Equi-Tape adheres best to clean and dry hair. We recommend the use of microfiber cloths and rubbing alcohol to thoroughly clean the coat after proper grooming. Fly sprays, oils, and conditioning products can interfere with tape adhesion. Simple soap shampoos are recommended for bathing your horse prior to tape use. Please avoid shampoos or products with emollients or shine-enhancing ingredients. To learn proper tape handling and application techniques to ensure a long-lasting. Check out Equi-Tape FREE online Basics Course With Purchase Of The Intro Kit here.