Flaky and greasy skin in dogs and cats

Flaky and greasy skin in dogs and cats

V-SKIN

SEBO

Malaclean shampoo

A complement to the treatment of skin with keratinization disorders. Effective cleaning of the desquamation and grease with antiseptic components to help combat secondary yeast infections. Respects the skin barrier.

With very gentle soap, deeply restorative and hydrating.

Key points:

How to use it:

  1. Wet the hair with lukewarm water and apply. Rub gently, leave on for 5-10 minutes and rinse with plenty of clean water.

When to use it:

  • As a complement to the treatment of atopic skin with flaking or seborrhoea. Ideal for use before V-SKIN Sebo GlucoZinc spray to clean the skin and fur.

How to use it:

  1. Wet the hair with lukewarm water and apply. Rub gently, leave on for 5-10 minutes and rinse with plenty of clean water.

Watch the product application video!

Vets' opinions

What you need to know about Seborrheic skin

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