Dimethyl Isosorbide
Dimethyl Isosorbide
Also known as: DMI
SolventPenetration enhancer
“A solvent used to carry actives further into skin.”
What it does
Dimethyl isosorbide dissolves actives that resist water and helps them penetrate rather than sitting on the surface. It appears in serums built around niacinamide, retinoids and acids. Like other penetration enhancers it can make a strong formula feel stronger.
Benefits
- Dissolves actives that water cannot
- Helps actives reach where they work
How to layer
☀️ Morning routine
Cleanser
Toner
Serum
Moisturiser
SPF
🌙 Evening routine
Cleanser
Toner
Serum
Moisturiser
Face Oil
After cleansing, before moisturiser
Good for
All skinNormal skinOily skinCombination skin
Heads up
- ⚠Can intensify how an active formula feels on sensitive skin
How to use
A base ingredient. No special application needed.
Typical concentration: 1–10% in formulations