Silica/Horsetail ON the hair and Scalp

[iCandey]

I tried taking Silica/Horsetail and really hate what it does to my skin. So, last week, instead of ingesting it, I decided to open a capsule and add it to my preshampoo oil treatment (along with EPO). Can any one tell me if it is safe on the hair? I have put it on my temples twice to test it, and so far nothing bad has happened. But I would like to hear from either folks who have also done this or supplement experts before continuing this method. Please let me know.

 

[Wanda]

iCandey, What does it do to your skin? Does it make your skin oily? because my skin has been breaking out bad lately(I normally have nice skin)and is very oiliy. I just recently started taking Silica and was wondering was this the culprit....

 

[iCandey]

Yes it probably is! Many people have problems with silica and skin...it makes me break out somewhat and my skin is usually pimple free..do a search on silica and you may be able to get more info on the skin issue. (msm makes some people break out too)

 

[jamaraa]

Yes...silicia in the form of horsetail herb is very nice topically, if YOUR body isn't allegric to it.

 

[iCandey]

okay thank you so much for the input..have you used it on hair?

 

[jamaraa]

Yes, I have. It's a common ingredient in some of the product lines w/ a more "natural" leaning. I've also used the herb in things I've prepared for myself. For me, it adds strength/shine.

 

[iCandey]

Ok. Thanks, now I can use it with out fear.