
The Psoriatrax has drastically reduced the itching and scalp build-up to where I'm not miserable if I go a day without washing my hair. Definitely the best product I've used in my case; it hasn't eliminated my psoriasis altogether, but paired with MG217 for the trouble spots (behind my ears, or anywhere not on my scalp) it makes my psoriasis a footnote instead of a headline in my life.I bought this last week after doing a lot of research; I used to use T-gel extra strength, but after I compared it with this, I realized the Psoriatrax has a 5% concentration of coal tar, and the T-gel has only 2%! I've used it twice now (itchy scalp from the summer heat, etc.), and it's really nice. It doesn't smell any stronger than the T-gel, but my hair feels very clean afterward and only has a tiny bit of the coal-tar scent (even after I apply conditioner; oh well, you can't have it all!).
Overall I think it's a good deal, considering the concentration--nothing else I researched even came close....This coal tar shampoo is one of the best things you can use on stubborn dandruff. If you have tried all the other dandruff shampoos without success, give this one a try. Contains the maximum concentration of coal tar allowable in the US (5%). Be forwarned though, it doesn't smell very pleasant. For really tough dandruff, alternate daily with a shampoo containing salicylic acid, such as Denorex. Guaranteed combination to knock out anyone's dandruff problem. Don't forget to use cool water. too. Hot water dries out the skin.WOW!!!!!!!!! I have been dealing with horrendous itching and dandruff for the past 2 years. I didnt know what was gonig on... I actually itched to the point where i developed little bumps that turned into scabs... I actually buzzed my head every week since that was the only thing that seemed to help.. I have spent probably $300 or so on shampoos, NOTHING helped...... UNTIL.... This!!!!!!!!!!!
I used it 3 days ago... I scrubbed it on my scalp, I let it sit there for about 5 or 6 minutes, then I washed it off.. Warning, IT smelles like gasoline and motor oil mixed.. Scared the day lights out of me casue I thought someone laced it when they shipped it LOL, but I read and found out its suppose to smell like that.. Anyways... It doesnt smell that bad after you rinse..... So 3 days after, I have barely itched and my dandruff has been cut by 95%, no joke, AFTER the 1st use... I can NOT believe how this has changed my confidence AND health..... Buy this, you will NOT be disspointed...
However, I am concerend about the warnings of this and why CA wont sell it... But, I am praying to GOD I will be ok, this is the only stuff that helps....I have finally found something that works. I have tried everything except Rx; Denorex, H&S, lotions, creams, acids, you name it.
After moving to a cold winter climate from year-round sun, my scalp psoriasis reared it's ugly head ( ha ha ), and I was honestly considering calling in sick to work one day because it was THAT bad. It was non-stop misery. If I wasn't trying not to scratch my head, I was wondering if any quarter-sized flakes were resting on my lapel or collar.
So I ordered this stuff. It started to work immediately and within two days, I could go the whole day without thought of my scalp problems. I also ordered some M-217, which is what I had originally intended to order, and it also worked wonders on a little spot of skin right next to my nose. Oh, did I feel gross. But now I'm just fine! I don't mind paying for this, because it WORKS.
I did notice, however, that if I go one day without washing my hair with this product, the psoriasis returns. So I will be using it all winter long, and we will see what happens come spring.