LAC Masquelier's® French Pine Bark Extract 50 Tablets – French Pine Bark Extract with OPCs

LAC Masquelier's® French Pine Bark Extract is a plant-based antioxidant food supplement that combines French pine bark extract with MASQUELIER's® Original OPCs, a blend of polyphenolic compounds from plant sources, including French grape (Vitis vinifera).

Each tablet provides 100 mg of the MASQUELIER's® extract blend, standardized to 85% active compounds, including flavanols and polyphenols in monomeric and oligomeric forms.

The product belongs to the LAC Masquelier's® range, specializing in supplements based on OPCs (oligomeric proanthocyanidin complexes, complexes of oligomeric proanthocyanidins).

What is LAC Masquelier's French Pine Bark Extract used for?

Complementing the diet with plant polyphenols

Polyphenols are compounds naturally present in foods such as grapes, some fruits, seeds, and certain plant barks.

Pine and grape extracts contain different families of polyphenols, including flavanols and proanthocyanidins.

OPCs are researched for their antioxidant properties and their possible effects on different physiological processes.

Nutritional interest for circulation

LAC presents the product as a supplement also aimed at circulatory well-being.

Extracts rich in polyphenols have been studied in relation to parameters of vascular function and microcirculation.

However, it should not be claimed that this formula has been proven to improve circulation, treat venous insufficiency, or reduce varicose veins.

Relationship with collagen and skin

Collagen is an important structural protein for the skin, blood vessels, and other connective tissues.

LAC highlights the relationship of OPCs with the collagen matrix as part of its commercial positioning.

This does not mean that the supplement provides collagen or that it has been proven to increase its production or eliminate wrinkles.

Concentrated plant formula

The main feature of the product is that it combines plant extracts with a declared standardization of 85% active compounds.

This information helps differentiate it from products that only indicate a total amount of pine bark without specifying the content of their polyphenolic components.

What makes this product different from other antioxidants?

1. MASQUELIER's® Original OPCs: uses a blend identified by the manufacturer, with monomeric and oligomeric flavanols and polyphenols.
2. French pine bark extract: should not be automatically confused with other commercial pine extracts, such as Pycnogenol®, as they are ingredients from different brands and specifications.
3. Combination with grape extract: the list of ingredients includes French Vitis vinifera.
4. Standardization to 85%: LAC declares 85% active compounds in the blend.
5. Vegetarian format: the manufacturer indicates that the tablets are suitable for vegetarians.
6. European manufacturing: LAC declares that it is manufactured in the Netherlands.

Who is it intended for?

• Adults interested in complementing their diet with plant polyphenols.
• People looking for a French pine extract combined with OPCs.
• Users who wish to know the standardization of their supplement.
• People who prefer plant tablets without ingredients of animal origin, according to the manufacturer's declaration.
• Adults interested in plant-based antioxidant formulas.

French pine bark extract

Pine bark extract is a plant-based source of polyphenolic compounds.

The official product information sheet identifies its origin as French, but does not specify the exact botanical species of pine.

Therefore, a specific species should not be added, nor should the ingredient be presented as equivalent to Pycnogenol®.

French grape extract — Vitis vinifera

The formula includes Vitis vinifera extract, a plant known for its phenolic compound content.

The manufacturer does not specify how much of the 100 mg corresponds to grape extract and how much to pine extract.

MASQUELIER'S® Original OPCs

OPCs are oligomeric proanthocyanidin complexes belonging to the polyphenol family.

LAC describes their combination as a mixture of monomeric and oligomeric forms of flavanols and polyphenols.

No independent amount of oligomeric OPCs is declared.

Other ingredients

According to the official Hong Kong product information sheet:

Microcrystalline cellulose.

Magnesium stearate.

Allergens and dietary characteristics

LAC indicates in its international product information sheets that the product is certified free from:

Yeast.

Wheat.

Maize.

Milk.

Egg.

Soy.

Gluten.

Animal derivatives.

Sugar.

Starch.

It is also declared suitable for vegetarians, with no added artificial preservatives or colorings.

Take 1 to 2 tablets daily with water or fruit juice.

It also provides a guideline of at least one tablet for every 45 kg of body weight.

This weight-based indication should be interpreted alongside the manufacturer's general guidelines, not as authorization to increase the daily amount indefinitely.

When is the best time to take it?

The Hong Kong product information sheet does not specify a particular time.

The LAC Singapore product information sheet recommends taking it before meals.

To maintain a consistent routine, it can be taken before breakfast or another meal, provided this is appropriate and the instructions on the physical label are followed.

How long does the container last?

The 50-tablet pack provides:

50 days, taking one per day.

25 days, taking two per day.

How long should it be taken for?

The manufacturer does not specify a maximum duration or a minimum period required to achieve results.

Visible effects should not be promised after a specific number of days.

Can it be combined with vitamin C?

In general, plant polyphenols and vitamin C can be part of the same nutritional routine.

Vitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative damage and to the normal formation of collagen for the normal functioning of the skin and blood vessels.

These claims apply to vitamin C and should not be attributed to Masquelier's French Pine Bark Extract, which does not declare added vitamin C.

Can it be combined with collagen?

There is no known general incompatibility between collagen peptides and the plant extracts in this formula.

However, it has not been shown that the combination produces an additional improvement in skin firmness.

Can it be combined with omega-3?

This may be possible, but it is advisable to review pharmacological treatments and individual circumstances, especially when using medications that affect blood clotting.

Precautions

Consult a doctor if you are taking medication or have any medical conditions.

Consult before using during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Consult if you are taking anticoagulants or antiplatelet medications.

Do not exceed the recommended amount without professional guidance.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not replace a balanced diet with food supplements.

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Cold chain products: €25 additional (Mainland only)
Canary Islands: €40 | Balearic Islands: €25 (maximum 5 kg)

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1. What is LAC Masquelier's French Pine Bark Extract?

It is a plant-based food supplement that combines French pine bark extract with MASQUELIER's® Original OPCs, a blend of polyphenolic compounds.

2. What is it used for?

It is formulated to supplement the diet with plant polyphenols.

LAC markets it as an antioxidant and associates it with circulatory well-being and collagen, although no clinically proven effects of this formula should be considered.

3. What are OPCs?

They are oligomeric proanthocyanidin complexes, plant compounds belonging to the polyphenol family.

They are naturally found in various foods and plants, including grapes.

4. How many milligrams does each tablet contain?

Each tablet provides 100 mg of the MASQUELIER's® French Pine Bark Extract and Original OPCs combination.

5. What does 85% active compounds mean?

It means that LAC declares a standardization of 85% in monomeric and oligomeric flavanols and polyphenols.

In 100 mg of extracts, this would be equivalent to 85 mg of these active compounds.

It does not necessarily mean 85 mg of pure OPCs.

6. Does it contain grape seed extract?

The list of ingredients identifies French Vitis vinifera extract.

However, it does not expressly specify the part of the plant used. Therefore, it should not be stated that it comes exclusively from grape seeds.

7. Is it the same as Pycnogenol®?

No.

Pycnogenol® and MASQUELIER's® are different brand names.

Although both are associated with plant extracts rich in polyphenols, it should not be assumed that their raw materials, standardizations, and studies are interchangeable.

8. Is it a more powerful antioxidant than vitamin C?

LAC uses a commercial comparison of the antioxidant activity of OPCs versus vitamins C and E.

However, the results of chemical tests do not allow it to be stated that taking this supplement produces an antioxidant protection 20 times superior to vitamin C within the body.

9. Can it improve blood circulation?

Polyphenols have been investigated in relation to certain vascular parameters.

It has not been demonstrated that this product treats poor circulation, venous insufficiency, or varicose veins.

10. Is it useful for tired legs?

It should not be presented as a proven treatment for tired or swollen legs.

If there are frequent symptoms, pain, or persistent swelling, it is advisable to consult a professional to identify the cause.

11. Can it help maintain skin collagen?

LAC commercially associates OPCs with the collagen matrix.

However, it has not been demonstrated that this formula increases collagen synthesis or guaranteed improves skin elasticity.

12. Does it contain collagen?

No.

It contains plant extracts rich in polyphenols, but it does not declare collagen as an ingredient.

13. Can it reduce wrinkles?

There is not enough specific evidence to guarantee that this formula reduces wrinkles or reverses the visible signs of aging.

14. How many tablets should be taken per day?

LAC recommends one to two tablets daily with water or juice.

It also provides guidance related to body weight.

15. How long does the container last?

The 50-tablet presentation lasts between 25 and 50 days, depending on whether two or one is taken per day.

16. Is it suitable for vegetarians?

Yes. LAC declares that it is suitable for vegetarians and that it does not contain animal derivatives.

17. Does it contain gluten?

LAC's international data sheets identify it as gluten-free.

It is advisable to check that this statement also appears on the label of the marketed batch.

18. Does it contain caffeine?

The official composition does not declare caffeine.

It is not a stimulant supplement with an immediate effect.

19. Can it be taken with medications?

It should be consulted with a doctor or pharmacist before combining it with medications.

It is especially important to check for possible interactions when using anticoagulants or antiplatelet agents.

20. Can it be taken during pregnancy?

The manufacturer recommends consulting a doctor beforehand during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

21. Where is it manufactured?

LAC indicates that it is manufactured in the Netherlands.

22. Are there different container sizes?

Yes. LAC markets presentations of 50, 175, and 300 tablets in certain markets.

This data sheet corresponds exclusively to the 50-tablet presentation, reference 01400030.

23. Why can the tablets vary in color?

The manufacturer indicates that natural color variations between batches may occur due to the plant ingredients.

24. Is it necessary to store it in the refrigerator?

Mandatory refrigeration is not indicated.

LAC recommends storing it in a cool, dry place, protected from direct sunlight.