Donkey Skin Issues - DIY Skin Potion 🪄

✨ Prepare to be amazed by the most Magical and Rad DIY Donkey Skin Potion! ✨

Follow my recipe below and you'll be mixing up your very own potion like a modern-day donkey-loving wizard 🧙‍♂️ This remedy has the power to soothe itching, banish hair loss, and tackle a plethora of other pesky skin issues.

This easy-to-make topical has been my go-to donkey skin solution for the past 10 years.  

The DIY donkey skin potion is a mixture of *organic cold-pressed neem oil and avocado oil in a 1:6 ratio. Both oils have a multitude of benefits for your donkey's skin. *cold-pressed organic neem only

Neem oil:

Anti-fungal: Neem oil contains azadirachtin and other compounds that have anti-fungal properties, which may help treat fungal infections on donkey skin.
Anti-parasitic: Neem oil can be effective against various parasites, including lice and mites, as it disrupts their growth and reproduction.
Anti-inflammatory: The oil's anti-inflammatory properties may help soothe inflamed skin and reduce itching.

Avocado oil:

Moisturizing: Rich in fatty acids, avocado oil can help moisturize and nourish dry or damaged skin, promoting skin health.
Hair growth: The oil may promote hair growth due to its nutrients and moisturizing properties.
Soothing: Avocado oil has a soothing effect on irritated skin, which can help alleviate itchiness and discomfort.

But hey, you don't have to take my word for it!  🕵️‍♂️ A quick Google search will reveal a treasure trove of information about the benefits of both Neem and Avocado oils. 

Directions: 

• Combine one part organic cold-pressed neem oil with six parts avocado oil in a clean container
  (for example, use 1 tablespoon of neem oil and 6 tablespoons of avocado oil).
• Mix the oils well, ensuring they are thoroughly combined.
• Apply the potion to your donkey's affected skin areas, taking care to cover all the problem spots.
• Leave the oil on your donkey's skin, allowing it to work its magic on the affected areas and provide ongoing relief.
• Reapply the treatment every 3 days, or as needed, depending on the severity of the skin issues.

If you'd like, add a few drops of therapeutic-grade essential oils to your potion for an extra touch of enchantment. 🌟

Lavender essential oil:

1. Soothing: Lavender oil is known for its calming and soothing properties, making it excellent for easing skin irritations and itchiness.
2. Anti-inflammatory: The oil can help reduce inflammation on your donkey's skin, providing relief for various skin issues.
3. Antimicrobial: Lavender oil has antimicrobial properties, which can help protect your donkey's skin from infection.

Helichrysum essential oil:

Healing: Helichrysum oil is renowned for its skin regeneration abilities, making it perfect for promoting the healing of cuts, scrapes, or other skin issues.
Anti-inflammatory: Like lavender oil, helichrysum oil also boasts anti-inflammatory properties, helping to calm irritated skin.
Antioxidant: This essential oil is rich in antioxidants, which can help protect your donkey's skin from environmental stressors.

🚨 While I'm all about that DIY life, I have got to remind you that I'm not a veterinarian. Just a long time donkey-lover sharing some of my magical secrets. So, before you go full-on potion master, always consult with your trusty vet to make sure your donkey's are getting the best care possible.

Please let us know if this helps you and your donkey by sharing a comment below. We'd love to hear about your experience!

Wishing you and your donkey a magical journey towards healthy skin,

Megan Hensley 

Holistic Hooves - The Donkey Farrier