Mold in Natural Products: Why It Happens & How to Prevent It
Yuck, right? Mold is everywhere—in air, soil, even tap water. And it’s not always easy to get rid of when you’re working with clean, natural formulas—especially without harsh preservatives.
At Draw It Out®, we deliver clean. That means citrus-based preservatives, DI water, and zero junk. But there’s a catch—once you mix the concentrate with any water, you’re introducing the very elements mold needs to thrive. If you store it in the dark or let it sit for months, mold can creep in. That means you’ve got a genuinely natural formula—not a chemically preserved one. And that’s something to be proud of.
How Mold Happens in Natural Products
- **Water + Oxygen + Food**: Mixing the concentrate completes the “mold equation.” Stop any one of these—no mold.
- **Tap water can carry spores**—even trace amounts can propagate mold.
- **Dark, stagnant storage** raises the risk.
- Still, it’s proof of product purity—unlike those decade-old formulas with synthetic preservatives.
Prevention Tips for Your Mixed Products
- **Store in bright light**—sunlight doesn’t hurt, either.
- **Mix smart**—only what you’ll use in a few weeks.
- **Use distilled or filtered water** to minimize mold spores.
- **Clean and refill** spray bottles when switching seasons.
How We Build Naturally—Right from the Source
We use **deionized (DI) water** in all our formulations. It’s ultra-purified—no minerals, bacteria, or organics—so your Draw It Out® starts clean, safe, and stable for years.
Bottom Line
Mold is a natural nuisance—but the risk is a sign that we kept chemicals off the label. We believe in product purity, not permanence. Fight mold smart—with light, good water, and smart mixing—so you can keep caring for your horse with confidence and clarity.
