The Healing Power of Aloe Vera in our Equine Balm Formulations
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When it comes to skin care—human or equine—few natural ingredients are as universally loved and trusted as aloe vera. At Bonela Equine, we believe in using plant-powered ingredients that truly support your horse’s health and comfort. That’s why aloe vera features in all of our healing balms.
Whether your horse is dealing with bites, scratches, rubs, or summer skin irritation, aloe vera brings a cooling, healing touch that makes a visible difference.
What Is Aloe Vera?
Aloe vera is a succulent plant known for its thick, gel-filled leaves. For centuries, it's been used across cultures as a natural remedy for burns, wounds, inflammation, and skin irritation. The gel contains more than 75 active compounds, including vitamins, enzymes, amino acids, and antioxidants—all of which make it a powerhouse for skin health.
The Key Benefits of Aloe Vera for Horses
1. Rapid Soothing of Irritated Skin Aloe vera is incredibly cooling and hydrating, making it perfect for soothing hot, itchy, or inflamed areas. Whether your horse is suffering from insect bites, sweet itch, or rubbed skin, aloe delivers instant relief.
2. Accelerates Wound Healing Aloe stimulates fibroblast activity, helping to regenerate skin cells and speed up wound healing. It also improves circulation in the affected area, encouraging a faster recovery process.
3. Natural Anti-Inflammatory Properties Aloe contains compounds like bradykinase and acemannan that help reduce swelling, redness, and irritation naturally—without synthetic steroids.
4. Antibacterial & Antifungal Action Aloe’s natural antimicrobial properties help protect wounds and broken skin from infection. It’s a gentle but effective option for minor skin concerns, bites, or post-fly-rubbed areas.
5. Deep Hydration Without Greasiness Aloe vera is extremely hydrating, yet it’s lightweight and non-greasy. It helps to moisturise dry or sun-exposed skin while letting it breathe and recover naturally.
Why We Include Aloe Vera in Our Healing Balm
Our Fly Away Healing Balm is designed to do more than just soothe—it’s crafted to support recovery, protect against insects, and restore skin health. Aloe vera plays a central role in that formula by:
- Calming inflammation and irritation
- Aiding tissue repair and regeneration
- Hydrating dry, damaged, or sun-affected skin
- Creating a gentle, breathable barrier that locks in moisture
When combined with other natural powerhouses like calendula, neem, and vitamin E, aloe vera enhances the effectiveness of our balms and ensures your horse gets the very best in natural care.
Natural, Nurturing, and Effective
At Bonela Equine, we carefully select every ingredient for its proven benefits. Aloe vera is one of those ingredients that offers real, visible results—while being safe, gentle, and 100% natural.
If your horse’s skin needs support, comfort, and protection, our aloe-rich healing balm is a beautiful place to start.