DIME TBT Serum for sensitive skin
Mandelic Acid
Niacinamide
Sodium Hyaluronate
Peptides
BakuchiolHigh
- SuperiorNormal Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for sensitive skin; a few products fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with sensitive skin: redness, stinging, and reactions to new products. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Offers excellent exfoliation for your normal skin due to high concentrations of mandelic acid, which smooths texture and supports Niacinamide in barrier repair.
- While Sodium Hyaluronate provides hydration, the formula lacks targeted ingredients to effectively address your specific concerns of redness and irritation.
- The product is safe for your sensitive skin, as it contains no harsh or prohibited ingredients that could cause irritation.
How to apply
- Use your exfoliant PM once a week to help with redness and irritation. Start slowly and only increase frequency if your skin feels happy and comfortable.
- Apply the exfoliant after cleansing and toner , but always before your moisturizer . This ensures the product absorbs properly into the skin.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the exfoliant into your skin without rubbing . Let it absorb for a minute before moving on.
- Since your skin is sensitive , apply the exfoliant on completely dry skin for the best tolerance. This helps prevent any extra stinging or discomfort.
- Always do a patch test before your first use and avoid the delicate eye area .
People Say
★4.8Overall rating based on 4.5k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users frequently praise the serum for its ability to smooth skin texture and provide a radiant glow, often noting improvements in fine lines and acne scarring over time. Reactions are mixed regarding hydration; while many find it lightweight and effective, a notable subset of users with sensitive or dry skin experienced irritation, breakouts, or a lack of sufficient moisture.
Highlights
Improved skin texture Mostly Mentioned
- “smoother skin”
- “softer feel”
- “reduced roughness”
Radiant complexion Often Mentioned
- “healthy glow”
- “brighter skin”
- “less dullness”
Clean formulation Sometimes Noted
- “gentle ingredients”
- “EWG verified”
- “vegan/cruelty-free”
Fades dark spots Sometimes Noted
- “reduced acne scars”
- “evened skin tone”
- “lighter hyperpigmentation”
Lightweight absorption Sometimes Noted
- “absorbs quickly”
- “non-greasy”
- “layers well”
Skin irritation Sometimes Noted
- “redness”
- “rashes”
- “breakouts”
- “itchiness”
Unpleasant texture Sometimes Noted
- “sticky finish”
- “tacky feel”
- “heavy residue”
Insufficient hydration Rarely Noted
- “drying effect”
- “not moisturizing enough”
- “requires extra cream”
Lack of results Rarely Noted
- “no visible change”
- “plateaued improvement”
- “ineffective for wrinkles”
Scent issues Rarely Noted
- “overpowering smell”
- “unpleasant odor”
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Questions and answers
What makes DIME TBT Serum a great fit for sensitive skin?
DIME TBT Serum is a great fit for sensitive skin because it is safe and contains no harsh ingredients that could cause irritation. It helps smooth texture and supports barrier repair.
Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for sensitive skin?
This serum is a good fit for sensitive skin because it contains bakuchiol, which helps improve barrier function and reduce redness and sensitivity. It also includes mandelic acid to smooth texture and niacinamide to support barrier repair without causing irritation.
What does Mandelic Acid do for sensitive skin?
Mandelic acid is generally well tolerated by sensitive skin, helping to smooth roughness and improve firmness while keeping side effects low. It may also help clear acne and reduce dark spots effectively without being too harsh.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
What does Niacinamide do for sensitive skin?
Niacinamide helps calm sensitive skin by strengthening the skin barrier and reducing redness and irritation. It is very well tolerated and may improve overall comfort and resilience with regular use.
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for sensitive skin?
Apply this treatment serum in the evening after your cleanser and soothing toner, followed by your moisturizer. Lovi routines start exfoliating steps once a week, and people who tolerate them well and see good results may carefully use them more often.
Can I use it with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this treatment with retinol, but apply it after your retinol to help keep sensitive skin calm and comfortable. Using them together is unlikely to cause irritation because the formula contains bakuchiol, which helps support skin barrier function and reduces sensitivity.
How often should I use this serum?
Start by using this serum just once a week in your evening routine, as exfoliating treatments work best when introduced slowly. If your skin tolerates it well and you see good results, you may carefully use it more often.
Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for sensitive skin?
DIME TBT Serum is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for sensitive skin because it contains no harsh or prohibited ingredients that could cause irritation. However, since it is an exfoliant treatment, you may experience mild purging as it smooths your skin texture.
Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Treatment with 45% mandelic acid peel showed nearly equal overall efficacy as 30% salicylic acid peel in patients with mild-to-moderate facial acne vulgaris, but with fewer adverse effects.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Chemical peels using 35% glycolic acid, 20% salicylic-10% mandelic acid, and phytic acid reduce acne scores by 70.55%, 74.14%, and 69.7% respectively, and significantly decline the postacne hyperpigmentation index in Asian patients with mild to moderate acne.
Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery, 2019Commonly used chemical peels showed no significant differences in effectiveness for acne vulgaris in most comparisons, though combined salicylic and mandelic acid peeling was superior to glycolic acid and glycolic acid was superior to placebo, based on twelve randomized controlled trials.
BMJ Open, 2018Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2005Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019Topical bakuchiol 0.5% applied twice daily compared with retinol 0.5% applied daily significantly decreased wrinkle surface area and hyperpigmentation with no statistical difference between the compounds in 44 patients over 12 weeks, while retinol users reported more facial skin scaling and stinging.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2019A dermocosmetic containing bakuchiol, Ginkgo biloba extract, and mannitol improves inflammatory lesions, Investigator Global Assessment, and seborrhea intensity when added to adapalene 0.1% gel in patients with acne vulgaris.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2015Topical application of a serum containing supramolecular Bakuchiol and Terminalia chebula extract significantly improved barrier function, reduced redness and sensitivity, and improved wrinkles and elasticity in 34 Chinese subjects with sensitive skin after 28 days.
Health Science Reports, 2025
Ingredients
Water, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Mandelic Acid, Niacinamide, Camellia Sinensis Extract, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract Grape Seed Extract, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Rosa Canina Seed Oil Rosehip Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil Avocado Oil, Sclerocarya Birrea Oil, Neem Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Phoenix Dactylifera Extract Date Palm Extract, Resveratrol, Bakuchiol, Nigella Sativa Seed Oil, Gynostemma Pentaphyllum, Lycium Barbarum Berry Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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