What is Adenosine?
Skin conditioning
Adenosine is a skin conditioner that helps soften and smooth the surface.
This ingredient is listed in CosIng, the EU's cosmetic ingredient database. CosIng lists what it's used for as: Skin conditioning.
CosIng function classes are the EU's standard list of the jobs an ingredient does inside a product, such as moisturizing, emulsifying, or preserving.
Which products feature it?
571 of the 2320 products we've checked feature this as a key ingredient. Products that disclose a concentration or list it near the top of the ingredient list come first.
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It's registered in Korea as a functional cosmetic for brightening and wrinkle improvement.
Key: Adenosine (#21 on the ingredient list · 0.04%), Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract 0.05%, Panthenol
27 claims, summarized
- You can expect:
- less visible dark spots · softer-looking fine lines
- Only partly backed:
- firmer skin (amount unknown) · better barrier support (amount unknown)
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Sederma Borpyrin? + Hydrogenated Polyisobutene + Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract + Oil-Soluble Licorice Extract 0.05% + Adenosine 0.04%
backed by evidenceSince no synthetic fragrance is used, the scent of the raw ingredients
backed by evidenceHelps with skin whitening. Helps with skin wrinkle improvement.
backed by evidenceSince no synthetic colorants are used, the original light purple color of the raw ingredients
plausible, not testedSoft stick-type multi balm type
plausible, not testedSmoothly spreads and applies with a glossy finish
plausible, not testedFrench Sederma VOLUFILINE ingredient 40% applied
partly backedConvenient intensive elasticity care anytime, anywhere!
partly backedConvenient balm type, an elasticity all-in-one for face, eye area, nasolabial folds, cheeks, neck, forehead, lips, etc.
partly backedHuman skin wrinkle improvement effect evaluation test completed!
partly backedIt is considered to help improve neck wrinkles after 4 weeks of product use.
partly backedImprovement rate 6.33%
partly backedSidmool Wrinkle Repair Borpyrin 40 Ampoule Multi Balm is a product that has received clinical trials for helping improve neck wrinkles.
partly backedSkin elasticity care with a moist moisturizing feel
partly backedSkin barrier panthenol = barrier +++
partly backedHOT!! Oil-soluble licorice extract = whitening +++
partly backedAdenosine = wrinkle elasticity +++
partly backedWe made it as a multi-functional balm to help you manage whitening and wrinkles at the same time.
partly backedWrinkle Repair Borpyrin 40 Ampoule Multi Balm has been confirmed through precise testing to have no detection of 4 types of Sudan dyes, and we inform you that there is no issue with the product.
partly backedSkin irritation test completed
no supporting source foundPregnant women, nursing mothers
no supporting source foundFrench Sederma Volufiline™ genuine
no supporting source foundSarsasapogenin from Anemarrhena asphodeloides phytosterol with no hormonal activity
no supporting source foundIt has completed clinical trials with the original ingredients as they are, without any ingredient changes.
no supporting source foundFrench Sederma Borpyrin 40% = elasticity +++
no supporting source foundAcetyl Hexapeptide-1 = elasticity +++
no supporting source foundWith a Junggi heart, we will fill skin that has lost elasticity with vitality.
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sidmool
ALOE LOTION WRINKLE REPAIR
It's registered in Korea as a functional cosmetic for wrinkle improvement.
Key: Adenosine (#38 on the ingredient list · 0.04%), Rh-Oligopeptide-1, Snail Secretion Filtrate
27 claims, summarized
- You can expect:
- softer-looking fine lines · better hydration
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Wrinkle improvement functional cosmetics
backed by evidenceVarious plant-derived extracts applied with skin health in mind
backed by evidenceFunctional cosmetics (functional cosmetics report under the Cosmetics Act is required) / Helps with skin wrinkle improvement.
backed by evidenceAdenosine 0.04% / Wrinkle improvement functional cosmetics
backed by evidenceFeeling on color : synthetic colorant-free / clean white made by emulsifying
backed by evidenceSodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid) with moisture and hydration in mind
backed by evidenceEGF applied
backed by evidenceAloe lotion is a product that provides nutrition and moisture to dry and rough skin, helping to manage skin to be glossy and healthy.
plausible, not testedpH approx. 6 / Weakly acidic product
plausible, not testedWrinkle improvement functionality+EGF / +Snail mucus ingredient+ / Callus ingredient+Collagen...
plausible, not testedSunflower seed oil / contains vitamin E / and, being an unsaturated fatty acid / has a high content of linoleic acid.
plausible, not testedRich / with a moisturizing feel / moistly
plausible, not testedFeeling on viscosity : thin and moist lotion viscosity
plausible, not testedFeeling on moisturization : helps with oil-water balance through moist oil moisturizing
plausible, not testedFeeling on spreadability : thin and soft spreadability / moist feel with little stickiness
plausible, not testedNatural moisturizing factor + fermented moisturizing ingredients applied
partly backedSidmool cosmetics with no worries about bacteria, fungi, and microorganisms
partly backedCare for moist and smooth skin through oil-water balance control
overstatedOil-water control moisturizing for dry skin
overstatedSuitable for sensitive skin too
overstatedApplication of sunflower seed oil containing a large amount of linolenic acid
no supporting source foundSkin irritation test completed
no supporting source foundPregnant women, nursing mothers
no supporting source foundFeeling on scent : fragrant and refreshing scent of the raw ingredients as they are
no supporting source foundMaintain balanced moisturization to maintain skin health
nothing specific to checkThat provides good care just by using it consistently / We have prepared it as a good product.
nothing specific to checkHelps skin through the application of sunflower seed oil
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Derma Factory
Retinal 300ppm Cream
It's made for firmer, calmer skin.
Key: Adenosine 0.04%, Retinal, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water 66%
21 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- less visible dark spots · softer-looking fine lines (amount unknown) · firmer skin (amount unknown) · calmer skin
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Liposomized / Vitamin A retinal / 300ppm contained
plausible, not testedContaining evolved Vitamin A retinal / while you sleep, it cultivates firm and / smooth skin.
plausible, not testedTexture / yellowish bouncy gel cream formulation
plausible, not testedRetinal is a next-generation vitamin A ingredient that upgrades retinol, a Ministry of Food and Drug Safety-certified wrinkle improvement / functional ingredient with excellent efficacy in wrinkle improvement. / With powerful efficacy that cares for skin elasticity, texture, and tone all at once and, compared to its high efficacy, / few side effects and low irritation, it is recently receiving attention as a next-generation elasticity care ingredient
plausible, not testedIrritation tends to be mild, but for sensitive skin / in the early stage of use, skin may become red and flake / this is a normal reaction.
plausible, not testedRetinal has relatively low irritation despite efficacy comparable to retinol / and is a high-priced ingredient. / Also, retinal has the property of breaking the formulation / making it a very tricky ingredient. / Therefore, considering the appropriate unit cost relative to efficacy, formulation stability, / irritation upon use, etc. / we used the most suitable content of 300ppm.
plausible, not testedWhitening, wrinkle improvement dual functional cosmetics. Helps with skin whitening. Helps with skin wrinkle improvement.
partly backedWhitening·Wrinkle improvement dual functional
partly backedEvolved Vitamin A retinal liposome 3% (retinal 300ppm)-containing / next-generation elasticity improvement efficacy cream
partly backedWrinkle improvement, whitening, soothing, / moisturizing ingredients / added in high content for total care
partly backedDefinite wrinkle improvement effect by area / after 4 weeks of use, wrinkles by area / (forehead, glabella, eye area, nasolabial folds, neck, cheeks) improvement effect
partly backedFirm and bouncy without sagging / after 4 weeks of use, skin density improved by 6.78%
partly backedCare for elasticity as well, without gaps / after 4 weeks of use, skin elasticity improved by 17.51%
partly backedSkin texture smooth like a peeled egg / after 4 weeks of use, skin texture improved by 7.75%
partly backedKey ingredients / retinal liposome 3% (retinal 300ppm), Centella Asiatica water 66%, / panthenol 2%, niacinamide 2%, adenosine 0.04%
partly backedKey efficacy / wrinkle improvement, whitening, elasticity improvement
partly backedCynanchum Atratum Extract / skin conditioning agent - soothes irritation caused by retinal and gives moisture to the skin.
partly backedMinistry of Food and Drug Safety-supervised CGMP and ISO certification-acquired company / BNB Korea Co., Ltd. manufactures and produces all Dermafactory products / safely and hygienically.
partly backed#IntermediateRetinal / retinal 300ppm cream / 30ml / deep wrinkle care, / sagging and sunken elasticity care / key ingredient content : / retinal 300ppm
overstatedActive ingredients / MAX content / 81% contained!
no supporting source foundBy applying a liposome method that wraps the unstable retinal ingredient with skin-similar / phospholipid like a capsule / it increased stability and simultaneously increased skin absorption.
no supporting source found
FROMNATURE
AGE INTENSE TREATMENT ESSENCE
It's made for a brighter skin tone and better hydration.
Key: Adenosine (#4 on the ingredient list), Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate 95.7%, Niacinamide
33 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- a brighter skin tone · better hydration · firmer skin · a smoother skin texture
- Tests passed:
- skin irritation
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for the first step of skin care
backed by evidenceThe natural fermented essence that skin first meets
plausible, not testedRefines skin texture with firm absorption without surface sliding
plausible, not testedSkin that glows from within without excessive shininess
plausible, not testedGalactomyces ferment filtrate for bright, healthy moisture and glow
plausible, not testedClear and bright-looking skin tone, glow that fills from within
plausible, not testedContains 95.7% Galactomyces ferment filtrate
partly backedWrinkle Repairing & Whitening
partly backedFerment filtrate 95.7%
partly backedGlow area increased by 11.31%
partly backedGlow brightness increased by 3.49%
partly backedRich in vitamins, minerals, and amino acids, with good moisturizing power, it helps brighten skin tone, improve elasticity, and remove dead skin cells.
partly backedInstead of purified water, the main ingredient in cosmetics, it contains 95.7% high-content of naturally fermented Galactomyces ferment filtrate, helping solve various skin concerns.
partly backedSkin tone improved by 3.96%
partly backedPore density improved by 6.59%
partly backedStickiness, irritation, fragrance ZERO | Glow, elasticity UP
partly backedZero skin irritation, moist water essence
partly backedSkin irritation test certified 0.00, non-irritating certified
partly backedAn essence that can provide rich moisture, hydration, and nutrition at once
overstatedIntensive care for elasticity and radiance with one bottle
overstatedIn just one application! Visible glow!
overstatedImproves the three aspects of pores at once
overstatedNumber of pores improved by 12.05%
overstatedPore area improved by 10.78%
overstatedMakes skin roughened by various fine dust and irritating external environments moist and smooth
no supporting source foundBoosting essence
no supporting source foundComfortable moisturizing feeling that wraps the skin and lasts all day
no supporting source foundMoisture-filling and elasticity-raising hydration and elasticity care
no supporting source foundA moist first essence that gives vitality and energy to the skin!
nothing specific to checkFor those who want to experience multi-effects with a single cosmetic product
nothing specific to checkFirm elasticity, radiant tone and glow
nothing specific to checkTone-glow elasticity care
nothing specific to checkOne bottle to fill tone-glow AGE boosting essence
nothing specific to check
Key: Adenosine (#6 on the ingredient list), Niacinamide, Hydrolyzed Collagen
AXIS-Y
Vegan Collagen Eye Serum
It's made for better hydration and calmer skin.
Key: Adenosine (#6 on the ingredient list), Niacinamide, Collagen
26 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- better hydration (amount unknown) · firmer skin (amount unknown) · calmer skin
- Don't count on:
- a brighter skin tone
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Jojoba seed oil moisturizing and soothing
plausible, not testedSunflower seed oil moisturizing and nourishment
plausible, not testedTriple hyaluronic acid skin moisture supply and retention
plausible, not testedBased on a single use, the amount is easy to control, and you can massage around the eyes coolly without irritation.
plausible, not testedIt cares for fine lines around sensitive and dry eyes from fine lines to deep wrinkles, provides a moist moisturizing feeling, and helps relieve eye puffiness and dark circles.
partly backedThrough the combination of vegan collagen and a 5-peptide complex, it helps improve skin elasticity, and triple hyaluronic acid helps with moisture care around the eyes, providing synergistic care for moist eyes.
partly backed3 minutes after a single use, eye puffiness reduction by 14%
partly backedAfter 2 weeks of use, dark circle relief by 7%
partly backedDetermined non-irritating in tests at a specialized human application testing institution
partly backedDetermined non-irritating for sensitive skin at a specialized human application testing institution
partly backedElasticity + conditioning effects delivered by 5 peptides
partly backedAfter one use, the puffiness reduction effect felt within 3 minutes
partly backedAfter 2 weeks of use, improvement in 4 types of eye wrinkles by 67%
overstatedAfter 2 weeks of use, improvement of under-eye sagging (eye bags) by 22%
overstatedSix plant-derived ingredients
overstatedGently massaging any area where wrinkles are a concern helps improve wrinkles.
overstatedHwahae 2026 first half efficacy/effect awards eye care category 1st place
no supporting source foundGreen apple moisture supply and tone care
no supporting source foundGreen grape (Shine Muscat) moisturizing and vitality care
no supporting source foundGreen plum skin moisturizing and soothing
no supporting source foundA high-purity low-molecular-weight collagen ingredient very similar to human collagen, which helps improve wrinkles and elasticity.
no supporting source foundHigh-moisturizing ingredients sunflower seed and jojoba seed are microsomed (=split) into 1/250th the size of a pore, providing moisture and hydrating sensation to dry eye area skin, helping effective wrinkle care.
no supporting source foundCustomer satisfaction with eye area improvement after 2 weeks of product use
no supporting source foundCosmetic certified by the Korea Vegan Certification Institute
no supporting source foundCosmetic that does not involve animal testing
no supporting source foundVegan collagen eye serum offering an unmissable 360-degree° eye care solution
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CELLBN
Galactomyces Ampoule 97
Key: Adenosine (#7 on the ingredient list), Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate 97%, Niacinamide
2 claims checked
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Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate (97%)
backed by evidenceGalactomyces Ampoule 97
partly backed
MEDIPEEL
MESO COLLAGEN TONER
It's registered in Korea as a functional cosmetic for brightening and wrinkle improvement.
Key: Adenosine (#7 on the ingredient list), Hydrolyzed Collagen, Collagen Extract
2 claims, summarized
- You can expect:
- less visible dark spots · softer-looking fine lines
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Functional cosmetics examination passed for whitening, wrinkle improvement
backed by evidenceMedipeel | Meso collagen toner perfected with aesthetic know-how. Skin science technology is concentrated to care for elasticity and moisture at the same time.
overstated
P.CALM
베리어사이클 토너패드 (Korean)This brand publishes no English name for this product. The name above is as printed in Korean.
Key: Adenosine (#8 on the ingredient list), Niacinamide, Centella Asiatica Extract
10 claims, summarized
- Don't count on:
- a smoother skin texture
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Not recommended for children under 3 years old and individuals with hypersensitivity reactions depending on skin.
backed by evidenceOil
backed by evidenceNot included
partly backedSuitable for acne-prone skin
no supporting source foundAfter 1 use, sebum 58.12% improvement
no supporting source found4-fold pore (volume, area, depth, texture) improvement
no supporting source foundDead skin cells 20.83% improvement
no supporting source foundIrritation index 0.00
no supporting source foundAll skin types including sensitive skin
no supporting source foundSensitive skin that easily becomes irritated
nothing specific to check
Key: Adenosine (#9 on the ingredient list), Niacinamide, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
It's registered in Korea as a functional cosmetic for wrinkle improvement.
Key: Adenosine (#9 on the ingredient list), Tripeptide-1, Sh-Oligopeptide-1 (Clostridium Botulinum Derived, As Printed)
6 claims, summarized
- You can expect:
- softer-looking fine lines
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Wrinkle-improving functional cosmetic
backed by evidenceToner that smoothly adheres to dense pore texture
partly backedProprietary patent Botul-Peptide™
overstatedInner pore elasticity
no supporting source foundPore scaling
no supporting source foundPore prescription
nothing specific to check
SKIN1004
MADAGASCAR CENTELLA TONING TONER
It's registered in Korea as a functional cosmetic for brightening and wrinkle improvement.
Key: Adenosine (#9 on the ingredient list), Centella Asiatica Extract, Niacinamide
19 claims, summarized
- You can expect:
- less visible dark spots · softer-looking fine lines
- Only partly backed:
- calmer skin (amount unknown) · a smoother skin texture (amount unknown) · better hydration
- Tests passed:
- non-comedogenic
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Brightening, wrinkle improvement dual functional
backed by evidenceNon-comedogenic test completed
backed by evidenceBrightening · wrinkle improvement dual functional cosmetic
backed by evidenceFirst-step skin calming care presented by Centella extract
plausible, not testedSkin irritation test completed
plausible, not testedAs a low-irritation exfoliating ingredient that acts slowly on the skin, it gently removes sebum and old dead skin cells, and without stripping skin moisture, it cares for the skin to stay moist even after use.
plausible, not testedRefreshing and moist water type
plausible, not testedA water formulation with a light brown tint that absorbs quickly without stickiness.
plausible, not testedAs the first step touching the skin after cleansing, it contains Centella extract for powerful calming while removing dead skin cells for smooth care.
partly backedSuitable for acne-prone skin use
partly backedA reassuring toner usable even on acne-prone skin
partly backedCompared to before product use, the NON-COMEDOGENIC effect was confirmed after product use.
partly backedContains SKIN1004's exclusive high-purity Madagascar Centella extract to calm sensitized skin and nurture the skin's innate strength.
partly backedMild peeling PHA for sensitive skin
partly backedMADE WITH PURE CENTELLA FROM MADAGASCAR
partly backedPowerful calming care
overstatedEWG Green grade
no supporting source foundSlightly acidic pH for healthy skin
no supporting source foundAs a slightly acidic toner similar to the pH of healthy skin, it rebalances the disrupted skin balance and healthily cares for the skin barrier.
no supporting source found
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| Result | Claims |
|---|---|
| backed by evidence | 195 of 341 |
| plausible, not tested | 28 of 341 |
| partly backed | 96 of 341 |
| overstated | 8 of 341 |
| no supporting source found | 14 of 341 |
These are counts of claims, not products. One product can name the same ingredient in several claims, and we checked each one on its own.