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Recent research shows that daily supplementation with Pycnogenol® retains skin hydration, demonstrated 13.8% increase in skin lightening and reinforces skin barrier function for those exposed to urban environmental pollution, as well as seasonal temperature and humidity variations.
Hyperpigmentation describes increased melanin production and can occur because of sun damage or - post-inflammation - after an injury or an inflammatory condition such as acne (1, 2).
Pycnogenol® has 25+ clinical studies demonstrating its active properties for oral and topical skincare formulations. Results show the antioxidant stimulates hyaluronic acid generation, naturally improves skin moisture and binds to skin proteins collagen...
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