The super antioxidant expands its beauty and
skin health benefits by offering a promising solution for
discoloration following sclerotherapy
GENEVA, May 21, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- A new study reveals that daily supplementation with
Pycnogenol®, a natural extract from French maritime pine
bark, improves healing and reduces skin discoloration following
sclerotherapy, a minimally invasive procedure used to manage
primary superficial veins, commonly known as spider veins.
Sclerotherapy involves the injection of a chemical solution
directly into the vein, causing the vein walls to swell, stick
together, and seal shut, stopping the flow of blood. Cosmetic
complications, such as skin discoloration, are a common side
effect. This study investigated the use of supplement
Pycnogenol® to evaluate its effects on possible skin
discolorations after sclerotherapy compared to the standard
management used for the condition.
Published in Minerva Surgery, the study involved 161 women
treated with standard compression sclerotherapy for spider veins.
Eighty-four participants took 150mg of Pycnogenol® daily
starting the day before sclerotherapy and continued for 12 weeks,
alongside standard management. The remaining 77 participants
received only standard management and served as the control
group.
Significant reduction in discoloration
After 12 weeks,
researchers assessed skin discoloration using a standardized
scoring system. The skin staining score goes from 0-3, with 0 being
no staining and 3 being visible staining. The
Pycnogenol® group had a significantly lower average
score (0.4±0.2) compared to the control group (2.1±0.4).
Additionally, there were also significantly fewer discolorations
per treated vein in the Pycnogenol® group at 3.81%
(16 stains/420 vein segments) than in the control group with 8.58%
(37 stains/431 vein segments) observing a number of stains per vein
segment.
"Spider veins can affect individuals of all ages but are
particularly prevalent among women over 50 and those who have
recently been pregnant," explains Dr. Fred Pescatore, author
and renowned natural physician. "While spider veins are generally
not a health risk, they often pose a cosmetic concern for many
women. This study emphasizes the importance of addressing skin
discoloration after sclerotherapy for women's skin health, beauty,
and confidence. Pycnogenol® not only helps prevent
discoloration but also offers a potential enhancement to one's
skincare routine, providing a radiant glow as the summer months
approach."
Dr. Pescatore further highlights, "the study's findings indicate
a remarkable reduction in skin discoloration among participants who
supplemented with Pycnogenol® compared to those who
received standard management alone. These results open up new
possibilities for Pycnogenol® in skincare, highlighting
its potential to enhance skin health and beauty in a safe, natural
way."
This research expands Pycnogenol®'s catalog of
clinical research for venous health demonstrated in 25 published
studies with more than 1,000 people.
To review clinical research and additional information on
Pycnogenol®, visit www.pycnogenol.com.
Pycnogenol® is available in more than 1,000 dietary
supplements and health products worldwide.
About Pycnogenol®
Pycnogenol® is a natural plant extract originating from
the bark of the maritime pine that grows along the coast of
southwest France and is found to contain a unique combination of
procyanidins, bioflavonoids and phenolic acids, which offer
extensive natural health benefits. The extract has been widely
studied for the past 40 years and has more than 450 published
studies and review articles ensuring safety and efficacy as an
ingredient. Today, Pycnogenol® is available in more than
1,000 dietary supplements and health products worldwide. For more
information, visit www.pycnogenol.com.
About Horphag Research
Horphag Research is the exclusive worldwide distributor for
Pycnogenol® (pic-noj-en-all) brand French maritime pine
bark extract. Pycnogenol® is a registered trademark of
Horphag Research. For its patented ingredient,
Pycnogenol®, Horphag Research has been awarded the Frost
& Sullivan Excellence in Research Award, Nutraceutical Business
& Technology Safety & Quality Award, SupplySide West
Scientific Excellence Award and The American Botanical Council's
Tyler Research Award. Horphag Research has the exclusive rights to
market and sell Pycnogenol® worldwide and benefits from
more than 40 years of scientific research assuring the safety and
efficacy of Pycnogenol® as a dietary supplement.
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