Anua 8 Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Gentle Gel Cleanser 150ml

Anua 8 Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Gentle Gel Cleanser: Hydrating Second Cleanse

Anua's 8 Hyaluronic Acid Gel Cleanser is built around eight different hyaluronic acid molecular weights combined in a gel-based cleansing formula. This is a second-cleanse product designed to remove residue after an oil cleanse without stripping the skin. At $22.88 for 150ml, this is fairly priced for a functional hydrating cleanser from a brand that's become one of the most respected K-beauty labels globally.

Anua has a distinctive positioning in K-beauty: derm-adjacent formulations at mid-tier pricing, with a focus on ingredient transparency. The 8 HA cleanser is a direct response to the common problem of second-cleanse drying. Most foam and gel cleansers leave skin tight, which triggers unnecessary oil rebound. By loading the cleanser with multi-weight HA plus hydrating polyols, Anua delivers a cleanse that leaves skin soft and hydrated rather than squeaky clean.

What It Does

Gentle non-sulfate surfactants remove water-soluble debris, sweat, and residue from oil cleansing. Eight molecular weights of hyaluronic acid deposit on skin during the cleanse, providing hydration that persists after rinsing. Panthenol supports barrier function. Glycerin adds humectant hydration. The texture is a clear gel that lathers to a mild foam, not dense like a foam cleanser. Post-cleanse skin feels soft and slightly hydrated, not tight.

Who It's For

• Dehydrated skin types: Primary target. Cleansing without stripping.
• Double-cleansers: Ideal second cleanse after an oil cleanser.
• Sensitive skin: Mild formulation, fragrance-minimal, pH-matched.
• Morning-only users: Strong enough for single-cleanse AM routine.
• Hyaluronic acid layering routines: Extends HA content into the cleansing step.

Key Specs

• Volume: 150ml
• Price: $22.88
• Hero actives: 8 molecular weights of hyaluronic acid, panthenol, glycerin
• Texture: clear gel, mild foam
• pH: approximately 5.5
• Fragrance: very mild

How to Use

Dispense a dime-sized amount into wet palms, lather briefly, and massage onto damp face for 30 to 60 seconds. Rinse with lukewarm water. Use AM (single cleanse) or PM (as second cleanse after oil cleansing). 150ml lasts 2 to 3 months with twice-daily use.

FAQ

Is it strong enough for a single-cleanse morning?

Yes for sensitive or dry skin. For users with very oily skin who sweat overnight, the gentle formulation may feel under-powered. Double-cleansing is more common in Korean routines regardless of the cleanser strength.

How does it compare to Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Cleansing Oil plus foam?

Different types. BoJ is an oil cleanser (first cleanse). Anua 8 HA is a gel cleanser (second cleanse). They're complementary, not competing. Use BoJ to remove sunscreen and makeup, then Anua to clean up residue.

Will multiple HA weights actually make a difference?

In a rinse-off product, the benefit is marginal but real. Some HA deposits on skin during the cleanse, providing residual hydration. The main benefit here is non-stripping cleansing, which is what HA-loaded cleansers genuinely deliver.

Safe for acne-prone skin?

Yes. The formulation is non-comedogenic, and gentle cleansing actually supports acne-prone skin better than aggressive cleansers (which trigger oil rebound).

Does it remove sunscreen?

Not reliably on its own. Chemical sunscreens especially require an oil cleanser to fully dissolve. Use this as the second step after an oil cleanse for proper sunscreen removal.

Related Products

Pair with any Anua oil cleanser as the first step, or use TOCOBO Calamine Cleansing Oil for pore-focused routines. Browse the full Anua collection or related: Korean cleansers, hyaluronic acid products.