Pycnogenol 5%

The Ordinary Pycnogenol 5% is a lightweight antioxidant serum built around a single hero: Pycnogenol®, a natural extract from the bark of French maritime pine trees. Its job is quiet but useful — nurture the skin, boost hydration, and improve how firm and elastic your skin appears.

What it actually does

• Supports collagen and elastin. According to The Ordinary, this pine bark extract helps protect these two structural proteins, nurturing skin from within.
• Boosts hydration. Enhanced hydration is one of the serum's two stated aims, which is why dryness is on its concern list.
• Improves the look of elasticity. The brand targets loss of firmness and elasticity with this formula.
• Doubles as an antioxidant booster. Mixed into other treatments, the brand says it significantly raises their antioxidant capacity.
• Clean basics. Paraben-free, vegan, cruelty-free, gluten-free, recyclable packaging.

How to use

1. Apply on its own, or after your water-based serums and before oils and heavier creams.
2. Alternatively, blend a few drops into another treatment to strengthen its antioxidant punch.
3. Patch test before first use, apply only to unbroken skin, and pause if irritation appears.

Is it right for you?

Questions

What exactly is Pycnogenol?

A trademarked natural plant extract taken from the bark of French maritime pine trees. The Ordinary uses it at 5% for its ability to support and help protect the skin's own collagen and elastin.

Where does it go in my routine?

After water-based serums, before oils and heavier creams — or simply on its own. You can also mix it directly into another treatment to raise that product's antioxidant capacity.

How long does delivery take?

Delivery takes 3 to 21 working days, depending on availability. In-stock items arrive at the shorter end of that range; items we order in for you take longer.

How can I pay?

Credit card, debit card, Instapay and mobile wallets — no cash on delivery.

What's the return policy?

Returns are accepted for defective, damaged or expired items only, reported within 1 day of delivery. Once verified, we refund to the original payment method within 15–30 days.