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Is It Show Safe? A Liniment Compliance Guide for FEI, USEF & Local Shows

Your barn-friendly matrix for evaluating ingredients, setting smart timelines, and keeping your ride clean under the brightest lights.

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How to Use This Guide

Rules evolve. This helps you evaluate ingredients and build a clear paper trail so you can answer a steward confidently.

  • Check your federation and current rule year.
  • Confirm ingredient status in official databases.
  • Document applications — who, what, when, where.
  • If unsure, ask your steward directly.

Ingredient Matrix

Ingredient Role Status Rider Action
Menthol Cooling Restricted Avoid near showtime unless cleared.
Capsaicin Warming Prohibited Skip entirely.
Salicylates Soothing Restricted Log timing & placement.
Alcohols Carrier Barn Preference Avoid for dry skin types.
Witch Hazel Astringent Barn Preference Avoid for sensitive horses.
Artificial Dyes / Fragrances Cosmetic Allowed Choose dye-free when possible.
Aloe / Arnica / Magnesium Supportive Allowed Keep label handy for stewards.

Heads-Up: Rules update yearly — always verify current lists.

Usage Timelines

  • Clean, sensation-free liniments: Use as labeled; stop if uncertain.
  • Cooling/Warming agents: Avoid during show week unless cleared.
  • Under-wraps use: Ask steward; keep skin clean & dry.

Show-Safe Protocol

  1. Confirm current rulebook.
  2. Check all actives in the database.
  3. Choose clean formulas — no menthol/alcohol/dyes.
  4. Document who, what, when, where.
  5. Ask the steward if unsure.

FAQ

Is Draw It Out® show safe?

Yes — built without menthol, alcohol, dyes, or witch hazel. Still, confirm with current FEI/USEF/local rules.

What raises red flags most often?

Menthol and capsaicin top the list. Keep it simple if you want peace of mind.

Can I apply under wraps?

Ask your steward first — clean, dry, residue-free is safest.

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