Horsetail
32Horsetail
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Origin:
China
Native to Europe, Asia, and North America. Widely distributed across temperate regions, including parts of China.
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Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) is a silica-rich herb traditionally used to strengthen connective tissue, support urinary flow, and promote healthy skin, hair, and nails. Known for its astringent and mineralising properties, horsetail is brewed as a tea or used in rinses and washes for its deep restorative action. Our dried aerial parts are vibrant and fresh, ideal for everyday tonic use or short-term cleansing.
- Traditionally used for urinary tract support, wound healing, and connective tissue repair
- High in silica and minerals to nourish bones, hair, nails, and skin
- Helps clear excess fluid and supports kidney and bladder health
- Popular in beauty, bone, detox, and “herbal calcium” blends
- Soothing and astringent — used topically for rashes, acne, or skin healing
Tea (infusion): Steep 1–2 tsp in hot water for 10–15 minutes. Drink 1–3 cups daily. For stronger mineral release, simmer gently for 15–20 minutes.
Bone or beauty blends: Combine with nettle, oatstraw, or gotu kola for hair, nails, or post-exercise recovery.
Topical: Use cooled tea as a hair rinse, skin wash, or compress for inflammation, bruises, or rashes.
Bath soak: Add strong infusion to a warm bath to soothe joints or skin irritation.
Vinegar or oil infusion: Steep dried horsetail in apple cider vinegar for a remineralising tonic or in oil for salves and body care.
Horsetail is a prehistoric plant known for its strength and resilience. Customers use it for skin, hair, bone, and bladder support. It pairs well with nettle and red clover in daily mineral blends and is especially loved in “beauty teas.” Some use it as a rinse for scalp health and shine, or infuse it into vinegar for spring cleanses. For mineral benefits, simmer well and enjoy in cycles rather than continuously.
Not for use during pregnancy or with kidney conditions unless guided. Avoid long-term internal use without breaks. Contains thiaminase and trace nicotine — not for children or pets. Store airtight and away from moisture.
- Actions: Diuretic, astringent, vulnerary, mineral tonic, anti-inflammatory
- Systems: Urinary, musculoskeletal, integumentary, connective tissue
- Energetics: Drying, slightly cooling, mineral-rich
- Pairings: Nettle, red clover, comfrey (topical), gotu kola, oatstraw
- Clinical note: Avoid continuous internal use beyond 4 weeks. May interfere with thiamine if taken long-term. Best used in cycles with breaks. Not suitable for pets or small children internally.
This information is for general reference only. Consult a qualified practitioner if pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medications, or managing chronic conditions. Not recommended for long-term continuous use. Use caution with kidney or cardiovascular issues.
