Heartleaf (Houttuynia Cordata) Skincare for Oily, Blemish-Prone Skin
Heartleaf, or eoseongcho in Korean, is a calming botanical used for oily and blemish-prone skin. Here is how it works and how to use it.
What heartleaf is
Houttuynia cordata is a heart-shaped leafy plant common in East Asia. Korean skincare uses its extract, called eoseongcho, in toners, pads and spot products.
Why it's popular
Heartleaf is used to calm the look of redness and keep oily skin feeling balanced. It is gentle enough for daily toners.
Building a blemish routine
Use a heartleaf toner after cleansing, a light moisturizer, and a hydrocolloid patch on individual spots overnight. See our pimple patch guide.
Frequently asked questions
Does heartleaf smell?
The raw plant has a fishy smell; finished products are usually mild.
Can I use heartleaf with salicylic acid?
Yes, but introduce one new product at a time.
This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Products sold by KAREMEDI are cosmetics and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.