General Information Pinetarsol is a soap-free cleanser for itchy, inflamed skin without causing further irritation. A soap-free cleanser for itchy, inflamed skin. It gently cleanses whilst replenishing moisture to relieve the sensation of itch rapidly so that the skin does not become further irritated. Best used on normal to oily skin types and conditions such as hives and chicken pox.
Avoid using soap, as even'mild' ones have a high pH (9 to 11) and can irritate red, itchy skin. Pinetarsol contains the natural ingredient, Pine Tar to maintain the skin's natural oils and reduce exacerbaton of the condition.
Use to relieve the symptoms of eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, chicken pox, nappy rash, sunburn, prickly heat, hives, insect bites, anal and genital itching.
Size: 500mL KEY FEATURES * * Contains pine tar, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. * * Gently cleanses without irritating inflamed skin. * * Helps lock in moisture. * * Recommended for dry skin, and suitable for infants, the elderly and those with sensitive skin.
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Warnings For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep out of reach of children. CAUTION For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep out of reach of children.
Common Uses
Ingredients Phenethyl alcohol 1.0% w/w as preservative. Active Ingredients: Tar (Pine tar) 2.3% w/w, Trolamine Lauril Sulfate 6% w/w.
Directions *One capful contains 10ml. For very inflamed skin, use with water. Shake bottle before use.
Bath: Add 15-30 ml* to a warm to tepid bath (5ml* in baby's bath or hand basin). Bathe for 5-10 minutes once daily, more often in severe cases. Pat skin dry.
Shower: Apply directly to wet skin, leave a few minutes, briefly rinse. Pat skin dry.
For small areas/patients in bed: Add 10ml to 3L of water, sponge, pat skin dry. USAGE ADVICE *One capful contains 10ml. For very inflamed skin, use with water. Shake bottle before use.
Bath: Add 15-30 ml* to a warm to tepid bath (5ml* in baby's bath or hand basin). Bathe for 5-10 minutes once daily, more often in severe cases. Pat skin dry.
Shower: Apply directly to wet skin, leave a few minutes, briefly rinse. Pat skin dry.
For small areas/patients in bed: Add 10ml to 3L of water, sponge, pat skin dry. STORAGE AND DISPOSAL Store Below 30 Degrees Celsius STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS Store Below 30 Degrees Celsius