Burt's Bees for Pets Waterless Cat Shampoo Spray, No-Rinse Cat Dry Shampoo with Shea Butter & Honey for Gentle Cleaning Between Baths, pH Balanced, No Harsh Detergents, 10 Fl Oz Review

4.4 (12,900) Amazon rating$6.593,000+ bought last month

Our verdict

Burt's Bees Waterless Cat Shampoo Spray is a no rinse option with shea butter and honey for quick cleaning between baths, and its huge review count shows it's a go to pick for owners who want to skip the tub.

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Best for

Owners who want a fast, no rinse way to freshen up their cat between full baths, especially cats that resist water.

Skip if

You're looking for a deep clean wash that requires rinsing, since this is strictly a waterless spray formula.

  • Priced 61% below the category median ($16.99 across 38 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.4/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.4/5

    4.4 average across 12,900 owner ratings

  • Popularity5.0/5

    12,900 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

["Burt's Bees for Pets Waterless Cat Shampoo Spray is a 10 fl oz, no rinse formula built with shea butter and honey, priced at $6.59. It's designed as a pH balanced option that skips harsh detergents, making it a between bath solution rather than a full wash.", "Because it's a spray you leave on rather than rinse off, it's built for cats that don't tolerate water well or for quick touch ups when a full bath isn't practical. The shea butter and honey combination is aimed at gentle cleaning without stripping the coat.", 'With nearly 12,900 reviews and a 4.4 star average, plus about 3,000 units bought in the past month, this is one of the highest volume sellers in the whole cat shampoo category, reflecting how popular the no rinse format is with cat owners.']

Pros

  • No rinse formula makes it easy to use on water averse cats
  • Very high review volume at nearly 12,900 ratings
  • Strong 4.4 star average backed by real buying activity
  • pH balanced with shea butter and honey for gentle cleaning
  • Affordable at $6.59 for a 10 fl oz bottle

Cons

  • Not a substitute for a full wet bath when a deeper clean is needed
  • Slightly lower rating than some other Burt's Bees cat shampoos in this lineup

Performance notes

As a no rinse spray, this product is built for surface cleaning and light conditioning with shea butter and honey rather than the deeper clean of a rinse out shampoo, and its pH balanced, detergent free formula is meant to be gentle enough for regular touch ups.

What buyers say

A 4.4 star average across nearly 12,900 reviews and about 3,000 units bought in the past month make this one of the most purchased cat shampoos in the category, showing consistent demand even with a rating slightly below the top performers.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need to rinse this off after applying?

No, this is a waterless, no rinse spray meant to clean and freshen the coat without a bath.

Is it gentle enough for regular use?

It's formulated to be pH balanced and free of harsh detergents, so it's built for regular between bath touch ups rather than occasional deep cleaning.

Why does this product have so many reviews?

The no rinse, spray on format appeals to a wide range of cat owners who want an easy way to clean cats that dislike baths, which has driven a very high review count.

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