Hübner Original silicea^®

Knowledge

After oxygen, silicon (Si) is the second most abundant element on the earth's surface. It occurs naturally only in a bound form e.g. with oxygen in the form of silicon dioxide and is the most important rock-forming mineral. The compound of silicon (Si), oxygen and water is called silicic acid. It is an important part of the supporting tissue of animals and plants.

With a total of only 1.5 grammes in the human organism, silicon (Si) is one of the trace elements – but it fulfils a number of important functions. For instance, silicon (Si) is a prerequisite for strong and healthy hair. It promotes the formation of collagen and elastin, thus ensuring flexibility and strength of connective tissue, cartilage and blood vessels. Due to its high water-binding capacity, it helps the skin to retain moisture, thereby increasing its resilience.