Hair Magic Plus®
High-fat (15%) coat and wool quality pellet — biotin, Vitamin E 1,700 IU/lb, selenium yeast, beta carotene; promotes longer, thicker wool/hair and healthier hide; melatonin-free
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Overview
Hair Magic Plus is Kalmbach’s premium coat and wool supplement — a 16% protein, 15% fat pellet built specifically around hair and hide quality. The 15% fat is notably high for a coat supplement (most coat products are low-fat pellets), and the fat source (forage and grain by-products) contributes to skin condition alongside the biotin, Vitamin E (1,700 IU/lb), selenium yeast, and beta carotene. At 1,700 IU/lb Vitamin E, it’s the highest Vit-E supplement in the Kalmbach show line. Melatonin-free, making it safe for animals close to breeding or market. 30 lb package.
Manufacturer Specifications
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Level |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min) | 16% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 15% |
| Crude Fiber (max) | 12% |
| Selenium (min) | 0.3 ppm |
| Vitamin E (min) | 1,700 IU/lb |
| Copper | Not confirmed |
Key Ingredients / Active Components
- Forage products — primary base
- Processed grain by-products
- Calcium carbonate
- Vitamin E supplement — 1,700 IU/lb (exceptionally high)
- Active dry yeast — palatability and digestive support
- Yeast culture
- Biotin — coat and hoof quality
- Beta carotene — skin and hide health, coat color/shine
- Selenium yeast — organic selenium for coat and immune function
- Natural and artificial flavors
Official Feeding Rate
- Rate: 0.25–0.50 lbs per day for sheep
- Introduction: Can be started early in the program for best coat results
- Species notes: Cattle, sheep, and goats intended for show
Show Circuit Use
Sources: kalmbachfeeds.com, formulaofchampions.com
How Experienced Feeders Actually Use It
Hair Magic Plus is the coat quality investment supplement — started early (12+ weeks out) and run throughout the program for maximum wool density and shine. The high Vitamin E level distinguishes it from other coat supplements; Vitamin E supports skin health, immune function, and muscle integrity simultaneously. Feeders running Hair Magic Plus often don’t need a separate Vitamin E supplement. The 15% fat also contributes to a soft, lustrous fleece.
Real-World Feeding Rate
- Typical rate: ¼–½ lb/day for lambs throughout the program
- Introduction timeline: Start early (weeks 12–9) for full wool/coat quality effect
Common Deviations from Label
No deviations found.
Breed-Specific Notes
Wool breeds may see more visible response from the biotin + Vit E combination due to the direct relationship between these nutrients and fleece quality. No breed-specific feeding rate differences documented.
Phase Protocols
Weeks 12–9 | Foundation Phase
Start Hair Magic Plus early for maximum coat quality impact — 8–12 weeks of supplementation is needed for full effect.
Weeks 8–6 through Weeks 2–1
Continue daily. High Vit E supports muscle integrity during the condition-building phase.
Stacking Protocols
Pairs with Hard Drive (muscle) and Moonshine Cherry (cover) without conflict. The 15% fat in Hair Magic Plus contributes to overall condition — account for it when assessing total fat intake alongside Moonshine Cherry.
Cross-Brand Notes
Comparable coat/wool supplements with different profiles:
- Show-Rite Stamina — 100% wheat germ oil; Vit E 16,000 IU/lb; liquid form
- Sunglo Epic — 12% protein; Diamond V Ice Plus; no added copper; wool/hair density
- MoorMan’s ShowTec Fast Fuel — wheat germ/rice bran; coat focus; lower fat than Hair Magic Plus
Hair Magic Plus at 15% fat + 1,700 IU/lb Vit E is the most complete coat supplement formula documented in the database.
Budget Alternatives
- Commodity vitamin E supplement + biotin supplement — achieves similar micronutrient effect at lower cost; lacks integrated fat and beta carotene
- Sunglo Epic — comparable pellet coat supplement
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Pairs Well With
Direct Substitutes
Products that do the same job at the same point in the program — compare alternatives across brands in the directory.
| Product | Brand | Form | Budget | Feeding Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MoorMan's® ShowTec® Fast Fat | MoorMan's ShowTec | Pellet | Budget | 8 oz per 100 lb body weight daily (lambs) – 16 oz per 100 lb body weight daily (lambs) |
| CHUB | Essential Show Feeds | Pellet | Mid-Range | ½ cup per head/day |
| Uni4m | Essential Show Feeds | Liquid | Budget | — |