Pycnogenol contains proanthocyanidins, or oligo- proanthocyanidins (OPC), which is part of the flavonoids family. Pine bark has many benefits, thanks to the OPC they carry.

Pycnogenol effectively acts on vein insufficiencies; when blood mass settles in the legs and causes pain, swelling, heaviness, and in the course of the years, varices, and phlebitis.

Pycnogenol reinforces the skin against the sun’s harmful UV rays. It effectively acts on gingivitis, periodontis, asthma, and lupus erythematosus. It reduces half of bleeding gums, by stopping the production of dental plaque.

Pycnogenol is also extremely beneficial during ophthalmologic problems, such as retinopathy.

Pycnogenol increases the micro circulation in the capillary vessels, and considerably reduces systolic blood pressure and thromboxane levels.

Pycnogenol prevents cardiovascular problems and stops the reactive process which can lead to patelet aggregation in smokers.