Smart Grooming Plaiting Gel for Manes & Tails
Description
Smart Grooming Plaiting Gel - Clear, Water-Based Hold for Perfect Plaits
Smart Grooming Plaiting Gel is a water-based grooming gel that gives strong, flexible hold and control when plaiting or braiding a horse's mane or tail. It is best for riders preparing show, dressage or in-hand plaits who want defined sections that stay put, without the stiff, crusty finish of heavier products.
The light, clear formula adds a subtle tackiness for grip while keeping the hair moist and pliable, so sections are easier to separate and each plait sits cleanly. It suits horses, ponies, cobs and warmbloods, and is equally useful for taming stray hairs on the yard between competitions.
Key Features
- Strong, flexible hold: Maintains neat plaits from the first section to the last without setting hard.
- Keeps hair pliable: Water-based formula helps hydrate the mane or tail so hair stays manageable while you work.
- Clear formula: Clear gel with subtle tackiness that leaves no visible residue on dark or light manes.
- Natural gloss, less dust: Adds shine while helping prevent dust building up on the hair.
- Considered ingredients: Contains argan oil, vitamin E and castor oil alongside water and acrylates/VP copolymer.
- Simple to apply: Squeeze a little onto the fingers, work through the hair and plait as required.
- Bottle note: Supplied in a black or white bottle - the gel is clear in both.
Specifications
| Brand | Smart Grooming |
|---|---|
| Product type | Plaiting and braiding gel |
| Base | Water-based |
| Appearance | Light, clear gel |
| Bottle colour | Black or white (clear gel in both) |
| Ingredients | Water, Acrylates/VP Copolymer, Argan Oil, Vitamin E, Castor Oil, Parfume |
| Application area | Mane and tail |
| Suitable for | Horse, pony, cob, warmblood |
| Country of origin | China |
How to Use
- Brush the mane or tail through so it is clean and free of tangles.
- Squeeze a small amount of gel onto your fingers - use sparingly, as a little goes a long way.
- Work the gel into the section of hair you are about to plait, from the roots downwards.
- Plait as required, adding a touch more gel to stray hairs if needed.
- Secure with bands or thread, then smooth over the finished plait to tidy loose ends.
- Brush or wash out once the plaits are taken down. Keep away from the eyes and wash hands after use.
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FAQ
Does Smart Grooming Plaiting Gel leave a white residue?
No. The gel is clear rather than opaque, so when used sparingly it does not leave visible residue on either dark or light manes.
Can it be used on tails as well as manes?
Yes. It is designed for use on both the mane and the tail, including plaited and sewn tails.
How much should I use?
Use sparingly. Squeeze a small amount onto your fingers, work it into one section at a time and build up gradually if you need more grip - over-applying makes the hair harder to handle.
Will it make the mane stiff?
No. It is formulated to give tackiness and grip while keeping the hair moist and pliable, so plaits stay flexible rather than setting hard.
Why is my bottle black when the photo shows white?
The gel is supplied in either a black or a white bottle depending on stock. The formula inside is the same clear gel in both.
How do I remove it?
Because it is water based, it brushes out and washes out of the mane and tail with water and your usual shampoo once the plaits are taken down.
About Smart Grooming
Smart Grooming develops practical grooming and turnout products for riders and producers preparing horses at home, on the yard and in the ring. The range focuses on straightforward, easy-to-apply formulas that deliver a tidy, well-presented finish.