Adenosine Triphosphate

Adenosine Triphosphate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning agent. It is used in 22 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex). PubMed carries 1,605 studies of its skin or topical use.

INCI nameADENOSINE TRIPHOSPHATE
FunctionSKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number56-65-5
EC number200-283-2
Prevalence22 products (0.02% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Scientific studies1,605 on PubMed (skin/cosmetic/topical)
Monthly searches33,100

Used in

Serums 27.3%Tanning 22.7%Sunscreens 13.6%Face Cleansers 9.1%Day Moisturizers 4.5%Essences 4.5%

Frequently asked

What does Adenosine Triphosphate do in skincare?
Adenosine Triphosphate functions as a skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Adenosine Triphosphate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Adenosine Triphosphate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (27.3% of its uses).

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