From Centella to Heartleaf: Choosing Korean Calming Ampoules by Ingredient List and Retailer

In Korean cosmetics, "calming" ampoules generally fall into two main categories: Centella asiatica (tiger grass) based products and Heartleaf (Houttuynia cordata) based products. For calming redness and blemishes, products formulated with Centella asiatica extract and allantoin tend to be recommended more often at retail, while for soothing skin after long travel or UV exposure, products formulated with Houttuynia cordata extract and panthenol are more commonly suggested. The full ingredient lists and prices for the four products below were checked directly on primary sales pages, including each brand's official mall, Olive Young, and Danawa, and no product explicitly listing beta-glucan as a main ingredient was found within the scope of this survey.

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule

SKIN1004's (SKIN1004) Madagascar Centella Ampoule is sold on the brand's official mall at $9.50 for 30ml, $13.50 for 55ml, and $17.60 for 100ml (confirmed 2026-09-08, skin1004.com product page). The full ingredient list is relatively simple, consisting of seven ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cellulose Gum, and Ethylhexylglycerin. The brand states it suits all skin types but is especially suited to dry, sensitive skin. The texture is watery and spreads smoothly, leaving hydration behind without stickiness; the recommended use is to apply an appropriate amount and gently pat it in for absorption. Domestic (Korean) sales channels and won-denominated prices by volume were not confirmed in this survey, so only the official mall's international shipping prices are listed here.

COSRX Centella Blemish Ampoule

The COSRX Centella Blemish Ampoule (20ml) has an all-time low price of KRW 11,750 on Danawa price comparison, with recent lowest prices hovering around KRW 12,980 (Danawa, confirmed 2026-09-09). The full ingredient list is built on a base of over 84% Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, combined with Centella Asiatica Extract, Allantoin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Betaine, and PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, and it is marketed for suppressing excess sebum while calming recurring blemishes. In Seoul, it can be purchased year-round at Olive Young stores nationwide (including Myeongdong) and on the COSRX official mall, and it is also available duty-free through the COSRX brand section at Shilla Duty Free.

Abib Heartleaf TECA Capsule Serum Calming Drop

The Abib Heartleaf TECA Capsule Serum Calming Drop (50ml) retails at Olive Young for KRW 32,000 (KRW 22,400 when discounted, confirmed 2026-09-09), and sells for $32.00 on Abib's US official mall (confirmed 2026-09-09, en.abib.com). The full ingredient list includes Houttuynia Cordata (Heartleaf) Extract along with a TECA Complex made up of Centella-derived Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, and Asiatic Acid, plus Niacinamide, Panthenol, and Allantoin, a formulation aimed at calming and refining skin texture at the same time. It is marketed for redness-prone, blemish-prone skin, and in Seoul it can be purchased at Olive Young stores and online, as well as on Musinsa, with Abib's overseas official mall supporting international shipping.

Manyo Factory Bifida Cica Herb Serum

The Manyo Factory Bifida Cica Herb Serum (50ml) retails at KRW 25,000 on the official mall (KRW 20,000 when discounted, confirmed 2026-09-09), and sells for KRW 18,400 on 11st (confirmed 2026-09-09). The full ingredient list centers on Centella Asiatica Extract at 4,240ppm and Bifida Ferment Lysate at 1,188ppm, combined with several herbal ingredients such as Lavender Oil, Coriander Extract, and Rosemary Leaf Extract, giving it a relatively higher proportion of herbal fragrance and fermented ingredients compared to other Centella-based calming lines. It is widely available at Olive Young stores, on Manyo Factory's official mall (manyo.co.kr), and through online channels such as 11st and Musinsa, making price comparison and repurchasing easy.

Ingredients, Prices, and Retailers at a Glance

If redness and blemishes are your main concern, COSRX or SKIN1004, both higher in Centella content, are a better match based on their ingredient lists. If your goal is calming skin texture after a long flight or UV exposure, Abib, which combines Houttuynia cordata with niacinamide, is a better match based on its ingredient list. If you want to save space while traveling, COSRX's small 20ml size is convenient, while Abib and Manyo Factory's 50ml sizes are better suited to using one bottle over a longer period. Domestic Korean prices can vary significantly depending on discount periods, so it's safer to check Olive Young app coupons or official mall sales again right before purchasing.

Reference: SKIN1004 official mall Madagascar Centella Ampoule product page

Reference: Danawa price comparison, COSRX Centella Blemish Ampoule 20ml

Reference: Hwahae, COSRX Centella Blemish Ampoule full ingredient list

Reference: Shilla Duty Free, COSRX brand section

Reference: Olive Young, Abib Heartleaf TECA Capsule Serum Calming Drop 50ml

Reference: Abib official mall (US), Heartleaf TECA Capsule Serum Calming Drop

Reference: INCIDecoder, Abib Heartleaf TECA Capsule Serum Calming Drop full ingredient list

Reference: Manyo Factory official mall, Bifida Cica Herb Serum 50ml

Reference: Danawa price comparison, Manyo Factory Bifida Cica Herb Serum 50ml

Reference: Hwahae, Manyo Factory Bifida Cica Herb Serum full ingredient list