True+Real Coal Tar Therapeutic Tar Gel Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 1% Coal Tar, 6 Ounce

True+Real Coal Tar Therapeutic Shampoo is an effective and affordable option for those suffering from persistent scalp conditions such as psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis, or severe dandruff. Its active ingredient, 0.5% coal tar (equivalent to 2% in other formulations), has been clinically proven to reduce flaking, relieve itching, and decrease inflammation.From the first application, you can notice a significant reduction in itching and dryness, and with consistent use (2 to 3 times per week, as directed), your scalp begins to look healthier, with fewer visible flakes. It also has an easy-to-apply texture and lathers well enough to distribute evenly.As with most coal tar shampoos, its scent is somewhat strong and distinctive, but this is to be expected with a therapeutic product of this nature. Some people may also notice a temporary darkening of light or color-treated hair, so it is recommended to rinse well and alternate with a cosmetic shampoo if desired.Highlights:✔ Effectively relieves itching and flaking.✔ Good value.✔ Dermatologically approved formula.What could be improved:✘ Strong, medicinal scent.✘ Can dry out hair if not used with an appropriate conditioner.✘ Not recommended for prolonged daily use without medical advice.Conclusion:True+Real Coal Tar Therapeutic Shampoo is an excellent alternative for those looking to effectively manage scalp conditions without overspending. Ideal for intermittent treatments and as part of a dermatologically supervised routine.

High quality. Works after one use. Great value compared to other similar products. Neutrogena used to make a very similar product. This is actually better, and a better value. I always have a bottle in the bathroom. It lasts a long time too, because it works so well, you only need it once in a while. Worth the $$

Works very well for dandruff itchiness/flakes. It is somewhat expensive though and the bottle is small. It also has a strong smell unique to the tar, but I got used to it. I bought a similar tar dandruff shampoo from Amazon Essentials with a higher concentration and it had the same smell. That shampoo was too watery though. This was better so I'm probably going to stick with this unless I can find a cheaper alternative.

Works as well as T-Gel in my opinion but I have now gotten two bottles with defective caps. They do not work. They are the type that has the nozzle in the cap and to dispense you push one side of the cap and the dispenser appears but this dispenser does NOT WORK. Twice this happened and I had to use the cap from the previous bottle, having to dig it out of the trash covered with hair and dental floss. Please fix the cap!

Well packaged; arrived on time. Can't find Pine Tar shampoo in stores anymore; can only buy online. Use it for scalp deep cleaning, and/or if you have a scalp condition like itching, flaking or hair loss. Makes your hair feel squeaky clean. A little bit goes a long way. First use your normal shampoo & rinse, then use Pine Tar shampoo & rinse, then use your moisturizing conditioner. Works wonders!

57, partly gray and DONE with having a sandy, itchy scalp! I really hope this review helps you find your answer:I have tried so many methods and products to deal with the granules (like sand) that form on my scalp and cause itching. Expensive salon products, moisturizing my scalp, letting it air dry, baking soda, apple cider vinegar…NOTHING worked, until my new dermatologist told me to try alternating 1 shampoo with coal tar for 3 weeks with another shampoo with salicylic acid for 3 weeks.True+Real has coal tar and appears to be very similar to Neutrogena’s T-Gel, but T+R has a higher concentration of coal tar.I’m still in my first 3-week session with True+Real, washing every 2-3 days. Wow! What a difference! I used to start getting sandy buildup by the evening when I wash in the morning. By day 3, I was an itchy wreck, with oily hair to boot.Now, my hair stays clean and shiny for 3 days and I kinda, sorta start to feel a little itching by that time. I’m sure if I shampooed every other day, there’d be minimal symptoms.Dermatologist said to wash every day - that’s not gonna happen, but I do wash/rinse/repeat and let the shampoo sit on my hair for the 2nd application while I do other “shower things.” So far, so good!!I’m eager to see what happens when I switch to the salicylic acid shampoo starting this weekend.Tips:1. It does smell like monster truck tires, at first, but that scent dwindles at it dries. If you’re going somewhere and don’t want any trace of that scent, wash it the night before.2. Do make sure to do 2 shampoo cycles, letting the shampoo sit 3-4 minutes on your hair during one of them. My hair stays clean so much longer!!)3. BE CAREFUL not to get it in your eyes. It does sting, if you do, as packaging warns.

This shampoo really works for the itchy scalp. Doesn't smell good but I don't mind as long as it works. Good quality

Not sure how this product works yet but as soon as i opened it the top was completely broken and put back on backwards so Ive been struggling to put it back on to where its a normal easy to use cap.