Product Image

Bone-Sil

Terry Naturally
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(30 ratings)
Horsetail 800 mg
Product Image
Score67
Good botanical identification and a substantial extract are offset by an undisclosed silica yield and modest value. It is a narrow structural-support formula rather than a complete hair or nail blend.
How scoring works
Quantity:60 Tablet(s) • (30 servings)
Goals:
Hair Health
Nail Health

Score 67

Good botanical identification and a substantial extract are offset by an undisclosed silica yield and modest value. It is a narrow structural-support formula rather than a complete hair or nail blend.
How scoring works
$27.30($0.91 per serving)
iHerb
$ 30.00
Vitacost
$ 34.36
Daily Vita
$ 27.30
Report prices

Analysis

The formula provides a substantial Equisetum arvense aerial extract, which improves confidence about the botanical source. The inclusion of vitamin D adds a small supporting nutrient without making the formula overly broad.

No silica percentage or elemental silicon amount is supplied, so the extract weight does not establish active potency. The tablet format may also be less convenient for people who prefer capsules or liquids.

It is most relevant to users concerned with brittle hair or nails who value species and plant-part disclosure. The higher serving cost is difficult to justify without standardization or broader structural support.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking identified Equisetum arvense
  • People focused on brittle hair or nails
  • Users comfortable taking tablets
Best for
  • Clearly identified horsetail source
  • Focused botanical supplementation
  • Users who want a small vitamin D addition

Pros

  • Species and aerial plant part are disclosed
  • Substantial horsetail extract amount
  • Simple formula with little padding

Cons

  • Silica yield is not quantified
  • Vitamin D adds limited breadth
  • Weak value for an unstandardized extract

Warnings

  • Horsetail may increase urination and can compound the effect of diuretics
  • Long-term use of unstandardized horsetail may affect thiamine status
  • People with kidney or electrolyte problems should confirm suitability before use

Nutrient quality

79 High impact

Species and aerial-part identification support better-than-average horsetail quality. Unquantified silica and a small vitamin D contribution leave the effective dose less certain.

.

Ingredient transparency

74 High impact

Active amounts are clearly listed and no proprietary blend hides the supplied doses. Missing daily directions, excipients, and some form or potency details keep disclosure incomplete.

.

Customer satisfaction

59 Moderate impact

The supplied average is very strong, but the review base is small. Specific review comments were not provided, so repeated complaints and purpose-specific experiences cannot be assessed.

.

Value for money

52 Moderate impact

A substantial, clearly sourced horsetail extract provides some formula value. High serving cost and missing silica yield reduce competitiveness.

.
Report analysis

Goals

Hair Health
Impact
Moderate effect
C- Goal FitC- Strength of SupportF CoverageB+ Formula Quality
Vitamin D · 200 IU

Horsetail is a traditional silica source that may support hair-shaft strength and reduce brittleness. The extract has a substantial total weight, but the label does not state its actual silica yield.

Vitamin D is included only at a light amount and does not broaden the formula meaningfully. The narrow structural pathway may suit breakage concerns better than active shedding or follicle growth.

Study evidence
Horsetail Not classified

No linked studies yet.

Vitamin D Disputed 34 studies
Nail Health
Impact
Moderate effect
C- Goal FitD+ Strength of SupportD- CoverageB+ Formula Quality
Horsetail · 800 mg

Horsetail offers a plausible silicon source for nail plate strength, but the actual silica yield is not disclosed. The large extract amount looks substantial while human evidence for brittle nails remains limited.

Species and aerial plant part are identified, yet missing standardization prevents confirmation of active silicon delivery. The simple formula avoids unrelated ingredients but covers only one structural pathway.

Study evidence
Horsetail Not classified

No linked studies yet.

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol)
200 IU
Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) aerial extract
800 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free Sugar Free
Report overview
Horsetail · 800 mg OverallScore52
C+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityD Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

Clear Equisetum arvense identification, an aerial-part source, and an 800 mg extract amount are meaningful strengths. The label does not state a silica percentage or yield, leaving active mineral delivery uncertain. A hard tablet and high serving cost reduce the appeal of an otherwise substantial extract.

Loading alternative details
Report alternatives

Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Increased prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in patients with alopecia areata: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Lee S; Kim BJ; Lee CH; Lee WS · Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV · 2018
    Meta-analysis2,039 participants14 studies pooledHair Health forVitamin D
  2. Intralesional vitamin D3 in treatment of alopecia areata: A randomized controlled clinical trial.
    Rashad AF; Elgamal E; Fouda I · Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2022
    Randomized trial60 participantsHair Health forVitamin D
  3. Vitamin D and its Analogs in Treatment of Mild to Moderate Alopecia Areata: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
    Alsaati AA; Kaliyadan F; Alsaadoun D; Alzakry LM; Alzabadin RA; Hakami TH; Rubaian NFB · Indian dermatology online journal · 2025
    Meta-analysisHair Health forVitamin D
  4. Topical calcipotriol vs narrowband ultraviolet B in treatment of alopecia areata: a randomized-controlled trial.
    El Taieb MA; Hegazy EM; Ibrahim HM; Osman AB; Abualhamd M · Archives of dermatological research · 2020
    Randomized trial60 participantsHair Health forVitamin D
  5. Serum 25 hydroxyvitamin D in non-scarring alopecia: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Chen Y; Dong X; Wang Y; Li Y; Xiong L; Li L · Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2024
    Meta-analysis10,670 participants23 studies pooledHair Health forVitamin D