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Cleansers

Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil

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Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil

Product photo from the Olive Young Korea listing (아누아 어성초 포어 컨트롤 클렌징오일 200ml 2입).

Why it's on the Korean shelf

The first step of the Korean double cleanse. Emulsifies quickly and rinses without film. Went global through TikTok but it has been a Korean best-seller for years.

Who it's for

Anyone who wears sunscreen or makeup daily (so, everyone).

Honest note

Use on dry skin, massage 60 seconds, then add water to emulsify before rinsing.

Price check

WherePrice
Olive Young Korea shelf (promo, KRW)₩25,900 ≈ $18.91
Typical US street price$18–28

KRW converted at ~₩1,350/USD. Korean promo bundles often include 2 units.

Also carried by Olive Young Global (Korean bundles, does not ship to the US) and Olive Young US. We earn nothing on these two — they are listed because they are sometimes the better buy.

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