beautifully-balanced blend of natural oils that may soothe the animal’s skin, removes dead skin cells and dirt. This combination keeps the animal comfortable, reduces the habit for any parasites and bacteria which causes most animals to scratch, this makes for a happy animal.

TEA TREE OIL :- Tea tree oil appears to be effective against bacteria, viruses, fungal infections, mites such as scabies, and lice such as head lice.

CEDARWOOD OIL :- Cedar oil is used as an insect repellent, both directly applied to the skin and as an additive in products. Cedar oil has an overwhelming effect on insects. Cedar oil is not considered a pesticide because of the manner that it attacks the insect. The aroma of cedar oil as it is essentially breathed in by an insect causes a blockage and the insect cannot continue to breathe, therefore suffocating. This is why many research studies show the quick and high mortality rate of insects when they come in contact with cedar oil. Unlike pesticides that have to be digested or touched, cedar oil only needs to permeate in order to eliminate an insect. This works very well with pheromone-driven insects that need to follow a “chemical trail” in order to complete tasks. It is unusual that insects like bees, wasps, butterflies and other non-pheromone-driven insects will simply stay away from this aroma.

CHAMOMILE :- This essential oil has a calming effect on the mind and body and is excellent in treating inflammation. On the skin, it is a miracle worker and calms red, dry and irritated skin, as well as calming allergies, eczema, psoriasis and all other flaky skin problems. It is high in -(-a)-bisabolol which promotes granulation (healing) and is also a great tissue regenerator.

PATCHOULI :- Can serve as an all-purpose insect repellent. Patchouli Oil Uses: Acne, athlete’s foot, chapped skin, dermatitis, eczema, hair care, insect repellent, mature skin, oily skin, stress.

ROSEMARY :- Rosemary oil is a good antiseptic and recent laboratory research has shown that it also has strong anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties, thus able to protect the skin and body from infections. In shampoo and/or conditioner will help stimulate your hair bulbs and boost hair growth. Rosemary oil is also an effective astringent and can help combat excessive oil production and/or dandruff on the scalp.

YLANG YLANG :- On the skin, ylang-ylang oil has a soothing effect and its balancing action sorts out over-dry as well as overly-oily skin by balancing the secretion of sebum, and has a stimulating effect on the scalp which promotes more hair growth.

PINE TAR OIL :- Pine Tar Oil has an earthy smoky aroma, it is used for chronic skin diseases of the scaly and moist types, as eczema, itchy eruptions and in parasitic disorders and various types of ringworm. The therapeutic properties are Anti-dandruff, Antiseptic, Anti-parasitic, Antimicrobial, Insecticide, Vulnerary, Itching, Psoriasis, Eczema, Skin infections caused by parasites and wounds. Cade has an ability to purify and correct imbalances in shampoo as well protect from the wind and the sun.

COCONUT OIL: Many people are using it for cosmetic purposes and to improve the health and appearance of their skin and hair. Studies on individuals with dry skin show that coconut oil can improve the moisture and lipid content of the skin. Coconut oil can also be very protective against hair damage and one study shows effectiveness as sunscreen, blocking about 20% of the sun’s ultraviolet rays.

Creates even tones and a bright, lasting shine.
A quality shampoo to intensify coat colour and boost shine.
For dark brown coloured coats.

Malaseb is an antibacterial, antifungal and antipruritic shampoo for dogs and cats. Formulated to remove, scale, degrease the skin and kill micro-organisms which is a major cause of dermatitis.

• Active ingredients: 20g/L Chlorhexidine gluconate, 20g/L Miconazole nitrate
• Topical keratolytic, antibacterial antifungal and antipruritic shampoo for dogs and cats
• Formulated to remove, scale, degrease the skin and kill micro-organisms which is a major cause of dermatitis
• Kills the micro-organisms and helps to keep the numbers of yeasts and bacteria at manageable levels
• Eliminates allergens such as pollens which can be trapped in fur or on skin causing itching and irritation
• Contains Miconazole which is an antifungal with potent activity against fungi and year
• Contains Chlorhexidine Gluconate which is a proven antimicrobial agent that fights against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria

Malaseb is registered to treat Seborrhoeic Dermatitis and Dermatophytosis. Seborrhoeic Dermatitis is the scientific name for a skin infection involving bacteria (Staphylococcus) and yeast (Malassezia). Dermatophytosis is the scientific name for ringworm, a condition which is not due to worms (like the name suggests) but is in fact a fungal infection.

It is normal in dogs to have low numbers of resident bacteria and yeasts on the skins surface. When there is a disruption to the skin’s natural ecosystem these bacteria and yeasts can overgrow causing disease. Reasons for disruption to the natural balance include:

• Allergy, including to pollens, grasses, foods (meats) and fleas.
• Parasites, such as fleas, mites and lice.
• Hormonal problems
• Conformational problems such as deep skin folds, making sweaty crevices.

How does Malaseb help?

• Kills the micro-organisms, helping to keep the numbers of yeasts and bacteria at manageable levels.
• Removes excess scale and oils, commonly produced when the skin is infected
• Removes allergens such as pollens which can be caught in fur or on skin causing irritation

DERMATOPHYTOSIS or ‘Ringworm’

Ringworm is the most common fungal condition in cats, however it is also a well recognised problem in dogs and horses. Malaseb will help to sterilise the coat of ringworm spores, helping to speed recovery and prevent spread of the disease. Ringworm in cats is a systemic disease which means that although you may only see a few spots the cat is actually covered in ringworm infection and thus all over treatment is needed.

Malaseb can be used alone or in combination with systemic medication (usually anti-fungal tablets) to treat ringworm. Combination therapy results in a faster cure than either alone. Malaseb should be used twice weekly during ringworm treatment.

It is important if you have young children or immune-compromised adults in the same household as an infected cat that you discuss this with your veterinarian or doctor. Ringworm can have serious consequences for those without a good immune system.

How often should I apply Malaseb?

In the case of seborrhoeic dermatitis, Malaseb should be used twice weekly when the infection is active. You may be able to reduce the frequency of bathing to once per week or fortnight once the infection is under control. In most circumstances long term therapy is needed as ‘curing’ the cause of the imbalance is not always possible.

In the case of ringworm, twice weekly bathing is recommended to clean the coat of spores and infection. Therapy is typically needed for 8 to 12 weeks.

HOT TIPS

• Leave the shampoo on for the full 10 minutes wherever possible.
• Always make sure the coat is thoroughly wet before applying Malaseb, this will make lathering and spreading easier.
• Using a sponge can help to spread the shampoo well. The sponge also holds water which again helps to ensure the coat is adequately wet during application.
• A damp cloth, with a little diluted foam can be used to clean the faces

A premium quality conditioner enriched with protein to strengthen hair. Untangles tails and manes without breaking or splitting the hairs. Adds a glorious shine and softness to the coat and also protects it from sun and grit damage.

All Showsilk products have been pH balanced to be gentle to best care for the needs of your animal’s skin and coat.

What are benefits for you and your pets?

• Gives a long-lasting shine and silky softness to the coat
• Untangles knots easily – without damaging or splitting the individual hair fibres. Ideal for tails and manes!
• Restores the skin’s natural pH level (acid mantle) to help prevent the onset of skin problems
• The added protein is absorbed by the hair fibres to give body to the coat and protect the individual hairs from splitting and drying
• Protects the coat from staining and attracting dirt
• Provides some protection to the coat against damage caused by the sun, dirt and rain

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