{"title":"Pycnogenol Pine Bark","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh Collagen Count for Anti-Aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ewg.org\/skindeep\/\" title=\"EWG Rating for Ingredients\"\u003eEWG Rating\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0069\/7719\/1993\/files\/score-image-1_1.png?v=1614785574\" alt=\"EWG rating of pine bark\" class=\"img-responsive\" width=\"85\" height=\"85\" style=\"float: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e {Pinus pinaster}\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e {Pine bark, pycnogenol, maritime pine, cluster pine}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of today's \u003cstrong\u003emost potent ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e are not the ones chemically synthesized in a lab but rather the ones that have been used for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePine bark is one of those ingredients used in traditional skincare for thousands of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNatural Collagen Source\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the main components of pine bark is \u003cem\u003ecollagen\u003c\/em\u003e, which occurs naturally in our skin and most plants' cells. This natural collagen can help rebuild sunken skin, which happens as we age, as our natural collagen deposits begin to decay. As a result, the skin is less able to regenerate and replace these cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePine bark has an unusually \u003ca title=\"Syn-Coll Collagen Booster\" href=\"\/products\/syn-coll\"\u003ehigh collagen content\u003c\/a\u003e, making it a potent extract to improve the look of sagging, wrinkled skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it is also packed with antioxidants, pine bark is excellent for women with aging skin. Antioxidants can scavenge the skin for free radicals, which significantly harm the skin's cells. Instead, antioxidants seek out these rampant cells and neutralize them, allowing the skin to flush them away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is especially important for women who have had too much sun exposure. The more time we spend in the sun, the more photoaging occurs on our skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a potent antioxidant like pine bark protects the skin from premature aging. In addition, topical applications help diminish the signs of aging, discolorations, dryness, blemishes, fine lines, and wrinkles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits of on Aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePine bark has  anti-inflammatory properties. When skin becomes inflamed, it takes on a red and puffy appearance. Not only does this cloud the complexion, it can also irritate other skin conditions or cause them to occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePine bark can help to reduce the look of inflammation, revealing more radiant-looking skin. In addition, because it is anti-inflammatory, it can accelerate the skin's natural regeneration process and deliver collagen and antioxidants to sites of irritation so that the skin can better replenish itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePine bark has natural oxygen content. It provides an essential nutrient to cells to help their energy-producing process and help build healthy, long-living cells. However, because of this oxygen content, it can deteriorate when not kept in an air-tight container. For the best effects, use an airless pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about\" title=\"WSU Human Development Skincare Specialist\"\u003eKari Thomas\u003c\/a\u003e wrote this article.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"syn-coll","title":"Syn-Coll Peptide Serum Booster 0.5 oz","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSyn-Coll is Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, used at 1 to 3% for the look of firmer skin and softened vertical lines. It is one of the easiest peptides to add to something you already own.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a formulation ingredient, not a finished serum. Do not apply it undiluted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is in the bottle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINCI:\u003c\/strong\u003e Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e0.5 fl oz blue glass dropper bottle. Paraben-free, vegan, cruelty-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow much to add\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended usage rate is 1 to 3%. Using our house rate of 9 drops per 1% per fluid ounce:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConcentration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInto 1 oz\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInto 2 oz\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1%\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 drops · 0.3 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 drops · 0.6 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2%\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 drops · 0.6 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36 drops · 1.2 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3%\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27 drops · 0.9 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54 drops · 1.8 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFull conversions on the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/product-instructions-for-serum-boosters\"\u003eserum booster chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSyn-Coll is used for the look of firmness, and it is particularly good on \u003cstrong\u003efine vertical lines\u003c\/strong\u003e — the ones that show up on the upper lip and between the brows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA few drops into an eye cream or a serum you already own is the simplest way to use it. You do not need to reformulate anything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to pair it with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSyn-Coll and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/matrixyl\"\u003eMatrixyl 3000\u003c\/a\u003e are the classic pairing — both sit in the firmness group but take different routes, so they complement rather than duplicate. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/argireline-acetyl-hexapeptide-8\"\u003eArgireline\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hyaluronic-acid-serum\"\u003ehyaluronic acid\u003c\/a\u003e layer in cleanly on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the combined total sensible. The base still has to be mostly base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a water-based serum, lotion or cream.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the drops for 1 to 3%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCap and shake well, or stir it through a cream.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefrigerate what you are not using.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMore options in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/syn-coll-tripeptide\"\u003eSyn-Coll\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/serum-boosters\"\u003eSerum Boosters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor external use only. Cosmetic grade. Do not apply undiluted to skin. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSyn-Coll is a registered trademark of DSM.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DSM-Firmenich AG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37078708879525,"sku":"SPO-Syn-Coll-.5oz","price":36.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0069\/7719\/1993\/files\/syn-coll-wrinkle-treatment.jpg?v=1762819142"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0069\/7719\/1993\/collections\/e7acaf6609133ca95c72a9eee03a9a42_e712f75e-3c85-4c00-8b19-517e0e924224-3441624.jpg?v=1762819257","url":"https:\/\/nituralorganicskincare.com\/collections\/pycnogenol-pine-bark.oembed","provider":"Skin Perfection Natural and Organic Skin Care","version":"1.0","type":"link"}