Izzy, coral dipping is very essential. Not doing this could introduce hitchhikers whether they're good or bad. Its very good that your acclimating them but maybe after you do that you could give them a quick dip. I'd reccomend revive by two little fishies. Ive been using this for a few months now and its been doing great. Its very cheap too compared to coral rx. The sachem dip is also great too.