Greasy Heel & Rain Rot Support
A carefully prepared blend traditionally valued for supporting skin balance and resilience during times of damp or challenging weather conditions. This set is designed to provide gentle, natural support where moisture, mud, or prolonged wetness may affect skin comfort.
Educational Note
Greasy heel, also known as mud fever, and rain rot (sometimes called rain scald) are terms often used to describe skin discomfort that appears in damp or muddy environments. Traditionally, herbal and mineral preparations have been used to help maintain skin integrity, soothe irritation, and support natural recovery.
Key Points
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Traditionally associated with easing skin discomfort caused by damp or muddy conditions
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Valued in folk knowledge for helping maintain the skin’s natural barrier and resilience
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May be considered for use during wet seasons or after prolonged exposure to mud or rain
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Complements general care routines such as keeping the skin clean, dry, and well-ventilated
General Care Tips
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Gently cleanse affected areas with warm water and allow to dry fully before applying any support products
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Avoid harsh chemical washes which may further irritate the skin
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Provide shelter and dry bedding where possible to reduce prolonged damp exposure
Equine Skin Balance Support – Greasy Heel & Rain Rot
Horses may sometimes experience skin discomfort in damp or muddy conditions. Traditional knowledge has long recognised patterns such as “greasy heel” (also called mud fever) and “rain rot” (sometimes referred to as rain scald or dermatophilosis), where the skin shows signs of sensitivity, irritation, or discharge.
This natural support program is designed to help maintain skin balance and overall comfort without reliance on synthetic approaches.
Greasy Heel
Traditionally, greasy heel is viewed as a skin imbalance that thrives in wet, muddy conditions. A supportive herbal routine may be considered to help restore comfort. In folk practice, blends such as Herbal Defender 71 Mix have been valued when given regularly. Horse keepers often note that consistency of use is key, especially in the first few days of support.
Rain Rot / Rain Scald
Rain rot (also called rain scald) has been associated with the same underlying challenges seen in greasy heel. In traditional use, support often includes both internal herbal blends and topical sprays made with gentle plant extracts. These may be used alongside a base support formula to encourage resilience in the skin. Equine Health 137-2 Mix
Why Herbal Support?
– Traditionally valued for easing skin eruptions and discharges
– Linked in folk knowledge with supporting resilience against damp-weather challenges
– Provides an alternative option for those wishing to avoid synthetic inputs
– May be paired with topical preparations for a more rounded approach
Equine Health 137-2 Mix
Herbal Defender 71 Mix
Note: Horses have a unique metabolism and often respond well to smaller amounts of herbal preparations compared to humans or other animals.
Suggested Use
Internal Support
Horse: 15–20 drops in a little apple juice, given by oral syringe to the side of the mouth (approx. 10ml), twice daily.
Pony: 10 drops twice daily in the same way.
External Comfort Options
– Hypericum oil: Massage a few drops gently onto affected patches to help soothe and nourish the skin.
– Chamomile tea: Brew from dried chamomile flowers or tea bags. Once cooled, spray onto a damp coat to allow the infusion to naturally travel down the hairs to the skin. Optionally, add a small amount of Hypericum oil, shaking the sprayer well before use. Any leftover tea can also be poured over feed.
– Topical spray: A simple spray can be made with 100ml diluted apple cider vinegar, to which you may add 5ml of thyme essential oil or use calendula tea/tincture. This can be applied externally to maintain comfort. (Note: May sting on very sensitive or open areas.)
* Natural pet botanicals are not intended to replace veterinary care or medication. Our formulas are offered as an alternative health support for your animal's condition and not as a cure. All our oral supplements are to be consumed voluntarily by your animal in food, treats or liquid.
SET OF
SET OF 1
HOOF BALANCE 137 formula
Contains:
Formula 1.
Native Sulphide of Antimony (Ant Crud 30C) traditionally associated with supporting skin comfort and balance in roughened or thickened areas
Black Leaf (Graphites 30C) historically noted for its link with maintaining skin integrity and easing irritation
Honey Bee Pollen (Apis Mell 30C) traditionally connected with comfort during swelling and sensitivity of the skin
Common Salt (Nat Mur 200C) valued in folk knowledge for helping maintain fluid balance and overall resilience
Poke Root (Phytolacca 30C) traditionally used for supporting tissues during times of strain or imbalance
Brimstone (Sulphur 30C) long regarded in traditional practice as a general cleanser, associated with promoting skin vitality and balance
in 20% USP alc. in purified water.
Reference: https://www.healthline.com/health/poke-root
Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12639929/
Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15026348/
Upon Request
* Equine Health (137-2) Mix 50ml
* Herbal Defender 71 Mix 50ml
Equine Health 137-2 50ml (1.7oz) Liquid
A carefully prepared herbal liquid extract traditionally valued for supporting vitality, resilience, and balance in horses. This blend brings together six herbs, each long recognised in folk practice for their unique associations with strength and wellbeing:
Cats Claw – traditionally linked with resilience and maintaining comfort in the body
Nettles – historically valued for supporting circulation and natural vitality
Echinacea – long associated with sustaining immune balance and overall resilience
Horsetail – traditionally noted for its mineral content and link with strong connective tissues
Clivers – used in folk knowledge for maintaining fluid balance and natural cleansing pathways
Vervain – valued historically for its gentle calming and harmonising qualities
Herbal Defender 71 Mix 50ml (1.7oz) Liquid
Purple Coneflower (Echinacea angustifolia) has long been cherished in traditional herbal practices for its connection to resilience and natural defenses. Indigenous cultures of North America regarded Echinacea as a plant of strength and protection, often associated with maintaining vitality and supporting the body’s natural balance. Symbolically, it has been linked with renewal, endurance, and the body’s ability to adapt during times of challenge. Its deep roots in traditional wellness highlight its role as a plant celebrated for promoting harmony, balance, and the natural processes that sustain wellbeing.
Reference: https://www.health.com/echinacea-benefits-7570763
Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) has a long history of use across many cultures as a plant associated with soothing, balancing, and restoring. In traditional wellness practices it was often regarded as a harmonizer, helping to bring together and support the effects of other botanicals in a blend. Ancient traditions connected licorice root with vitality, resilience, and renewal, seeing it as a gentle yet powerful ally for maintaining equilibrium in the body. Symbolically it has been linked with sweetness, grounding, and the ability to calm and restore both body and spirit, making it one of the most enduring plants in herbal traditions.
Reference: http://cms.herbalgram.org/expandedE/Licoriceroot.html
Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis) has been treasured in traditional Chinese practice for centuries as a rare and powerful natural resource linked with vitality, endurance, and resilience. Traditionally gathered from high mountain regions, Cordyceps has been associated with strength, stamina, and renewal, often regarded as a symbol of life force and balance. In cultural traditions it was thought to nourish both energy and spirit, supporting overall wellbeing and recovery. Ancient texts connect Cordyceps with longevity and the maintenance of inner harmony, making it a revered part of traditional wellness rituals.
Reference: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3909570/
Andrographis (Andrographis paniculata) has long been valued in traditional Ayurvedic and Asian practices as a powerful herb associated with resilience, defense, and balance. Sometimes called the “King of Bitters,” it has been linked with purification and inner strength, often used in cultural traditions to help the body adapt during times of challenge. Traditionally, Andrographis has been connected with supporting natural defenses, promoting recovery, and easing discomfort, while also being regarded as a symbol of clarity and vitality. Its role in traditional wellness systems reflects its reputation for helping to restore balance, soothe heat within the body, and encourage overall wellbeing.
Reference: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9316804/
Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) is an ancient plant deeply rooted in traditional wellness systems across the Mediterranean, Middle East, India, and China. Revered for its nourishing seeds, it has long been associated with vitality, balance, and renewal. In cultural traditions, Fenugreek has been used to support digestion, maintain strength, and promote resilience during times of change. It has also been connected with women’s wellbeing, particularly around cycles of nourishment and renewal, and is often regarded as a restorative herb that brings warmth and vitality. Its long history of use reflects its valued place as both a food and a traditional wellness support, symbolising grounding, balance, and inner strength.
Reference: https://draxe.com/nutrition/fenugreek/
Astragalus root (Astragalus propinquus) is a highly regarded plant in traditional wellness practices, particularly within Chinese herbal traditions where it has been valued for centuries as a symbol of resilience and longevity. Traditionally associated with supporting vitality and balance, Astragalus root has often been connected with strengthening life force, encouraging endurance, and promoting recovery during times of fatigue or seasonal change. It has also been linked with protective qualities, helping to maintain harmony and stability in both body and spirit. With its long-standing reputation as a restorative and balancing root, Astragalus continues to be recognised in cultural traditions as a plant that nurtures strength, wellness, and sustained energy.
Reference: https://www.indigo-herbs.co.uk/natural-health-guide/benefits/astragalus
Pau d’Arco (Lapacho) is a traditional South American botanical that has been valued for centuries by Indigenous cultures of the Amazon rainforest and surrounding regions. Harvested from the inner bark of the Tabebuia tree, it has long been associated with strength, resilience, and natural protection. In traditional practices, Pau d’Arco has been connected with supporting the body’s defences, maintaining balance during times of challenge, and promoting overall vitality. It is often regarded as a symbol of endurance and wellbeing, reflecting the strength of the tree itself, which is known to withstand harsh conditions and thrive. Pau d’Arco remains recognised in traditional wellness systems as a plant that supports resilience, harmony, and natural protection.
Reference: https://www.emed.com.au/nutrition/vitamin-mineral-info/pau-darco/
Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) is a traditional North American herb that has been highly valued by Indigenous peoples and later by early herbalists for its wide range of supportive properties. Often associated with resilience and defence, Goldenseal has been traditionally linked with maintaining balance in the body and supporting natural processes of renewal. Historically, it has been regarded as a plant connected with cleansing, vitality, and strengthening of the body’s natural resistance, reflecting its long-standing role in herbal wellness practices.
Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32683037/
Cryptolepis (Cryptolepis sanguinolenta) is a traditional West African herb that has been valued for centuries in local healing practices. It is strongly associated with resilience and protection, often used in traditional systems of wellness to support balance and endurance during times of challenge. Historically regarded as a plant of strength and purification, Cryptolepis has been linked with maintaining overall vitality and reinforcing the body’s natural capacity to adapt, reflecting its important role in traditional health practices across generations.
Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33797643/
Coptis (Coptis chinensis) has a long history of traditional use in Chinese and East Asian herbal practices, where it has been valued for its association with cleansing, balance, and renewal. It has traditionally been linked with supporting the body’s natural resilience during times of systemic challenge and has also been associated with maintaining skin integrity and overall vitality. In many cultural traditions, Coptis has been regarded as a herb that restores inner harmony and supports wellbeing, reflecting its deep roots in practices focused on sustaining health and balance.
Reference: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6461078/
Juniper (Juniperus communis) has been valued for centuries in European, Middle Eastern, and Indigenous traditions as a symbol of purification, protection, and vitality. Traditionally, juniper has been associated with cleansing and renewal, often used in cultural wellness practices to support the body’s natural defenses and maintain balance during seasonal or environmental changes. It has also been linked with clearing and strengthening, reflecting its reputation as a plant that supports resilience and vitality. With its strong ties to traditional approaches for promoting harmony and wellbeing, juniper continues to be regarded as a botanical deeply connected to purification and immune balance in heritage-based practices.
Reference: http://cms.herbalgram.org/expandedE/Juniperberry.html
Sweet Annie (Artemisia annua) has been treasured in traditional Chinese and Asian herbal practices for its association with balance, renewal, and resilience. For centuries, it has been linked with supporting the body’s natural ability to maintain wellness during times of systemic challenge, reflecting its reputation as a plant connected to cleansing and strengthening. In many cultural traditions, Sweet Annie has symbolized vitality and restoration, often used as part of seasonal wellness rituals. Its long history of use highlights its role as a botanical associated with protection, harmony, and the natural maintenance of health.
Reference: (see also ‘Chinese Wormwood’): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7404215/
Blue Flag (Iris versicolor) has a long history of use in North American and European traditions, where it has been associated with cleansing, renewal, and balance. Traditionally, it has been regarded as a plant that supports the body’s natural processes of detoxification, reflecting its reputation as a strong purifier in cultural wellness practices. Often linked with transformation and the release of excess, Blue Flag was considered a botanical connected to maintaining harmony and inner vitality. Its presence in traditional systems of care highlights its symbolic role in promoting clarity, balance, and the natural flow of energy throughout the body.
Reference: https://nootropicsplanet.com/blue-flag/ & http://naturalmedicinalherbs.net/herbs/i/iris-versicolor=blue-flag.php
Usnea Barb (Usnea barbata), often known as “old man’s beard,” has been valued in traditional European and Indigenous herbal practices for its connection to resilience and natural protection. It has long been associated with supporting the body during times of challenge and was traditionally regarded as a symbol of strength and endurance. In folk traditions, Usnea was linked with purity and balance, reflecting its natural presence in pristine mountain forests where it was seen as a sign of clean air and vitality. Its traditional use highlights its place as a botanical connected to harmony, protection, and sustaining wellbeing.
Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33276059/
Isatis Root (Isatis tinctoria) has been highly regarded in traditional herbal practices, particularly within Chinese and European systems, for its association with cleansing, resilience, and inner balance. Traditionally, it was connected with supporting the body during times of imbalance and was often valued for its symbolic link to purification and renewal. In folk use, Isatis Root was associated with strength and protection, especially in contexts where vitality was challenged. Its enduring reputation reflects a long history of being seen as a botanical ally for restoring harmony and supporting the body’s natural defences.
Reference: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7154893/
Dong Ling Cao (Rabdosia rubescens) has a long history of use in traditional Chinese herbalism, where it has been valued for its association with inner cleansing, balance, and resilience. Traditionally, it was regarded as a plant that supported the body’s natural ability to restore harmony during times of challenge. In folk practices, it was connected with calming internal heat, maintaining clarity, and strengthening vitality. Its cultural reputation as a supportive botanical has made it symbolically linked to purification, renewal, and the body’s natural defences.
in purified water & 30%-40% USP alc.
Reference: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8209342/
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