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Jeju Yuja Succinic Balancing Serum — pale green 30 ml dropper bottle with REFINE badge, front packshot, vegan mark
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Jeju Yuja Succinic Balancing Serum 30ml

$24.00

JEJU YUJA SUCCINIC BALANCING SERUM

Lightweight balancing serum developed for skin prone to breakouts and visible shine.
Helps improve the look of uneven texture, enlarged pores, and surface dullness while keeping the skin feeling balanced and refreshed.

Key Benefits

  • Helps visibly improve skin texture

  • Reduces the look of excess shine

  • Helps refine the appearance of pores

  • Provides gentle, daily exfoliation

  • Lightweight, fast-absorbing, comfortable for everyday use

Key Ingredients

60% Bamboo Water
Provides refreshing hydration and helps comfort sensitive-looking skin.

Succinic Acid + Niacinamide
A targeted pair that helps even out the look of the skin and improve overall clarity and smoothness.

Patented ACZERO™ Complex
A blend of 7 botanical extracts that helps control the feel of excess oil and supports a more balanced-looking complexion.

AHA + PHA + Zinc PCA
Gently helps remove surface buildup, smooth rough texture, and keep the appearance of shine under control.

Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
A microbiome-supporting ingredient that helps reinforce the skin barrier and maintain moisture.

Suitable For

  • Skin prone to breakouts

  • Oily & combination skin

  • Visible shine & rough texture

  • Skin needing a lightweight balancing formula

Texture

Light, non-sticky, quickly absorbing — ideal for daily use under makeup or sunscreen.

Volume: 30 ml / 1.01 fl.oz

Pairs well with

Succinic acid 2% and niacinamide 2% on 60% bamboo water, for skin prone to breakouts.

Made in Koreabalance focus
  • For skin prone to breakouts and visible shine
  • Rough texture and congested-looking pores
  • Red or uneven-looking marks after breakouts

VVBETTER ORIGINALS

Meet your formula. In motion.

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YOUR FORMULA, DECODED

Know it. Make it yours.

Your in-depth product guide ↗
Jeju Yuja Succinic Balancing Serum 30ml formula photograph

WHY THIS STEP?

Balance care, with context.

We didn't reach for salicylic acid. Succinic acid at 2%, alongside niacinamide at 2%, has a gentler profile and sits on 60% bamboo water instead of purified water. ACZERO™, a patented complex of seven plant extracts, is in at 1,000 ppm for the look of shine and pores, and citric acid and zinc PCA (2,800 ppm combined) with gluconolactone do the exfoliating — enough to refine texture, not enough to strip. Lactobacillus ferment lysate and Jeju yuja extract are there for a barrier that feels comfortable.

  • For skin prone to breakouts and visible shine
  • Rough texture and congested-looking pores
  • Red or uneven-looking marks after breakouts

A ROUTINE THAT MAKES SENSE

A few steps. With a purpose.

When — Morning and night, after toner or pads. How — 2–3 drops over the face, pressed in gently. After a breakout, this serum first, then Vita C TRX. How often — Daily. If you use other acids, introduce this one gradually. Use sunscreen in the morning. With the other Solution serums — this one first, then Vita C TRX, then Bakuchiol PDRN, 2–3 drops each. Very sensitive or thin skin: one serum per routine — this one in the morning works well. Storage — Store in a cool place away from direct sunlight; use within 12 months of opening.

  1. 01

    Cleanser

  2. 02

    Toner or pads

  3. 03

    Succinic Balancing Serum

  4. 04

    Cream

  5. 05

    Sunscreen

LOOK A LITTLE CLOSER

Your formula,
explained.

We didn't reach for salicylic acid. Succinic acid at 2%, alongside niacinamide at 2%, has a gentler profile and sits on 60% bamboo water instead of purified water. ACZERO™, a patented complex of seven plant extracts, is in at 1,000 ppm for the look of shine and pores, and citric acid and zinc PCA (2,800 ppm combined) with gluconolactone do the exfoliating — enough to refine texture, not enough to strip. Lactobacillus ferment lysate and Jeju yuja extract are there for a barrier that feels comfortable.

WHAT’S INSIDE

60% bamboo water, sourced in Korea, replaces purified water as the base — it leaves skin feeling calm and hydrated. Succinic acid 2% (20,000 ppm) + niacinamide 2% (20,000 ppm) — for skin that looks clearer and more even. Patented ACZERO™ 0.1% (1,000 ppm, as a complex raw material; supplier patent No. 10-2055098) — seven plant extracts (green tea, centella leaf, okinawa mozuku seaweed, bergamot leaf, pine needle, coffee seed and white willow bark) to help skin look calmer and keep the look of shine and pores in check. Citric acid (AHA) and zinc PCA, 2,800 ppm combined, plus gluconolactone (PHA) — gentle exfoliation for smoother-looking texture. Jeju yuja extract for a clearer, smoother look. Lactobacillus ferment lysate and panthenol, with ceramide NP and beta-glucan, for the feel of a comfortable barrier. Calming actives combined: 43,800 ppm.

Jeju Yuja Succinic Balancing Serum 30ml application or texture

THE EVERYDAY RITUAL

A place in
your routine.

When — Morning and night, after toner or pads. How — 2–3 drops over the face, pressed in gently. After a breakout, this serum first, then Vita C TRX. How often — Daily. If you use other acids, introduce this one gradually. Use sunscreen in the morning. With the other Solution serums — this one first, then Vita C TRX, then Bakuchiol PDRN, 2–3 drops each. Very sensitive or thin skin: one serum per routine — this one in the morning works well. Storage — Store in a cool place away from direct sunlight; use within 12 months of opening.

  1. Cleanser
  2. Toner or pads
  3. Succinic Balancing Serum
  4. Cream
  5. Sunscreen
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Who it's for

Three concerns.
One serum.

Intensive soothing care for sensitive skin: for skin that is easily irritated, sensitive, or rough and uneven.

#Soothing Care#Texture Refining#Barrier Support
Two VVBETTER Jeju Yuja Succinic Balancing Serum bottles, the upper one dripping serum onto the lower one in a pool of green serum
01

Easily irritated skin

Helps calm skin that reacts easily, with succinic acid and a patented blend of seven plant extracts.

Soothing careSuccinic acid + patented ACZERO
02

Rough, uneven skin

Jeju yuja extract and a gentle AHA + PHA blend help smooth the look of skin texture.

Texture refiningJeju yuja extract + AHA + PHA + zinc PCA
03

Sensitive skin

Microbiome-friendly ingredients support a strong, healthy-looking skin barrier.

Barrier supportLactobacillus ferment lysate + panthenol

Inside the bottle

43,800ppm

of soothing active ingredients, packed into one 30 mL serum.

Succinic acid20,000 ppm
Niacinamide20,000 ppm
Citric acid (AHA)2,700 ppm
ACZERO®1,000 ppm
Zinc PCA100 ppm

Soothing actives: succinic acid 20,000 ppm + niacinamide 20,000 ppm + ACZERO 1,000 ppm (compound ingredient) + citric acid 2,700 ppm + zinc PCA 100 ppm. Based on raw material characteristics.

VVBETTER Jeju Yuja Succinic Balancing Serum bottle with its dropper on a green background
60%

60% Korean bamboo water, not purified water.

600,000 ppm. Bamboo water sourced in Korea replaces purified water to soothe the skin and deliver deep hydration.

Ingredient explorer

Six ingredients, one calm routine.

Pick an ingredient to see how much is in the bottle and what it is there to do.

Jeju Yuja Succinic Balancing Serum bottle on large green serum droplets
40,000ppm

Succinic acid + niacinamide

The two main actives, 20,000 ppm each. Together they help calm sensitivity and promote a clear, healthy-looking complexion.

  • Succinic acid 20,000 ppm (2%)
  • Niacinamide 20,000 ppm (2%)
  • No salicylic acid in the formula
Open Jeju Yuja Succinic Balancing Serum bottle on a pale green background
Korean patent certificate for ACZERO
Patent No. 10-2055098

Patented ingredient

ACZERO®, seven plants that calm.

A patented soothing ingredient: a calming blend of seven plant extracts that supports sensitive skin and helps maintain its healthy condition.

Green teaCentella asiatica leafWhite willow barkBrown seaweedCoffee beanBergamot leafPine leaf

ACZERO full ingredient list: Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Leaf Extract, Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract, Decyl Glucoside, 1,2-Hexanediol. Compound ingredient, 1,000 ppm. Based on raw material characteristics.

Key points

Three steps to calmer-looking skin.

Every ingredient in REFINE has one of three jobs: soothing, texture or barrier care.

1

Soothing care

Powered by succinic acid + patented ACZERO: 43,800 ppm of soothing actives in a 60% bamboo water base.

2

Texture care

Enriched with yuja extract from Jeju Island to brighten and smooth the look of the skin.

3

Barrier care

Formulated with lactobacillus ferment lysate + panthenol for a strong, healthy-looking skin barrier.

Ready to try it?

43,800 ppm of soothing care in one bottle.

Succinic acid, niacinamide and ACZERO. 30 mL · vegan · low-irritation tested.

Internal trial

One week. Three cases.

A 7-day internal test of the Succinic Balancing Serum. Here are three cases from the trial.

Images are from internal testing. Individual results may vary.

Close-up skin, case 01, 7-day internal trial Case 01
Close-up skin, case 02, 7-day internal trial Case 02
Close-up skin, case 03, 7-day internal trial Case 03

Certified & tested

Proof you can check.

Korea Vegan Certification Institute vegan mark

Vegan product

Certified by the Korea Vegan Certification Institute.

Low-irritation test mark

Low-irritation tested

Skin low-irritation test completed. Irritation index rated 0.03 and verified as a low-irritation product.

Centella asiatica leaves, one of the seven plants in ACZERO

Patented ACZERO®

A patented blend of seven plant extracts. Patent No. 10-2055098.

How to use

Two to three drops. That's it.

Flat swatch of pale green serum
  1. Apply 2–3 dropsSpread evenly over the face.
  2. Gently patPat to enhance absorption.
  3. First in the routineOn its own, or as step 1 before the other Solution serums.
  4. Sunscreen by dayFinish the morning routine with sunscreen.

All three Solution serums together

Use a small amount (about 1–2 drops) of each, in this order:

Very sensitive or thin skin?

We do not recommend using all three serums in the same routine. Instead, apply one serum in the morning and another in the evening.

Example 1Morning: Jeju Yuja Succinic Balancing Serum
Evening: Dark Spot Solution Vita C TRX Serum
Example 2Morning: Jeju Yuja Succinic Balancing Serum
Evening: Firming Bakuchiol PDRN Serum

Questions & answers

Good questions.

What shoppers and AI assistants ask most about Jeju Yuja Succinic Balancing Serum.

What is VVBETTER Jeju Yuja Succinic Balancing Serum?

A 30 mL (1.01 fl.oz.) soothing serum for skin that is easily irritated, sensitive, or rough and uneven. It has 43,800 ppm of soothing actives (succinic acid, niacinamide, ACZERO, citric acid and zinc PCA) in a 60% Korean bamboo water base.

Who makes and distributes it?

Made in South Korea and distributed by Unibliss Co., Ltd.

Why succinic acid instead of salicylic acid?

Succinic acid has a gentler profile. Here it's at 2% (20,000 ppm) alongside niacinamide 2%, with citric acid and zinc PCA (2,800 ppm combined) and gluconolactone doing the exfoliating. There is no salicylic acid in the formula.

What is in ACZERO™?

A patented complex (supplier patent No. 10-2055098) of seven plant extracts: green tea, centella leaf, okinawa mozuku seaweed, bergamot leaf, pine needle, coffee seed and white willow bark, included at 0.1% (1,000 ppm) of the complex raw material, to help skin look calmer.

What does the lactobacillus ferment lysate do?

It's a microbiome care ingredient. With panthenol, it supports a strong, healthy-looking skin barrier and a balanced skin environment.

Is the serum vegan?

Yes. It is certified as a vegan product by the Korea Vegan Certification Institute.

Was it tested?

It completed a skin low-irritation test (irritation index 0.03), and we ran a 7-day internal trial. The trial images are from internal testing and individual results may vary. There is no clinical study for this serum yet.

Can I use it daily?

Yes. It was tested for skin irritation and rated low-irritation (0.03), so it can be used daily.

I have sensitive skin. Is the AHA too much?

The acid content is low by design: citric acid 2,700 ppm (0.27%) with zinc PCA, plus gluconolactone, and the formula completed a skin low-irritation test. Patch-test first, start every other day, and use sunscreen in the morning.

Morning or night?

Both. In the morning, follow with sunscreen.

Can I use it with the Vita C TRX serum?

Yes. This one first, then Vita C TRX, 1–2 drops each. Very sensitive or thin skin: one serum per routine, for example this one in the morning and Vita C TRX at night.

Can I use all three Solution serums together?

Yes. This one first, then Vita C TRX, then Bakuchiol PDRN, 1–2 drops each, and sunscreen when you head out. Avoid other brands' high-strength AHA or BHA products in the same routine, especially BHA.

There's white powder around the opening. Is that normal?

Yes. Succinic acid is in here at 2%, and when it meets air a little can form around the neck. Wipe it off; the quality is not affected.

It arrived in winter and I can see crystals. What happened?

Succinic acid and niacinamide can form crystals below −5°C. It's temporary: leave the bottle at room temperature for about a day and it returns to normal.

The colour has faded over time. Is it still OK?

Yes. It contains natural colourants, so long exposure to light can lighten the colour. The quality is not affected. Store it away from direct sunlight.

How should I store it, and how long does it keep?

Store in a cool place away from direct sunlight. Use within 12 months of opening; unopened, it keeps for 36 months from the date of manufacture.

Product information

The details.

Product nameVVBETTER Jeju Yuja Succinic Balancing Serum
Volume30 mL (1.01 fl.oz.)
Country of originSouth Korea
ManufacturerMarked on the package
DistributorUnibliss Co., Ltd.
Shelf life36 months from manufacturing date; 12 months after opening

Full ingredient list

Highlighted: the soothing, texture and barrier ingredients

Bambusa Vulgaris WaterWaterDipropylene GlycolButylene Glycol1,2-HexanediolNiacinamideMethyl Gluceth-20Succinic AcidPentylene GlycolTromethamineSodium CitrateDioscorea Japonica Root ExtractCitric AcidGlycerinHydrolyzed Corn StarchCoptis Japonica Root ExtractEthylhexylglycerinBeta-GlucanTrisodium Ethylenediamine DisuccinateXanthan GumSucroseDisodium EDTADecyl GlucosideMalachite ExtractZinc PCAUlmus Davidiana Root ExtractAmaranthus Caudatus Seed ExtractHydrogenated LecithinArginineCentella Asiatica ExtractFicus Carica (Fig) Fruit ExtractDextrinTheobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed ExtractCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractSalix Alba (Willow) Bark ExtractCladosiphon Okamuranus ExtractCentella Asiatica Leaf ExtractCeramide NPCoffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed ExtractCitrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Leaf ExtractTocopherolCitrus Junos Fruit ExtractPinus Densiflora Leaf ExtractPanthenolGluconolactoneLactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Precautions when using
  • If abnormal reactions or side effects such as redness, swelling or itching occur during or after use due to exposure to sunlight, discontinue use and consult a dermatologist or healthcare professional.
  • Avoid using on areas with wounds or other skin conditions.
  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • Store away from direct sunlight.

Your soothing routine

Start your soothing routine.

30 mL · vegan certified · low-irritation tested · patented ACZERO

Frequently Asked Questions

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Full rates by country and what to do about a damaged or late parcel: Shipping policy.

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Cancel: email customer@vvbetter.com with your order number. If the order has not left Seoul we cancel it in full.

Return within 30 days: unused, unopened items in their original packaging. Email us first; once we accept the return we send a prepaid return label. Opened or used skincare cannot be returned for hygiene reasons unless it arrived damaged, defective or incorrect.

Refunds: after we receive and inspect the return, the product price goes back to your original payment method within 10 business days. Original shipping fees are not refunded.

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Orders of $100 or more ship free to every destination we deliver to, and orders delivered within Korea always ship free. The rate for your address is shown at checkout; see the shipping policy for the full table.

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