Heartleaf 77 Clear Pad

Visibly smaller pores in two weeks - the Anti-Sebum P complex and PHA work together to reduce individual pore appearance by 51% and overall pore size by 49.8% in clinical testing.

Gentle enough for daily use on sensitive skin - 77% Heartleaf Extract calms irritation and supports the barrier while the PHA exfoliates, so skin is never compromised in the process.

Dual-texture design that does two jobs - embossed side clears dead skin cells and sebum, smooth side hydrates and preps - a complete toning and treatment step in a single pad.

Lightweight hydration that layers cleanly - watery toner formula absorbs without stickiness, making it an ideal base before serum, moisturizer, or morning makeup.

Heartleaf Extract 77%
What it does: The base of the formula rather than a supporting ingredient - 77% concentration of Heartleaf delivers meaningful calming and anti-inflammatory benefit rather than token-level inclusion. It actively reduces redness, supports skin barrier integrity, and creates the soothing environment that makes daily exfoliation with PHA comfortable for sensitive skin.
Why we chose it: Heartleaf at 77% is the reason this pad works where most exfoliating pads irritate - the concentration sets it apart from anything in the same category.

PHA - Polyhydroxy Acid
What it does: A gentle next-generation exfoliant that removes dead skin cells and smooths texture without penetrating as deeply as AHA or BHA - making it one of the most tolerated daily exfoliants available, particularly for sensitive or reactive skin. Works on the pad's embossed side to clear the surface congestion that makes pores appear larger.
Why we chose it: PHA is the right exfoliant choice for a daily-use pad - effective enough to deliver visible results, gentle enough not to compromise the barrier with regular use.

Anti-Sebum P Complex
What it does: A four-extract botanical blend that regulates excess sebum production and visibly tightens pore appearance - addressing the oil and congestion cycle that keeps pores enlarged over time. Works alongside PHA to clear pores from the inside while the complex manages the sebum that refills them.
Why we chose it: Pairing mechanical exfoliation with sebum regulation is a smart formulation decision - most pore pads do one or the other, this does both.

The ANUA Heartleaf 77 Clear Pad is one of those rare products that genuinely earns the word "daily" - the 77% Heartleaf base is what makes consistent exfoliation comfortable rather than compromising. We selected it because it addresses two of the most common skin concerns in our community (pores and sensitivity) in a single step, with clinical results that hold up and a format that fits easily into any routine. The dual-texture design is considered rather than gimmicky - both sides have a distinct purpose and both deliver.

Curation Score: 8.9 / 10
Ingredient Quality 9/10 - Brand Reputation 9/10 - Community Consensus 9/10 - Value for Money 9/10 - Versatility 9/10

Suitable for all skin types including sensitive and acne-prone.

The 77% Heartleaf base makes this one of the most gentle daily exfoliating pads available. Contains PHA (Gluconolactone) - a mild exfoliant well tolerated by reactive skin, though SPF use in the morning is recommended.

Fragrance-free and hypoallergenic. Can also be used as a targeted soothing mask by placing pads directly onto irritated areas.

1. After cleansing, take one pad and wipe the face using the embossed side - avoid eyes and lips
2. Flip to the smooth side and sweep gently across the face to hydrate and prep
3. Pat with fingertips to encourage full absorption
4. Follow with serum, moisturizer (and SPF in the morning) as usual
5. Use morning and evening for best results

Spot treatment tip: place pads directly on irritated or congested areas for 2-3 minutes as a quick calming mask

Pairs well with: a lightweight niacinamide or ceramide moisturizer to seal in hydration and support pore refinement