Hydration Spray – Mixing Safely! Video
How to Mix a Hydration Spray: Key Takeaways
In this Teaching Moment, Dr. Cliff Faver, DVM shows how to make a hydration spray from Iv San Bernard conditioner and explains why it is safe to mix ahead, unlike shampoo.
- Use any Iv San Bernard conditioner at a dilution of about 1:8 up to 1:32 with water.
- Mix it in warm water, which helps liquefy the oils so they blend more easily.
- Froth the mixture so it mixes evenly.
- Pour it into a spray bottle.
Can You Mix Hydration Spray in Advance?
Iv San Bernard shampoos are plant-based, and once diluted they can start growing bacteria within about an hour, so shampoo should only be mixed right before use. Conditioners are different. Because they are oils, they do not grow bacteria as readily, so a diluted conditioner spray holds up much better. Dr. Faver still recommends using your hydration spray regularly and mixing fresh batches rather than keeping one for a long time.
How to Use a Hydration Spray
- Mist the coat before brushing or combing, so you never brush dry hair.
- Use it between baths to keep long or dry coats hydrated.
- Spray lightly into tangles to help them slide apart.
- Send a bottle home with clients for at-home brushing. See teach your clients how to brush a coat.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you make a dog hydration spray?
Dilute an Iv San Bernard conditioner about 1:8 to 1:32 in warm water, froth it so it mixes evenly, and pour it into a spray bottle.
Can I pre-mix Iv San Bernard shampoo?
No. Diluted plant-based shampoos can start growing bacteria within about an hour, so mix shampoo right before use.
Is it safe to keep a diluted conditioner spray?
Conditioners are oils and do not grow bacteria as readily as diluted shampoo, so a hydration spray holds up better. Still, use it regularly and mix fresh batches.