Editorial team

elesyaskincare.com editorial team

elesyaskincare.com is run by a standing editorial team. Each author has their own beats and voice — here's who is responsible for what.

Jude Carstairs, Cosmetic Chemistry Analyst. A former lab technician who transitioned into skincare journalism to decode ingredient lists and formulation stability. He specializes in breaking down complex chemical interactions and evaluating the true efficacy of acne treatments.
Iris Ellingham, Botanical Skincare Archivist. An ethnobotanist and formulator who has spent a decade studying indigenous plant-based remedies across the globe. She focuses on the biological facts and modern scientific validation of raw, unrefined plant extracts.
Leo Ashdown, Regimen Architect. A clinical esthetician who treats skincare as a highly structured, daily discipline rather than a random collection of products. He focuses on the sequencing, timing, and compatibility of active ingredients to maximize skin health.