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Pine Bark Extract (Pycnogenol)

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Also known as: Pycnogenol, French Maritime Pine Bark, Pinus pinaster Extract, OPC Pine Bark

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About





            

                
Pycnogenol is a standardized French maritime pine bark extract rich in procyanidins that bind and protect collagen and elastin from enzymatic degradation. Multiple clinical trials found 75-150 mg/day significantly improved skin hydration, elasticity, and reduced hyperpigmentation in postmenopausal women.

            

        

        

        
        
        

            

  
How It Works





            

                
Standardized French maritime pine bark extract rich in procyanidins, catechins, and phenolic acids; binds and protects collagen and elastin from enzymatic degradation; potent antioxidant; stimulates endogenous hyaluronic acid synthesis; increases endothelial nitric oxide production improving skin microcirculation.

            

        

        

        
        
        

            

  
Evidence For Conditions





            

                

                    

                        
                            

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                                        Aging Skin & Wrinkles
                                    
                                
                                
                                    B

                                
                                
                                    6
                                
                                
                                    380
                                
                                
                                    
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                                        Hyperpigmentation
                                    
                                
                                
                                    C

                                
                                
                                    4
                                
                                
                                    240
                                
                                
                                    
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Side Effects





            
    
                
                
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                    Mild gastrointestinal discomfort
                
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Drug & Supplement Interactions





            
    
                
                
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                    Immunosuppressants (may modulate immune function)
                
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                    Antihypertensive medications (may have additive blood pressure lowering)
                
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                    Anticoagulants (mild antiplatelet effects at high doses)
                
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                Always inform your healthcare provider about all supplements you take.
            

        

        

        
        
        

            

  
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                    Nicotinamide
                    
                
                
                
                    Polypodium leucotomos
                    
                
                
            

        

        
    


    
    












    

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        These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The products and information on this website are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The evidence grades presented are based on our analysis of published peer-reviewed research and do not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.