Adenosine Phosphate
AKA “5'-adenylic acid, adenosine 5'-monophosphate, Adenosine monophosphate, Phosphentaside, Adenovite, adenosine 5'-phosphate, Cardiomone, Lycedan”
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Ingredient Facts
Adenosine phosphate
AKA: 5'-adenylic acid, Adenosine 5'-monophosphate, Adenosine monophosphate, Phosphentaside, Adenovite, Adenosine 5'-phosphate, Cardiomone, Lycedan
Synthetic · Antioxidant · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Antioxidant
Humectant
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A natural energy molecule that helps skin stay hydrated and maintain its healthy appearance by supporting skin's natural renewal process.
Solubility 10000
Formula
C10H14N5O7P
Mol. Weight
347.22
CAS #
61-19-8
Form
Powder
State
Solid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Adenosine was identified in 1881 as a nucleoside component. Adenosine phosphates were discovered mid-20th century as cellular energy molecules; their use in skincare became popular in the 2000s for claimed anti-wrinkle and firming effects.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Wrinkles
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR