Shave grass (horsetail)

Horsetail (Equisetum arvense), also known as shavegrass, is a potent ancient plant that dates back to prehistoric times. Revered for its high silica content, it’s a staple in holistic wellness for strengthening bones, skin, hair, and nails, as well as supporting urinary and kidney health.

Holistic & Medicinal Benefits

****AVOID IF PREGNANT OR SUFFER KIDNEY ISSUES****

Bone, Joint & Connective Tissue Support

• Exceptionally rich in organic silica, which supports the formation of collagen, bone density, cartilage, and connective tissue.

• Beneficial for osteoporosis, arthritis, joint pain, and overall structural integrity.

Hair, Skin, & Nail Health

• Silica also strengthens hair shafts, promotes hair growth, thickens nails, and helps improve skin elasticity.

• Often used in herbal hair rinses, infusions, or capsules for beauty support.

Urinary Tract & Kidney Health

• Horsetail is a natural diuretic—it gently increases urination, helping the body eliminate excess fluids and toxins.

• Useful for UTIs, water retention, kidney/bladder stones, and edema.

• Also mildly astringent, helping to tone and heal urinary tissue.

Wound Healing

• Antimicrobial and tissue-repairing properties make it helpful for external wounds, burns, or ulcers.

• Can be used in salves, poultices, or compresses for skin healing.

Menstrual Support:

• Astringent properties may reduce excessive menstrual bleeding or support postpartum healing.

• Strengthens uterine tone when used in small amounts.

Beauty Benefits:

Silica-Rich Skin Food

• Improves skin structure, reduces signs of aging, and supports collagen synthesis.

• Great in steams, face masks, or infused oils for revitalizing tired or aging skin.

Scalp & Hair Growth:

• Used in herbal rinses or infusions, horsetail strengthens roots, prevents shedding, and encourages thickness.

• Combines well with rosemary, nettle, and lavender for a full-spectrum hair formula.

Energetic & Spiritual Benefits

Structural Clarity & Boundaries:

• Symbolically supports energetic boundaries, uprightness, and clarity—like its tall, straight growth.

• Useful in rituals for strengthening will, spine, or boundaries in relationships or energetic space.

Connection to Ancient Earth Wisdom

• One of the oldest plants on Earth, it carries an ancient grounding energy.

• Helps attune you to ancestral wisdom, earth cycles, and inner resilience.