Aestura vs Anua — side by side, no bias.
Our pick
Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner
9/10 · Anua
| A-Cica 365 Hydrating Relief Toner | Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner | |
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| Brand | Aestura | Anua |
| Category | toner | toner |
| Editor Rating | 8.6/10 | 9/10 ★ |
| Category | toner | toner |
| Texture | Watery hydrating liquid | Watery, lightweight, almost like water |
| Finish | Plush, balanced finish | hydrated, calm |
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| Verdict | Aestura's answer to the AtoBarrier dynasty — a daily-driver cica toner with 3% PHA that exfoliates so gently you forget it's an acid. | The toner that turned Anua into a K-beauty sensation, and it deserves the attention. At 77% heartleaf extract, this is essentially a soothing treatment disguised as a toner. It calms redness and irritation noticeably, layers beautifully under actives, and does it all at a price that makes repeat purchasing painless. Not a hydration powerhouse — think calming first, moisturizing second. For reactive, acne-prone skin, this is one of the best toners available at any price. |
