Skin Health
Pine Bark Extract (Skin Focus)
Also known as: Pycnogenol (skin), French maritime pine
Potent OPC antioxidant that supports skin elasticity, reduces UV damage, and improves circulation.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Every Pine Bark Extract (Skin Focus) product we have scored
| # | Product | Score | Per serving |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Life Extension Pycnogenol French Maritime Pine Bark Extract | 92 A | $1.10 |
| 2 | Thorne Meta-Balance™ | 90 A | $1.60 |
| 3 | Pure Encapsulations Pycnogenol (pine bark extract) 50 mg | 86 A- | $1.42 |
| 4 | Pure Encapsulations Pycnogenol 100 mg | 86 A- | $2.73 |
| 5 | Bluebonnet Nutrition PYCNOGENOL 50 mg | 84 A- | $1.33 |
| 6 | Healthy Origins Pycnogenol 150mg | 82 A- | $1.04 |
| 7 | NOW Foods Pine Bark Extract | 81 A- | $0.22 |
| 8 | Bluebonnet Nutrition SUPER ANTIOXIDANT FORMULA | 77 B+ | $2.29 |
| 9 | Healthy Origins Pycnogenol 100mg | 76 B+ | $0.83 |
| 10 | Country Life Resveratrol Plus | 61 B- | $0.41 |
Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing. Per-serving cost is list price divided by servings per container. No brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Common questions
How much Pine Bark Extract (Skin Focus) should I take?
The typical range is 50-150mg daily. 8+ weeks for skin effects
When should I take Pine Bark Extract (Skin Focus)?
Any time. Optional.
Which form of Pine Bark Extract (Skin Focus) is best?
Capsules — Standardized extract.
Is Pine Bark Extract (Skin Focus) safe?
Commonly reported: GI upset, Headache. Serious warnings: None. Safe
Which Pine Bark Extract (Skin Focus) supplement scores highest?
Life Extension Pycnogenol French Maritime Pine Bark Extract, at 92/100. Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing — no brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Primary uses
- Skin elasticity
- UV protection
- Circulation
- Melasma
How it works
- Potent OPC antioxidant
- Binds to collagen/elastin
- Improves microcirculation
Dosage
- Typical range
- 50-150mg daily
- Timing
- Any time
- With food
- Optional
- Duration
- 8+ weeks for skin effects
- Special populations
- Skin aging, melasma, circulation issues
Forms
- Capsules
Safety
Common side effects
- GI upset
- Headache
Contraindications
- None
Products containing Pine Bark Extract (Skin Focus)
Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Pine Bark Extract (Skin Focus) on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.
Evidence notes
Antioxidant skin support
Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.
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