{"product_id":"smart-grooming-plaiting-wax-stick-with-argan-oil","title":"Smart Grooming Plaiting Wax Stick with Argan Oil","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSmart Grooming Plaiting Wax - Conditioning Argan Oil Wax Stick for Neat, Defined Plaits\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eSmart Grooming Plaiting Wax is a conditioning wax stick that grips the mane while you plait, smoothing flyaways and adding definition to every section. It is made for riders, grooms and show producers who plait horses and ponies and want the hair to stay put instead of slipping out mid-plait.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInfused with argan oil, the formula nourishes the hair as you style, so it is best for long plaiting sessions ahead of a show, for tidying full manes on native ponies and traditionals, and for anyone who finds dry, fluffy manes hard to control. The push-up base keeps application precise and mess-free on the yard.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrip where you need it:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wax-based formula holds each section so plaits stay neat and do not slip as you work.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArgan oil conditioning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moisturises and supports healthy hair while you style, reducing dryness during long plaiting sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooths flyaways:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tames loose hairs for clear, defined lines along the crest.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePush-up stick:\u003c\/strong\u003e Twist the base up for controlled, mess-free application - no pots, no sticky fingers.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeyond plaiting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Also useful for taming flyaway hair on full manes, native ponies and traditionals.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYard and show bag friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact stick format travels easily for last-minute touch-ups.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmart Grooming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlaiting and braiding wax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWax stick with push-up base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKey ingredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArgan oil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFull ingredients\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater, Microcrystalline Wax, Argan Oil, Paraffin Wax, Glycerol Stearate, Bentonite, DMDM Hydantoin, Parfum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShow plaits, running plaits, full manes, native ponies, traditionals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoot to ends, then plait as required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eBrush the mane through so it is clean, dry and tangle-free, then damp it down lightly if you prefer.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRemove the cap and push the stick up from the base so a small amount of wax is exposed.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply evenly to the section of mane, working from the root down to the ends.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlait as required, adding a little more wax to any flyaway hairs as you go.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSecure with bands or thread, then smooth the finished plait with a light touch of wax for definition.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTwist the stick back down, replace the cap and store at room temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more turnout essentials in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-grooming\"\u003ehorse grooming collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does plaiting wax actually do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt adds grip to the mane so sections stay in place while you plait, smooths flyaway hairs and gives clear, defined lines in the finished plait.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Smart Grooming Plaiting Wax suitable for thick native manes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. As well as show plaits it is effective for taming flyaway hair on full manes, native ponies and traditionals that are shown unplaited.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is in the formula?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater, Microcrystalline Wax, Argan Oil, Paraffin Wax, Glycerol Stearate, Bentonite, DMDM Hydantoin and Parfum. The argan oil conditions the hair while you style.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I apply it without making a mess?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePush the stick up from the base so only a little wax is exposed, then stroke it along the mane from root to ends. The stick format means you do not need to dip your fingers into a pot.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I remove the wax afterwards?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake the plaits out and wash the mane through with your usual equine shampoo, working the lather right down to the roots, then rinse thoroughly.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used on tails?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is intended for mane and tail hair, so it can be used to smooth flyaways at the top of a plaited tail. Keep it away from the eyes and do not apply to broken skin.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Smart Grooming\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eSmart Grooming develops practical turnout and grooming products for riders preparing horses and ponies for the show ring and for everyday yard use, with a focus on straightforward products that make plaiting, trimming and finishing easier.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e { \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [ { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What does plaiting wax actually do?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"It adds grip to the mane so sections stay in place while you plait, smooths flyaway hairs and gives clear, defined lines in the finished plait.\" } }, { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is Smart Grooming Plaiting Wax suitable for thick native manes?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes. 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