Six functions. One base.
Actives are organised by what they do — not which legacy “stack” they came from. Concentrations will be published once the formula is locked and verified.
Brightening / Hyperpigmentation
Tranexamic acid, niacinamide, N-acetyl glucosamine, alpha-arbutin, dipotassium glycyrrhizinate — multiple, complementary points in pigment production and transfer.
Anti-aging / Collagen & elasticity
Dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline and adenosine (v3.1). Bakuchiol is under review for v3.2.
Barrier repair / Hydration
Skin-identical ceramides, phytosphingosine, squalane, ectoin and humectants to restore the lipid matrix.
Antioxidant / Environmental defence
Water- and oil-soluble vitamin C derivatives, carnosine and tocopherol at skin-friendly pH.
Soothing / Sensitive skin
Neuro-calming agent for reactive skin; licorice-derived anti-inflammatory.
Scar / Remodeling
Madecassoside (Centella) to support post-inflammatory recovery.
What Lesedi doesn’t do.
Acne / pore care
Out of scope for now — a salicylic-type active was evaluated and rejected.
Chemical exfoliation
Excluded to keep the “zero acid peeling stress” promise.
Sun protection
Not formulated. Label advises pairing with a broad-spectrum SPF.
Evidence status
Mechanism summaries below come from internal research notes. Citations are being re-verified.
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| NAG mechanism & dose rationale | Internal review done |
| Ceramide “3:1:1” ratio claim | Unsupported — dropped |
| DPHP / adenosine citations | To verify |
| Stability (12-week, 40°C/75% RH) | Not started |
| Preservative efficacy (ISO 11930) | Not started |
| HRIPT (50 subjects) | Not started |