It’s all fine and good, except I still struggle to do my hair in a style other than a braid or messy bun. Which is less-than-handy when I have to make an appearance at a public event. Caution: I’ve noticed some horses to become extremely energized around peppermint oil, so use it with caution if your horse is high-strung. Also, never apply citrus oils to bare skin (such as around the muzzle), as they can cause photosensitivity. This will have a tendency to separate so be sure to shake the bottle each time before you use it. Any larger clumps can clog your spray nozzle. Pros: Keep in mind that the results aren’t guaranteed, and that these are associated only with Mane ‘n Tail and not any other brand of horse shampoo. Does it promote hair growth?

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One reason Mane ‘n Tail works well for horses is because it helps repair split ends while also preventing hair damage. While people might see these benefits to a certain level, the best way to prevent split ends is to get your hair trimmed about every six to eight weeks. Does it make hair shinier? Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. If your hair cuticle is deficient in amino acids, then you could very well see more hair growth from the keratin found in Mane ‘n Tail. Does it repair split ends? You should take the time to spot test on one section of mane (or tail). Spray it on, leave it for a few days to a week and make sure it doesn’t cause your horse to itch or any other reaction. Human stuff is made for humans and, while mostly fine, some horses are sensitive.

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Mix contents in a spray bottle and shake, shake, shake. You are looking for most of the conditioner to dissolve into the water. The result is usually a white, watery consistency. You have to play with your dilution ratios every time you switch conditioners. 1:4 might work for cheaper conditioners whereas 1:10 might be needed for more expensive conditioners. I usually aim for about 20-30 drops of essential oil in each batch of horse hair detangler I make. However, you can increase or decrease that amount, or play with different combinations of oils. Any ol’ conditioner will work–human, equine, or otherwise. I usually just use some of our doTERRA conditioner, as that’s what I always have on hand

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That being said, you must be careful. Some essential oils, like Cedar Oil, are known to cause allergic reactions in some horses. Always test a small amount of whatever recipe you make on a small section of your horse’s hair. Mane and Tail equine strength pro-tect antimicrobial medicated — benzalkonium chloride shampoo. (2011). The only type of horse shampoo that’s used by humans is Mane ‘n Tail. Some people use this brand of shampoo for the benefits below.

Instead I was outside, riding my horse, working at Jiffy Lube (wait– have I ever told you that? But yes, I totally changed oil at Jiffy Lube to pay for college…), and pretty much doing every other thing I could think of that didn’t involve hair, makeup, or other girly pursuits.

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Mane ‘n Tail is said to help oily hair. If you have seborrheic dermatitis, you may use pyrithione zinc to help get rid of this oily form of eczema. The traditional Mane ‘n Tail formula isn’t suitable for color-treated hair. However, newer formulas are designed for color protection, such as the brand’s Color Protect formula. Yes, but only if you use the leave-in detangler spray from Mane ‘n Tail. This is applied after shampooing. Does it make your color brighter? Instead of fractionated coconut oil, you can use sweet almond oil, apricot oil, or avocado oil instead. Any oil that’s good for skin will work well here. I don’t talk about my horses a whole lot here, because, well, they aren’t technically classified as a homestead sort of animal. (Unless you’re using horse-powered farm equipment– which is SO DANG COOL, but not something I do…)The product promises “up to eight weeks color vibrancy,” meaning that the shampoo and conditioner will help protect your hair color, but not necessarily add to it. Does it get rid of oily hair? There are some essential oils that seem to do a better job of helping hair grow than others. This subject has been covered quite a bit for humans but, hair is hair, and the results are likely to be similar in our horses.