Group, DC, NP, DACBN, DCBCN, DABFM, “Pycnogenol is available in supplements and health products
and backed by more than 40 years of research and 340
published studies and review articles. Pycnogenol has
been one of the superstars of natural health approaches
over the centuries. As future research studies are conducted on this potent natural remedy, its promise and
application will continue to expand.”
Another Major Pine Bark Extract Benefit
It’s important to note that Pycnogenol seems to be so
effective because of its ability to penetrate the skin.
Many ingredients just sit on top of the skin and do not
actually move beyond that. Much is being done to learn
more about the many benefits of this ingredients, since
it is showing so much promise.
In addition to improved hydration and elasticity,
there are other notable benefits to pine bark extract. Of
course, looking younger is a benefit we all can enjoy,
but those with psoriasis may also be given new hope. In
a study published in the scientific journal, Panminerva
Medica, 73 participants with moderate to severe plaque
psoriasis were studied after being given Pycnogenol for
a period of 12 weeks. At the study’s conclusion, test
subjects had a 20% reduction in the red, flaky appearance of psoriasis.
What to Look For When You Purchase Pine
Bark Extract
Are you ready to jump on the Pine Bark bandwagon?
You have many choices. You can either choose Pycnogenol supplements or topical skincare products. Experts
recommend looking for supplements with at least 50
miligrams of the ingredient. Of course, check with your
doctor before adding any type of supplement. While
skincare companies are slowly beginning to add Pycnogenol to some of their formulations, products are still
a bit hard to come by.
The research surrounding the anti-aging benefits is really exciting. It might be
overly optimistic, but this beauty writer
has been around the block for more than
two decades and I rarely attach the term
“groundbreaking” to an ngredient. Pycnogenol may be worthy of that description.
I’ve searched high and low to try out
anti-aging be auty products made with
Pycnogenol and was able to narrow
down my favorites for you.
Relevé Organic Skincare Bamboo Mist
features a proprietary form of bio-extracted pine bark extract called PX3,
which is unique to the brand. Bamboo
Mist helps to restore luminosity, tone,
and provide a boost of hydration. emer-
Beauty Tip: Another
use I have found is to
lightly spray this on to
set your makeup. Do
this after you apply
your setting powder.
Step back and spritz!
Derma E Soothing
Eye Gel with Pycnogenol is a bargain
at less than $20. It's
affordable, effective
and available in many
grocery stores. This
vegan, paraben free
formula is cooling and
helps combat puffiness and fine lines. dermae.com
Time Balm Grapefruit Antioxidant
Day Face Cream
contains protective
pine bark and other natural antioxidants, while aloe
vera soothes the
skin. It is free of phthalates, parabens, and synthetic
colorants. thebalm.com
EmerginC Scientific Organics Kombucha Cleanser features grape stem
cells, sea algae, green & whites teas.
This deep cleansing formula helps
draw toxins out of the skin and protects as it removes makeup. derm-
store.com
Cellex-C Sensitive Skin Serum is a splurge, but a little
goes a long way! This gentle,
wrinkle-fighting serum packs
a punch when it comes to anti-aging, but without irritating
inflamed skin. cellex-c.com
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