I’ve been seeing the Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil hyped up everywhere lately, so obviously, I had to try it. Honestly? It’s good — like actually good.

From the first pump, it feels light, almost watery, but somehow still rich enough to melt away sunscreen and a full face of makeup without struggling. And the best part? It rinses off clean. No gross film left behind, no heavy residue that makes you want to grab a second cleanser immediately (though, let’s be real, I still double cleanse because habit).

At first, I didn’t expect much for pores. A lot of cleansing oils claim to clear pores but barely do anything. But after a few weeks? My skin definitely looked clearer. I attached before/after pics because, honestly, even I was surprised. It’s not Photoshop-level pore erasure, but the congestion around my nose and chin visibly calmed down.

It’s probably the heartleaf extract doing its thing — it’s known for soothing skin and helping with oil control. Bonus: there’s no heavy fragrance, no irritation, no weird stinging. Just smooth, easy cleansing.

If you’re hoping it’ll yank out deep blackheads in one go, manage expectations. It’s gentle. It prevents buildup better than it aggressively removes what’s already there. And if you’ve got sensitive, combo, or oily skin, you’re going to vibe with it.

One tiny complaint? The pump could be smoother. Super minor, but worth mentioning.

Final take: if you want a cleansing oil that actually respects your skin barrier while keeping your pores in check, Anua did a solid job with this one.

Would I repurchase? Honestly, yeah.