Sweet Itch & Mane or Tail Itching (Horse)Updated 2 months ago
Natural care for horses with sensitive summer skin. 💚
Warm weather brings insects – and itching. Many horses react to bites from midges and gnats with sweet itch, especially along the mane, tail and belly line. Doderm helps calm the skin and support natural recovery – without cortisone.
How to recognise sweet itch
Intense itching and rubbing against fences or walls
Hair loss, redness or scabs on mane or tail
Moist or crusty skin areas
Restlessness, especially in the evening
Early care makes a big difference – the sooner the skin is calmed, the less severe the reaction.
Step by step: How to care for the skin
1️⃣ Clean gently
Rinse affected areas and pat dry carefully.
2️⃣ Apply Hydro RepairGel Horse
Use 1–2× daily on irritated skin. It cools, hydrates and strengthens the skin barrier.
3️⃣ For severe irritation:
Apply SOS Hydro RepairGel for the first 1–2 days, then switch to Hydro RepairGel Horse.
4️⃣ Repeat regularly during midge season.
Why Doderm works so well
Soothing: Natural actives calm itching & redness.
Protective: Ceramides & moisturisers restore the barrier.
Cortisone-free: Safe for long-term use.
Hydrating: Keeps skin supple and supports regrowth.
💚 Result: Healthier skin, less rubbing and a happier horse.
Common questions
How long should I use it?
Throughout summer – start early before symptoms appear.
Can I use it under fly rugs?
Yes, it absorbs quickly and doesn’t stick.
Does it help with mane & tail breakage?
Yes – strong, healthy skin supports new hair growth.
When to see your vet
If the skin becomes open or infected
With persistent itching despite care
For large affected areas
In chronic cases, a combined approach with diet and gear adjustments helps.
Product recommendation
Daily care: Hydro RepairGel Horse
Acute relief: SOS Hydro RepairGel
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