Absorbine ShowSheen 2-in-1 Shampoo & Conditioner
Absorbine ShowSheen earns its spot by pairing cleansing and conditioning in one formula, delivering fast detangling and show-ready shine that reduces grooming time and often eliminates the need for a separate conditioner — a practical financial advantage for busy owners. Technically it stands out for its show-focused finish compared with everyday cleaners like Mane 'n Tail, while being less treatment-oriented than EQyss and less deeply hydrating than Vetrolin, making it the best value pick when you need quick, polished results.
Show-ready shine
2-in-1 convenience
Show-ready shine
2-in-1 convenience
Review Summary
"Users praise its fast conditioning, smoothing and high shine with easy detangling; frequent long-term users note a pleasant scent but some report buildup if overused."
Crowd-pleasing scent
2-in-1 shampoo and conditioner that cleanses while softening coat, mane and tail.
Crowd-pleasing scent
2-in-1 shampoo and conditioner that cleanses while softening coat, mane and tail.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
Absorbine ShowSheen earns its spot by pairing cleansing and conditioning in one formula, delivering fast detangling and show-ready shine that reduces grooming time and often eliminates the need for a separate conditioner — a practical financial advantage for busy owners. Technically it stands out for its show-focused finish compared with everyday cleaners like Mane 'n Tail, while being less treatment-oriented than EQyss and less deeply hydrating than Vetrolin, making it the best value pick when you need quick, polished results.
Show-ready shine
2-in-1 convenience
Crowd-pleasing scent
2-in-1 shampoo and conditioner that cleanses while softening coat, mane and tail.
Formulated to add show-ready shine and help detangle hair for easier grooming.
Show-ready shine
2-in-1 convenience
Crowd-pleasing scent
2-in-1 shampoo and conditioner that cleanses while softening coat, mane and tail.
Formulated to add show-ready shine and help detangle hair for easier grooming.
Cowboy Magic Rosewater Shampoo
Cowboy Magic Rosewater Shampoo is prized for its gentle, fragrance-forward rosewater formulation that cleans without stripping natural oils, offering a balance between everyday maintenance and pleasant scent at a mid-tier price. Compared with ShowSheen's two-in-one convenience it prioritizes a softer, aromatic wash rather than maximum shine, and while it lacks the medical focus of EQyss or the intense moisturization of Vetrolin, it provides an attractive, cost-effective option for regular grooming and handlers who value a signature scent.
Rose-scented pamper
Gentle foam
Rose-scented pamper
Gentle foam
Review Summary
"Reviewers like the gentle, fragrant formula that leaves coats soft and manageable, and many use it long-term for show prep; a minority say it isn't strong enough for heavy grime."
Soft mane finish
Rosewater-scented formula designed to gently cleanse without stripping natural oils.
Soft mane finish
Rosewater-scented formula designed to gently cleanse without stripping natural oils.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Recreational Enjoyment
Cowboy Magic Rosewater Shampoo is prized for its gentle, fragrance-forward rosewater formulation that cleans without stripping natural oils, offering a balance between everyday maintenance and pleasant scent at a mid-tier price. Compared with ShowSheen's two-in-one convenience it prioritizes a softer, aromatic wash rather than maximum shine, and while it lacks the medical focus of EQyss or the intense moisturization of Vetrolin, it provides an attractive, cost-effective option for regular grooming and handlers who value a signature scent.
Rose-scented pamper
Gentle foam
Soft mane finish
Rosewater-scented formula designed to gently cleanse without stripping natural oils.
Helps condition and smooth the mane and tail for improved manageability.
Rose-scented pamper
Gentle foam
Soft mane finish
Rosewater-scented formula designed to gently cleanse without stripping natural oils.
Helps condition and smooth the mane and tail for improved manageability.
$12-28 CAD
Mane 'n Tail Original Shampoo
Mane 'n Tail Original Shampoo holds a market-leading position for everyday use due to its long track record, hair-strengthening marketing positioning, and generous sizes that deliver strong value-per-ounce for frequent washing. It is technically formulated for dual-use on horses and humans, offering protein-friendly cleansing that is gentler than medicated options like EQyss and typically cheaper per wash than specialty hydrating products such as Vetrolin, making it a budget-wise staple for routine coat and mane care.
Human-tested charm
Strengthens strands
Human-tested charm
Strengthens strands
Review Summary
"Long-term users appreciate its deep cleaning and detangling, often using it on both horses and humans; some report it can dry out coats without follow-up conditioner."
Tangle-taming magic
Original, versatile shampoo used by riders for both horses and humans for decades.
Tangle-taming magic
Original, versatile shampoo used by riders for both horses and humans for decades.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Skill Development & Mastery
Mane 'n Tail Original Shampoo holds a market-leading position for everyday use due to its long track record, hair-strengthening marketing positioning, and generous sizes that deliver strong value-per-ounce for frequent washing. It is technically formulated for dual-use on horses and humans, offering protein-friendly cleansing that is gentler than medicated options like EQyss and typically cheaper per wash than specialty hydrating products such as Vetrolin, making it a budget-wise staple for routine coat and mane care.
Human-tested charm
Strengthens strands
Tangle-taming magic
Original, versatile shampoo used by riders for both horses and humans for decades.
Cleanses thoroughly while helping improve hair strength and body.
Human-tested charm
Strengthens strands
Tangle-taming magic
Original, versatile shampoo used by riders for both horses and humans for decades.
Cleanses thoroughly while helping improve hair strength and body.
$10-25 CAD
EQyss Micro-Tek Medicated Shampoo
EQyss Micro-Tek Medicated Shampoo is the specialist in this lineup, chosen for targeted skin and coat issues — its medicated action addresses bacterial and fungal concerns that ordinary cleansers cannot, which justifies a premium price for therapeutic use. Unlike the value-oriented Mane 'n Tail or cosmetic-focused ShowSheen and Cowboy Magic, EQyss is a clinical tool: owners pay more for validated skin treatment performance rather than fragrance or pure cosmetic shine, and it pairs well with hydrating follow-ups like Vetrolin when skin is dry after treatment.
Medicated relief
Itch-soothing care
Medicated relief
Itch-soothing care
Review Summary
"Buyers with dermatitis or fungal issues commonly report it clears infections and soothes skin when used as directed; some users find it drying and recommend following with a moisturizer or conditioner."
Scale-lift power
Medicated formula formulated to help control bacterial and fungal skin conditions.
Scale-lift power
Medicated formula formulated to help control bacterial and fungal skin conditions.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
EQyss Micro-Tek Medicated Shampoo is the specialist in this lineup, chosen for targeted skin and coat issues — its medicated action addresses bacterial and fungal concerns that ordinary cleansers cannot, which justifies a premium price for therapeutic use. Unlike the value-oriented Mane 'n Tail or cosmetic-focused ShowSheen and Cowboy Magic, EQyss is a clinical tool: owners pay more for validated skin treatment performance rather than fragrance or pure cosmetic shine, and it pairs well with hydrating follow-ups like Vetrolin when skin is dry after treatment.
Medicated relief
Itch-soothing care
Scale-lift power
Medicated formula formulated to help control bacterial and fungal skin conditions.
Deep-cleansing action removes debris and soothes irritated or flaky skin.
Medicated relief
Itch-soothing care
Scale-lift power
Medicated formula formulated to help control bacterial and fungal skin conditions.
Deep-cleansing action removes debris and soothes irritated or flaky skin.
Vetrolin Bath Ultra Hydrating Shampoo
Vetrolin Bath Ultra Hydrating Shampoo wins for intensive moisturization and skin-friendly surfactants that restore coat suppleness, making it the go-to when dryness or winter coat issues demand deeper conditioning than standard shampoos. Financially it can be pricier per wash than general-purpose brands, but its technical advantage is the concentrated hydration and gentler base that reduces the need for repeated treatments; it therefore complements medicated products like EQyss and outperforms ShowSheen and Cowboy Magic when treating brittle, dry coats.
Ultra hydration
Dry-skin rescue
Ultra hydration
Dry-skin rescue
Review Summary
"Customers consistently praise its rich lather and moisturizing effect for dry or show-quality coats, noting softer, shinier manes after repeated use; a few mention the price is higher than generic options."
Silky afterglow
Concentrated, ultra-hydrating shampoo designed to restore moisture to dry coats.
Silky afterglow
Concentrated, ultra-hydrating shampoo designed to restore moisture to dry coats.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Recreational Enjoyment
Vetrolin Bath Ultra Hydrating Shampoo wins for intensive moisturization and skin-friendly surfactants that restore coat suppleness, making it the go-to when dryness or winter coat issues demand deeper conditioning than standard shampoos. Financially it can be pricier per wash than general-purpose brands, but its technical advantage is the concentrated hydration and gentler base that reduces the need for repeated treatments; it therefore complements medicated products like EQyss and outperforms ShowSheen and Cowboy Magic when treating brittle, dry coats.
Ultra hydration
Dry-skin rescue
Silky afterglow
Concentrated, ultra-hydrating shampoo designed to restore moisture to dry coats.
Improves coat softness and reduces flaking for horses with dry or weathered skin.
Ultra hydration
Dry-skin rescue
Silky afterglow
Concentrated, ultra-hydrating shampoo designed to restore moisture to dry coats.
Improves coat softness and reduces flaking for horses with dry or weathered skin.
$30-60 CAD