GOUDRON VEGETAL ORIGINE FRANCE – Protection de la corne – Pinceau inclus

The tar protects the horn, sole and fork. The use of tar is particularly recommended during humid seasons and in case of wet soils. Semi-liquid texture very practical to apply thanks to the integrated brush. TOP QUALITY TAR MADE IN FRANCE BASED ON WOOD FROM ECO-MANAGED FORESTS. 500ml jar - Brush included Vegetable tar, a natural product with recognized sanitizing properties: Tar is obtained by pyrolysis (slow combustion in the absence of oxygen) from wood (generally pine but beech can also be used). It is a mixture of resin and empyreumatic oil. It is characterized by a strong and acrid odor that certain organic materials, charcoal residues and pyroligneous acid give off under the action of fire. Its very dark color is due to charcoal. The use of tar as a treatment dates back to the 18th century, the properties of Norwegian tar were described in 1745 in pharmacology manuals. Its properties are linked to its chemical composition which contains phenolic compounds and lipophilic compounds (resin acids, terpenes). Polyphenols are known for their antioxidant and purifying role. Tar, a natural waterproofing product for the horn: Vegetable tar is used to protect and sanitize the sole and frog in the event of humidity. The properties and texture of tar create a protective barrier to protect the bottom of the foot. What to combine vegetable tar with? Vegetable Tar can be used alternately with our fork clay: Pediclay. This ready-to-use liquid clay is enriched with vegetable tar and purifying essential oils. In winter or in wet periods you can use our Protective Ointment for the daily maintenance of your horse's hooves. This ointment is enriched with cade oil with purifying properties. In case of weakness or cracks in the horn, you can supplement your horse with a supplement rich in biotin such as our Hypersport biotin 3000. ESC Laboratoire is a pioneering company in equine herbal medicine. We specialize in the selection and use of active plant ingredients applied to equine comfort care and offer the widest range of natural products for horses on the market.