Magic Pet Fruit Line Wild Berries shampoo, 220 ml is a shampoo for puppies and kittens from the Ukrainian maker Magic Pet. According to the description, it has a balanced pH, cleans and moisturises the coat, makes it silky, adds shine and makes brushing easier. Raspberry, bilberry, blueberry and blackberry extracts plus vitamins E, A, D and B5 should moisturise and reduce skin flaking. Ingredients: softened water, sodium lauryl sulfate, cocamide DEA, cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, glycerin, acrylate polymer, sodium chloride, berry extracts, vitamins, citric acid, fragrance, preservative.
What the manufacturer claims
Magic Pet makes the Fruit Line series with fruit and berry scents — for example, the Grapefruit shampoo-conditioner with bischofite. Wild Berries is aimed at puppies and kittens in the title, and the description promises a gentle berry scent and care for the skin and coat.
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | shampoo |
| For | puppies and kittens |
| Cleansing base | sodium lauryl sulfate, cocamide DEA, cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside |
| Extracts | raspberry, bilberry, blueberry, blackberry |
| Vitamins | E, A, D, B5 |
| Moisturiser | glycerin |
| Manufacturer | Magic Pet, Ukraine |
| Volume | 220 ml |
Pros
- Real berries inside. Four berry extracts are listed.
- Vitamins and glycerin. Extra care for the skin.
- Mild surfactants included. Coco-glucoside and amphoacetate soften the base.
- Small bottle. Handy for one youngster.
- Clear directions. With a warning about eyes and ears.
- Ukrainian manufacturer. Stated in the listing.
Cons and what to watch
- Sodium lauryl sulfate comes first. A harsh surfactant for young skin.
- No age stated. The listing does not say from what age.
- Medical promise. "Relieves inflammation" is unsupported.
- Preservative and pH not specified. "Balanced pH" with no number.
How mild is the base
The first surfactant is sodium lauryl sulfate — a strong cleanser that lathers well but can dry and irritate the skin. It is softened by cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-glucoside and disodium cocoamphodiacetate, while glycerin holds moisture. For an adult dog this is an ordinary shampoo, but for a puppy or kitten with thin skin the base could be milder. So bathe youngsters rarely and rinse the lather off thoroughly.
From what age
The listing gives no age. The first bath is usually postponed until vaccinations are complete and the youngster has settled into its new home; until then, spot cleaning with a damp wipe will do. Weak or recently vaccinated youngsters should not be bathed without a vet's advice. More products for youngsters are in for puppies and for kittens.
How to wash
Apply a small amount of shampoo to the damp coat and massage until it lathers. Avoid contact with the eyes and keep water out of the ears. Rinse with warm water and repeat if needed. Wrap the youngster in a towel straight away and dry it in a warm room without draughts.
For kittens
Kittens are bathed only when very dirty. Rinse the lather off especially well: kittens groom themselves and do not need lauryl sulfate and fragrance in their mouths. How to prepare — see how to bathe a cat.
If irritation appears
Redness, itching or flaking after a bath is a reason to stop using the shampoo and rinse off any residue with clean water. For sensitive young skin, choose a shampoo without lauryl sulfate.
Alternatives
There are dedicated junior lines for youngsters, for example Iv San Bernard Talc and the matching conditioner. Other options are in dog shampoo and cat shampoo.
Who it suits
The shampoo suits healthy puppies and kittens without skin problems for occasional baths, and owners who like a berry scent. Youngsters with sensitive skin are better off with a formula without lauryl sulfate. Other products are in shampoos and conditioners.
Verdict
Magic Pet Wild Berries is a shampoo in a small bottle with berry extracts, vitamins and glycerin. The downsides are sodium lauryl sulfate in first place for young skin, no stated age, an unspecified preservative and pH, and an unsupported promise to "relieve inflammation".
FAQ
From what age can it be used?
The listing does not say; it is better to wait with the first bath until vaccinations are complete.
Does it contain berries?
Yes, raspberry, bilberry, blueberry and blackberry extracts.
Does it contain lauryl sulfate?
Yes, sodium lauryl sulfate is the first surfactant.
Is it suitable for kittens?
Yes, with thorough rinsing and infrequent baths.
Can adult dogs use it?
Yes, the formula suits adults too.
Does the shampoo treat skin inflammation?
No, inflammation needs a vet.
Who makes it?
Magic Pet, Ukraine.
