Why We Use Beeswax in Our Balms — Nature’s Protective Power

When creating natural care products for horses, every ingredient must serve a purpose. At the heart of our Fly Away Healing Balm (and our other balms) is a simple, time-tested ingredient: beeswax.

But why beeswax? Isn’t it just a thickener?

Far from it. Beeswax plays a vital role in both the effectiveness and texture of our balms. Here’s why it earns a permanent place in our formulas:

Natural Barrier Without Blocking Skin

Beeswax forms a light, breathable layer on the skin — like a shield. This barrier helps lock in moisture while still allowing the skin to breathe. For horses with minor wounds, insect bites, or irritated patches, that’s crucial. It protects delicate skin from dirt and bacteria while letting the healing process continue naturally.

Long-Lasting Hydration

Unlike synthetic ingredients that can dry out over time, beeswax works with the skin to maintain hydration. It seals in moisture from other healing oils (like Aloe Vera or Vitamin E), helping to soothe dry, cracked, or inflamed areas — especially on exposed spots like the face, legs, or around the tail.

Naturally Antibacterial

Beeswax has mild antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, which support the balm’s ability to fight off infection and reduce swelling. It's one more layer of protection, especially when your horse has small cuts or insect bites that could otherwise become irritated or infected.

Adheres to the Coat for Long-Lasting Protection

One of beeswax’s most important (and underrated) qualities is its grip. It helps the balm adhere gently to the coat and skin, even when your horse is sweating, grazing, or rolling. This means longer-lasting protection from biting insects and environmental irritants — without constant reapplication.

Whether you're tackling summer flies or soothing sore spots, beeswax keeps the balm where it’s needed most, giving your horse continuous relief.

Stable, Gentle, and Safe

Unlike petroleum-based products, beeswax is completely natural, gentle on sensitive skin, and safe for regular use. It also helps give our balms their smooth texture, so they’re easy to apply — and stay put, even in warmer weather.

Final Thoughts

We believe that effective equine care doesn’t need chemicals — just the right ingredients from nature. Beeswax is one of those gifts: it hydrates, protects, heals, and enhances every balm we make. From moisture retention to lasting fly protection, beeswax helps our products work smarter and longer — so your horse stays comfortable, naturally.