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Post by tweetiepie on Jul 21, 2005 5:07:18 GMT -7
I know that you can use (and is indeed recommended to use) Aloe Vera on our birds skin, but is there any other that can be used? I think Mylo may be a bit allergic to it or his skin is reacting to it (which is quite ironic cos im allergic to it too!). Can you recommend any others? Obviously you cant use perfumed or creams with alcohol based properties in it. Im not sure if 'Simple' has stuff in it.
Any ideas?
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Post by Jane on Jul 21, 2005 5:22:41 GMT -7
The only other sprays I use are Canopy Bath Time which contains "purified water, purcellin (preen oil), emollients, skin conditioners and solubizers" and Molt Ease but the Molt Ease contains aloe vera as well.
Jane
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Post by tweetiepie on Jul 21, 2005 7:31:38 GMT -7
Thanks Jane for your reply. I really need something to rub into his skin as at the mo, he's a baldybirdy !!! His skin is dry and is flaking. Not sure what else I can use.
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Post by spookyhurst on Jul 21, 2005 15:46:54 GMT -7
Here's an herbal mist recipe I found on the internet. I'll post the link to it if I can relocate it. Herbal mist - I use the following hydrating herbal therapy to replenish dry skin: Calendula: aids in the healing of dry, cracked skin; Chamomile: soothes and softens skin, reduces inflammation and swelling, helps aid healing; Elder: softens skin.
Recipe: 4 cups of boiling water/1 tsp. of fresh herb leaves/flowers/bark (placed in a stainless steel or porcelain infusion ball). Let steep for about 10-15 minutes in measuring cup then filter liquid through a cheesecloth or strainer into mister bottle, add to this 15 drops of sesame oil and it's ready. Spray your birds thoroughly and don't forget their feet where they may need it the most! Extra tip: Be sure your birds have perches of varying diameter to keep their feet comfortable and stress-free.Okay, found the link. The recipe is towards the bottom of the page: www.africangreys.com/articles/nutrition/skincare.htm |
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Post by Africanewbie on Jul 21, 2005 16:58:15 GMT -7
Don't know if sesame oil is of the same compositon as other oils but be very cautious when using oils on birds because they tend to make the feathers tacky and thus reduce their effectiveness as an insulator.
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Post by tweetiepie on Jul 22, 2005 8:39:17 GMT -7
Thanks Spooky - much appreciated. Comments noted African.
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ljubo
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Post by ljubo on Aug 19, 2005 8:16:38 GMT -7
Is there any human aloa vera appliance that can be used on parrots. I'm asking this because in my country there is nothing for parrots bath other than "bio bad" (mineral salts that should be put in the water before bathing)?
best rgds,
Ljubo
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Post by Jane on Aug 19, 2005 9:37:31 GMT -7
Can you get the plain pure aloe vera juice? Then you just add that to water.
Jane
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ljubo
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Post by ljubo on Aug 19, 2005 10:45:26 GMT -7
Thank you Jane  Ljubo |
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Post by spookyhurst on Aug 19, 2005 22:50:58 GMT -7
Go to a health food store, and you should be able to find 100% Natural Aloe Juice.
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