soothing K-beauty hero

Heartleaf (Houttuynia) · 어성초

INCI: Houttuynia Cordata Extract

Also known as: Houttuynia · Fish Mint · 어성초 추출물 · 약모밀

Updated May 2026. Based on public cosmetic-science references (INCI Decoder, CosIng EU, EWG Skin Deep, Paula's Choice) plus Korean product catalog mapping. Editorial summary — not regulatory or medical advice.

What it is

Houttuynia cordata (Korean: 어성초) is a herbaceous plant used in K-beauty as a soothing and pore-care positioned extract. Cosmetic claims center on calming visible redness and supporting oily/acne-prone skin. It has become a hero ingredient for several Korean indie brands.

한국어 설명

어성초(약모밀)는 K-뷰티에서 진정·모공 케어 포지션의 식물 추출물로 자리잡았다. 가시적 홍조를 가라앉히고 지성·트러블 피부 케어에 흔히 사용된다. 한국 인디 브랜드 다수의 시그니처 성분이다.

Best for

  • redness
  • oily skin
  • acne-prone skin
  • sensitive skin

Pairs well with

  • Centella Asiatica
  • Mugwort
  • Niacinamide

Products with Heartleaf (Houttuynia) (175)

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External references

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Educational summary for skincare shoppers. Not medical advice. For pregnancy, treatment-related, or condition-specific decisions, consult a qualified clinician.