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Adenosine Phosphate

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Antioxidant

Adenosine Phosphate description

A skin-soothing and restoring ingredient that's structurally similar to adenosine triphosphate. It's sometimes referred to as adenosine monophosphate, or AMP. Applied to skin, AMP helps create pathways within skin's surface that assist with energy transport. This can visibly revitalise tired-looking, stressed skin.

Related ingredients: Adenosine Triphosphate

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Adenosine Phosphate references

  • International Journal of Molecular Sciences, January 2017, ePublication
  • Archives of Dermatological Research, May 2012, pages 313-317
  • Biomaterials, March 2006, pages 1,355-1,361

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Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

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