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What it does
Pycnogenol
Form not confirmedGrade —
Studied for circulation and several symptoms, but evidence is generally low-certainty and does not establish consistent benefits.
Ingredients (1)
Other ingredients
TalcAnti-caking
IARC classifies cosmetic-grade talc not containing asbestos as Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans); perineal talc use as Group 2A (probably carcinogenic). Johnson & Johnson voluntarily withdrew talc-based baby powder from US/Canada in 2020 and globally in 2022 after extensive litigation tied to ovarian-cancer and mesothelioma cases. The 2018 FDA contamination survey found asbestos in 9 of 52 cosmetic talc products tested. As a supplement excipient talc is a pure manufacturing convenience — no nutritional or functional benefit to the user — so the asbestos-exposure risk has no offsetting upside. Safer alternatives (silicon dioxide, microcrystalline cellulose, rice hulls) are widely available.
Titanium DioxideColorant
Banned in the EU (2022) over concerns that its ultra-fine particles may damage DNA in gut cells. Still allowed in the US. Used only for white coloring — provides no health benefit.
Magnesium StearateLubricant
A salt of stearic acid used as a lubricant in tablet and capsule production
Polyethylene Glycol (Coating)Coating
A polyether polymer used as a tablet coating and plasticizer
Sodium Copper ChlorophyllinColor
Water-soluble semisynthetic chlorophyll derivative used as a green colorant
Dicalcium PhosphateBinder
Calcium and phosphorus compound used as binder
GelatinCapsule
Protein derived from collagen, used in traditional capsule shells
Microcrystalline CelluloseBinder
Plant-derived cellulose used as a binder and filler in supplements
Lab testing
How to take it
With or without food
On the label
As a dietary supplement, take one capsule daily with food.
Price check
$64.99
$0.54 / serving
Pricier than 86% of 35 pycnogenol supplements
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Sources & Scoring
Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and the National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.
The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. studied ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.
Not medical advice. Consult your healthcare professional.