Burt's Bees for Pets Itch Soothing Shampoo with Honeysuckle, 95% Natural Origin, Dog Shampoo for Itchy Skin Relief, pH Balanced, Free of Sulfates and Parabens, 16 Fl Oz Review

4.4 (465) Amazon rating$8.92200+ bought last month

Our verdict

Burt's Bees Itch Soothing Shampoo is a 95% natural origin formula built for itchy skin relief, and at under $9 for 16 ounces it's one of the more affordable options in this lineup while still skipping sulfates and parabens.

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Best for

Owners of dogs with itchy or sensitive skin who want a natural-origin, pH balanced formula without sulfates or parabens at a low price point.

Skip if

You want a shampoo aimed at a specific issue like fleas or deshedding, since this one is formulated around general itch relief and cleansing.

  • Form Liquid
  • Benefits Cleansing
  • Weight 1.1 Pounds
  • Priced 47% below the category median ($16.99 across 131 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.4/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.4/5

    4.4 average across 465 owner ratings

  • Popularity1.4/5

    465 owner reviews, fewer 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

["This Burt's Bees formula is built around itch soothing and cleansing, with a 95% natural origin makeup and a pH balanced formula meant to be gentler on a dog's skin than a harsher, more heavily processed shampoo.", "It's free of sulfates and parabens and includes added vitamins, and the bottle is a standard 16 fluid ounce size weighing about 1.1 pounds, which is an easy fit for regular bathroom or grooming storage. It's also listed as Brazil nuts free for households managing allergen concerns.", "At $8.92, it's priced well below many of the specialty shampoos in this category, and with 465 reviews and a 4.4 star average, it has built up a solid, if not top-tier, reputation, currently ranked #281 in Dog Shampoos on Amazon."]

Pros

  • 95% natural origin, pH balanced formula
  • Free of sulfates and parabens
  • Added vitamins in the formula
  • Affordable at $8.92 for 16 ounces
  • 465 reviews with a 4.4 star average

Cons

  • Formulated for general itch relief rather than a specific issue like fleas or deshedding
  • Listed as low stock at times, which can mean waiting for a restock
  • 4.4 star average trails a few of the higher rated shampoos in this silo

Specifications

Form
Liquid
Benefits
Cleansing
Weight
1.1 Pounds

Performance notes

The combination of a pH balanced, 95% natural origin formula with no sulfates or parabens is aimed squarely at dogs with sensitive or itchy skin, and the added vitamins support that gentler positioning. At 16 fluid ounces and about 1.1 pounds, it's sized like most everyday dog shampoos rather than a bulk or travel format.

What buyers say

With 465 reviews and a 4.4 star average, this shampoo has a solid base of repeat buyers for its price point, landing at #281 in Dog Shampoos on Amazon's rankings.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this shampoo free of sulfates and parabens?

Yes, Burt's Bees lists this formula as sulfate free and paraben free, and it's also free of Brazil nuts for allergen purposes.

Will this help with a dog's itchy skin?

It's marketed as an itch soothing formula with a pH balanced, 95% natural origin makeup, though persistent itching should still be checked out by a vet rather than managed with shampoo alone.

What size does it come in?

It's a 16 fluid ounce bottle weighing about 1.1 pounds.

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