and rinses like a hydrator.
Anua Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam whips 33% heartleaf water, mild amino-acid cleansers, betaine salicylate and eight forms of hyaluronic acid into a dense, cushiony lather that lifts oil, sunscreen and grime from pores without stripping. It is the second step in Anua's famous double cleanse, a 4.4-star Ulta Beauty favorite across 737 ratings — and 100% authentic at MIMOMART.
Deep pore cleanGentle BHANo tight finishDouble-cleanse step 2
It cleans deep without the squeak. Glycinate and glutamate cleansers plus a whisper of BHA lift oil and buildup, while 33% heartleaf water and eight hyaluronic acids keep skin feeling soft after the rinse.
Real people back it. 4.4 stars across 737 Ulta Beauty ratings with 95% who would recommend it, and 4.6 stars across 420 reviews on Anua's US site.
It completes the viral double cleanse. Built to follow Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil, the brand's TikTok breakout, as the water-based second step.
The Receipts
Anua Quercetinol Cleansing Foam ratings: the numbers behind the lather
4.4★across 737 Ulta Beauty ratings
95%of Ulta reviewers would recommend it
4.6★across 420 reviews on Anua's US site
33%heartleaf water as ingredient #1 (US label)
Ratings as listed by authorized US retailers and the Anua US website, updated October 27, 2026. Heartleaf percentage from the US ingredient label. Individual results vary.
Know Before You Buy
What Anua Quercetinol Cleansing Foam reviews reveal that the label won't tell you
What we found in 737 Ulta reviews and the fine print
513 five-star, 46 one-star. Most people love it, but the one-star group is bigger than the two- and three-star groups combined. When it doesn't suit someone, they notice fast.
Patch test first. The critical reviews talk about new breakouts and irritation, not dryness. Try it on your jawline for a few days before going all in.
"Fragrance-free" has a footnote. Ulta lists it as fragrance-free, but the US formula has a small amount of eucalyptus leaf oil, so you may notice a faint herbal note.
Soft, not squeaky. It's a dense, creamy foam. If you like a stripped "clean" feel, this isn't that.
A little goes a long way. A pea-size amount lathers well with water. The 150 ml tube lasts.
Not a makeup remover. It's a second cleanse. Take off makeup and sunscreen with an oil or balm first.
Why It Went Viral
How Anua Quercetinol Cleansing Foam went from sidekick to bestseller
Anua built its name on heartleaf — the herb Koreans call 어성초 — and on one ritual: oil first, foam second. When the Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil blew up on TikTok, people needed the water-based partner that finishes the job, and this creamy BHA foam was it. By the time Anua reached every Ulta Beauty store in early 2025, the Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam was named among the brand's bestsellers.
The hook is the feel. Reviewers keep describing the same thing: a thick, cushiony foam, a real "clean" on oily zones, and none of the tight, papery after-feel that makes you rush for moisturizer. That combination — pore-focused cleansing with a soft finish — is exactly what an oily or combination face wants from a Korean cleanser.
2019 · Seoul
Anua launches under brand builder The Founders, with heartleaf as its signature ingredient.
December 2022 · Amazon US
Anua enters the US market through Amazon.
July 2023 · Prime Day
Anua reports a 537% jump in Prime Day sales.
2024 · Amazon
Anua wins an Amazon Top Brand award as North American sales soar.
December 2024 – February 2025 · Ulta Beauty
Anua lands on Ulta.com, then in all 1,400 Ulta stores, with this cleansing foam among its listed bestsellers and 2.4 billion TikTok views across brand content.
2025 · Global
Anua opens official Amazon stores in the UK, UAE, Germany and Australia.
One Tube, Two Modes
Anua heartleaf foaming cleanser, morning and night
Mode 1 · The double cleanse
Oil first + foam second
After a cleansing oil melts sunscreen and makeup, a pea-to-almond-size amount of foam sweeps away the oily residue and the day's grime from pores. Skin feels clean all the way down, not coated and not stripped.
PM · every night
Mode 2 · The solo wake-up wash
Quick lather + cool rinse
On its own, the foam handles overnight oil on the T-zone and leaves a fresh, hydrated canvas for toner and sunscreen. Oily skin often loves it twice a day; drier or reactive skin may prefer water-only mornings.
AM · as your skin likes
The Formula Philosophy
Why a creamy BHA foam beats a squeaky basic face wash
Gentle cleansers do the heavy lifting. Sodium cocoyl glycinate and sodium lauroyl glutamate are amino-acid surfactants known for a softer feel than classic sulfates, backed by mild coco- and decyl glucoside.
Heartleaf replaces plain water. Houttuynia cordata water sits first at 33%, with heartleaf powder added, so the base itself is a soothing botanical rather than filler.
A light exfoliating touch. Betaine salicylate and capryloyl salicylic acid are salicylic-acid relatives that help loosen the oil and buildup that make pores look bigger — at a strength suited to a rinse-off cleanser.
Hydration rides along. Eight forms of hyaluronic acid, glycerin and butylene glycol help skin feel soft and comfortable after rinsing.
Hectorite clay adds cushion. It thickens the foam into that dense, creamy texture reviewers rave about and helps absorb surface oil.
Heartleaf water + heartleaf powderHouttuynia Cordata Flower/Leaf/Stem Water (33%), Houttuynia Cordata Powder (3,000 ppm)
Soothing base
Anua's signature herb (어성초) leads the formula. Heartleaf is a traditional Korean skincare botanical prized for a calm, comfortable skin feel, which is why it anchors a cleanser designed for daily use.
Anua's Ulta listing names "ANTI-SEBUM P," a complex of four plant-derived extracts to help reduce the look of excess oil; these four extracts sit together in the US ingredient list.
Hectorite is a soft clay that gives the foam body; gardenia extract and vitamin E round out the botanical care.
QuercetinQuercetin
Namesake
A plant antioxidant naturally found in heartleaf. It is listed last on the label — see the editor's note below.
Editor's note on "Quercetinol" and "0.5% BHA": Quercetinol™ is Anua's trademarked name for its heartleaf-based complex. Pure quercetin is the final ingredient on the US label (listed at 1 ppb on one US retailer listing), so the heartleaf water and powder — not quercetin alone — do most of the work. Anua's Ulta listing also cites "0.5% BHA"; the US formula's BHA comes from betaine salicylate and capryloyl salicylic acid rather than classic salicylic acid. And Anua's own brand-reported test numbers differ by listing (Ulta lists a 26.7% improvement in oil content after 4 weeks; Anua's US site lists different figures), so read any single number as brand-reported, not a guarantee.
How It Compares
Anua Quercetinol Cleansing Foam vs. SKIN1004 Centella Foam vs. a basic sulfate face wash
Comparison based on publicly listed US ingredients and product descriptions, October 2026.
Who It's For
Who Anua Quercetinol Cleansing Foam is for: made for you if your skin is…
Oily or shiny by midday
Combination with a congested T-zone
Prone to clogged-looking pores on the nose
Wearing daily sunscreen that needs a thorough second cleanse
Double cleansing with Anua's heartleaf cleansing oil
Tired of tight, squeaky after-wash feel
Into vegan, sulfate-free Korean skincare
Looking for a gentle BHA cleanser instead of a leave-on acid
Patch test first if: you are sensitive to salicylates or eucalyptus (Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil is in the formula and is an EU-listed fragrance allergen), you have rosacea or very reactive skin, or you already use strong leave-on exfoliants or prescription topicals. Try it on a small area for a few days before full-face use.
What People Actually Use It For
Anua Quercetinol Cleansing Foam hacks that made it a cult favorite
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The heartleaf double cleanse
Massage Anua's heartleaf cleansing oil on dry skin, emulsify, rinse, then follow with this foam. Reviewers say the pairing leaves skin clean without dryness.
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The 60-second nose focus
Spend an extra minute massaging lather over the nose and inner cheeks, where pores look most congested, before you rinse.
03
Sunscreen-day reset
Reviewers say the creamy foam takes off oil and leftover sunscreen well — handy after beach days or long outdoor commutes.
04
Post-gym rinse
Sweaty, oily skin after a workout gets a thorough clean without the tight feel of a harsh body-wash-style face wash.
What Reviewers Keep Saying
Anua Quercetinol Cleansing Foam reviews: the pulse
Top praise
Clean, not tight
The most repeated theme across Ulta, Anua US and Picky: a thick, creamy foam that removes oil and buildup while skin still feels soft and hydrated afterward.
Surprise favorite
Easy on the eyes
Several reviewers note it does not sting or redden their eyes during washing — unusual for a cleanser with BHA.
Honest critique
Not every face agrees
A minority report breakouts, dryness or irritation, and some prefer it only 3–4 times a week because of the BHA. Fix: patch test, start once a day, and skip it on nights you use strong leave-on acids.
Themes summarized from Ulta Beauty, Anua US, Picky and Skinsort reviews, October 2026. Headlines summarize common themes; they are not quotes from individual customers.
★★★★★
“This face was is so gentle on the skin, yet sooo effective at what it does. It leaves your skin clean, and hydrated.”
Genesis G. · Anua US verified buyer
★★★★★
“Who knew that combining the oil with this cleanser makes your face feel clean without dryness? I’m hooked.”
Jerry A. · Anua US verified buyer
Verbatim excerpts (original spelling kept) from public 5-star reviews on the Anua US website, collected October 10, 2026. Individual experiences; results vary.
How to Use
How to use Anua Quercetinol Cleansing Foam for the cleanest rinse
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Remove makeup and sunscreen firstAt night, start with a cleansing oil or balm, then rinse.
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Lather in your palmsSqueeze a pea-to-almond-size amount into wet hands, add a little water and work it into a dense foam.
3
Massage, don't scrubGlide the foam over your face in small circles for 30–60 seconds, focusing on the nose, chin and forehead.
4
Rinse with lukewarm waterRinse thoroughly, pat dry and follow right away with toner and moisturizer.
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Morning optionOily skin can use it AM and PM; drier or sensitive skin may prefer it at night only.
Pro tips from people who use it daily
Less is more. The foam is dense — a small amount covers the whole face, so the 150 ml tube lasts.
Mind the eye area. Reviewers find it gentle, but keep lather out of the eyes and rinse well.
Pace your acids. On nights you use a strong leave-on exfoliant or retinoid, consider a plainer cleanser.
Wear SPF by day. Any exfoliating routine pairs best with daily broad-spectrum sunscreen.
FAQ
Anua Quercetinol Cleansing Foam: your questions, answered
Is Anua Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam good for oily skin?
Yes — oily and combination skin is its sweet spot. The amino-acid cleansers and BHA duo lift excess oil and buildup from pores, while glycerin and hyaluronic acid keep the finish comfortable.
Is Anua's heartleaf cleansing foam good for sensitive skin?
Many reviewers with sensitive skin find it gentle, and Anua reports skin-irritation testing. It does contain BHA and eucalyptus leaf oil, so patch test first and start with once-daily use.
Anua Quercetinol foam vs. SKIN1004 Centella Ampoule Foam: which should I pick?
Choose Anua if your skin is oily or congested and you want a light exfoliating touch plus more hydrators. Choose SKIN1004 Centella Ampoule Foam if you want a simple soothing wash with no BHA.
Does Anua Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam contain salicylic acid?
The US formula uses betaine salicylate and capryloyl salicylic acid, two salicylic-acid relatives, rather than classic salicylic acid. Anua's Ulta listing describes this as 0.5% BHA.
Is the US Anua Quercetinol cleansing foam the same as the Korean version?
No. Public ingredient lists show the Korean version uses salicylic acid, ectoin and some different extracts, while the US formula uses betaine salicylate, capryloyl salicylic acid and hectorite. MIMOMART sells the US-market version with the ingredient list shown below.
How do I double cleanse with Anua cleansing oil and the Quercetinol foam?
Massage Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil onto dry skin, add water to emulsify and rinse. Then lather the Quercetinol foam with wet hands, massage for 30–60 seconds and rinse.
Is Anua's heartleaf BHA cleanser fungal-acne safe and fragrance-free?
Skinsort flags the US formula as free of common Malassezia triggers. It has no added "fragrance" or "parfum" line, but it does contain eucalyptus leaf oil, an EU-listed fragrance allergen.
Can I use this Anua foam cleanser every day, morning and night?
Anua's Ulta listing says it can be used every day, morning and night. If your skin feels dry or tingly, cut back to once a day or every other day.
What is the Korean name of Anua's heartleaf pore cleansing foam?
In Korea it is 아누아 어성초 퀘르세티놀 포어 딥 클렌징 폼. 어성초 (eoseongcho) means heartleaf, the brand's signature ingredient.
US ingredient deck verified against US retail listings, October 2026. Formulas can differ by country and change over time — the label on your bottle is the final word.
100% Authentic · US-Market ProductMIMOMART is a US distributor or buys directly from US distributors, so every product we sell is the US-market version with the ingredient list shown above. Our low price comes from a short supply chain — not gray-market, relabeled or overseas-reshipped stock. Your skin deserves the real thing, at the right price.
