Iv San Bernard Pink Grapefruit, 30 ml is a shampoo for dogs and cats with medium-length coats from the Italian professional grooming brand Iv San Bernard. It contains grapefruit juice, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), vitamin E (tocopheryl acetate) and glycerin. The manufacturer says it's designed for frequent use, cleanses and tones, and leaves the coat shiny and well groomed. The benefits of citrus botanicals, they say, are combined with the protective, strengthening action of vitamins, and the natural deodorising scent of pink grapefruit lifts the mood. It's made for professional use and has been microbiologically tested.
What a medium coat is
In professional grooming, shampoos are matched to coat type. A medium coat is neither short and smooth like a boxer's nor long and flowing like a Yorkie's, but in between: retrievers, spaniels, many mixed breeds and most cats, for example. Such coats need balance: thorough cleansing without weighing down or drying out. More in dog shampoo: how to choose and how to wash.
Key specs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | medium-coat shampoo |
| Active ingredients | grapefruit juice, vitamins B6 and E, glycerin |
| For | dogs and cats |
| Use | frequent washing |
| Dilution | 1:3 with water |
| Contact time | 3 minutes |
| Volume | 30 ml |
| Brand | Iv San Bernard, Italy |
Pros
- For medium coats. Matched to coat type.
- Vitamins B6 and E. Plus glycerin.
- For frequent washing. According to the manufacturer.
- Pink grapefruit scent. Deodorises.
- A trial size. Try before buying a large bottle.
- Travel-friendly. A compact bottle.
Cons
- Only 30 ml. Enough for one or two baths.
- Contains fragrance and a dye. Not for allergy-prone pets.
- Not medicated. Skin problems need a vet.
- Best with a mask. The manufacturer advises a mask afterwards.
Ingredients
Water, sodium laureth sulfate, sodium chloride, cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, laureth-5, glycol stearate, cocamide MEA, propylene glycol, glycerin, grapefruit juice, pyridoxine hydrochloride, tocopheryl acetate, citric acid, phenoxyethanol, DMDM hydantoin, parfum, limonene, linalool, citral, hexyl cinnamal, CI 18050.
How to wash
Wet the coat thoroughly with warm water. Massage in enough shampoo, leave for 3 minutes and rinse. Repeat if needed. For convenience, dilute it 1:3 with water — 30 ml then spreads more evenly and covers more coat. Rinse thoroughly so no residue stays on the skin.
How far 30 ml goes
For a cat or small dog, the diluted shampoo is enough for one or two baths; for a medium-sized dog, about one. It's a trial size: handy for checking how the coat responds before buying a larger bottle. The small bottle is also convenient for travel or shows.
After shampooing
For best results, the manufacturer recommends following with a mask. After bathing, blot the coat with a towel and dry it on a moderate setting, brushing in the direction of growth. To make brushing easier, use a two-phase spray such as Iv San Bernard ATAMI H270.
Other shampoos in the range
For long coats, the same range offers Maracuja 30 ml, and for a toning, strengthening effect there's Orange. All the brand's products are in the Iv San Bernard section.
Precautions
Keep the shampoo out of the eyes, nose and ears. Don't use it on broken or inflamed skin. If redness or itching appears after washing, stop using it. For cats, use a small amount and rinse especially well — more in how to bathe a cat.
Who it suits
Owners of medium-coated dogs and cats who want to try an Iv San Bernard professional shampoo before buying a larger size, or who need a compact travel bottle.
Verdict
Iv San Bernard Pink Grapefruit 30 ml is a professional medium-coat shampoo with grapefruit juice, vitamins B6 and E and glycerin: made for frequent washing, it cleanses, tones and leaves a fresh scent. The downsides are that the trial size covers only one or two baths, and it contains fragrance and a dye.
FAQ
Which coat is it for?
Medium-length coats.
Is it suitable for cats?
Yes, it's for dogs and cats.
Which vitamins does it contain?
B6 and E.
How long should I leave it on?
3 minutes.
Can it be diluted?
Yes, with water 1:3.
How many baths will it give?
One or two for a cat or small dog.
Can I use it often?
Yes, the manufacturer says it's designed for frequent use.
