Flora Florasil, Highly Bioavailable Organic Silica with Bioflavonoids
Flora Florasil Details Flora Florasil is an organic vegetal silica supplement derived from spring horsetail. Silica is one of the main building blocks of collagen — the protein you r skin, hair, nails, bones, and connective tissue rely on. Florasil uses a patented water-based extraction method to deliver silica in a highly absorbable form, bonded with bioflavonoids that help it absorb through the intestinal wall. Each 410 mg capsule provides 4.7 mg of silicon. Vitamins Lowest Prices | Lowest Price in Canada — Guaranteed | Ships from Ontario across Canada Quick Facts Silicon per capsule 4.7 mg (from 10 mg mineral silica) Source Spring horsetail (Equisetum arvense), harvested in spring when soluble silica content is highest Extraction Patented water-based extraction — no chemical solvents Special feature Bonded with bioflavonoids for absorption Format Vegetable capsule (vegan-friendly) Packaging Amber glass bottle (better for protecting plant compounds than plastic) Diet Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free Best taken Daily with water, as directed Who Florasil Is For Adults focused on healthy hair, skin, and nails — silica is a key building block of all three People who want to support their body's natural collagen production from the inside (rather than just applying collagen creams) Women noticing thinning hair, brittle nails, or skin elasticity changes after age 40 Anyone wanting a plant-based silica source rather than an animal-derived collagen supplement People looking for a single-ingredient beauty supplement without filler ingredients or proprietary blends Who this product is NOT for: If you mostly want fast visible results, a topical product may give faster cosmetic results, while silica works from the inside over weeks and months. People with horsetail or fern allergies should avoid this product. Vitamart's Take Flora Florasil is a plant-based silica supplement for hair, skin, and nail support. The silica comes from spring horsetail, a botanical naturally rich in silica, and is paired with bioflavonoids in a water-based extract. As a silica-based option, it offers a vegan alternative to animal-derived collagen supplements. It’s vegan and gluten-free. How Florasil Compares Florasil vs Collagen Supplements Florasil: A plant-based building block (silica) that supports your body's own collagen production. Vegan, gluten-free, smaller capsule size. Collagen Supplements: Direct collagen peptides (usually from bovine or marine sources). Higher protein content, faster visible effects for some people. Not vegan. Florasil vs Basic Silica Supplements Florasil: Water-extracted from spring horsetail, bonded with bioflavonoids for absorption. Higher absorption. Basic Silica: Often chemically extracted or synthetic, without the bioflavonoid pairing. Lower cost but lower absorption. Florasil vs Biotin Supplements Florasil: A structural building block for hair, skin, and nails (silica supports collagen formation). Biotin: A B vitamin involved in keratin production. Often paired with silica for hair and nail support. Both work through different pathways and can be taken together. What Is Silica and Why Does It Matter? Silicon is a mineral found in small amounts throughout the body — in skin, hair, nails, bones, tendons, blood vessels, and connective tissue. Your body uses silicon to: Build collagen — the protein that gives skin its elasticity, hair its strength, and connective tissue its structure Maintain bones and cartilage — silicon is involved in normal bone formation Support tendons, ligaments, and joints The natural silicon content in modern diets is often lower than it used to be (because of how food is processed), which is why some adults supplement to make up the difference. Silica is the form of silicon found in plants like horsetail — the same form used in Florasil. How To Use Adults: Take capsules daily with water, as directed on the label. Most people take Florasil for 8–12 weeks to notice changes in hair, nails, and skin. Talk to a healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a medical condition, are taking medication, or have horsetail or fern allergies. Drink plenty of water while using horsetail-based products. Frequently Asked Questions ➕ What is silica used for? Silica provides silicon, a mineral your body uses to build collagen, maintain healthy hair and skin elasticity, strengthen nails, and support bones, tendons, and connective tissue. ➕ How long until I see results? Hair, nail, and skin changes typically take 8–12 weeks of consistent daily use. Silica works at the cellular level over time, not overnight. Many people notice nail strength first, then hair, then skin elasticity. ➕ Is Florasil vegan? Yes. Florasil is plant-based silica from spring horsetail. It's certified vegan and a popular alternative to collagen supplements for people who don't want animal-derived ingredients. ➕ What's the difference between Florasil and basic silica? Florasil uses a patented water-based extraction that preserves the bioflavonoids naturally found in spring horsetail. Those bioflavonoids help the silica absorb through the intestinal wall. Many basic silica supplements use chemical extraction that loses these absorption-supporting compounds. ➕ Can I take Florasil with a collagen supplement? Yes. They work through different pathways — Florasil provides the silica building block, and collagen supplements provide ready-made collagen peptides. Many people combine them, especially for hair, skin, and nail support. ➕ Why is it in an amber glass bottle? Amber glass protects light-sensitive plant compounds (including bioflavonoids) from UV degradation better than plastic. It's also more environmentally friendly and recyclable. Pairs Well With Collagen Supplements — ready-made collagen peptides for additional support Biotin Supplements — commonly paired with silica for hair and nails Vitamin C Supplements — essential for the body's collagen synthesis Multivitamins — daily nutritional foundation 💡 Subscribe & save up to 10% on every order — never run out of your daily supplements. 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