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Searching for a vitamin C serum in Pakistan usually means choosing between imported formulas that oxidize before you finish them and local options that underdose the active. Trego’s Vitamin C Serum takes a different route — it uses the stable form of vitamin C paired with two supporting actives. Here is a close look at what is inside, who it suits, and whether the price makes sense.
What is in the Trego Vitamin C Serum?
The Trego Vitamin C Serum is built on three actives working together:
- 10% ethyl ascorbic acid — the stable vitamin C form that converts to active vitamin C once it absorbs, delivering brightening and antioxidant protection without the oxidation problems of pure L-ascorbic acid.
- Niacinamide — reinforces the brightening effect by slowing melanin transfer, while strengthening the skin barrier.
- Hyaluronic acid — keeps the formula hydrating, so the serum brightens without the dryness vitamin C often causes.
That triple pairing means it works as a complete brightening treatment rather than just an antioxidant layer — most vitamin C serums do one job; this does three.
How it feels and what buyers report
The serum has a lightweight texture that absorbs quickly — buyers describe it as non-greasy and comfortable under moisturizer and sunscreen. Among verified reviews, the recurring themes: brighter, more even skin tone within weeks, dark marks fading with consistent use, and the formula staying stable in the bottle — the complaint most common with pure vitamin C serums is noticeably absent.
Price — how it stacks up
The 30ml bottle costs around Rs.1,499 on Export Shelf (Rs.1,400 on trego.pk). Imported vitamin C serums with the same stable form typically cost Rs.2,500–6,000 in Pakistan through resellers — for a formula that does less. Local generic options run Rs.500–1,200 but usually use unstable or underdosed vitamin C.
It ships across Pakistan with cash on delivery. Enter Expo5 at checkout for 5% off your order — we have tested this code on our own orders and it worked every time, including on sale days. Our trego discount code guide walks through it, or buy directly from the official Trego store where the code applies automatically.
How to use it for best results
- Apply 2–4 drops to a clean, dry face each morning — vitamin C boosts your sunscreen’s protection when used in the morning.
- Follow with a deep moisturizing cream to seal it in.
- Always finish with sunscreen SPF 50++ — vitamin C protects against UV damage but does not replace SPF.
- For stubborn pigmentation, layer it with the skin lightening serum at night.
- Store the bottle sealed away from direct sunlight — even stable forms last longer with good storage.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Trego vitamin C serum oxidize?
The formula uses ethyl ascorbic acid — the stable form that resists oxidation, unlike pure L-ascorbic acid serums that turn orange within weeks.
Can I use it with niacinamide?
Yes — the serum already combines vitamin C with niacinamide in one formula; they work together for brightening and barrier support.
How long until vitamin C shows results?
Visible brightening typically shows within 4–8 weeks of consistent daily use — the stable form delivers consistent results since it does not degrade in the bottle.
Is it good for sensitive skin?
Yes — ethyl ascorbic acid works at a skin-friendly pH and rarely causes the irritation pure L-ascorbic acid does.
Where can I buy it in Pakistan?
Through Export Shelf and the official Trego store with cash on delivery across Pakistan — enter code Expo5 for 5% off.
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