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Highlights
Summary
DIME's TBT Clean Retinol Alternative Cream is a retinol alternative that gives you all the benefits of a retinol cream minus the harshness.
Benefits
- Helps accelerate skin cell turnover
- Assists in plumping and firming the skin
- Improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- Helps to regulate sebum production
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Key Ingredients
- Bakuchiol: A natural alternative to retinol derived from the Psoralea Corylifolia (Babchi) plant. It has been shown to have similar effects as retinol, without irritation. Helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin tone.
- Apple Fruit Stem Cell Extract (Malus Domestica Fruit Stem Cell Extract): Signals your own skin stem cells. It also combats the appearance of aging and deep wrinkles. Topical application has been shown to reduce the appearance of crow's feet wrinkles with daily use.
Formulated Without
- Sulfates: DIME products never contain skin irritating ingredients such as sulfates. Sulfate-free products are gentle on the skin, and can help decrease the chances of an allergic reaction.
- Parabens: Certain parabens have been linked to hormone disruption. DIME prohibits all parabens, including Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Isopropylparaben, Methylparaben, and Propylparaben.
- Fragrance: DIME never uses any form of fragrance, natural or synthetic, in any facial skincare products.
- Phthalates: Certain phthalates (like Dibutyl Phthalate, aka DBP, or DEHP, and DEP) appear on product labels, but most typically remain unlisted, hiding under the term “fragrance.” Since some phthalates have been linked to hormone disruption, DIME avoids them.
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Due to its exfoliation blend and high hydrational and repair properties, it is best to work through the night vs being disrupted by the day's free radicals. DIME recommends either applying after your night cream or alternating between DIME's TBT Cream and your night cream. Both layering and alternating products can be very beneficial for your skin.
As a Conscious Beauty brand, DIME features sustainable packaging. Once product is empty, rinse jar and toss into recycling bin.
Water, Cetyl Ricinoleate, C.C.S Triglyceride, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Isododecane, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate,Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate,C.C.M.S. Triglyceride,Dimethicone, Apple Extract, Bakuchiol, Olive Unsaponifiables, Orobanche Rapum Extract, Phytosterols, Behenyl Alcohol, C.C. Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate, Linoleic Acid, Phospholipids, Stearyl Dimethicone, Octadecene, VP Copolymer, Propanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Xanthan Gum, 1.2 Hexanediol, Tetrasodium G.D.
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Questions
Q&A
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- Q
Can this be used everyday?
- Asked by Desi
- Official Answer By DIME Beauty - Brand EngageYes! The TBT Cream is gentle enough to be used every day, so you can absolutely keep it as a consistent part of your routine. Just listen to your skin and adjust if needed, but it’s formulated to be used daily for best results.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can i use this and still use retinol products?
- Asked by Desi
- Official Answer By DIME Beauty - Brand EngageOur TBT Cream is formulated with clean, skin-friendly ingredients and is generally safe to use alongside retinol products. That said, since everyone’s skin can react differently, we recommend doing a small patch test when layering the two. Try applying them together on an area like your neck or wrist first to ensure your skin tolerates the combination well. As with any routine that includes retinol, be sure to wear SPF during the day and reapply every two hours whenever possible to keep your skin protected.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
What does "TBT" stand for?
- Asked by Kat
- Official Answer By DIME Beauty - Brand EngageHi there! That’s a great question. TBT stands for “Turn Back Time.” We hope this helps, please let us know if you have any other questions!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I have been told that with regular retinol they say to use SPF with it. I know this is a retinol alternative but is using SPF an absolute necessity to use this product? I just want to make sure I don't mess up my skin!
- Asked by Christine
- Official Answer By DIME Beauty - Brand EngageHello, that is a great question! Our TBT Cream is a clean retinol alternative as the super star ingredient bakuchiol has been shown to give all of the same benefits as a retinol cream minus the harshness, so this product should not make your skin more sensitive to the sun. However, we do recommend always applying SPF every single day and reapplying every 2 hours if possible. We hope this helps, let us know if you have any other questions!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
What is the percentage of bakuchiol in this cream?
- Asked by Leslie
- Official Answer By DIME Beauty - Brand EngageHi there, thank you so much for reaching out. Our TBT Cream and TBT Serum both contain 0.5% of the ingredient bakuchiol in the formulas. We hope this helps, have a wonderful day!Was this answer helpful to you
Reviews
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Most Helpful Positive Review
Beyond impressed ! Using
Beyond impressed ! Using for a week and a half now . I don't get easily impressed by skincare . Working in the skincare industry I've literally been a Guinea pig trying most products on the market . I've had my skin ruined and burned by certain skincare and have had it restored too so I've been on t...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Beware of ingredients
I recently purchased Dime DBT Cream, but I'm quite disappointed with the changes in its ingredients. After comparing the product's box and the website, it's clear that the ingredients listed are significantly different. One notable change is that Bakuchiol, which used to be a key ingredient, is now ...
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Smooth skin
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I love the way this makes my skin feel and look. It smooths my skin and makes it feel super soft!
Amazing Retinol Alternative
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I started using this cream about a month ago. Retinol use previously irritated my skin so I love that this is gentle while still being effective. I've noticed the pores on my nose have gotten smaller and the sun damage on my forehead has lightened and evened out. Overall very happy with this purchase and will continue to use.
The best nighttime moisturizer
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This is my favorite nighttime moisturizer. It's not greasy and does well with my enlarged pores. It helps with fine lines and wrinkles.
Love!
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I have been using this for a few weeks and love it! It makes my skin feel so dewy, supple, and soft right after I use it. I feel like I can already see a difference in the brightness, firmness, and softness of my skin! My skin feels so moisturized throughout the entire day. I will be purchasing again!
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Since I've hit my mid thirties, I decided I need to take my skincare seriously to support my skin and help prevent what damage I can as I age. I love the feel of the TBT cream, very impressed with the quality and the ingredients. I'm already seeing an improvement in my fine lines!