Proof of Usefulness Report

Antedotum

Analysis completed on 2/7/2026

+252
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

Antedotum is a verified luxury skincare brand (Antedotum Beauty) based in Aspen with products stocked in major retailers like Neiman Marcus and featured in Forbes. However, the project submission itself is of extremely poor quality, containing hyperbolic false claims ('most people have used my product') and vague technical details ('Machinery'). While the underlying business is legitimate and has verifiable traction (Seed funding, press coverage), the submission's lack of professionalism and accuracy heavily penalizes the score, placing it below comparable established brands like HackerNoon.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+12.25
Audience Reach Impact+3.00
Technical Innovation+1.50
Evidence Of Traction+5.00
Market Timing Relevance+6.00
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+28
Usefulness Multiplierx0.9
Final Score+252

Project Details

Description
Antedotum was created as the one-stop antidote for all skin types and varying skin concerns. Our products are created to be used collectively, independently or interchangeably with an existing routine. Based in Aspen, we looked to local flora in developing the first-to-market formulations that feature Aspen Bark as the hero ingredient. Treasured by the Ute Native Americans of Colorado, Aspen Bark is used: -for sunscreen, its white powdery exterior acting as a natural sun block -as an anti-inflammatory to help diminish wrinkles, reduce the appearance of pores, and balance skin tone while promoting increased firmness -as an antiseptic to alleviate chronic skin conditions like acne and eczema -as a moisturizer that gives skin a soft, smooth feel -as a natural substitute to conventional preservative systems that can irritate the skin. We leave out more than we put in. Antedotum benefits the consumer and the planet by meeting the highest clean standards in the industry. Backed by research, we use minimal ingredients with the highest potency to deliver fast results without compromise. Our founder, Karina Perez - After spending years searching for the perfect remedy to aging skin, Karina merged her experience in beauty and fashion to create her own solution: a three step antidote that is effective, clean and absolutely gorgeous.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline