Explore what’s inside DIME formulas and why it matters. This guide breaks down clean skincare ingredients through the lens of vegan skincare, cruelty free skincare and fragrance free skincare. From barrier-boosters like squalane, niacinamide, ceramide and hyaluronic acid to results-driven actives such as vitamin C serum, peptides, and bakuchiol (a gentler retinol alternative). You’ll find safety notes (including pregnancy safe skincare), how to layer skincare without pilling, and product-pairing tips focused on non comedogenic formulas and a resilient skin barrier.

What you’ll learn in this guide

• Standards that matter: how clean skincare and fragrance free choices reduce irritation while staying non comedogenic.
• Skincare ingredient explainers: deep dives on squalane, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, vitamin C serum, peptides, bakuchiol, mineral filters and antioxidants.
• Fragrance ingredient tips: why non-toxic, clean perfumes are necessary for your nose and your skin.
• Use-case guides: routines for sensitive skin, acne-prone skin, dry skin and pregnancy safe skincare swaps.

Barrier-First basics

Healthy skin starts with your barrier. Reach for fragrance free skincare and non comedogenic moisturizers rich in squalane and ceramides; add niacinamide to help reduce the look of redness and pores; stack hyaluronic acid for water-binding hydration. AM is the moment for vitamin C serum (brightening + antioxidant), while PM is ideal for peptides or bakuchiol if you’re avoiding traditional retinoids.