--- product_id: 3375732 title: "Supplements, MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) Powder, Supports Healthy Cartilage*, Joint Health*, 8-Ounce" brand: "now foods" price: "VT6160" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Now Foods" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/3375732-supplements-msm-methylsulfonylmethane-powder-supports-healthy-cartilage-joint-health-8 store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Supports cartilage & joint health 99.9% pure MSM powder Made in USA, family-owned since 1968 Supplements, MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) Powder, Supports Healthy Cartilage*, Joint Health*, 8-Ounce **Brand:** now foods **Price:** VT6160 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🦸‍♂️ Unlock your body's natural resilience with NOW MSM Powder — the secret weapon for joints, skin, and vitality! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Supplements, MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) Powder, Supports Healthy Cartilage*, Joint Health*, 8-Ounce by now foods - **How much does it cost?** VT6160 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/3375732-supplements-msm-methylsulfonylmethane-powder-supports-healthy-cartilage-joint-health-8) ## Best For - now foods enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted now foods brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Flexible Daily Dose:** Easy-to-mix powder form lets you customize intake for maximum benefits and minimal side effects. - • **Trusted Heritage Brand:** Crafted by a family-owned company since 1968, ensuring quality and consistency. - • **Joint & Cartilage Revival:** Clinically-backed to reduce stiffness and promote healthy cartilage regeneration. - • **Pure & Potent Sulfur Power:** 99.9% pure MSM fuels your body's sulfur cycle for optimal connective tissue support. - • **Radiant Skin & Stronger Nails:** Boosts natural glow and accelerates nail growth—because first impressions count. ## Overview NOW Foods MSM Powder is a 99.9% pure methylsulfonylmethane supplement designed to support healthy cartilage, joint function, and skin vitality. Sourced and packaged in the USA by a trusted family-owned company since 1968, this 8-ounce powder integrates seamlessly into your daily routine to promote connective tissue health, reduce joint stiffness, and enhance natural beauty from within. ## Description MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) is a sulfur-bearing compound that is naturally present in very small amounts in fruits, vegetables, grains, animal products, and some algae. Sulfur compounds are found in all body cells and are indispensable for life.* MSM, in its role in the body's sulfur cycle, helps to create the chemical links needed to form and maintain numerous different types of structural tissues of the human body, including connective tissues, such as articular cartilage and skin.* Natural color variation may occur in this product. Review: Awesome health benefits from this product, trusted company, great value! - I have been taking this powder orally each morning when I rise and most nights before bed. After nearly one month I am very pleased with it. I think I may try an organic type of sulfur next time to see if there is a difference, but if there isn't I am coming back to this brand. Like their oils, I really like the "Now" brand a lot. I like how inexpensive this is since I wasn't sure how it would be to take a powder form of MSM. So some benefits I have noticed below. 1). my nails are growing like crazy. Probably sounds cliche, but I am a nail biter (nasty habit, I know), so that is saying a lot for me. My nails will likely take some time to be strong after and entire life time of biting, but I am noticing that even when I file them down they are growing back quickly. The normal growth that I would see in 30 days I am seeing in like maybe 2.5 weeks. So that is pretty exceptional. 2). I am only 32, but I have a family history of Arthritis and other joint-related issues. I have noticed that my joints feel less stiff and creeky (you know that noise they make when you walk up stairs, or sit or stand etc.) It has decreased by as much as 50% in my own opinion. I am working out too, but in the past nothing was helping as much. 3). Many people are commenting on how radiant my skin looks. I have nice skin, thanks to God and the genes He gave me, but I have noticed that my skin has a more healthy glow and less break out, even though because I am a person who works out and I sweat a lot, I usually have break outs on my face, chest and back, it NEVER fails and I just have had much of that in the last 30 days. 4). Very inexpensive and will last you for a long time. 5). I found no known affects that it would have with other medications during my research. I have heard this will also increase hair growth, but I can't comment either way. I have been keeping my hair braided because it is hot and I am lazy so I haven't seen much of my hair this summer. But if I notice anything out of the ordinary I will be sure to update. Potential Cons: 1). Bitter taste, but I chase it with water and sometimes a lemon because I have read taking it with vitamin C is better and makes it work more efficiently. The taste doesn't really affect me much. I'm pretty hard core so I take a teaspoon and put it directly in my mouth and then drink water. I have also put it in morning smoothies and my Spark Advocare drink, which is perfect because it is 100% of my daily vitamin C 2). I got some gnarly head aches a few times when taking this. I am 100% convinced that I didn't drink enough water those days. On average I was already drinking about 8-10 glasses per day before I started taking this so I wasn't worried about not getting enough water. During my research I read that it could be a problem, especially if you drink Alcohol (I maintain a strict alcohol-free lifestyle), if you are not getting enough H2O. Luckily I have only had a few days where I was running around and forgot my water bottle so I suffered the consequences, so please beware you need to drink water. Otherwise, I love this stuff and plan to continue using it as a daily supplement. The shipping was on time and what you see in the pictures is what you get! Review: This Powder is Gloriously Magical - I've been taking MSM powder off and on for the last 4 years. When I first began, it was after the birth of my son. I had been trying everything in the world to get rid of tiger-claw-like stretch marks all over my stomach, but nothing faded them from being bright red. Within a week of beginning to take this, my stretch marks faded enough for my then mother-in-law to make a comment about it. I didn't apply it topically (though I've heard of people doing that with some success–along with moisturizing)... I just took 2 heaping tablespoons mixed into a glass of water (may be too metallic for some tastes). It's funny it worked out like that, because I actually began taking it for my knees and hips. At the (then) tender age of 22, I had found out that my right knee had about 1/3 of the cartillage it should, and my hips had virtually none. My left knee was on it's way to matching my right knee. The pain was pretty intense and unexpected. I had always thought that I clicked and clacked because that's what people do, right? Ha. I can tell you that after a month of doubling my dosage of this powder, I was able to run again, with very little pain, and far less clicking and clacking. The craziest thing was that without even thinking about it, this also helped my skin tremendously. After having a baby, I had unpredictable hormonal acne. Some parts of my face were dry and peeling, other parts were oily and breaking out–and I had perfect porcelain skin my whole life up to this point. I was very distressed by this. I would change what I ate, use topical lotions, etc. I had some success with coconut oil cleansing routine, but it wasn't perfect. Drinking this powder, in combination with a coconut oil moisture routine, completely cleared up my acne in about 5 days. Not only did it clear up, but I swear to you that wrinkles disappeared, dark circles from under my eyes were gone... Even the breakouts and dry skin on my arms disappeared. It was like a godsend. I think every body is different, and don't advise taking a lot to start with. Feel it out. Give it a couple of weeks. If you feel some indigestion from it, you need to drink more water and probably some healthy fats. I drink it after I work out every morning, and sometimes a second time later in the day. It has also seemed to alleviate PMS cramping, and migraines. I've only ever used NOW Foods MSM, and I don't plan on changing. Why try to fix something that works incredibly well? ## Features - JOINT SULFUR FOR CONNECTIVE TISSUE*: MSM, in its role in the body's sulfur cycle, helps to create the chemical links needed to form and maintain numerous different types of structural tissues of the human body, including connective tissues, such as articular cartilage and skin* - POWDER/SUPPORTS HEALTHY CARTILAGE*: Sulfur compounds are found in all body cells and are indispensable for life* - CERTIFICATIONS/CLASSIFICATIONS: Non-GMO, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Made without Gluten, Soy Free, Kosher, Vegan/Vegetarian, Tree Nut Free - GMP Quality Assured: A-rated, third-party certification means that every aspect of the NOW manufacturing process has been examined. Our in-house laboratories are ISO/IEC accredited for laboratory testing including for stability, potency and product formulation. - Founded in 1968 by Elwood Richard, NOW is one of the largest independent, family- and employee-owned manufacturers of natural products ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0001TRS0U | | ASIN | B0001TRS0U | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Allergen Information | Corn-Free, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Non-GMO, Nut Free, Soy Free | | Best Sellers Rank | #28,579 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #18 in MSM Nutritional Supplements #2,087 in Sales & Deals | | Brand Name | NOW Foods | | Color | White | | Container Type | Bottle | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (3,039) | | Date First Available | October 15, 2006 | | Department | Health and Beauty>Health and Wellness | | Diet Type | Halal, Kosher, Vegan | | Dosage Form | Powder | | Flavor | Unflavored | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00733739021250 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Dimensions | 2.7 x 2.7 x 4.75 inches | | Item Form | Powder | | Item Weight | 8 Ounces | | Item model number | 2125 | | Manufacturer | NOW Sports - Nutrition and Wellness | | Manufacturer | NOW Sports - Nutrition and Wellness | | Manufacturer Part Number | 2125 | | Material Features | Vegetarian | | Model Name | NOW Supplements, MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) Powder, Supports Healthy Cartilage*, Joint Health*, 8-Ounce | | Model Number | 2125 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Primary Supplement Type | multivitamin | | Product Benefits | Bone & Joint Support | | Product Dimensions | 2.7 x 2.7 x 4.75 inches; 8 ounces | | Specific Uses For Product | Joint Support | | Total Servings Per Container | 126 | | UPC | 733739021250 | | Unit Count | 8.0 Ounce | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Brand:** NOW Foods - **Diet Type:** Halal, Kosher, Vegan - **Flavor:** Unflavored - **Item Form:** Powder - **Item Weight:** 8 Ounces - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 2.7 x 2.7 x 4.75 inches - **Primary Supplement Type:** multivitamin - **Product Benefits:** Bone & Joint Support - **Unit Count:** 8.0 Ounce ## Images ![Supplements, MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) Powder, Supports Healthy Cartilage*, Joint Health*, 8-Ounce - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71pRedsHjkL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: One reviewer says this product is made from petroleum- is it?** A: Search NOW MSM & see the explanation of how it is made. The petroleum based method is stated to be the method they do NOT use. The label further states that it is a 'vegetarian/vegan' product. Sounds like the other reviewer might have misinterpreted the info.? **Q: Powder contains magnesium stearate?** A: NO. Contains only Methylsulphonymethane per label. Nothing else. **Q: NOW customer support: this product is listed under the California Proposition 65: know to cause cancer and birth defects. Please explain?** A: Along with many other CRAZY things the state of California does! **Q: Is this sulfur non-GMO?** A: That doesn't even make sense. How could you genetically modify a chemical compound? MSM is just C2H6O2S, no genetics at all here. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome health benefits from this product, trusted company, great value! *by A***. on August 31, 2016* I have been taking this powder orally each morning when I rise and most nights before bed. After nearly one month I am very pleased with it. I think I may try an organic type of sulfur next time to see if there is a difference, but if there isn't I am coming back to this brand. Like their oils, I really like the "Now" brand a lot. I like how inexpensive this is since I wasn't sure how it would be to take a powder form of MSM. So some benefits I have noticed below. 1). my nails are growing like crazy. Probably sounds cliche, but I am a nail biter (nasty habit, I know), so that is saying a lot for me. My nails will likely take some time to be strong after and entire life time of biting, but I am noticing that even when I file them down they are growing back quickly. The normal growth that I would see in 30 days I am seeing in like maybe 2.5 weeks. So that is pretty exceptional. 2). I am only 32, but I have a family history of Arthritis and other joint-related issues. I have noticed that my joints feel less stiff and creeky (you know that noise they make when you walk up stairs, or sit or stand etc.) It has decreased by as much as 50% in my own opinion. I am working out too, but in the past nothing was helping as much. 3). Many people are commenting on how radiant my skin looks. I have nice skin, thanks to God and the genes He gave me, but I have noticed that my skin has a more healthy glow and less break out, even though because I am a person who works out and I sweat a lot, I usually have break outs on my face, chest and back, it NEVER fails and I just have had much of that in the last 30 days. 4). Very inexpensive and will last you for a long time. 5). I found no known affects that it would have with other medications during my research. I have heard this will also increase hair growth, but I can't comment either way. I have been keeping my hair braided because it is hot and I am lazy so I haven't seen much of my hair this summer. But if I notice anything out of the ordinary I will be sure to update. Potential Cons: 1). Bitter taste, but I chase it with water and sometimes a lemon because I have read taking it with vitamin C is better and makes it work more efficiently. The taste doesn't really affect me much. I'm pretty hard core so I take a teaspoon and put it directly in my mouth and then drink water. I have also put it in morning smoothies and my Spark Advocare drink, which is perfect because it is 100% of my daily vitamin C 2). I got some gnarly head aches a few times when taking this. I am 100% convinced that I didn't drink enough water those days. On average I was already drinking about 8-10 glasses per day before I started taking this so I wasn't worried about not getting enough water. During my research I read that it could be a problem, especially if you drink Alcohol (I maintain a strict alcohol-free lifestyle), if you are not getting enough H2O. Luckily I have only had a few days where I was running around and forgot my water bottle so I suffered the consequences, so please beware you need to drink water. Otherwise, I love this stuff and plan to continue using it as a daily supplement. The shipping was on time and what you see in the pictures is what you get! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This Powder is Gloriously Magical *by A***A on April 14, 2015* I've been taking MSM powder off and on for the last 4 years. When I first began, it was after the birth of my son. I had been trying everything in the world to get rid of tiger-claw-like stretch marks all over my stomach, but nothing faded them from being bright red. Within a week of beginning to take this, my stretch marks faded enough for my then mother-in-law to make a comment about it. I didn't apply it topically (though I've heard of people doing that with some success–along with moisturizing)... I just took 2 heaping tablespoons mixed into a glass of water (may be too metallic for some tastes). It's funny it worked out like that, because I actually began taking it for my knees and hips. At the (then) tender age of 22, I had found out that my right knee had about 1/3 of the cartillage it should, and my hips had virtually none. My left knee was on it's way to matching my right knee. The pain was pretty intense and unexpected. I had always thought that I clicked and clacked because that's what people do, right? Ha. I can tell you that after a month of doubling my dosage of this powder, I was able to run again, with very little pain, and far less clicking and clacking. The craziest thing was that without even thinking about it, this also helped my skin tremendously. After having a baby, I had unpredictable hormonal acne. Some parts of my face were dry and peeling, other parts were oily and breaking out–and I had perfect porcelain skin my whole life up to this point. I was very distressed by this. I would change what I ate, use topical lotions, etc. I had some success with coconut oil cleansing routine, but it wasn't perfect. Drinking this powder, in combination with a coconut oil moisture routine, completely cleared up my acne in about 5 days. Not only did it clear up, but I swear to you that wrinkles disappeared, dark circles from under my eyes were gone... Even the breakouts and dry skin on my arms disappeared. It was like a godsend. I think every body is different, and don't advise taking a lot to start with. Feel it out. Give it a couple of weeks. If you feel some indigestion from it, you need to drink more water and probably some healthy fats. I drink it after I work out every morning, and sometimes a second time later in the day. It has also seemed to alleviate PMS cramping, and migraines. I've only ever used NOW Foods MSM, and I don't plan on changing. Why try to fix something that works incredibly well? ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Supplement from Heaven *by K***Q on January 14, 2020* After researching and listening to my YouTube curly girl fave - Curly Proverbz, I decided to purchase this. I bought the pills before but had trouble downing them, tastes icky. But since I've been mixing a 1/2 tsp 2x a day with my Sparkling Ice drinks, I've been seeing and feeling results! 1. I don't taste the bitterness when I mix with Sparkling Ice. Major Plus! 2. The inflammation in my body is gone. I would have scalp inflammation, spontaneous scalp bleeding, and hair loss. I was diagnosed with a rare alopecia that they only gave me steroids for. My scalp no longer is painful to touch, no longer bleeding, no longer red and inflamed, I'm so grateful. No inflammation means scalp can heal and my follicles have a chance to grow! Words can't describe how good it feels to have a pain free scalp again! Also I would wake up in the morning with slight puffiness in my face and around my eyes, this no longer happens and it's a confidence boost seeing and knowing that I'm making progress towards combating whatever is causing inflammation in my body. ## Frequently Bought Together - NOW Foods Supplements, MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) Powder, Supports Healthy Cartilage*, Joint Health*, 8-Ounce - Doctors Best MSM Powder, Supports Hair, Skin, Nails, & Joints, Non-GMO, Gluten Free, Soy Free, Vegan Net Wt. 8.8 oz (250 Grams) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/3375732-supplements-msm-methylsulfonylmethane-powder-supports-healthy-cartilage-joint-health-8](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/3375732-supplements-msm-methylsulfonylmethane-powder-supports-healthy-cartilage-joint-health-8) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-13*