ESFOLIO Hyaluronic Acid & Houttuynia Cordata 4-Piece Basic Set – Cleansing Foam, Toner, Serum, Cream

ESFOLIO Hyaluronic Acid Houttuynia Cordata 4-Piece Basic Set is a daily skincare set by ESFOLIO, made in Korea. It combines hyaluronic acid for hydration with houttuynia cordata (fish mint) extract for skin-calming care across a simple 4-step routine. The set includes a cleansing foam, toner, serum, and cream.

Why you'll like it

• A complete routine in one set: cleanse, tone, treat, and moisturize without mixing separate lines
• Hyaluronic acid throughout: layered hydration from the first cleanse through the final cream
• Houttuynia cordata (어성초) extract: a plant extract long used in Korean skincare for its calming reputation
• Simple, everyday formula: positioned by the brand as a gentle, budget-friendly basic set

Key details

• Includes: Cleansing Foam 3.4 fl oz (100 mL), Toner 5.1 fl oz (150 mL), Serum 1.7 fl oz (50 mL), Cream 1.7 oz (50 g)
• Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, houttuynia cordata (fish mint) extract
• Best for: Normal, dry, and sensitive skin looking for a simple hydration routine
• Made in: South Korea

Who it's for

Good for: Anyone who wants a simple, affordable 4-step routine, or is trying hyaluronic acid + houttuynia cordata skincare for the first time.
Not ideal for: Anyone with a known allergy to any listed ingredient. Patch test first.

How to use

1. Cleansing Foam: Massage a small amount onto damp skin, then rinse with lukewarm water.
2. Toner: Sweep across the face with a cotton pad, or pat in with clean hands.
3. Serum: Apply a few drops to the face and pat gently until absorbed.
4. Cream: Finish with a layer of cream to seal in moisture.

Full ingredients

Toner
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Betaine, Glyceryl Glucoside, Propanediol, Panthenol, Allantoin, Houttuynia Cordata Extract (500ppm), Sodium Hyaluronate (230ppm), Centella Asiatica Extract, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans (138ppm), Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid (13ppm), Beta-Glucan, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate (2,800ppb), Hyaluronic Acid (250ppb), Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate (50ppb), Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Carbomer, Arginine, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Benzyl Glycol, Xylitol, Glucose, Raspberry Ketone, Disodium EDTA, Chlorphenesin, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Fragrance (Parfum), Linalool

Serum (labeled "Ampoule" on the box, 50 mL)
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Propanediol, Glyceryl Glucoside, Panthenol, Allantoin, Sodium Hyaluronate (660ppm), Houttuynia Cordata Extract (500ppm), Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans (380ppm), Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid (700ppb), Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate (140ppb), Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Carbomer, Arginine, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Benzyl Glycol, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Glucose, Raspberry Ketone, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance (Parfum), Linalool, Benzyl Benzoate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene

Cream
Water, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Macadamia Seed Oil, Glyceryl Glucoside, Propanediol, Panthenol, Houttuynia Cordata Extract (500ppm), Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate (152ppm), Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans (55ppm), Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid (5,200ppb), Beta-Glucan, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate (1,100ppb), Hyaluronic Acid, Sorbitan Olivate, Ceresin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Microcrystalline Wax, Isohexadecane, Stearic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polysorbate 80, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Sorbitan Olivate (label shows this twice — please confirm), Xylitol, Benzyl Glycol, Myristic Acid, Glucose, Raspberry Ketone, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance (Parfum), Linalool, Benzyl Benzoate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene

Cleansing Foam
Water, Myristic Acid, Glycerin, Potassium Hydroxide, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Sorbitan Olivate, Cocamide DEA, Sodium Chloride, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Shea Butter, Panthenol, Houttuynia Cordata Extract (500ppm), Centella Asiatica Extract, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans (27ppm), Hyaluronic Acid (2,600ppb), Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate (560ppb), Hyaluronic Acid (50ppb), Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate (10ppb), Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Madecassoside, Asiatic Acid, "마이리스틱-100스테아레이트" (exact INCI spelling needs confirmation), Glyceryl Stearate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Lauric Acid, Isopropanolamine, Oleic Acid, Benzyl Glycol, Raspberry Ketone, Disodium EDTA, Chlorphenesin, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Fragrance (Parfum), Linalool, Benzyl Benzoate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal

Note: Toner, Serum, Cream, and Cleansing Foam lists above are transcribed directly from the product boxes. Two items need a quick final check: the Cream's repeated "Sorbitan Olivate" entry, and the Cleansing Foam ingredient noted above as "마이리스틱-100스테아레이트" — the exact standard INCI spelling wasn't clear from the photo, so please confirm it against the box before this goes live.

Why it's popular in Korea

Houttuynia cordata (어성초) is a plant long used in Korean home remedies and skincare for its calming reputation, and simple all-in-one basic sets like this are a common, affordable way to start a skincare routine in Korea.

FAQ

What's included in this set?
One cleansing foam, one toner, one serum, and one cream, all formulated with hyaluronic acid and houttuynia cordata extract.

Is this set suitable for sensitive skin?
The brand positions it as a gentle, everyday formula, but patch test first if you have known sensitivities.

Should I use the serum and cream together, or just one?
They're designed to layer: apply the lighter serum first, then follow with the cream to seal in hydration.

Shipping & returns

Ships from Korea in 7–14 business days. Duties and taxes included in the price. See our Shipping Policy and Return Policy.