Iv San Bernard Maracuja, 30 ml is a shampoo for long-coated dogs and cats with passion fruit extract and silk proteins from the Italian professional grooming brand Iv San Bernard. The manufacturer says it's designed for frequent use, leaves the coat silky and revitalised, combining passion fruit plant extracts with the protective, strengthening action of proteins. It has a fragrant passion fruit scent. It can be diluted 1:3 with water, and a mask is recommended afterwards. The 30 ml size is handy for trying it out or travelling.
What long coats need
The long coats of Yorkies, Shih Tzus, Maltese, Afghans, Persians and Maine Coons tangle easily, dry out at the tips and collect dust. Their shampoo must clean well without leaving the hair frizzy and harsh, or mats will form. Silk proteins and panthenol smooth the hair, and a conditioner or mask after washing is important. More in caring for your dog's coat at home.
Key specs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | shampoo for long coats |
| For | dogs and cats |
| Active ingredients | passion fruit extract, silk proteins, panthenol |
| Dilution | up to 1:3 with water |
| Leave-on time | 3 minutes |
| Volume | 30 ml |
| Brand | Iv San Bernard, Italy |
Pros
- For long coats. Silkiness and smoothness.
- Silk proteins and panthenol. Protect and strengthen hair.
- For frequent washing. According to the manufacturer.
- Passion fruit scent. Pleasant and long-lasting.
- Dilutes 1:3. A small bottle goes further.
- 30 ml. Handy for trying out and travelling.
Cons
- Small volume. One or two washes for a medium dog.
- Fragrance and colourants. Not for sensitive skin.
- DMDM hydantoin preservative.
- Needs a conditioner. Long coats may tangle without one.
Ingredients
Water, sodium laureth sulfate, sodium chloride, cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, laureth-5, glycol stearate, cocamide MEA, propylene glycol, passion fruit extract, cocoyl hydrolysed silk, panthenol, citric acid, phenoxyethanol, DMDM hydantoin, parfum, limonene, linalool, citronellol and colourants CI 18050 and CI 19140. Limonene, linalool and citronellol are fragrance components.
How to wash
Brush the coat thoroughly before bathing — mats tighten during washing. Massage the shampoo into a well-wetted coat in the direction of hair growth, leave for 3 minutes and rinse. Repeat if needed. For long coats it's handy to dilute 1:3 with water. After washing, apply a mask or conditioner and blow-dry while brushing. More in dog shampoo: how to choose it and how to bathe.
Fighting mats
The shampoo helps smooth the coat, but regular brushing is what really prevents mats. For long-coated pets, detangling products help, such as the Iv San Bernard K101 detangling conditioner or the ATAMI H270 two-phase spray.
For cats
The shampoo suits long-haired cats — Persians, Maine Coons and British Longhairs. Rinse especially thoroughly and keep it out of the eyes. More in how to bathe a cat.
Other Iv San Bernard products
For short coats the brand makes the Black Cherry mask, and for any coat the Green Caviar shampoo. The full range is in the Iv San Bernard section.
Who it suits
Owners of long-coated dogs and cats who want to try Iv San Bernard's professional range in a small size, and anyone needing a compact bottle for travel or shows.
Drying a long coat
After washing, don't rub a long coat with a towel — blot it so it doesn't tangle. Blow-dry on a warm rather than hot setting, directing the air along the hair growth while brushing. That way the coat lies smoothly and mats don't form.
Verdict
Iv San Bernard Maracuja is a shampoo for long-coated dogs and cats with silk proteins, passion fruit extract and panthenol: it leaves the coat silky, suits frequent washing and smells lovely. The downsides are that 30 ml covers one or two washes, it contains fragrance, colourants and DMDM hydantoin, and long coats may tangle without a conditioner.
FAQ
Which coat is the shampoo for?
Long coats on dogs and cats.
Can it be diluted?
Yes, 1:3 with water.
How long should it stay on?
3 minutes, then rinse.
Do I need a conditioner?
The manufacturer recommends a mask after shampooing.
Is it suitable for cats?
Yes, for long-haired cats.
How far does 30 ml go?
One or two washes for a medium-sized dog, more when diluted.
Can I wash often?
Yes, the manufacturer says it's for frequent use.
