How to care for your sheepskin equipment?
We all fall for sheepskin! 🖤
At OHLALA, we're completely obsessed with sheepskin equipment… and we know you are too! Headcollars, girths, pads or boots: soft, chic and incredibly comfortable, these essentials are simply irresistible. ✨
But we can already hear you: "Yes, but… how do we actually care for it all?" Don't worry, we'll walk you through everything to keep your sheepskin looking its best 🤩
Which products feature sheepskin? 🤔
Sheepskin is the detail that transforms classic equipment into a truly cosy cocoon of comfort for your horse.
You'll find it almost everywhere: headcollars, girths, pads, fetlock boots, saddle pads and even leg boots. Whether it's to protect the legs, add softness under the saddle or simply bring a chic and stylish touch, sheepskin finds its way wherever comfort and style meet ✨
⚠️ Sheepskin equipment naturally retains your horse's warmth: great for comfort, but be mindful on the legs — using it too regularly can overheat and put strain on the tendons.
How to care for sheepskin equipment?
Synthetic sheepskin: practical and on-trend
Brands like Kentucky Horsewear have thought of everything: synthetic sheepskin gives you all the softness without the fuss!
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Put your items in the washing machine at 30°C, after gently brushing to remove sand and hair.
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Leave to dry in the open air — never in the tumble dryer, unless you want your sheepskin to pill.
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A quick brush once dry and it'll look good as new! Ready for the next competition 🤩
Genuine sheepskin: softness and patience
For genuine sheepskin, a little extra care is needed:
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Brush first to remove sand and hair.
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Submerge in a basin of lukewarm water with a little hand wash detergent and lather gently by hand.
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Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and gently squeeze out the excess.
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Leave to air dry (still no tumble dryer 🙈) and brush lightly to restore all that softness.
Which products feature sheepskin?
And there you have it! With these simple steps, your sheepskin equipment will stay chic, soft and impeccable, ready to go with you on every equestrian adventure. 🖤✨
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