Medicated horse shampoos and washes usually have antibacterial or antifungal properties. They can be used to relieve itching and help to prevent reoccurrence of inflammation and infection. Lots of natural ingredients are used in medicated horse shampoos, of which tea tree is the most common ingredient due to the benefits of its antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties.
If your horse is particularly sensitive, it would be worth considering one of the best horse shampoos for sensitive skin.
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Put your shampoo in the soap bottle where it is automatically mixed with the water and then use the eight spray modes to wash your horse with ease.
Best medicated horse shampoos for itchy skin
Cavalor Derma Wash
Sizes: 500ml
Washes per bottle: 15–20
RRP: £17
A medicated and pH balanced shampoo containing Chlorhexidine for improved skin hygiene and a healthy coat. May also be used as a detergent in the washing machine or on tack to prevent cross infection. Perfect before clipping or for horses with flaky skin, dull coats or skin problems.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk or viovet.co.uk
In the US? View now at chewy.com
Shapley’s Medi-Care Medicated Shampoo
Sizes: 8oz, 32oz, 1gal
RRP: £10.49 for 8oz
Gentle enough for daily use to help maintain healthy skin, the blend of tea tree and lemongrass oils in this Shapley’s formula creates a natural antibacterial, antifungal shampoo.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, equus.co.uk, viovet.co.uk or gsequestrian.co.uk
In the US? View now at amazon.com
NAF Naturalintx Teatree Oil Shampoo
Sizes: 500ml, 1l, 5l
Washes per bottle: 25 from 500ml
RRP: £10.99 for 500ml
Care for your horse’s coat with this natural cleansing formula. Ideal for frequent use.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, viovet.co.uk, gsequestrian.co.uk or gooutdoors.co.uk
In the US? View now at amazon.com
Carr & Day & Martin Gallop Medicated Shampoo
Sizes: 500ml
Washes per bottle: 5–10
RRP: £10.25
Deep cleaning, medicated shampoo with added coat conditioners. Gallop Medicated Shampoo is a hight specification formula ideal for dry, flaky, itchy, scurfy and sensitive skin. Soothes and calms irritated, sore, damaged and sensitive skin. The pH neutral formula contains natural oils that helps soften and lift scabs and dandruff. Provides exceptional conditioning, noticeably softer hair and shiny coat.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, viovet.co.uk, naylors.com or gsequestrian.co.uk
Dermoline Medicated Shampoo
Sizes: 500ml, 5l
Washes per bottle: Unavailable
RRP: £9.15 for 500ml
This antibacterial shampoo contains added conditioner that helps to prevent skin flaking and scurf.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, equus.co.uk, viovet.co.uk or gsequestrian.co.uk
Equine America Fungatrol No Rinse Body Wash
Sizes: 500ml
Washes per bottle: 10
RRP: £16.99
Fungatrol No Rinse Body wash is a non-irritant no-rinse wash, with powerful plant-based ingredients. Perfect during the winter months if your horse has dry or flaky skin.
In the UK? View now at equine-america.co.uk, amazon.co.uk or viovet.co.uk
Hy Equestrian Magic Tingle Tea Tree Shampoo
Sizes: 500ml, 5l
Washes per bottle: 25 from 500ml
RRP: £9.99 for 500ml
This antibacterial shampoo contains a fusion of natural tea tree oil, peppermint extracts and avocado oil. Its gentle yet effective cleaning action will ensure optimum coat and skin condition. Rich in vitamins and antioxidants.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, equus.co.uk, viovet.co.uk or gsequestrian.co.uk
WildWash Equine Natural Medicated Horse Shampoo
Sizes: 300ml, 1l, 5l
Washes per bottle: 10 from 300ml
RRP: £14.95 for 300ml
Our WildWash Equine Natural Medicated Horse Shampoo for Irritated Skin uses a combination of Juniper, Manuka and Lemongrass to help reduce pain and swelling of bites, soothe muscle pain, maintain the balance of moisture to the skin to help prevent dry patches or flaking and encourage hair growth.
In the UK? View now at viovet.co.uk or notonthehighstreet.com
Leovet Tea Tree Body Wash
Sizes: 500ml
Washes per bottle: 10–14
RRP: £10.20
The healthy ingredients of tea-tree oil are directly transmitted to the coat skin and hair during washing. The Shampoo soothes itching and reduces the inclination to scratch. It also has a sebum regulating effect and protects from blocked pores especially in the saddle area. Skin and hair receive optimal nourishment and a brilliant silky shine. A long-lasting fragrance doubles as a fly repellent.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, viovet.co.uk or gsequestrian.co.uk
Wahl Tea Tree Shampoo
Sizes: 500ml, 5l
Washes per bottle: Unavailable
RRP: £9.99
Designed to gently comfort the skin as it cleans. The tea tree shampoo gently removes dirt, grease, and odours, whilst rejuvenating the hair as it cleans. The formula includes tea tree extract to sooth and cool.
In the UK? View now at wahl.co.uk, amazon.co.uk, equus.co.uk, viovet.co.uk or gsequestrian.co.uk
Smart Grooming Peppermint Shampoo
Sizes: 500ml, 5l
Washes per bottle: 50 from 500ml
RRP: £11.95 for 500ml
This deep-cleansing shampoo contains added peppermint oils, which cut through the grease and dirt to promote healthy skin and a hydrated coat. It can be used neat or diluted directly onto the coat.
In the UK? View now at gsequestrian.co.uk
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