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| Abib Heartleaf Spot Pads |
(I accidentally pressed the "add Google links" and couldn't undo it... so now I'm left with a whole post full of Google links π apologies for the messy-looking post! π)
The Korean brand Abib isn’t new to me — I’ve used their sheet masks before and liked them. They didn’t exactly wow me… but this product definitely did.
I found these Heartleaf Spot Pads at Costco and picked them up without much expectation. I’ve heard of them, I’ve used heartleaf products before, and I just wanted something moisturizing. But these pads didn’t just meet expectations — they completely surpassed them.
Within one to two uses, they healed my broken skin and calmed irritation. Within three to four days, my skin barrier was fully restored. I wasn’t expecting that level of recovery at all.
π Why Heartleaf (Houttuynia Cordata) Is So Popular in Korean Skincare
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Soothes irritation + redness: Heartleaf is known for calming sensitive, inflamed skin — perfect for breakouts or reaction-prone skin.
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Strengthens the skin barrier: It reduces excess oil, balances the skin, and helps repair weakened areas.
No wonder this product works so well on compromised skin.
π§♀️Benefits of Spot Pads in Skincare
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| drenched in serum :) |
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Boost absorption: They cleanse remaining residue so the rest of your skincare sinks in better.
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Targeted care: You can leave them on areas that need extra hydration, calming, or barrier repair.
These pads do both extremely well.
First Impressions
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| It quickly became one of my favourite products! |
- The cotton pads are thicker and smaller than expected
- The scent is interesting — not good, not bad… a mix of acidic + leafy
- They said use "tweezers" but no tweezers were provided
- There is a harsh and a fine side, the harsh side is too harsh for me, but the fine side is perfect for mild exfoliating (no issues on sensitive skin)
- My skin drank the essence instantly
- Slight sting on broken or compromised skin
- Heals broken skin and barrier issues surprisingly fast
- Thoroughly cleanses without irritation
- Removes stubborn oil + debris my cleanser can’t get
- Skin felt soft, smooth, and refreshed the next morning
On day one, the pads stung slightly on damaged skin, but they also healed it almost instantly. That’s when I knew this was something special.
Before going further: This product healed my skin barrier. And very few products can make me say that with confidence.
My Experience
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| gunk: grease, oil, dirt and debris from my face π± |
This product didn't just hydrate — it changed my skin.
Even after cleansing, these pads always manage to remove leftover oil, dirt, or debris. My skin ends up perfectly prepped to absorb whatever comes next. After two months of consistent use, my skin feels noticeably stronger, smoother, and healthier. That soft, silky feeling didn’t exist two months ago.
My skin had been irritated and sensitive (I’m pretty sure environmental buildup wasn’t helping), but now? It feels resilient. Balanced. Calm. Hydrated from within.
Honestly… this has become a product I can’t imagine not having anymore.
⭐ Final Thoughts
The Abib Heartleaf Spot Pads have officially earned a permanent spot in my routine. What started as an impulse Costco buy turned into one of the most effective skin-repairing products I’ve tried in years. If your skin barrier is struggling, your skin is easily irritated, or you just want a product that cleanses and heals at the same time — this is absolutely worth trying.
I didn’t expect to love it this much, but here we are. This is a keeper. π
Score: 9.9/10 (that's high!)
Website: https://en.abib.com/products/calming-touch
