3 women try the savey vitamin C exfoliant that promises glowy skin. Here's their honest verdicts.

Glowing skin is always in. 

Rain, hail or shine, it’s hard to say no to the allure of radiant, healthy-looking skin with a luminosity that could rival a glazed donut.

There are lots of ways to dial up the glow in your skincare routine – think incorporating a gentle-but-effective exfoliating treatment, protecting your barrier with hydrating ingredients, and of course, adding in the glow MVP, vitamin C.

One product that’s ticking a whole heap of those boxes? Enter: Trilogy’s Vitamin C Microdermabrasion, $32.50.

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It’s an instant resurfacing treatment, featuring five AHAs (glycolic, lactic, citric, malic and tartaric acids) and super fine pumice to encourage skin cell turnover, vitamin C for radiance, and rosehip seed oil for a boost of essential fatty acids.

Think of this product like a facial on a budget. 

Its superstar vegan ingredient combo works to mirror the effects of an in-salon microdermabrasion treatment, with the added goodness of antioxidant-rich vitamin C to help improve signs of ageing, sun damage and texture. I’m feeling glowier just writing this! 

The best part? 

It’s super easy to use, and you only need to incorporate it into your skincare routine a few times a week. When you’re ready to activate the glow, simply scoop out and apply an even layer to clean, damp skin, then gently massage it in. You can leave it on for around three minutes – just enough time for the AHAs to work their magic – before thoroughly rinsing off, and following with your tailored routine. 

Everyone’s skin is unique, so be sure to patch-test and seek advice if you’re unsure if it’s right for you. 

Over the last week, myself and fellow beauty girls Anisha and Teresa have been putting the product to the test to see how it scrubs up (pardon the pun). Here’s our honest verdict. 

Hannah: “My skin felt refreshed. Alive. Perky!”

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It’s no secret that I’m all about a good exfoliation. The smooth feeling, the fresh skin cells, the illustrious glow… what’s not to love?! That being said, these days I’m more of a chemical exfoliant kinda gal when it comes to my facial skincare. I tend to find them less irritating and more effective at achieving said glow. 

So, when I heard about Trilogy combining both physical and chemical exfoliation in one dual-action product, I was curious. I’ve been a long-time advocate of Trilogy’s iconic rosehip oil and its effect on my skin (and its wallet-friendly price tag!), so I was pretty confident I would love this too.

When I first popped the treatment on, I was surprised at how creamy and luxurious it felt. As I massaged it into my skin, I felt the pumice ever so slightly buffing away the top layer of dead skin. And the smell – so fresh! After a few minutes I gently rinsed it off, and oooooft: my skin felt refreshed. Alive. Perky! 

I was relieved and delighted at how gentle the physical element felt. The next day my skin looked brighter, and I could see the glow peeping through.

When I went in for my second application for the week it was confirmed, this glowy and super affordable new Trilogy product has a well-deserved place on my skincare shelf.

Teresa: “Like a spa facial in your own home.”

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My skin has been having a moment recently.

It's been reactive to things – be it seasonal or hormonal, but it hasn't been its best and I felt it needed a little bit of extra attention. I also usually use a chemical exfoliant and when I do veer into physical, it’s usually in the luxury end range. 

Let me tell you, the Trilogy Vitamin C Microdermabrasion cream is like a spa facial in your own home. Its subtle vanilla citrus scent gets you into the day spa mindset and comes with a little spatula to help keep it hygienic. You don’t need to go in too hard with it because this product is powerful. After the exfoliating massage it says to leave on for three minutes for the AHAs to do their job. 

After rinsing it off, your skin instantly feels softer and looks smooth and glowy. You can absolutely see the difference in the appearance to my skin after using it three times in the week and it certainly helped in the appearance of how my makeup sat on my skin. 

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This is something I will use to the last drop and certainly repurchase as it performs as good as, if not better than, luxury brand exfoliators on the market.

This week I plan on using it while having my mist diffuser going and playing day spa-style relaxing music... I’m fully embracing the feeling this product is giving. 

Anisha: “An uncomplicated way to give your face the TLC it deserves.”

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Trilogy’s new Vitamin C Microdermabrasion makes me want to break up with my facialist. 

The luxurious, budget-friendly treatment is an uncomplicated way to give your face the TLC it deserves, without hurting your bank account.

I’ve been trialling this product for over a week-and-a-half now, using it every third day as recommended and honestly, I can’t get enough. I’m never usually this disciplined when it comes to consistently using products outside of my usual skincare routine, but the results of the product speak for themselves. 

The combination of physical and five natural AHA exfoliants leaves my skin feeling ultra-smooth and soft to the touch. I’m talking about the kind of soft where I’m suddenly filled with the urge to run around the house in search of my boyfriend so I can grab his hand to touch my face and see just how ridiculously soft my skin is too. 

Over the years, I’ve come to learn that my skin responds really well to vitamin C. So, that combined with the powerful blend of exfoliants works out to be the ultimate way to rid of all my dead skin cells and instantly reveal a healthier, more vibrant-looking complexion underneath. 

Once I’ve applied and washed off the skin treatment, I’ll go in with a thin layer of moisturiser and reach for my jade roller and gua sha for the ultimate skin-pampering session.

With this in mind, it’s probably no surprise that Trilogy’s Vitamin C Microdermabrasion has very quickly earned a regular spot in my weekly skincare routine. 

Shop Trilogy's certified natural and vegan Vitamin C Microdermabrasion, available at Chemist Warehouse or online here. 

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