Daan Thorn Leeson

Dr. Daan Thorn Leeson is the Senior Director for Innovation and Formulation at Rodan + Fields. In this role, he oversees the formulation of all new Rodan + Field products, including the development of ingredient technology, and is ultimately responsible for the efficacy and performance of all Rodan + Field products. Dr. Thorn Leeson has worked in Skincare Research & Development for well over 20 years, having been at the forefront of many innovative product technologies resulting in more than 20 patents and patent publications. During this time, he has focused on methods of measuring and improving the skin’s barrier function, the discovery and development of novel botanical actives, the application of retinoids in facial anti-aging, and the application of bio-engineered ingredients in topical skincare formulations.