adenosine
noun
aden·o·sine
ə-ˈde-nə-ˌsēn 
-sən
: a nucleoside C10H13N5O4 that is a constituent of RNA and yields adenine and ribose on hydrolysis
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Malone explained that over time, however, your brain adapts by adding more adenosine receptors, which makes caffeine less effective at the same dose.
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Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 25 July 2025
The product additionally contains niacinamide, adenosine, and low-molecular collagen for anti-aging benefits, along with hyaluronic acid, panthenol, and ceramides for hydration.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 8 July 2025
Key Ingredients: Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, rice protein, adenosine, peony root complex
How to Apply: LashFood recommends applying the serum nightly to the clean roots of your brows.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Jan. 2025
Designed to smooth and hydrate the delicate skin on your neck and décolleté, this two-piece mask is soaked in peptides, adenosine, and vegan collagen.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 10 July 2025
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Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 25 July 2025
The product additionally contains niacinamide, adenosine, and low-molecular collagen for anti-aging benefits, along with hyaluronic acid, panthenol, and ceramides for hydration.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 8 July 2025
Key Ingredients: Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, rice protein, adenosine, peony root complex
How to Apply: LashFood recommends applying the serum nightly to the clean roots of your brows.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Jan. 2025
Designed to smooth and hydrate the delicate skin on your neck and décolleté, this two-piece mask is soaked in peptides, adenosine, and vegan collagen.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 10 July 2025
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“Adenosine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/adenosine. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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adenosine
noun
aden·o·sine
ə-ˈden-ə-ˌsēn, -sən
: a nucleoside C10H13N5O4 that is a constituent of RNA yielding adenine and ribose on hydrolysis
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