Anua vs Biodance — side by side, no bias.
Our pick
Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad
8.8/10 · Anua
| Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad | Skin Refining Mild PHA Toner | |
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| Brand | Anua | Biodance |
| Category | exfoliant | exfoliant |
| Editor Rating | 8.8/10 ★ | 8.3/10 |
| Category | exfoliant | exfoliant |
| Texture | Dual-sided embossed + smooth cotton pads (70 pads) | Watery exfoliating toner |
| Finish | Pore-refined, calmed | Smooth, bright, non-irritated |
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| Verdict | Anua's cult-status toner pad in its most functional format: 70 dual-sided cotton pads pre-soaked in a 77% heartleaf + PHA + madecassoside + niacinamide formula. The embossed side physically exfoliates and unclogs pores; the smooth side calms and hydrates. The single most efficient way to add exfoliation and calming to a routine in one swipe. Olive Young consistent bestseller. | The gentlest chemical exfoliant you'll find — 8% PHA (gluconolactone) buffs away dead skin cells without the sting, redness, or purging that AHA and BHA are known for. PHA molecules are larger than AHA, so they work on the surface without penetrating deep enough to cause irritation, while still attracting moisture (PHA is a humectant). Biodance layers this with their signature six-ceramide complex and chlorella extract, turning what could be a one-note exfoliant into a barrier-supporting treatment toner. Perfect for sensitive skin that needs texture refinement but can't tolerate glycolic or salicylic acid. |
