Korean Houttuynia Cordata (Eoseongcho) – 2.46 oz / 70g

The "Heartleaf" Herb for Scalp & Skin Soothing

Houttuynia Cordata, widely known in Korea as Eoseongcho (어성초) and globally as "Heartleaf," is a powerful herb revered for its exceptional soothing and purifying properties. Traditionally named "fishy-smell herb" due to the scent of its fresh leaves, our premium dried Eoseongcho has a much milder, earthy aroma. It is a staple ingredient in K-Beauty for calming sensitive skin and supporting a healthy scalp environment.

Why Choose Korean Eoseongcho?

Grown in the clean soils of Korea, our Houttuynia Cordata is carefully harvested and dried to preserve its active compounds, such as Quercitrin, which helps to flush out impurities and calm irritation.

• Scalp Vitality: Famous in Korea as a key ingredient for DIY hair tonics (often mixed with Perilla Leaf and Green Tea), it helps to cool the scalp and maintain strong hair roots.
• Skin Trouble Care: Known as the "trouble shooter" for skin, it is excellent for soothing redness and sensitive areas, making it a popular choice for teenagers and adults alike.
• Detoxifying Bath: When used as a bath soak, it helps to cleanse the skin and relieve itchiness caused by dryness.

Versatile Uses

1. Soothing Tea:
Brewing Eoseongcho as a tea helps to clear internal heat. It has a unique, slightly tart and savory flavor.

2. DIY Hair Spray (Scalp Tonic):
Boil the herb to make a concentrated water. After cooling, transfer to a spray bottle and mist onto the scalp after showering to refresh and nourish the hair follicles.

3. Facial Wash or Pack:
Use the brewed water to rinse your face or mix the herb powder (if ground) into a face mask for an immediate calming effect on troubled skin.

How to Brew

• Rinse: Gently wash 10–15g of dried leaves.
• Boil: Place the leaves in 1 liter of water.
• Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–30 minutes.
• Serve/Use: Drink warm as tea, or cool it down to use as a topical skin toner or hair rinse.