Reflex Plus Skin Care Adult Cat Food with Salmon, produced by Lider Petfood under the premium Reflex Plus brand, is a super premium, complete and balanced dry nutrition formula engineered specifically to address the unique skin and coat health needs of adult cats while simultaneously delivering full-spectrum nutritional support across immunity, digestion, joint health, cardiovascular function, vision, and cognitive wellbeing. Formulated for all breed cats aged 12 months and above, this salmon-forward recipe places a 20% processed salmon protein at its core, with 94% of the total protein content sourced from premium animal ingredients, ensuring your feline friend receives the high-quality, biologically appropriate amino acid profile that cats as obligate carnivores require. Skin dullness, excessive shedding, coat brittleness, and fur thinning are among the most visible indicators of nutritional inadequacy in cats, and Reflex Plus Skin Care directly targets these concerns through a carefully selected matrix of functional actives including krill, biotin, aloe vera, XOS, psyllium, and taurine. Animeal is proud to offer Reflex Plus Skin Care Adult Cat Food with Salmon as part of its curated range of premium feline nutrition solutions, combining European-standard manufacturing quality with advanced functional ingredients for the complete daily nourishment of your beloved feline companion.

Ingredients:

Processed Salmon Protein (Salmo salar):Salmon protein serves as the lead protein source and primary flavour driver of this recipe, contributing a rich supply of essential amino acids including lysine, methionine, and cysteine, which are the direct biochemical precursors to keratin, the structural protein that forms the cat's coat, skin, and claw architecture. Beyond its amino acid profile, salmon is naturally rich in omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids, particularly eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which support the integrity of the epidermal lipid barrier, reduce transepidermal water loss, and modulate cutaneous inflammatory responses, directly reinforcing skin hydration and coat sheen.

Salmon Oil and Anchovy Oil:The dual inclusion of salmon oil and anchovy oil further elevates the omega-3 fatty acid density of the formulation, delivering concentrated EPA and DHA that work at the cellular level to modulate the arachidonic acid inflammatory cascade, reducing pro-inflammatory prostaglandin synthesis in skin tissue. These marine-derived fatty acids also support retinal and neurological function, as DHA is a structural component of photoreceptor membranes in the feline eye and of neuronal phospholipid bilayers in brain tissue.

Krill (Euphausia superba):Antarctic krill provides a uniquely bioavailable form of omega-3 phospholipids, predominantly phosphatidylcholine-bound EPA and DHA, which research suggests are absorbed more efficiently at the intestinal level than the triglyceride-bound forms found in conventional fish oils. Beyond their skin and coat contributions, krill's astaxanthin content, a potent carotenoid antioxidant, protects cellular membranes from oxidative damage, reinforces immune function, supports joint cartilage health by modulating inflammatory mediators, and contributes to cardiovascular and retinal protection. Krill offers a multisystem functional benefit that elevates the nutritional profile of this formula well beyond standard dry cat food.

Biotin (Vitamin B7, 3A880):Biotin is a water-soluble B-vitamin that plays an essential coenzyme role in the metabolism of fatty acids, amino acids, and glucose, all of which are critical to active keratin synthesis in the hair follicle. At the cellular level, biotin activates carboxylase enzymes that facilitate the incorporation of carbon dioxide into organic acid substrates, directly fuelling the anabolic processes within dermal papilla cells responsible for hair shaft formation. Supplemental biotin in cat nutrition has been well-documented to reinforce fur density, reduce excessive shedding, and enhance coat lustre by supporting the metabolic pathways that sustain healthy follicular cycling.

Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis):Aloe vera extract contributes topically validated skin-supportive compounds including acemannan, a complex polysaccharide that stimulates fibroblast proliferation and supports dermal collagen production, as well as anthraquinones and saponins with mild antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. When delivered through diet, aloe vera bioactives support systemic skin hydration and reinforce the body's natural capacity for epidermal renewal, complementing the direct omega-fatty acid and biotin contributions to coat and skin health in this formula.

Xylo-Oligosaccharides (XOS):XOS is a prebiotic fibre derived from xylan-containing plant sources, functioning as a selectively fermented substrate for beneficial intestinal bacteria including Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus species. By preferentially promoting the growth of these health-associated microbiota, XOS displaces potentially pathogenic organisms, improves intestinal epithelial barrier integrity, reduces gut permeability, and supports both local and systemic immune function through the stimulation of secretory immunoglobulin A (sIgA) production. A balanced gut microbiome is now recognised as a critical regulator of skin barrier function through the gut-skin axis, making XOS a foundational contributor to the skin health positioning of this recipe.

Psyllium (Plantago ovata):Psyllium husk contributes a highly viscous soluble fibre that forms a gel matrix in the gastrointestinal tract, regulating intestinal transit speed and adding bulk to the digestive contents. In cats, this is particularly valuable for the passive accumulation of ingested hair during self-grooming, as the gel matrix encapsulates hair and facilitates its onward passage through the gut rather than allowing it to compact into hairballs that can cause vomiting, constipation, and intestinal blockage. Psyllium also supports healthy stool consistency, reduces straining, and acts as a fermentable substrate for colonic bacteria, contributing further to microbiome diversity.

Taurine:Taurine is an essential amino acid for cats, as felines lack the enzymatic capacity to synthesise sufficient taurine endogenously from precursor amino acids and are entirely dependent on dietary supply. At the physiological level, taurine plays indispensable roles in the formation of bile acid conjugates for dietary fat digestion and fat-soluble vitamin absorption, in the structural maintenance of retinal photoreceptor cells where its deficiency causes feline central retinal degeneration, and in the function of myocardial cells where adequate taurine levels are required to prevent dilated cardiomyopathy. At 1500 mg/kg, this formula provides a well-supplemented taurine level that comprehensively supports your feline companion's vision, cardiac integrity, and reproductive health.

Microalgae, Marigold Extract (Tagetes erecta), Yucca schidigera, Cranberry, and Brewer's Yeast:Microalgae contribute plant-source DHA as an additional omega-3 supplement while also providing carotenoids including lutein that support retinal and immune health. Marigold extract supplies lutein and zeaxanthin, the macular carotenoids that selectively accumulate in the retina and protect photoreceptors from photo-oxidative damage. Yucca schidigera contains saponins that bind ammonia in the gut, reducing urinary and faecal odour and supporting a cleaner litter box environment. Cranberry provides proanthocyanidins that interfere with bacterial adhesion to urinary tract epithelium, offering natural prophylactic support for lower urinary tract health. Brewer's yeast contributes B-complex vitamins, beta-glucans for immune modulation, and palatability-enhancing compounds that make the kibble appealing to selective feline appetites.

Complete Vitamin and Mineral Matrix:Vitamin A (18,000 IU/kg) supports epidermal cell differentiation and sebaceous gland function. Vitamin D3 (1,500 IU/kg) regulates calcium and phosphorus homeostasis for skeletal integrity. Vitamin E (200 mg/kg) acts as the primary lipid-phase antioxidant protecting cell membranes from oxidative degradation. Vitamin C (400 mg/kg) reinforces collagen synthesis and provides aqueous-phase antioxidant protection. The full B-vitamin complex including B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, folic acid, choline, and calcium pantothenate supports energy metabolism, neurological function, red blood cell formation, and epidermal cell turnover. The mineral profile including iron, iodine, copper, manganese, zinc, and selenium addresses thyroid function, enzymatic activity, immune response, and antioxidant defence at the cellular level.