MG217 Psoriasis Medicated Conditioning 3% Coal Tar Shampoo 8 Fl Oz

It has been nearly two months now and I have been using the shampoo twice a week and I have to say that it really does work -- but it takes quite a bit of time to start working. My experience with this product has been very different than others. Due to the medications I had been taking, I had developed an itchy scalp and needed a soothing shampoo. My GP recommended that I look for a shampoo with coal tar and after a lot of research I decided to give this product a try. When I first started using the product however, I was ready to send it back as being defective. Within minutes of rinsing the shampoo off my head I felt a burning sensation on my temples and behind my ears! I panicked and just rinsed my head again but this did not subside the sensation. I thought perhaps I was having an allergic reaction. However, with 30 minutes my scalp calmed down and the burning sensation faded. Days later I did notice that my scalp wasn't feeling so itchy and hot anymore. The shampoo had actually worked! So I gave it another try. Once more, after washing the shampoo off, my temples and ears were burning. But the burning subsided after a half hour or so and wasn't as intense as the first time. Now, after nearly 2 months, the shampoo is working like a dream. My head is feeling almost normal again while I'm continuing my medications. I find that I have to use this shampoo only once a week for it to be effective. My hair is also nice and shiny. After much trial and error here are a few things that I learned: 1) I stopped using other shampoos while using this shampoo. Since my scalp was reacting to the medication in my bloodstream, I figured I didn't need to dehydrate it and drown it in any more chemicals than was necessary. 2) I was initially letting the coal tar shampoo "marinate" my head for 5 minutes. The instructions say to let the shampoo sit for a "few minutes". I think this is too long. 3 minutes works best. 3) I stopped using hot water to rinse off my head when using this shampoo. Instead, I now use lukewarm water and keep my hair washing separate from my showers. This also helps with calming down a hot and itchy scalp. 4) For the first 4 weeks I used the shampoo twice a week. Then after that, I cut back to once a week. The shampoo does take some time to work but once it starts working, you don't have to use much of it. 5) It is very important that when you are washing your hair you use your fingers to apply the shampoo to your scalp and not just let it rest on the top layer of your hair. 6) Finally, make sure to shake the bottle vigorously just prior to use. This will make sure that the coal tar bits are evenly dispersed throughout the shampoo before you use it. Overall, I found this shampoo to be very effective for my scalp condition. While it does take a while to get working (nearly a month in my case), once it does, the shampoo provides much needed cooling relief to my poor head. The only other downside I'd warn other about is that the smell is quite strong and does linger on your hair for some days afterwards (though its potency subsides). The smell is very similar to Neutragena's T-Gel shampoo -- but more medicinal. I hope my experience and review has helped you. If so, I'd appreciate it if you could give me a thumbs up! Any questions about the product? Please let me know in the comments and I'll do my best to answer them!

The smell is pretty bad, like when my dad used to give the dogs a flea dip in the spring and summer. But it works really well. My husband’s scalp has been irritated and red, terribly flaky and itchy for quite a long time, but after using this a few times his scalp looks and feels much better. We actually cancelled a dermatologist appointment because there was not much for her to look at any more. It is stinky, but after you rinse your hair does not smell. It’s good, effective, the price is right, and I’m ordering a second tube.

I’ve been battling with scalp psoriasis my whole life. I’ve tried it all. Everything OTC, prescription, holistic, etc. you name it, I’ve tried it. This shampoo is good, but definitely not “holy grail”. I’m disappointed that I didn’t get the results I’m looking for, but that doesn’t mean I’m going to discontinue using this. Pros: stops the itching immediately, reduces or completely removes patches, clarifies and gets rid of any flakiness, does not burn the scalp, and does not dry out my color treated hair. Cons: SMELLS SO BAD. Be prepared for that. It’s absolutely rancid. Does not help or get rid of bumps/plaques (pls consult a dermatologist to get a steroid for that, do not rely on OTC products for that), and for desired results, you will have to use more than twice a week (again, pls consult your physician on using more often, as the ingredients can cause sensitivity to sunlight and styling products) I use this multiple times a week and typically give my scalp 1-2 days rest with a gentle shampoo. I massage it into my scalp with a scalp massager and leave it on for 5-15 minutes. It doesn’t burn, or leave a tingly sensation like some tea tree or peppermint shampoos do. It just stinks. Be wary of using this if you color your hair and make sure you don’t wash with this shampoo prior to coloring. Could cause some damage. I’ve had no issues with this stripping the color from my hair. Works well with conditioners and the styling products I use (leave in conditioner, curl cream, pomade). Lastly I cannot stress enough, PROTECT YOUR SCALP FROM SUN EXPOSURE WHILE USING THIS PRODUCT. Wear a hat, or a scarf. But be careful and don’t burn your scalp!!!

Its so nice to have something I can incorporate into my weekly routine and not even have to think about it. I am terrible with remembering to consistently use the medication prescribed by my doctor and it was super greasy. I still have psoriasis after using this shampoo for several months but its extremely mild compared to the giant plaques I used to have. The shampoo does smell (like asphalt) but once your hair is dry you cant smell it at all. Highly recommend!

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After using this shampoo for 2 weeks my psoriasis which I've had for 10 years has completely gone and believe me I've spent $1000 trying different ones, this stuff is amazing, highly recommended.

I've reused this brand quite a few times, and it seems to be one of the better ones for treating the psoriasis on my scalp. It doesn't get rid of it entirely, but it does lessen the flaking and itching quite a bit. Fair warning, though: Don't expect it to be nice smelling. But it does work, and I think that's more important.