Pterostilbene

Introduction

What is pterostilbene?

Pterostilbene is a natural analog of resveratrol that is found in the heartwood of the Indian kino tree Pterocarpus marsupium (R), as well as in grapes and blueberries (R). It is considered a more potent, stable and bioavailable alternative to resveratrol (R).

Efficacy

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Outcome	Grade	Effect	Evidence	Studies
Skin Brightness	C	⇧ Potential	★★ Some	1 study 38 participants
Skin Elasticity	C	⇧ Potential	★★ Some	1 study 38 participants
Skin Hydration	C	⇧ Potential	★★ Some	1 study 38 participants
Skin Smoothness	C	⇧ Potential	★★ Some	1 study 38 participants
Wrinkles	C	⇩ Potential	★★ Some	1 study 38 participants
Fine Lines	C	⇩ Potential	★★ Some	1 study 38 participants
Hyperpigmentation	E	– No Effect	★★ Some	1 study 38 participants

Mechanisms

Outcome	Grade	Effect	Evidence	Studies
Elastase	D	⇩ Potential	★ Basic	1 study
Mushroom Tyrosinase	D	⇩ Potential	★ Basic	1 study
Collagenase	D	⇩ Potential	★ Basic	1 study
Melanin	D	⇩ Potential	★ Basic	1 study

Latest Research

What is pterostilbene?

An Open-Label Single-Arm, Monocentric Study Assessing the Efficacy and Safety of Natural Pterostilbene (Pterocarpus marsupium) for Skin Brightening and Antiaging Effects (2020)