Horsetail (Equisetum Arvense)

The silica herb — hair, skin, nails, bones, and connective tissue support from one of Earth's most ancient plants.

Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) is a living fossil — unchanged since the age of the dinosaurs — and one of the richest plant sources of bioavailable silica on Earth. Silica is essential for collagen synthesis, bone mineralisation, and the strength of hair, skin, and nails. Long used in European herbalism and now backed by modern research, horsetail is the go-to herb for anyone looking to strengthen connective tissue, support kidney health, or accelerate healing.

Key Benefits
Hair strength & growth · Nail strength · Skin elasticity & collagen · Bone & connective tissue · Kidney & urinary tonic · Anti-inflammatory

How to Use
Steep 1–2 tsp dried horsetail in 250ml hot water for 10–15 mins. Drink 1–2 cups daily. Mild, slightly grassy flavour. For best mineral absorption, use with vitamin C or rosehip. Often combined with nettle for a hair and nail strength blend.

When to Expect Results
Nail strength: 4–6 weeks · Hair quality: 6–12 weeks · Bone & connective tissue support: 3+ months of consistent use.

Who It's For
• Hair thinning, breakage & slow growth
• Weak, brittle nails
• Skin elasticity & anti-ageing
• Bone density & joint support
• Kidney & urinary tract health

Who Should Avoid
• Pregnant or nursing — avoid
• Kidney disease — consult GP (diuretic action)
• On diuretics or lithium — may interact
• Thiamine deficiency — contains thiaminase; avoid long-term use without B1 supplementation
• Nicotine sensitivity — contains trace nicotine alkaloids

Storage
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Best used within 12–18 months.

Organically grown · Third-party tested · Free from pesticides & contaminants.