Is Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner Safe During Pregnancy? #

Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner is one of the most viral calming toners right now. In our MamaSkin product database it scores 99 with a no known risks band, which makes it a safe choice for most pregnant users. The main advice is to keep the rest of your routine simple and avoid stacking strong actives.

Quick verdict #

• Safety score: 99
• Risk band: No known risks
• Best for: red, reactive, or tight skin that needs light hydration

Why people love it #

This toner is popular because it feels weightless and soothing. It layers well under moisturiser and pairs with actives like azelaic acid or vitamin C without stinging.

How to use it safely #

• Apply to clean skin with hands or a cotton pad.
• Use once daily at first, then build to morning and night.
• If your skin is sensitised, use it as your only active that day.

Safe pairings from our Anua data (brand - name - safety score) #

• Anua 8 Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Gentle Foaming Cleanser (score 99) - gentle daily cleanse.
• Anua Birch Moisture Boosting Toner (score 99) - extra hydration if you like layering.
• Anua Heartleaf 70% Daily Relief Lotion (score 99) - soothing moisturiser.
• Anua Heartleaf 70 Intense Calming Cream (score 99) - richer barrier support.
• Anua 8 Hyaluronic Acid Catechin Calming Pad (score 99) - gentle pad option.
• Anua Airy Sun Cream SPF50 PA++++ (score 76) - light daily SPF.

Products to avoid from the same brand #

• Anua Nano Retinol 0.3% + Niacin Renewing Serum (score 26, high risk).
• Anua Retinol 0.1 Caffeine Revitalizing Eye Cream (score 26, high risk).
• Anua Azelaic Acid 3 Cica Skin Clarifying Toner (score 26, high risk).

Ingredient watchlist from our library #

• Retinol (high risk): avoid during pregnancy.
• Salicylic acid (low risk): ok in low concentrations, avoid high dose peels.
• Fragrance (low risk): not a pregnancy concern, but can irritate sensitive skin.

Routine idea #

• AM: Gentle cleanser -> Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner -> Daily Relief Lotion -> mineral SPF.
• PM: Gentle cleanser -> Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner -> Intense Calming Cream.

FAQs #

• Is it safe for acne prone skin? Yes, it is low risk and soothing.
• Can I use it with vitamin C? Yes, it layers well under gentle vitamin C serums.
• Is it ok for sensitive skin? Yes, start with once a day and patch test if very reactive.

References #

• ACOG on skin changes in pregnancy: https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/skin-conditions-during-pregnancy
• DermNet NZ on skin changes in pregnancy: https://dermnetnz.org/topics/skin-changes-in-pregnancy
• DermNet NZ on azelaic acid: https://dermnetnz.org/topics/azelaic-acid

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