The Characteristics of a "Good" Horse Grooming Product
When we talk about "good" grooming products for horses, we are thinking products that won't harm neither us, our horses, nor the environment. Unfotunately, there is a ton of harmful products out there: Labels such as "natural", “natural horse care" etc. are misleading. There are no laws or common regulations regarding these expressions, and manufacturers use them at will — even if a product is made out of synthetic materials only. Pay close attention to what's written on the label.
A good grooming products improves and nourishes the horses skin.
The characteristics of a good grooming product for horses
Generally speaking:
100% natural, plant-based ingredients
No mineral oils, silicones or parabens
Natural or neutral scent: horses don’t like artificial smells, as it may change the body odor
Biodegradable and environmentally-friendly
Shampoo:
A shampoo should ideally be pH neutral or slightly acidic in order to protect the pH and the natural skin function.
Mild, plant-based washing substances protecting the sebum, not drying out the skin.
Products with replenishing properties help to protect and strengthen the natural layer.
Our Rhassoul shampoo is an ideal alternative to conventional products.
Do you know about all the nasty stuff manufacturers put in conventional grooming products? Check it out here.
Talk to you soon, Nicole
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