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Heartleaf

Suitable Skin Types

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Normal Skin


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Dry Skin


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Oily & Acne Skin


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Combination Skin


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Sensitive Skin


Mary & May Sensitive Soothing Gel Cream for calming sensitive skin, shown with hand applying product.

Highlights of Heartleaf

  • Anti-inflammatory properties reduce redness and soothes irritation
  • Antibacterial and antifungal, preventing and treating acne
  • Packed with antioxidants
  • Wound and skin repair capabilities
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What is Heartleaf?

Houttuynia cordata, a plant native to Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia with distinctive heart-shaped leaves, has a long history of traditional medicinal use.1 In recent years, it’s gained popularity in K-Beauty for its potential benefits, particularly for oily and acne-prone skin. A natural and gentle ingredient that can be easily incorporated into any skincare routine.

What can Heartleaf do for your skin?

Antibacterial – possessing antibacterial and antifungal properties, it can help combat acne causing bacteria and fungal infections on the skin.2

Anti-inflammatory – clinically proven to contain anti-inflammatory qualities, it contains flavonoids and polysaccharides which can soothe red and irritated skin.3

Antioxidants – packed with antioxidants such as polyphenols and flavonoids (quercetin), they can combat free radicals that contribute to the signs of ageing and protect against oxidative stress.2

Can you use Heartleaf when you’re pregnant?

While heartleaf is generally considered safe for topical application, there’s very limited research on its use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Therefore, exercising caution is advisable for expecting or lactating individuals, especially in high concentrations. If you have any concerns about incorporating heartleaf into your routine while pregnant or breastfeeding, it’s always best to consult your healthcare provider. They can offer personalised advice based on your unique health situation.
Benton Heartleaf 80 Skin Toner Pad, Toner, and Cream on mint background.

How do you use Heartleaf?

The many advantages of heartleaf explains why they are found in numerous skincare products like cleansers, toners, serums, essences, creams, and masks. While particularly appealing for those with sensitive skin due to its potential to calm redness and irritation, its gentle nature might also benefit oily and acne-prone skin. Remember, even though generally well-tolerated, a patch test is always recommended before introducing any new product, including those containing heartleaf extract, to identify any potential sensitivities.

Heartleaf plays well with others. It pairs beautifully with a variety of actives, including vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, AHAs, BHAs, centella asiatica, niacinamide, and green tea extract.

Struggling with oily, acne-prone skin? Noste’s Sebo Control Soothing Toner tackles redness and controls shine with its sebum-regulating formula. Benton’s Heartleaf 80 Skin Toner Pad gently cleanse and balance your skin, unclogging pores. Follow up with Benton’s Heartleaf Cream for soothing calmness. Sensitive skin? Mary & May’s Sensitive Soothing Gel Blemish Cream provides lightweight hydration without the shine, keeping your complexion comfortable and clear.

Sources

SOURCES

1 Rafiq, S., Hao, H., Ijaz, M., & Raza, A. (2022). Pharmacological Effects of Houttuynia cordata Thunb (H. cordata): A Comprehensive Review. Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland), 15(9), 1079. Link

2 Phosri, Santi & Kiattisin, Kanokwan & Intharuksa, Aekkhaluck & Janon, Raveeporn & Nongkhai, Tanat & Theansungnoen, Tinnakorn. (2022). Anti-Aging, Anti-Acne, and Cytotoxic Activities of Houttuynia cordata Extracts and Phytochemicals Analysis by LC-MS/MS. Cosmetics.Link

3 Lee, H. J., Seo, H., Kim, G., Jeon, C. Y., Park, J. H., Jang, B., Park, S., Shin, Y., Ko, S.”Houttuynia cordata Thunb inhibits the production of pro‑inflammatory cytokines through inhibition of the NFκB signaling pathway in HMC‑1 human mast cells”. Molecular Medicine Reports 8, no. 3 (2013): 731-736. Link
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