•  100% Pinus pinaster Aiton - Guaranteed French Maritime Pine species.
•  High extraction ratio x1000 times more concentrated. High potency!
•  Superior dose: 50mg of extract in each vegetable capsule.
•  Developed with Pycnogenol^®  as the sole active ingredient. The most recognised patent.
•  Standardised to 70% Procyanidins. A high and stable concentration.
•  Extract obtained from pine trees located in Les Landes de Gascogne (French territory).

French Maritime Pine Bark Extract 50mg - Discover it

French Maritime Pine Bark Extract (1000:1) 50mg (Pycnogenol^®) by EssentialSeries is an encapsulated dietary supplement with vegetable coating agents, developed using a procyanidin-standardised extract, 1000 times more concentrated than the original raw material, and patented under the registered trademark Pycnogenol^®️, from French maritime pine bark.

Pycnogenol^®️ is the brand name of the research innovation carried out by the Horphag Research laboratory, obtaining the bark from pine trees located in the Les Landes de Gascogne forest and concentrating it 1000 times to achieve maximum potency. Today, this patent is so widely known that many people refer to the extract directly as Pycnogenol^®️, but there's only one authentic Pycnogenol. We've got it!

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Pycnogenol 50mg - More potency for maximum effects

What is French Maritime Pine Extract?

French Maritime Pine Bark (Pinus pinaster) is a natural by-product derived from the trees of this species, which grow mainly in the coastal regions of southwest France.

Why is French Pine Bark used?

Les Landes de Gascogne, an extensive forest region in southwest France, is highly prized for the sourcing of maritime pine bark (Pinus pinaster) due to the unique environmental conditions it offers. The temperate climate, abundant sunshine, and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean provide an ideal environment for the vigorous and healthy growth of these pines. This balance of humidity and temperature enables the trees to develop bark rich in bioactive compounds such as polyphenols, which are key in the uses of pine bark extract. Moreover, the quality of the sandy soils in this region promotes optimal nutrient absorption, contributing to the tree's optimal growth.

Pycnogenol® - The industry’s ‘Gold Standard’

Pycnogenol^® is a patent owned by Horphag Research, a laboratory with a mission conceived over 60 years ago. Established in Berlin, it became highly recognised for the commercialisation of its French maritime pine bark extract patent, which they named Pycnogenol, now a reference in the industry.

50mg per capsule - Double concentration

You can also find the 25mg version of French Maritime Pine Bark Extract (Pycnogenol®) by HSN.

70% Procyanidins - The importance of high standardisation

Maritime pine procyanidins are a type of polyphenolic compound present in the bark of this tree, specifically in Pinus pinaster, the species used to develop this product. They are powerful antioxidants belonging to the flavonoid group, noted for their phytochemical properties. These procyanidins have been extensively studied for their nutritional properties, which has led to their widespread use in dietary supplements internationally and their growing popularity.

Pycnogenol® - Processing with maximum care

A more concentrated herbal extract is superior to a less concentrated one because it contains a higher amount of equivalence to the native state of the plant used. By concentrating the bioactive compounds, the higher extraction ratio extract is more potent and allows you to achieve the recommended daily dose with a smaller amount of product, thus improving its effectiveness and efficiency. When we look at the concentration of the maritime pine extract used in our product, we see one of the highest ratios of any herbal extract on the market—no less than 1000 times.

The use of appropriate solvents in extraction is crucial to preserving the native phytochemical composition of the plant. If aggressive or inappropriate solvents are used, the bioactive compounds may degrade or alter, reducing the quality and effectiveness of the extract. Solvents that respect the integrity of the phytochemical components result in an extract that faithfully reflects the medicinal properties of the original plant, ensuring its safety and function. Many plant extracts on the market are cheaper because they are made using raw materials extracted with cheap solvents and fast production processes, but these are often harsh on the plant's native composition; Pycnogenol^® is carefully extracted to preserve the polyphenols naturally present in the maritime pine bark.

Who can benefit the most from this extract?

•  Athletes: Pycnogenol^® is a specific dietary supplement, but once the 'basics' are covered like protein, recovery, pre-workout, or isotonic drinks, it becomes highly interesting for more experienced athletes.
•  Older adults: Elderly individuals may find the French maritime pine bark extract, due to its procyanidin content, a very interesting and relevant dietary supplement to complement their regular diet.

Recommended combinations

It is important to know that maritime pine bark extract has no interactions with other plant extracts, vitamins, or compounds commonly used in dietary supplements. However, the most frequent recommendations for its combined use are products like ALCAR, CoQ10, or PQQ.

Also with extracts like Turmeric, Ginger, Boswellia, etc.

References

•  Grether-Beck, S., Marini, A., Jaenicke, T., & Krutmann, J. (2016). French Maritime Pine Bark Extract (Pycnogenol®) Effects on Human Skin: Clinical and Molecular Evidence. Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 29(1), 13–17.
•  Iravani, S., & Zolfaghari, B. (2011). Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical effects of Pinus pinaster bark extract. Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences, 6(1), 1–11.
•  Petrassi, C., Mastromarino, A., & Spartera, C. (2000). Pycnogenol(®) in chronic venous insufficiency. Phytomedicine, 7(5), 383–388.
•  Weichmann, F., & Rohdewald, P. (2024). Pycnogenol® French maritime pine bark extract in randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled human clinical studies. Frontiers in Nutrition, 11, 1389374.
•  Simpson, T., Kure, C., & Stough, C. (2019). Assessing the efficacy and mechanisms of Pycnogenol® on cognitive aging from in vitro animal and human studies. Frontiers in Pharmacology, 10, 694.