Bioflavonoids. Plant pigments whose potent antioxidant powers keep fruits and vegetables from turning brown. Act as powerful antioxidants in the body and considered effective free-radical scavengers.
Bioflavonoids: (Vitamin P - Hesperidin, Rutin & Qercetin) Bioflavonoids such as Quercetin, Rutin, and Hesperidin are vital in their ability to increase the strength of the capillaries (blood vessels) and to regulate their permeability.
"A spot treatment containing citrus bioflavonoids, which have both a lightening and an anti-inflammatory effect, may help speed fading by turning off pigment-producing cells," says Fusco. Try Sampar Spot Lighter, $45, beauty360.com.
Pycnogenol contains a high concentration of antioxidants such as polyphenols (grapes) and bioflavonoids (green tea).
One of the most powerful antioxidants around, high in proanthocyanidins, a group of bioflavonoids superior to most because they are water soluble and much more easily assimilated by the body.
They have up to 60 times the Vitamin C of citrus fruit as well as containing the bioflavonoids that aid in the absorption of Vitamin C. Used to fight infection & curb stress.
 See also: Flavonoids, Body, Natural, Bioflavonoid, Active
  
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