Anua 8 Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Gentle Foaming Cleanser 150ml

Anua 8 Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Gentle Foaming Cleanser is a next-generation cream-to-foam daily cleanser from Anua — Anua’s answer to one of the most common complaints about foaming face washes: the tight, stripped, dehydrated feeling they leave behind. This cleanser was formulated with the understanding that daily cleansing should not come at the cost of the skin’s moisture balance, and built its entire active system around maintaining and even increasing hydration levels throughout and after the cleansing process. Clinically, it has demonstrated a 107% increase in skin hydration immediately after use compared to before use, with 72.95% moisture retention maintained 48 hours post-cleanse — and an 89.07% improvement in sunscreen removal efficacy in a single use. The cream-like formula transforms into a soft, dense foam on contact with water, cleanses thoroughly and gently, and rinses clean without residue, leaving skin feeling refreshed, soft, and genuinely hydrated rather than tight or uncomfortable. Fragrance-free, hypoallergenic, and tested for non-irritation on sensitive skin. Suitable for all skin types, especially dry, dehydrated, combination, and sensitive skin. Made in South Korea.

The formula’s defining feature is its 8-type Hyaluronic Acid complex — a layered system of eight distinct forms of hyaluronic acid, each with a different molecular weight and skin-interaction mechanism, designed to deliver comprehensive multi-depth hydration that no single form of hyaluronic acid alone could provide. Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate is a cationic (positively charged) derivative of hyaluronic acid that binds strongly to the negatively charged surface of skin, forming a moisturising film that resists rinsing and provides substantive, wash-off-resistant hydration — making it the most effective form of hyaluronic acid to include in a cleanser. Sodium Hyaluronate is the most commonly used standard form of HA — a humectant that attracts and holds up to 1,000 times its own weight in water on the skin surface. Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a lower molecular weight achieved through enzymatic hydrolysis, allowing it to penetrate more readily into the upper layers of the stratum corneum for deeper hydration. Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate (also known as Hyaluronan Acetylate) is a lipophilic-modified form of HA with improved skin retention and longer-lasting moisture delivery. Hyaluronic Acid (free acid form) provides direct, potent humectancy. Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate is further processed for enhanced skin penetration depth. Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer is a cross-linked, larger-molecular form of HA that sits on the skin surface and forms a durable, film-like moisture-sealing layer. Potassium Hyaluronate is the potassium salt form, contributing additional electrolyte balance and surface hydration. Together these eight forms work at different depths and with different retention times to create a sustained, multi-layer hydration effect that persists meaningfully after rinsing. Glycerin is the formula’s primary humectant base — present in high concentration and clinically one of the most effective humectants available, drawing moisture into all layers of the skin and forming a protective surface reservoir of hydration. Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5) soothes, heals, and moisture-conditions the skin, reinforcing the barrier function and relieving the dryness or irritation that can accompany regular cleansing. Zinc PCA is a zinc-proline salt that effectively regulates sebum secretion to maintain the skin’s water-oil balance — reducing excess shine in oilier skin zones while simultaneously reducing redness and supporting skin’s natural anti-bacterial defences; it is included here to ensure the cleanser remains effective for combination and oily skin types without compromising its hydrating properties. Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein delivers amino acid precursors that support skin elasticity, barrier repair, and texture refinement — helping skin feel smoother and more resilient over time with regular use. Betaine is a naturally derived sugar beet humectant and osmoprotectant that provides additional hydration, skin-soothing properties, and contributes to the formula’s comfortable, non-sticky skin feel. The surfactant cleansing system is built on four mild, amino acid-derived and sugar-based surfactants — Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Coco-Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, and Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate — each selected for their exceptional gentleness, mildness profile, and ability to generate soft, creamy foam without over-stripping or disrupting the skin’s natural lipid barrier. Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract adds natural saponin-based cleansing support and mild antimicrobial properties. Polyquaternium-67 is a film-forming conditioning polymer that leaves skin feeling smooth and soft after rinsing. Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate contributes the formula’s cream-like base texture. Sodium Phytate is an antioxidant chelating agent that stabilises the formula against mineral ion degradation. Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a rheology modifier that controls the formula’s texture and stability.

• 8-type Hyaluronic Acid complex — 8 different molecular weights of HA working at multiple skin depths for comprehensive multi-layer hydration that persists after rinsing
• Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate — cationic HA derivative with wash-off-resistant skin binding for sustained post-cleanse moisture
• Glycerin — high-concentration primary humectant for deep, effective moisture retention throughout all skin layers
• Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5) — soothes, heals, and reinforces the skin barrier for a comfortable, non-tight post-cleanse feel
• Zinc PCA — sebum-regulating and redness-reducing active that balances oil production without drying the skin
• Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein — amino acid-rich active supporting skin elasticity, barrier repair, and texture refinement
• 4-surfactant mild cleansing base (amino acid-derived + sugar-based) — soft, dense cream-to-foam that cleanses thoroughly without stripping
• Clinically proven: 107% hydration increase immediately after use | 72.95% moisture retention after 48 hours | 89.07% sunscreen removal efficacy
• Fragrance-free | Hypoallergenic | Non-irritation tested on sensitive skin | No harsh alcohols | No sulfates | No parabens
• Suitable for all skin types including dry, dehydrated, and sensitive skin | Made in South Korea | 150ml

How To Use: Dispense an adequate amount of cleanser into wet hands and work into a creamy foam. Gently massage the foam onto your face in circular motions. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat skin dry. Can be used as a standalone daily cleanser morning and evening, or as the second (water-based) step in a double-cleansing routine following a cleansing oil. Follow with toner, serum, and moisturiser. For external use only. Avoid direct contact with eyes. If product contacts eyes, rinse thoroughly with water. Keep out of reach of children.