SOOTHE and SHINE DOG SHAMPOO
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Intas Soothe & Shine Shampoo is a carefully formulated, dermatologically thoughtful dog shampoo crafted by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (Pet Division) one of India's most respected and trusted names in both human and veterinary pharmaceutical care. Unlike standard grooming shampoos that focus solely on cleaning, Soothe & Shine is designed with a dual purpose that its name encapsulates precisely: to soothe sensitised, dry, or irritated skin while simultaneously enhancing the natural radiance and softness of the coat. At the heart of this formula is the Oat Active System a colloidal oatmeal complex that has been the gold standard in sensitive skin topical care for decades paired with a rich botanical and vitamin matrix including Aloe Vera Extract, Vitamins E and A, and the fruit extracts of Papaya (Carica papaya), Mango (Mangifera indica), and Guava (Psidium guajava). The formula is pH-balanced to a gentle 7.2 closely aligned with the canine skin's natural pH range and is free from parabens, sulfates, and harsh synthetic chemicals that can strip the skin's natural lipid barrier and trigger irritation. A gentle vanilla fragrance leaves dogs smelling fresh and cuddle-ready long after bath time. Tear-free formulated for safe use around the face and eyes. With Intas, you can trust that you are offering your furry companion the very best in soothing, science-backed dog grooming care.
Ingredients:
- Colloidal Oatmeal (Oat Active System): The cornerstone of the Soothe & Shine formula. Colloidal oatmeal is produced by finely milling whole oat grain (Avena sativa) and suspending it in a water-based carrier, resulting in an ultra-fine particle that intimately contacts the skin surface. Its mechanism of action is multifaceted: the beta-glucan polysaccharides in oatmeal form a protective hydrophilic film on the skin surface that binds moisture and physically shields the skin from irritants and allergens. Avenanthramides a class of phenolic compounds unique to oats exert potent anti-inflammatory and anti-itch activity by inhibiting pro-inflammatory cytokine activity (including IL-8 and TNF-α), directly reducing the itch-scratch cycle that is one of the most distressing aspects of canine allergic and dry-skin conditions. Saponins in oatmeal provide mild, gentle cleansing without disrupting the skin's acid mantle. The overall effect is a shampoo base that calms, protects, and moisturises the skin simultaneously making it ideal for dogs with dry, sensitive, atopic, or environmentally irritated skin conditions.
- Aloe Vera Extract (Aloe barbadensis): A time-honoured botanical with remarkable multi-functional dermatological properties. The gel-like mucilaginous polysaccharides (acemannan) in Aloe Vera form a cooling, hydrating film on the skin surface that immediately soothes heat, inflammation, and irritation. Aloe contains over 75 active compounds including vitamins, enzymes, minerals, sugars, and amino acids collectively providing antioxidant protection (Vitamins C, E, and beta-carotene naturally present in aloe), antimicrobial activity (against surface bacteria), and wound-supportive properties. For dogs prone to hot spots, environmental allergies, post-grooming skin sensitivity, or the drying effects of India's summer heat, Aloe Vera Extract in the shampoo delivers immediate topical relief and lasting hydration, preventing the tightness and flaking that can follow bathing in animals with compromised skin barrier function.
- Vitamin E (Tocopherol): A potent fat-soluble antioxidant that plays a critical role in maintaining the structural integrity and health of the skin's lipid barrier. Topically applied Vitamin E neutralises free radicals generated by UV radiation, pollution, and oxidative stress all of which are significant environmental insults for outdoor and indoor dogs in Indian urban settings. By preserving the integrity of cell membrane phospholipids in the skin's keratinocyte layers, Vitamin E prevents trans-epidermal water loss, reduces inflammatory skin responses, and contributes to the suppleness and conditioning of the coat. It also provides a nourishing film on the hair shaft, reducing static, smoothing the cuticle, and contributing to the characteristic shine the Soothe & Shine formula delivers.
- Vitamin A (Retinol/Retinyl Palmitate): A vital micronutrient for normal skin turnover and epidermal regeneration. Vitamin A plays an essential role in regulating the proliferation and differentiation of keratinocytes the primary cells of the epidermis ensuring that the skin renews itself efficiently and maintains a healthy, intact surface layer. Adequate Vitamin A at the skin surface supports the normal shedding cycle of the coat, reduces hyperkeratosis (abnormal thickening and flakiness of the skin surface), and promotes a well-conditioned, healthy coat appearance. Topical Vitamin A inclusion in Soothe & Shine ensures these normalising effects are delivered directly to the skin and coat at every bath.
- Papaya Fruit Extract (Carica papaya): Papaya extract brings two important benefits to this formula. First, it contains papain a naturally occurring proteolytic enzyme that gently exfoliates the skin surface by breaking down dead keratinocytes and removing surface debris, product residue, and environmental pollutants without abrasion. This enzymatic exfoliation action supports skin clarity and removes the build-up that can dull the coat and clog follicles. Second, papaya is rich in Vitamins C and A, contributing additional antioxidant activity and skin-brightening effects that translate into a visibly brighter, more lustrous coat finish after bathing.
- Mango Extract (Mangifera indica): A tropical fruit extract rich in polyphenols (mangiferin), beta-carotene, and Vitamins C and E that delivers antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits to the skin and coat. Mango extract is particularly valued for its emollient properties the natural fatty acids and phytosterols present in mango help condition and soften both the skin and the hair shaft, reducing tangling, frizz, and coarseness in the coat. For double-coated or long-haired breeds prone to matting and coat dullness, mango extract contributes to a smooth, manageable, visibly conditioned finish. As a naturally Indian-origin ingredient, its inclusion reflects the formula's awareness of the local botanical richness relevant to Indian pet care.
- Guava Extract (Psidium guajava): Guava extract is a powerhouse of Vitamin C one of the highest concentrations found in any fruit along with flavonoids, tannins, and quercetin that provide exceptional antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. The astringent tannins in guava gently tighten pores and reduce excess sebum production on the skin surface, helping to manage greasy or oily coat conditions and reducing the odour-causing bacterial activity associated with sebum accumulation. Quercetin's anti-inflammatory and anti-histamine-like activity complements the oatmeal and aloe in the formula's overall skin-calming profile, providing additional relief for dogs with allergic or environmentally reactive skin.
- pH Regulators: Canine skin has a naturally more alkaline pH (6.5–7.5) compared to human skin (4.5–5.5). Using human shampoos on dogs disrupts the canine acid mantle the protective slightly acidic surface film making the skin vulnerable to microbial colonisation, dryness, and irritation. The pH regulators in Soothe & Shine maintain the formula's pH at 7.2 precisely calibrated to the canine skin's natural range ensuring that every bath preserves rather than disrupts the skin barrier. This pH optimisation is a fundamental formulation requirement for any dog-appropriate grooming product and reflects the pharmaceutical-grade development approach that Intas brings to this formula.
- Natural Fragrance (Vanilla): A gentle vanilla fragrance that imparts a warm, sweet, non-overwhelming scent to the coat post-bathing. The choice of natural fragrance over synthetic perfume compounds reduces the risk of fragrance-induced skin sensitisation in dogs with reactive or atopic skin. Vanilla is one of the most universally well-tolerated fragrance choices in pet grooming, providing the pleasant post-bath freshness that pet parents love without the harsh chemical load of synthetic fragrance blends.
