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Lincoln Horse Skin Care
Which Lincoln skin care product does my horse need?
For wet, muddy legs, start with a barrier: Lincoln Pig Oil & Sulphur (from £6.79) or the quicker-to-apply Lincoln Pig Oil Spray (£5.19). For legs that are already sore and scabby, reach for Lincoln Muddy Buddy Ointment (£9.01) or Lincoln Muddy Buddy Magic Mud Kure Cream (£18.84). For itching and rubbing, try Lincoln Itchy Horse Neem Shampoo (from £7.41) or Lincoln Stop The Itch (£21.27). Everything below is Lincoln, and everything named is in stock right now.
In a hurry? Pick by the problem
- Muddy field, healthy skin (prevention): Lincoln Pig Oil & Sulphur from £6.79, or Lincoln Mud Screen £7.72.
- Legs already sore or scabby: Lincoln Muddy Buddy Ointment £9.01.
- Wet legs you need to dry off fast: Lincoln Muddy Buddy Powder £9.32.
- Itching, rubbing, mane and tail: Lincoln Itchy Horse Neem Shampoo from £7.41.
- Geldings needing a sheath clean: Lincoln Sheath Cleaner £14.04.
- Cheapest way in: Lincoln Pig Oil Spray £5.19.
How do the Lincoln skin care products compare?
| Product | Best for | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Pig Oil & Sulphur | Traditional water-repelling barrier on legs and heels | 1 Litre / 4 Litre | from £6.79 |
| Lincoln Pig Oil Spray | Same idea, spray-on, no mess, quick daily use | 500ml | £5.19 |
| Lincoln Mud Screen | A screen against wet and mud before turnout | 500ml | £7.72 |
| Lincoln Muddy Buddy Ointment | Soothing, protective cover for sore, mud-worn legs | 500gm | £9.01 |
| Lincoln Muddy Buddy Magic Mud Kure Cream | Targeted care for stubborn, scabby patches | 200gm | £18.84 |
| Lincoln Muddy Buddy Powder | Drying powder for legs you can't get properly dry | 350g | £9.32 |
| Lincoln Itchy Horse Neem Shampoo | Washing itchy, irritated skin, manes and tails | 500ml / 4 Litre | from £7.41 |
| Lincoln Stop The Itch | Spot use on itchy areas between baths | 500ml | £21.27 |
| Lincoln Revitalising Wash | Gentle everyday wash for tired-looking skin and coat | 500ml | £5.50 |
| Lincoln Liniment Shampoo | Refreshing wash after hard work | 500ml | £5.50 |
| Lincoln Sheath Cleaner | Cleaning the sheath area on geldings and stallions | 500ml | £14.04 |
What causes mud fever, and how does a barrier help?
Wet, muddy conditions soften the skin on the lower leg. Once that skin is soft and grazed, bacteria already living in the mud can take hold, and you get the sore, crusty heels most of us call mud fever. A barrier product such as Lincoln Pig Oil & Sulphur or Lincoln Mud Screen aims to keep water and mud off the skin in the first place, so the skin stays in better condition through a wet winter. Barrier products support prevention; they are not a substitute for veterinary treatment. If the legs are hot, swollen, very painful or the horse is lame, call your vet before applying anything.
Should I use pig oil, ointment or powder?
Think of it as three jobs. Pig oil (liquid or spray) is for skin that is currently sound and needs keeping dry. Ointment, like Lincoln Muddy Buddy Ointment at £9.01, is thicker and is designed for legs that are already showing wear, giving a soothing, protective cover. Powder, such as Lincoln Muddy Buddy Powder at £9.32, helps take moisture out of legs that will not dry properly, which is often the missing step in a wet yard. Plenty of owners keep all three in the tack room and pick by the weather.
What if the itching is the main problem?
Start by washing with Lincoln Itchy Horse Neem Shampoo (from £7.41 for 500ml, or £29.31 for 4 Litre if you have several horses or a long summer ahead). Neem has long been used in grooming products for irritated skin. Between washes, Lincoln Stop The Itch at £21.27 can be used on the areas your horse keeps going back to. Persistent rubbing at the mane and tail is worth a vet or specialist opinion, as sweet itch and other causes need a proper plan rather than a single product.
How often should I be applying these?
Barrier products generally go on clean, dry legs before turnout, and get topped up as often as your conditions demand - daily in a wet spell, less often in a dry one. Washes are occasional rather than daily; over-washing strips natural oils and can make skin drier. Always follow the instructions on the individual product label, and patch test on a small area if your horse has sensitive skin.
Lincoln skin care FAQs
What is the cheapest Lincoln horse skin care product you stock?
Lincoln Pig Oil Spray in 500ml is £5.19, and Lincoln Revitalising Wash and Lincoln Liniment Shampoo are both £5.50 in 500ml. If you want the best value per litre, Lincoln Pig Oil & Sulphur is £6.79 for 1 Litre and £24.21 for 4 Litre.
Do these products treat mud fever?
They are grooming and skin care products, not medicines. Barrier products such as Lincoln Pig Oil & Sulphur and Lincoln Mud Screen help keep wet and mud off the skin, and Lincoln Muddy Buddy Ointment gives a soothing, protective cover to legs that have taken a battering. If your horse has broken, weeping or painful skin, or is lame, speak to your vet first - they may want to prescribe treatment, and these products can then support the routine your vet sets.
What is the difference between Muddy Buddy Ointment and Magic Mud Kure Cream?
Lincoln Muddy Buddy Ointment (500gm, £9.01) is the larger, everyday tub for covering whole lower legs through a wet season. Lincoln Muddy Buddy Magic Mud Kure Cream (200gm, £18.84) is a smaller, more concentrated cream aimed at specific stubborn patches rather than blanket use. Many owners use the ointment broadly and keep the cream for problem spots.
Is Lincoln Sheath Cleaner safe to use myself?
Lincoln Sheath Cleaner (500ml, £14.04) is made for the job and is used routinely on many yards. Work calmly, use warm water, and only do it if your horse is happy being handled there - plenty of people book it in with the vet or an experienced groom instead. If you find swelling, discharge or a lump, stop and call your vet.
Can I use the neem shampoo on a horse with sensitive skin?
Lincoln Itchy Horse Neem Shampoo (from £7.41) is designed for itchy, irritated skin, but any horse can react to any product. Patch test a small area first, rinse thoroughly, and leave a day or two between washes. If the skin looks worse rather than better, stop using it and ask your vet.
Which sizes should I buy for more than one horse?
Two products come in a 4 Litre size: Lincoln Pig Oil & Sulphur at £24.21, and Lincoln Itchy Horse Neem Shampoo at £29.31. The neem shampoo is the bigger saving, working out around £7.33 a litre against £14.82 a litre for the 500ml bottle at £7.41. The pig oil is a smaller saving - roughly £6.05 a litre in the 4 Litre, against £6.79 for the 1 Litre. Both suit a yard with several horses. Not sure what suits your set-up? Get in touch and our team will help.
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Last reviewed 2026-07-24 by the Just Horse Riders team.