{"product_id":"leovet-5-star-braiding-gel-for-horse-manes","title":"Leovet 5 Star Braiding Gel for Horse Manes","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLeovet 5 Star Braiding Gel — Neat Plaits That Hold\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeovet 5 Star Braiding Gel is a silicone-free mane gel that helps plaits stay in place for longer while caring for the hair. It is best for riders and grooms who plait for showing, dressage, eventing or smart turnout, and for anyone managing a long, thick or slippery mane.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe gel has been specially developed to disentangle long hairs, giving the mane better body and more hold for braiding without stickiness. Rub a small amount into the mane before plaiting to encourage grip, then plait as normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLonger-lasting plaits\u003c\/strong\u003e — helps braids stay in place for longer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetangling action\u003c\/strong\u003e — developed to disentangle long mane hairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMore body and grip\u003c\/strong\u003e — gives the mane substance so sections hold together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo sticky residue\u003c\/strong\u003e — hold without a tacky feel, so needles and bands pass through easily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilicone free\u003c\/strong\u003e formulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCares for the mane\u003c\/strong\u003e while it prepares it for braiding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of the Leovet 5 Star range, alongside the 5 Star Detangler Spray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse more mane and tail preparation in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-grooming\"\u003ehorse grooming collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeovet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 Star Braiding Gel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMane braiding and plaiting gel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFormulation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGel, silicone free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplied to the mane before plaiting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorses and ponies — manes and forelocks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrush the mane through so it lies flat and is free of obvious knots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake a small amount of gel and rub it into the mane, working along the length of the hair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the gel to help disentangle long hairs and divide the mane into even sections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlait each section as normal — the added grip helps hold the hair while you work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure with bands or thread and repeat along the crest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse sparingly and build up only if more hold is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Leovet 5 Star Braiding Gel contain silicone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The gel is silicone free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it leave the mane sticky?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is designed to give body and hold for braiding without stickiness, so thread, needles and bands still pass through the hair easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much should I use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRub a small amount into the mane before plaiting. Start with a little and add more only if the hair needs extra grip — over-applying makes sections harder to divide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it on the forelock and tail?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is intended for the mane, and the same technique works on the forelock. For tails and general detangling, the 5 Star Detangler Spray in the same range is the companion product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for ponies and native breeds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It suits horses and ponies of any type, and is particularly useful on thick or unruly manes that are difficult to keep in even sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it the day before a show?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Many riders apply it when plaiting the night before, as it helps plaits stay in place for longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout Leovet\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeovet is a German equestrian care brand making grooming, coat and mane care products for horses and ponies. 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