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What gave product gave you the fastest growth?

  • Mane-Tail Groom (MTG)

    Votes: 253 29.3%

  • Sulfur 8

    Votes: 59 6.8%

  • Glover's Mane/Glover's Ointment

    Votes: 11 1.3%

  • Wild Growth Hair Oil

    Votes: 113 13.1%

  • Combination of the Above/Other Products

    Votes: 139 16.1%

  • Other: Homeade Concoctions

    Votes: 288 33.4%
  • Total voters
    863
buttafly said:
Isn't the active ingredient in MTG sulfur? I don't believe there is a risk of toxicity for sulfur applied topically.

http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0PDG/is_4_3/ai_n12417035
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I think one of the biggest concerns for the MTG is the fact that Shapley's does not disclose ALL of the ingredient information. The active ingredient is listed as Sulfur true, but what about what else is in there? Just because it's inactive, doesn't mean it's not harmful to some degree (doesn't mean it is).

I've not be able to locate a MSDS, ingredient list, or anything online for this product. Being that's it's an animal product, not marketed for human use, the company does not have to disclose this information on the label.

Just something to consider.
 
stryed said:
The kind of toxicological testing required by OSHA and the FDA for a product intended for consumer use does not exist for products that are intended for animal use. In effect, you wouldn't know if it could cause immediate or long-term damage to a human. Additionally, the physiological make-up of a horse is not the same as a human...their very skin is substantially thicker (which is why it is called a hide).

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If all that were true, why in the world would it be safe for horses either???

Last I heard they were'nt invincible
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Very CLASSY reply Stryed. ;)
 
This is what Liz sent me.


Thank you for your email regarding, Shapley's Original M-T-G. It was formulated in the 1930’s for human use to treat a variety of skin problems such as dandruff, psoriasis and eczema. The product formula remains substantially the same. Sulfur is the active ingredient in M-T-G. Other ingredients included would be a heavy paraffinic oil, zinc stearate, cade oil and glycerin.
 
I do not see how MTG can be harmful to humans. Otherwise who would apply it to the horse? Does this product say it needs to be applied with gloves, if so sorry for buttin in.
 
DMarie said:
I looked at the link of the bottle of the Glovers Mange and the only thing I could make out WAS the words: for human scalp. So I guess it was made for humans. I don't use the MTG and when I heard all the raves I went online and purchased a bottle that's sitting under my bathroom sink. I'm not going to use it because I have the worst luck and think something WILL happen to me. So if anyone wants it make an offer, otherwise I'll throw it out. I don't think it's worth risking my health. I wish I never ordered it and I did try to cancel but was told that it was shipped already. I am actually embarassed to be saying that I purchased it with the intention of using it on my hair- being a horse product.
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I could make out that it also said made for horses too....look a little lower.
 
cincybrownsugar said:
I do not see how MTG can be harmful to humans. Otherwise who would apply it to the horse? Does this product say it needs to be applied with gloves, if so sorry for buttin in.
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ITA, I just went on the internet to look up side effects for Shapley's Original MTG and nothing negative came up. You would think if the product been around since 1930 something would have been found if there are side effects. If you nay sayers find anything that support negative effects please post it. I am concern about using something that could have a negative effect on my health too. If not, I will probably use it.
 
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lthomas1 said:
ITA, I just went on the internet to look up side effects for Shapley's Original MTG and nothing negative came up. You would think if the product been around since 1930 something would have been found if there are side effects. If you nay sayers find anything that support negative effects please post it. I am concern about using something that could have a negative effect on my health too. If not, I will probably use it.
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My problem, the product is targeted for horses. Horses have many more dermal layers than humans and their dermal layers are much more durable. Not only, they have more fat padding than humans and because our dermal layers are thinner, we may absorb into our circulatory systems. Because of this, the concentrations of certain chemicals/vitamins or whatever "maybe" higher to compensate for the horses skin layers, weight and size. Therefore, using the same concentrations on humans "could" be harmful. If targeted for a horse, that can weigh up to a ton, the titrations will be totally different when compared to products targeted for humans.

I'm not trying discourage anyone from using the product, but logically speaking it does not sound wise to use a product that's targeted for an animal that is soo different from our species. A horse doesn't even share similar geno/phenotyes (DNA) as humans.

Though the product could have been intended for humans, can I ask why was the product discontinued and targeted for horses only? With the "hair aid" market booming and if this product could honestly be used by humans why wouldn't shapley's reentered the market for humans as well? They'd make a killing. Has anyone asked why they haven't put out such a product for humans again?
 
lthomas1 said:
ITA, I just went on the internet to look up side effects for Shapley's Original MTG and nothing negative came up. You would think if the product been around since 1930 something would have been found if there are side effects. If you nay sayers find anything that support negative effects please post it. I am concern about using something that could have a negative effect on my health too. If not, I will probably use it.
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That doesn't mean anything. Philip Morris doesn't list on their site smoking Marlboro causes cancer. Neither does Miss Key list on their product that their skin-lightening agents contain toxic chemicals.
 
FashionistaNY said:
That doesn't mean anything. Philip Morris doesn't list on their site smoking Marlboro causes cancer. Neither does Miss Key list on their product that their skin-lightening agents contain toxic chemicals.
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I think she meant on the internet, not the companies website.
 
senimoni said:
I think she meant on the internet, not the companies website.
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I'm not here to convince anyone not to use the product. If you want to use it, then by all means, roll the dice. However, I cannot fathom for an extra inch per month rubbing horse product on my flesh. To me (and it's only my opinion and I truly do not knock those who chose otherwise) that's taking growing hair to another level when lurking in animal stores looking for the next best product. I'll wait patiently using good old fashion tender loving and care and deal with the 0.5" per month. I may not get to my goals in 6 months, may take a year, but I'll get there. Ladies just be safe. Hair will grow regardless.
 
FashionistaNY said:
I'm not here to convince anyone not to use the product. If you want to use it, then by all means, roll the dice. However, I cannot fathom for an extra inch per month rubbing horse product on my flesh. To me (and it's only my opinion and I truly do not knock those who chose otherwise) that's taking growing hair to another level when lurking in animal stores looking for the next best product. I'll wait patiently using good old fashion tender loving and care and deal with the 0.5" per month. I may not get to my goals in 6 months, may take a year, but I'll get there. Ladies just be safe. Hair will grow regardless.
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NP, Point taken, I was just addressing the internet comment.
 
Fashionista, truly, thank you for your insight and perspective (and for stating is so succinctly without being judgemental or condescending). :kiss: You brought up some great points in your posts.
 
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LaNecia said:
Fashionista, truly, thank you for your insight and perspective (and for stating is so succintly without being judgemental or condescending). :kiss: You brought up some great points in your posts.
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ITA :yep: :)
 
FashionistaNY said:
I'm not here to convince anyone not to use the product. If you want to use it, then by all means, roll the dice. However, I cannot fathom for an extra inch per month rubbing horse product on my flesh. To me (and it's only my opinion and I truly do not knock those who chose otherwise) that's taking growing hair to another level when lurking in animal stores looking for the next best product. I'll wait patiently using good old fashion tender loving and care and deal with the 0.5" per month. I may not get to my goals in 6 months, may take a year, but I'll get there. Ladies just be safe. Hair will grow regardless.
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ITA and understand your concern. I believe everyone out here should always use caution whether it is this product or another. If there are side effects or any complaints against a product your should take heed. You concern is well taken and I hope that I did not offend you in any way. It is good to know that we can agree to disagree and still remain ladies.
 
sky_blu said:
me too. But Ive been afraid too since people keep talking about opening the bottle and throwing it away. I dont want to spend almost 30 dollars for something to throw it away.
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I am concerned about the smell issue. Has anyone been using this at night and shampooing it out in the morning? If so, what have your results been? Daily washes for summer seem to be popular for many, so maybe MTG could be used during this time; that plus the fact that hair grows faster in the summer might be just the ticket!! I might go ahead and buy some.
 
Minoval, Doo Groo stimulating growth, and Glovers mange. For it is a guranteed hair growth combo.
 
Karezone, do you recommend minoval for hair growth? A lot of women on the board have been talking about it, and I'm wondering if perhaps I should jump on the bandwagon.
 
My Surge mixed in with my leave-ins, vitamin intake and leaving my hair alone period has contributed to my hair growth and I'm luvin' it.

BTW, what is Minoval??? I've heard people mention it but what exactly is it and what does it do for hair growth?

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http://public.fotki.com/Diane71/
 
Leshia said:
my roots are pretty thick right now with the MTG. I've also been taking hairtopia but am now taking HF37 (thanks Chocokitty!). I dunno, the horsie oil may be doing me justice. So far, me "likey".
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Where do I buy MTG? I am now taking hairtopia total.
 
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