Keratin Nutrition Ointment by ESC Laboratoire is a high quality ointment made from quality plant materials that protect the horn such as vegetable wax or oleoresin. This ointment made from laurel oil is suitable for daily maintenance of the hoof in order to nourish and soften the horn. Laurel oil also helps cleanse and protect against bacterial infections. To ensure perfect consistency throughout the year, the level of vegetable wax is adapted according to temperature changes. The formula of this care product is guaranteed without tar or mammalian fat. The strong points of this formula are: Vegetable wax: vegetable wax comes from a tree from a tree in South America. This wax has a strong film-forming power and is therefore protective for the hoof. It is a natural coating agent commonly used in the cosmetic industry Oleoresin: an oleoresin is a natural secretion formed from an essence and the resin resulting from the oxidation of this essence. Therebentine essential oil, obtained from the distillation of coniferous resin, is particularly recognized for its antiseptic properties. Keratin: keratin is a protein synthesized by the body and used as a structural element of the skin appendages. Keratin is the main constituent of the epidermis, hair and horn What should you combine ESC Laboratoire nutrition ointment with? If the frog is in poor condition, an anti-bacterial care lotion can be applied before the ointment. Bedsore based on Peruvian balsam, cleans and restores damaged frogs and helps prevent the risk of hoof infection. Peru balsam is a thick brown resin from a tree native to Central America. This substance was traditionally used by the Indians for its healing properties. Peru balsam also has the power to stop and eliminate bacteria and microbes.