Iv San Bernard Banana, 500 ml is a banana-scented shampoo for dogs and cats with medium-length coats. According to the description, its gentle, strengthening action leaves the coat elastic and shiny. Ingredients: water, sodium laureth sulfate, laureth-2, sodium chloride, cocamidopropyl betaine, phenoxyethanol, fragrance, PEG-15 cocopolyamine, ethylhexylglycerin, sodium cocoyl hydrolysed wheat protein. The shampoo is diluted 1:3 with water. The manufacturer recommends following it with Banana conditioner.
What the manufacturer claims
The shampoo is made for medium coats: it cleans gently, strengthens the hair and makes it springy and glossy. Iv San Bernard is Italian professional grooming cosmetics, so the product is designed to be diluted and used economically. The pleasant banana scent that stays on the coat after washing is also highlighted.
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | shampoo |
| For | dogs and cats with medium coats |
| Cleansing base | sodium laureth sulfate, laureth-2, cocamidopropyl betaine |
| Care | hydrolysed wheat protein, PEG-15 cocopolyamine |
| Preservatives | phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin |
| Dilution | 1 part shampoo to 3 parts water |
| Pair | Iv San Bernard Banana conditioner |
| Volume | 500 ml |
Pros
- Full ingredient list. Everything is listed.
- Economical. At 1:3, 500 ml makes 2 litres of working solution.
- Wheat protein. A conditioning ingredient for the hair.
- Mild preservatives. Phenoxyethanol and ethylhexylglycerin, no parabens.
- For dogs and cats. One product for different pets.
- Matching pair. A conditioner from the same line.
Cons and what to watch
- No banana inside. Just a banana-scented fragrance.
- Sulfate base. Sodium laureth sulfate can dry sensitive skin.
- Wheat protein. Use with care in animals allergic to wheat.
- No frequency guidance. It does not say how often to wash.
How to dilute and wash
Mix 1 part shampoo with 3 parts warm water. Wet the coat thoroughly down to the skin, apply the solution gently and massage for a few minutes. Then rinse well with warm water — shampoo left on the skin causes itching and dandruff. If very dirty, repeat. Step-by-step tips are in dog shampoo: how to choose and how to wash.
Medium coats: what matters
Medium-length coats tangle easily and lose shine if dried out. So a conditioner after shampoo is a good idea — it smooths the hair cuticle and makes brushing easier. The manufacturer recommends the matching Banana conditioner. Regular care is covered in caring for a dog's coat at home.
Cats too
The shampoo also suits cats. Cats are bathed less often than dogs and with care: keep the solution out of eyes and ears and rinse the lather off thoroughly. Step by step in how to bathe a cat.
Are sulfates bad?
Sodium laureth sulfate is a common cleanser that removes dirt and grease well. Diluted and followed by a conditioner, it usually causes no problems. But if your pet's skin is dry or irritated, choose a mild sulfate-free shampoo or a therapeutic line.
Storage
Keep the bottle closed at room temperature and away from children. Dilute the shampoo right before washing — do not store the ready solution. For convenience, measure the concentrate into a separate bottle and add water just before the bath.
Who it suits
The shampoo suits dogs and cats with medium coats and normal skin — for regular bathing and pre-grooming. It is not the best choice for animals with dry, irritated skin or a wheat allergy. Other products from the brand are in Iv San Bernard, and shampoos in the dog shampoo collection.
Verdict
Iv San Bernard Banana is an economical professional shampoo for medium coats with a full ingredient list, wheat protein and 1:3 dilution. The downsides are that there is no banana inside, only the scent, the sulfate base can dry sensitive skin and wheat protein does not suit every pet.
FAQ
How do I dilute it?
1 part shampoo to 3 parts water.
Does it contain banana?
No, only the fragrance smells of banana.
Is it suitable for cats?
Yes, it is for dogs and cats.
Does it contain sulfates?
Yes, sodium laureth sulfate.
What should I use with it?
The manufacturer recommends Iv San Bernard Banana conditioner.
Does it contain parabens?
No, the preservatives are phenoxyethanol and ethylhexylglycerin.
Which coat type is it for?
Medium-length coats.
