4.3(2,545)Amazon rating$7.51200+ bought last month
Our verdict
A convenient no-rinse foam that's handy for kittens and small pets when a full bath isn't practical, though it's a general small-animal product rather than a cat-specific formula.
Owners who need a quick, water-free way to freshen up a kitten or small pet without wrestling with a bath.
Skip if
You want a scented shampoo or a formula made specifically for adult cats rather than a broad small-animal wash.
Form Foam
Benefits Cleansing
Weight 0.54 Pounds
Priced 56% below the category median ($16.99 across 38 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.3/5overall
Owner rating4.3/5
4.3 average across 2,545 owner ratings
Popularity4.2/5
2,545 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog and cat food, health, gear and grooming we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
Citrus Magic's Rinse-Free Pet Shampoo comes as an 8-ounce foam that's meant to clean without a full water rinse, which makes it a practical option for kittens, small pets, and any cat that isn't a fan of the tub. The label covers a wide range of small animals, including ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and kittens, so it's built for versatility rather than being cat-only.
The formula leans on a fermented vegetable extract as its main special ingredient and skips artificial colors, dyes, and mineral oil, which is worth noting if you're picky about what touches your pet's skin. It's also unscented, so there's no added fragrance to worry about.
At 2,545 reviews and a 4.3 rating, it has one of the larger review counts in this shampoo lineup, and steady bought_last_month demand suggests it's a reliable go-to rather than a one-off purchase.
Pros
No-rinse foam makes it easy to use on kittens or bath-averse cats
Free of artificial colors, dyes, and mineral oil
Unscented formula avoids added fragrance
Large review base of over 2,500 with a solid 4.3 rating
Affordable at around $7.51 for 8 ounces
Cons
Formulated for small animals generally, not cats specifically
Small 8-ounce size means it won't last long with regular use
No conditioning or coat-specific benefits listed beyond deodorizing
Specifications
Form
Foam
Benefits
Cleansing
Weight
0.54 Pounds
Performance notes
As a foam rather than a liquid, it's designed to be worked into the coat and toweled off rather than rinsed, which lines up with its deodorizing use case. The fermented vegetable extract and dye-free, mineral-oil-free formula point to a simple, minimal-ingredient wash rather than a heavy-duty treatment shampoo.
What buyers say
With 2,545 reviews and a 4.3 average, this is one of the more reviewed shampoos in the category, and the volume suggests it's a trusted go-to for quick, water-free cleanups.
No, it's designed as a rinse-free foam. You work it into the coat and towel dry rather than washing it out with water.
Is this safe for kittens?
The product is labeled for kittens along with several other small animals, but always check with your vet before bathing very young or fragile kittens.
Does it have a scent?
No, this formula is unscented, which is a plus if your pet is sensitive to fragrances.
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