Melkfett, a sterilized ointment based on high-quality, highly purified mineral oil is used primarily for its protective properties.
It is particularly suitable for the care of animal udders, but also for human skin. Farmers who use it during milking, use the way to their own skin and then rub their hands to protect them from the water and cold. Therefore, it happened quite naturally that Melkfett was used not only for deep care and milking hygiene, but also in the field of cosmetic and dermatological skin care in the time before its protective properties were discovered in the industry or as a lubricant for numerous industrial uses.
Developed for milking hygiene in cows
Melkfett that agriculture has a high level of awareness, in 1882 developed by the Swiss chemist and pharmacist Adolphe Panchaud who was looking for an alternative to non-sterile fats (lard, butter and other ointments), which used to go from milking farmers were. Based on a skillful blend of purified mineral oils he developed a formula for an aseptic, sterile, odorless and durable Melkfett. This product not only keeps the teats soft, but also protects the udders of animals by forming an oily film that prevents the formation of cracks, cracks and teat diseases. Soon the Melkfett was a complete success and sat down with a simple and ingenious product that improves the daily life of farmers, milking hygiene and animal welfare and to optimize milk production.
Ideal for the skin
In the past, agriculture was associated with heavy manual labor, whether in the field or in the stable. Farmers who used Melkfett for udder care and the treatment of minor injuries to their animals, soon realized that it is also useful for their cars: it turned out that Melkfett works wonders for chapped lips and hands and very dry skin. It turned out that its soothing properties also help reduce stretch marks and even psoriasis. Therefore, it happened quite naturally that Melkfett gradually in cosmetics (sunscreen and care, massage, make-up removal, skin care) and dermatology (dry and very dry skin care, burns, foot care, supporting medical treatments for diseases such as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, bedsores ... has been used). Even athletes are esteemed (cycling, diving, skiing ...), in all areas where the skin is stretched.
Notable technical uses
Even after the introduction of milking machines farmers used it continues, not only to get the parched by the constant suction of the udder soft and healthy motor. The Melkfett never damaged the rubber parts of the milking machine, but ensures that the teats adhere better to the teat. It has been found that Melkfett can be used as an excellent multipurpose lubricant with the right recipe. It keeps the rubber seals on the cabin doors elastic cables are easily fed and coupled hoses easily. A further application opens up, as Melkfett offers optimal solutions for the protection of leather (shoes, saddles, bridles, etc.), the preservation of wood and metal, the lubrication of pipe joints, guided tours of shutters and sliding windows, seals, etc.