Silica

From Bambusa breviflora
or Colloidal Silicon Dioxide

An essential nutrient needed for collagen production in the body. Often referred to as the “beauty mineral”, silica helps to support skin elasticity, strong nails and healthy hair growth.

Origin

Germany, India

Concerns

  • Weak & Brittle Nails
  • Thinning Hair
  • Wrinkles
  • Ageing
  • Dry Skin

Benefits

Supports skin elasticity and texture Healthy hair growth Reduces fine lines Supports strong nails

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Silica is frequently referred to as the “beauty mineral”. As the third most abundant trace mineral in the body (just after iron and zinc), this triple threat trace mineral helps to support our skin’s elasticity as well as works to support strong nails and healthy hair growth. You can think of silica as collagen’s best friend. While collagen work...
Silica is frequently referred to as the “beauty mineral”. As the third most abundant trace mineral in the body (just after iron and zinc), this triple threat trace mineral helps to support our skin’s elasticity as well as works to support strong nails and healthy hair growth.

You can think of silica as collagen’s best friend. While collagen works to support youthful and bouncy skin, it’s silica that actually helps to produce collagen from the get-go. Acting as a sort of glue, silica helps to hold our connective tissue together and helps the skin naturally retain water.

Supplementing with silica has been shown to help improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improve overall skin texture, as well as help to strengthen both hair and nails.

Research and studies

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