Itching? Constant Ithcning and your dog's thumping foot keeping you awake at night? Constant itching in pets can be caused by things like fleas, hay fever or other allergies. Or it can be nothing more serious than dry skin. The continuous scratching, can lead to hair loss, skin damage and more seriously, infections.
To curb the itch, here's wha some vets recommend.
Sooth with a dip. "The easiest way to sooth an itch pet fast is to give him a cool Bath," Says Lowell Ackerman, D.V.M., PH.D., A Vet in private practice in Scottsdale, Arizona, and author of Skin and Haircoat Problems in Dogs. The temporary relief from a dool dip can last from several hours to as long as several days, he says. Try to keep your pet in the water for about ten minutes, he advises, but if he won't stay still that long, even a few minutes in the tub will probably help.
Not surprisingly, many cats would rather fight than bathe. Kenic manufactures Sulpha Med Shampoo. Kenic Sulfa-Med Medicated Shampoo is formulated to aid in treatment of dry, flaky skin and other skin problems caused by seborrhea, eczema and flea bite disturbances. Neutral pH. May be used daily or as needed. For dogs, cats, ferrets and rabbits. Detergent and soap free. Its concentrated and may go a long way for your pet.
"Oatmeal Baths can be helpful to animals," says Tam Garland, D.V.M., Ph.D., a Veterinary toxicologist at the Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine. She recommends washing your pet with an oatmeal shampoo.
According to Gloria Nicolosi, of Glo-Marr Products, maker of Kenic brand products and oatmeal shampoo, "people shampoo may be too harsh for your pets skin." Thats why we recommend a product like Oatmeal shampoo to be gentle with the skin and avoid irritation, even if there is an allergie or some other reason for the itch, oatmeal shampoo is still a good idea to use.
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Even Humans can use oatmeal products, or oatmeal shampoo;
Colloidal oatmeal, which is oatmeal converted to a fine powder, has been used for thousands of years to cure itchiness. Keep in mind that this type of oatmeal cannot be eaten! Its natural properties are hailed by the US Food and Drug Administration, an organization hesitant to call anything natural before careful scientific study. Oatmeal has been proven to protect the skin and provide relief towards itching. In addition, it is an excellent irritation healer. When insect bites and poisonous plants ravage your skin, oatmeal can be used to relieve these skin rashes.
Enthusiasts also used oatmeal powder in hot baths. When you add oatmeal powder into your warm bathwater, the water turns milky which allows the oatmeal to disperse rather than settle to the bottom. In addition to its healing properties, immersing yourself in a tub of oatmeal powder feels great. Remember, run your bathwater to hot and add a pack of oatmeal right under the faucet (instead of heaving it in there) to help spread the oatmeal around. Keep the water lukewarm rather than hot. Hot baths will only dehydrate your skin and strip it of its essential oils. Soak in the oatmeal bath for no more than 20 minutes and be careful when you step out, as the tub will become slippery. Opt to pat or blot your skin dry rather than rubbing your skin to keep the moisture intact.
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Manufacturers stock numbers K-3710 Oatmeal Conditioning Shampoo, Kenic Brand
Manufacturers stock numbers K-3720 Oatmeal Conditioning Shampoo, Kenic Brand
Manufacturers stock numbers K-3725 Oatmeal Conditioning Shampoo, Kenic Brand
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION I . GENERAL INFORMATION
MANUFACTURER.S NAME . Glo-Marr Products, Inc.
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER . 800.228.7387
FAX NUMBER . 502.839.6440
ADDRESS . 400 Lincoln Street, Kentucky 40342
CHEMICAL NAME AND SYNONYMS .
TRADE NAME AND SYNONYMS . Kenic Oatmeal Conditioning Shampoo
CHEMICAL FAMILY . Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate Stearic Acid
Monoethanolamide
FORMULA . Proprietary
PRODUCT # - K-3710, K-3720, K-3725
SECTION II . HAZARDOUS INGEDIENTS % TVL UNITS
PAINTS PRESERVATIVES AND SOLVENTS N/A
PIGMENTS N/A
CATALYST N/A
VEHICLE N/A
SOLVENTS N/A
ADDITIVES N/A
ALLOYS & METALLIC COATINGS N/A
BASE METAL N/A
ALLOYS N/A
METALLIC COATINGS N/A
FILLER METAL PLUS COATING OR CORE FLUX N/A
OTHERS None Known
HAZARDOUS MIXTURES OF OTHER LIQUIDS SOLIDS, OR GASES . N/A
SECTION III . PHYSICAL DATA
BOILING POINT (F) . 536 F
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O=1) . 1.01
VAPOR PRESSURE @70°F . N/A
PERCENT, VOLATILE BY VOLUME (%) . N/A
VAPOR DENSITY (AIR=1) . N/A
EVAPORATION RATE . N/A
SOLUVILITY IN WATER . Soluble
APPEARANCE AND ODOR . Light amber liquid . Odor fragrance of light cherry
SECTION IV . FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT (METHOD USED) . N/A
FLAMMABLE LIMITS . N/A
LEL - N/A
EEL . N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA . N/A
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES . N/A
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS . N/A
SECTION V . HEALTH HAZARD DATA
THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE . N/A
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE . In case of massive ingestion (8 oz. or more),
nervous symptoms, tremors.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES . Eyes: Flush eyes with large
amounts of running water
.
SKIN: Wash with large amounts of running water.
INGESTION: If swallowed, call physician. DO NOT induce vomiting.
VOMITING: Give large quantities of water and get immediate medical attention. If
vomiting occurs spontaneously, keep head below hips to prevent aspiration of liquid
into lungs. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
SECTION VI . REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY - Stable
CONDITIONS TO AVOID . Avoid getting into eyes. For external use only.
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID) . Extended contact of
concentrate shampoo with aluminum.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSIITON PRODUCTS . N/A
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION . Will not occur
CONDITIONS TO AVOID . None in ordinary use
.
SECTION VII . SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURE
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASE OR SPILLED -
Small amounts soak up with absorbent material.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD . Small amounts flush down sewer drain.
Observe local, state and federal regulations. Large amounts do not contaminate
streams, lakes or ponds. This product is biodegradable
SECTION VIII . SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (SPECIFY TYPE) . No special procedure.
VENTILATION . LOCAL EXHAUST . OK
MECHANICAL (GENERAL) . OK
SPECIAL .
OTHER -
PROTECTION GLOVES . Rubber gloves to minimize contact
EYE PROTECTION . Goggles is splatter hazard.
OTHER PROTECTIVE QUIPMENT . None-in ordinary use.
SECTION IX . SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING . DO
NOT REUSE CONTAINER. TRIPLE RINSE, AND DISPOSE IN TRASH,
SANITARY LANDFILL OR IF ALLOWED BY STATE AND LOCAL
AUTHORITIES, BY BURNING IF BURNED, STAY OUT OF SMOKE.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS . Keep all chemicals out of reach of children
OTHER INFORMATION . Biodegradable
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate.
However, Glo-Marr Products, Inc. does not assume any liability whatsoever
for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final
determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the
user. All materials may present unknown healthy hazards and should be used
with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot
guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
END OF MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Manufacturers stock numbers K-3810 Oatmeal Conditioning Spray, Kenic Brand
Manufacturers stock numbers K-3820 Oatmeal Conditioning Spray, Kenic Brand
Manufacturers stock numbers K-3825 Oatmeal Conditioning Spray, Kenic Brand
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION I . GENERAL INFORMATION
MANUFACTURER.S NAME . Glo-Marr Products, Inc.
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER . 800.228.7387
FAX NUMBER . 502.839.6440
ADDRESS . 400 Lincoln Street, Kentucky 40342
CHEMICAL NAME AND SYNONYMS .
TRADE NAME AND SYNONYMS . Kenic Oatmeal Conditioning Spray
CHEMICAL FAMILY .
FORMULA . Proprietary
PRODUCT # - K-3810, K-3820, K-3825
SECTION II . HAZARDOUS INGEDIENTS % TVL UNITS
PAINTS PRESERVATIVES AND SOLVENTS N/A
PIGMENTS N/A
CATALYST N/A
VEHICLE N/A
SOLVENTS N/A
ADDITIVES N/A
ALLOYS & METALLIC COATINGS N/A
BASE METAL N/A
ALLOYS N/A
METALLIC COATINGS N/A
FILLER METAL PLUS COATING OR CORE FLUX N/A
OTHERS None Known
HAZARDOUS MIXTURES OF OTHER LIQUIDS SOLIDS, OR GASES . N/A
SECTION III . PHYSICAL DATA
BOILING POINT (F) .
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O=1) . .Approx 1
VAPOR PRESSURE @70°F . N/A
PERCENT, VOLATILE BY VOLUME (%) .
VAPOR DENSITY (AIR=1) .
EVAPORATION RATE .
SOLUBILITY IN WATER . Soluble
APPEARANCE AND ODOR . Milky white liquid . Light cherry fragrance
SECTION IV . FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT (METHOD USED) . N/A
FLAMMABLE LIMITS . N/A
LEL - N/A
EEL . N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA . Carbon dioxide foam or dry chemical
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES . Class B fire procedures, wear
NOISH approved respirator and full protective gear
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS . None known, treat as
combustible or flammable liquid.
SECTION V . HEALTH HAZARD DATA
THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE . Not determined
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE . In case of massive ingestion (8 oz. or more),
nervous symptoms, tremors.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES . Eyes: Flush eyes with large
amounts of running water for 15 minutes, get medical attention.
SKIN: Wash with soap and large amounts of running water.
INGESTION: If swallowed, drink copious amounts of water, call physician. DO
NOT induce vomiting.
VOMITING: Give large quantities of water and get immediate medical attention. If
vomiting occurs spontaneously, keep head below hips to prevent aspiration of liquid
into lungs. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
INHALATION . Breathe fresh air.
SECTION VI . REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY - Stable
CONDITIONS TO AVOID . Avoid getting into eyes. For external use only. Avoid
heavy spraying in small closed unventilated room.
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID) . N/A
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSIITON PRODUCTS . N/A
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION . Will not occur
CONDITIONS TO AVOID . None in ordinary use.
SECTION VII . SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURE
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASE OR SPILLED -
Soak with sweeping compound or similar absorbent material then wash with
detergent and water.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD . Flush with detergent and water.
Observe local, state and federal regulations. Large amounts do not contaminate
streams, lakes or ponds.
SECTION VIII . SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (SPECIFY TYPE) . None normally required with
adequate ventilation.
VENTILATION . LOCAL EXHAUST . OK
MECHANICAL (GENERAL) . OK
SPECIAL .
OTHER -
PROTECTION GLOVES . Not required
EYE PROTECTION . Safety glasses.
OTHER PROTECTIVE QUIPMENT . Upon heavy use in restricted area use
rubber gloves and wear safety glasses or goggles. Make sure local ventilation is
adequate or use mechanical exhaust.
SECTION IX . SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING . DO
NOT STORE OVER 100 DEGREES F. KEEP CONTAINER AWAY FROM
HEAT. Handle as flammable liquid as appropriate. Avoid eye contact. Use with
adequate ventilation wash after use. This product is biodegradable. Containers are
recyclable.
SANITARY LANDFILL OR IF ALLOWED BY STATE AND LOCAL
AUTHORITIES, BY BURNING IF BURNED, STAY OUT OF SMOKE.
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate.
However, Glo-Marr Products, Inc. does not assume any liability whatsoever
for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final
determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the
user. All materials may present unknown healthy hazards and should be used
with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot
guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
END OF MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Shampoo
The word shampoo in English usage dates back to 1762, with the meaning "to massage". The word was a loan from Anglo-Indian shampoo, in turn from Hindi champo, imperative of champna , "to smear, knead the muscles, massage". It itself comes from Sanskrit/Hindi word "champa", the flowers of the plant Michelia champaca which have traditionally been used to make fragrant hair-oil.
The term and service was introduced by a Sake Dean Mahomed, who opened a shampooing bath known as Mahomed's Indian Vapour Baths in Brighton, England in 1759. His baths were like Turkish baths where clients received an Indian treatment of champi (shampooing) or therapeutic massage. His service was appreciated; he received the high accolade of being appointed ‘Shampooing Surgeon’ to both George IV and William IV.
During the early stages of shampoo, English hair stylists boiled shaved soap in water and added herbs to give the hair shine and fragrance. Kasey Hebert was the first known maker of shampoo, and the origin is currently attributed to him.
Originally, soap and shampoo were very similar products; both containing surfactants, a type of detergent. Modern shampoo as it is known today was first introduced in the 1930s with Drene, the first synthetic (non-soap) shampoo.
From ancient times to this day, Indians have been using different formulations of shampoos using herbs like neem, shikakai or soapnut, henna, bael, brahmi, fenugreek, buttermilk, amla, aloe, and almond in combination with some aromatic components like sandalwood, jasmine, turmeric, rose, and musk.
How shampoo works Shampoo cleans by stripping sebum from the hair. Sebum is an oil secreted by hair follicles that is readily absorbed by the strands of hair, and forms a protective layer. Sebum protects the protein structure of hair from damage, but this protection comes at a cost. It tends to collect dirt, styling products and scalp flakes. Surfactants strip the sebum from the hair shafts and thereby remove the dirt attached to it.
While both soaps and shampoos contain surfactants, soap bonds to oils with such affinity that it removes too much if used on hair. Shampoo uses a different class of surfactants balanced to avoid removing too much oil from the hair.
The chemical mechanisms that underlie hair cleansing are similar to that of traditional soap. Undamaged hair has a hydrophobic surface to which skin lipids such as sebum stick, but water is initially repelled. The lipids do not come off easily when the hair is rinsed with plain water. Shampoo applied to wet hair is absorbed into the oil/hair interfaces. The anionic surfactants substantially reduce the interfacial surface tension and allow for the removal of the sebum from the hair shaft. The non-polar oily materials on the hair shaft are solubilised into the surfactant micelle structures of the shampoo and are removed during rinsing. There is also considerable removal through a surfactant and oil "roll up" effect. The foamy effect achieved by massaging shampoo into the hair is purely aesthetic. The foam itself does nothing to clean the hair and is a byproduct of the ingredients.
Composition
Shampoo formulations seek to maximize the following qualities:
Easy rinsing
Good finish after washing hair
Minimal skin/eye irritation
No damage to hair
Feels thick and/or creamy
Pleasant fragrance
Low toxicity
Good biodegradability
Slightly acidic (pH less than 7), since a basic environment weakens the hair by breaking the disulfide bonds in hair keratin.
Many shampoos are pearlescent. This effect is achieved by addition of tiny flakes of suitable materials, eg. glycol distearate, chemically derived from stearic acid, which may have either animal or vegetable origins. Glycol distearate is a wax.
Surfactants
Surfactants, also known as wetting agents, lower the surface tension of a liquid, allowing easier spreading, and the interfacial tension between two liquids. The term surfactant is a contraction of "Surface active agent".
The major types of surfactants used in shampoos include:
Anionic
Cationic
Nonionic
Phattionic
Amphoteric
Ingredient claims In the USA, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) mandates that shampoo containers accurately list ingredients. The government further regulates what shampoo manufacturers can and cannot claim as any associated benefit. Shampoo producers often use these regulations to challenge marketing claims made by competitors, helping to enforce these regulations. While the claims may be substantiated however, the testing methods and details of such claims are not as straightforward. For example, many products are purported to protect hair from damage due to ultraviolet radiation. While the ingredient responsible for this protection does block UV, it is not present in a high enough concentration to be effective. Shampoos made for treating medical conditions such as dandruff are regulated as OTC drugs.
Vitamins and Amino AcidsThe effectiveness of vitamins, amino acids and "pro-vitamins" to shampoo is also largely debatable. Vitamins and amino acids are the building blocks of proteins and enzymes within the body. While vitamins may be able to penetrate cells through the skin, amino acids and proteins are too large to enter a cell outside the bloodstream, and they can have no effect on dead tissue. Proteins are constructed from amino acids following an RNA blueprint inside the cell. A strand of hair is a long protein chain continually being added to at the root. The only way for an amino acid to be of any use is to be intentionally bound to other amino acids in a specific fashion by a living cell. Hair is not alive, and there is no possibility for an amino acid or protein to have any permanent effect on the health of the strand.
The case for vitamins is not as well understood. Some have demonstrated a moderate effectiveness in improving the health of skin,[3] but most likely the benefit is derived from the effect of vitamins on living cells below the epidermis. Extending this benefit to hair, the vitamins and minerals could improve the health of new hair growth, but the benefit to existing hair is unsubstantiated. However, the physical properties of some vitamins (like vitamin E oil or panthenol) would have a temporary cosmetic effect on the hair shaft while not having any bioactivity.
Specialized shampoos
Dandruff Cosmetic companies have developed shampoos specifically for those who have dandruff. These contain fungicides such as zinc pyrithione and selenium sulfide which reduce loose dander by killing Malassezia furfur. Coal tar and salicylate derivatives are often used as well.
All-natural Some companies use "all-natural", "organic", "botanical", or "plant-derived" ingredients (such as plant extracts or oils), combining these additions with one or more typical surfactants. The effectiveness of these organic ingredients is disputed.
Alternative Alternative shampoos, sometimes labeled SLS-free, have fewer harsh chemicals - typically none from the sulfate family. They are claimed to be gentler on human hair.
Infant Shampoo for infants is formulated so that it is the same pH level as the eye, thus less irritating if it were to get into the eyes. Most contain sodium lauryl sulfate and/or sodium laureth sulfate, the mildest surfactant of the sulfate family. Alternatively, infant shampoos may be formulated using other classes of surfactants, most notably non-ionics which are much milder than any charged anionics used.
Animal Shampoo for animals (such as for dogs or cats) should be formulated especially for them, such as oatmeal shampoo, as their skin has fewer cell layers than human skin. Cats' skin is 2-3 cell layers thick, while dogs' skin is 3-5 layers. Human skin, by contrast, is 10-15 cell layers thick. This is a clear example of why one should never use even something as mild as baby shampoo on a cat, dog, or other pet.
Shampoo intended for animals may contain insecticides or other medications for treatment of skin conditions or parasite infestations such as fleas or mange. These must never be used on humans! It is equally important to note that while some human shampoos may be harmless when used on animals, any haircare products that contain active ingredients/drugs (such as zinc in antidandruff shampoos) are potentially toxic when ingested by animals. Special care must be taken not to use those products on pets. Cats are at particular risk due to their instinctive method of grooming their fur with their tongues.
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