Description
When the days lengthen and the yard warms up, flies, midges and other biting insects turn into a daily nuisance for every horse in the stable. A coat that is merely clean is only half the job in summer. It also needs to feel fresh, smell pleasant to you and look less inviting to the insects that gather at turnout, in the wash bay and along the treeline.
Repel Oil Shampoo is built for exactly that moment. It is a proper cleansing wash, rich with a blend of botanical oils, that lifts dirt and sweat from the coat while helping to repel insects as you groom. Your horse comes out smelling clean and fresh, with a coat that feels soothed rather than stripped and is ready for another day in the field.
Why owners choose Repel Oil Shampoo
Plenty of shampoos promise a shiny coat. Fewer are built with fly season in mind. Repel Oil Shampoo was formulated for owners who want their weekly, or daily, wash to do more than one job. A genuine cleansing shampoo base carries a blend of botanical oils selected for their natural insect-repelling and purifying properties, so bath time becomes part of your fly-season routine instead of a separate chore. The horse that leaves the wash bay is clean and comfortable, and carries a fresh scent that most owners, and most horses, find far more pleasant than sweat and repellent spray alone.
- It thoroughly cleanses the coat and skin, lifting dirt, sweat and grime
- It nourishes and conditions as it washes, leaving the coat soft rather than dry
- A blend of botanical oils worked through the coat helps repel insects
- The fresh, natural botanical scent lingers gently after rinsing
- Soothing, purifying oils leave the skin feeling calm and clean
- It makes a genuinely useful addition to any turnout-season grooming kit
How to use
Repel Oil Shampoo is simple to use, whether you are giving your horse a full bath or targeting the areas that draw the most insect attention. A little goes a long way, and the botanical oils work best with a proper lather and a short dwell time before rinsing.
- Wet the coat thoroughly with warm or cool water, working from the neck back towards the hindquarters.
- Apply Repel Oil Shampoo and lather it generously over the body, keeping it well away from the eyes.
- Give extra attention to insect-prone areas such as the belly, legs, girth region and neck, and massage the lather in well.
- Leave the shampoo on the coat for a minute or two so the botanical oils can do their work before you rinse.
- Rinse thoroughly with clean water until the coat runs clear and no residue remains.
- Reapply through the season as part of your regular wash routine, particularly after sweaty rides or turnout on humid days.
Made for the warmer months
Repel Oil Shampoo comes into its own once the weather turns warm and insect pressure builds. Horses get washed more often in this season, after schooling, after turnout, after a sweaty hack, and each of those washes can do a little more than rinse off the day. You do not need a plain shampoo followed by a separate spray. Fold both steps into one wash and your horse finishes clean and conditioned, with a coat that carries a fresh botanical scent insects tend to find far less appealing than sweat. It suits daily use across the height of summer and slots into a busy yard’s routine, whether that means a full bath after competition or a quick sponge-down of the legs and belly before turnout.
What makes it different
Many summer shampoos are a plain wash with fragrance added as an afterthought. Repel Oil Shampoo is built around a blend of botanical oils chosen for a dual role. They help cleanse and condition the coat, and they contribute to a scent profile that makes your horse a less attractive target for flying insects. Picture layered, purifying defence built into the wash itself, with no single ingredient carrying the load. The shampoo base handles the cleaning and conditioning, the botanical oil blend adds the fresh, insect-deterring finish, and the purifying properties of oils such as tea tree leave the skin genuinely clean rather than simply perfumed. That combination of proper cleansing performance and a thoughtful botanical profile is what separates it from a standard coat shampoo used during fly season.
Ingredient spotlight
A blend of botanical oils sits at the core of Repel Oil Shampoo, and four of them do much of the work. Citronella Oil is one of the best-known natural insect-repelling oils, prized for a bright, sharp scent that many flying insects dislike and that stays pleasant for horse and handler alike. Lemongrass Oil works alongside it, adding a fresh, clean, slightly citrus note that reinforces the natural insect-repelling profile of the wash without ever feeling harsh on the skin.
Eucalyptus Oil and Tea Tree Oil bring something different to the blend: a purifying, protective clean that leaves the coat and skin feeling fresh rather than merely fragranced. Both have a long association with purifying skincare routines, and here they round out the shampoo so it does more than mask odour. It supports a clean, comfortable coat from the ground up. Together, the four botanical oils give Repel Oil Shampoo its distinctive fresh scent and its place as a thoughtful, dual-purpose choice for the warmer months.
Fly-season grooming tips
Repel Oil Shampoo works best as one part of a broader fly-season routine, not as a stand-alone fix. A few simple habits will keep your horse comfortable right through the season.
- Pair it with a daily fly spray for all-day protection. The shampoo helps deter insects during and after washing, but a dedicated spray remains the best choice for sustained cover through a long day at turnout.
- Use a well-fitted fly rug or fly mask on horses that are particularly bothered, especially those turned out for long periods near water or woodland.
- Wash sweat off promptly after work. Sweat and grime draw insects in the first place, and a prompt rinse with Repel Oil Shampoo removes the attraction while refreshing the coat.
- Watch the belly, legs and under the jaw, since insects target these areas most, and give them a little extra attention during washing.
Frequently asked questions
Does Repel Oil Shampoo replace fly spray?
No. Repel Oil Shampoo is a wash-off shampoo. It helps repel insects during and immediately after use by leaving the coat clean and less inviting, but it does not replace a dedicated fly spray. For all-day protection, especially during turnout, we recommend pairing a wash with Repel Oil Shampoo with your usual fly spray routine.
How often can I use it?
Repel Oil Shampoo is formulated for regular use, and daily washing in the warmer months suits it well, particularly after sweaty rides or before turnout. Many owners simply use it in place of their usual shampoo whenever they bathe their horse through fly season, then return to a lighter routine as the weather cools.
Is it safe for sensitive skin?
Repel Oil Shampoo cleanses and soothes as it washes, and the botanical oil blend is designed to be gentle in normal use. As with any grooming product, we recommend a small patch test first if your horse has particularly sensitive or reactive skin. Always rinse thoroughly to remove all residue after washing.
Will the scent bother my horse?
The blend of botanical oils gives a fresh, natural scent instead of a heavy or artificial fragrance, and most horses tolerate it comfortably during washing. If your horse is especially sensitive to strong smells, introduce it gradually and keep the shampoo well away from the muzzle and eyes during application.
Can I use it all year round?
Yes. You can use Repel Oil Shampoo as a general cleansing and conditioning shampoo throughout the year. Its insect-repelling benefit matters most in the warmer months, when flies and midges are most active, but the cleansing and nourishing qualities of the botanical oil blend make it a pleasant wash in any season.
Does it help with skin that is prone to irritation from insect bites?
Repel Oil Shampoo is designed to help repel insects and to cleanse the coat gently, which can support overall skin comfort by reducing the sweat and grime that often come with irritation. It is not a medicated product and does not treat or cure any skin condition. Horses with ongoing or diagnosed skin sensitivities should always be managed under veterinary guidance alongside their usual care routine.
Is it safe to use around the face?
You can use Repel Oil Shampoo on the head and neck with care, but keep it well away from the eyes and apply it lightly around the muzzle. Use a soft, damp sponge for the face rather than a direct lather, work slowly, and rinse thoroughly with clean water so no product runs towards the eyes.
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