Equate Extra Strength Coal Tar Therapeutic Dandruff Shampoo

Equate Extra Strength Coal Tar Topical Solution 4.0% (coal Tar 1.0%) Therapeutic Dandruff Shampoo is designed to provide effective relief from dandruff. This shampoo contains 1.0% coal tar as its active ingredient, formulated as a topical solution at 4.0% concentration.

Product Details

The product comes in a 6 fl oz bottle.

Ingredients

The full ingredient list includes:

  • WATER
  • SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE
  • COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE
  • COCAMIDE MEA
  • LAURETH-4
  • POLYSORBATE 20
  • BIS-HYDROXYETHYL DIHYDROXYPROPYL STEARAMMONIUM CHLORIDE
  • PEG-120 METHYL GLUCOSE DIOLEATE
  • DISODIUM EDTA
  • CITRIC ACID
  • PHENOXYETHANOL
  • FRAGRANCE
  • METHYLCHLOROISOTHIAZOLINONE
  • METHYLISOTHIAZOLINONE
  • RED 40
  • BLUE 1
  • YELLOW 5
  • YELLOW 6

Directions for Use

For best results, use the shampoo at least twice a week or as directed by a doctor. To use:

  1. Wet hair thoroughly.
  2. Massage shampoo into the scalp to create a lather.
  3. Leave the lather on the hair and scalp for several minutes.
  4. Rinse and repeat the process if necessary.
Infographic detailing the steps for using Equate Extra Strength Coal Tar Therapeutic Dandruff Shampoo

Warnings and Precautions

For external use only.

  • Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, seek medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
  • Ask a doctor before using this product if your condition covers a large area of the body.
  • Stop use and ask a doctor if the condition worsens or does not improve after regular use as directed.
  • Avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water.
  • Use caution when exposing skin to sunlight after applying this product. It may increase your tendency to sunburn for up to 24 hours after application.
  • Do not use for prolonged periods without consulting a doctor.
  • Do not use this product with other forms of psoriasis therapy, such as ultraviolet radiation or prescription drugs, unless directed to do so by a doctor.

Understanding Dandruff Treatment

Coal tar is a common ingredient in dandruff shampoos. It works by slowing down the rapid growth of skin cells on the scalp, which is a primary cause of flaking and itching associated with dandruff and other scalp conditions like psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis. By reducing the rate of skin cell turnover, coal tar helps to alleviate the symptoms of these conditions.

Diagram illustrating how coal tar works to slow skin cell growth on the scalp

Instacart Delivery and Pickup Information

If you are ordering this product through Instacart, here's how delivery and pickup work:

Delivery

  • Instacart connects you with a personal shopper in your area.
  • Contactless delivery is available with the "Leave at my door" option.
  • Depending on the store, a shopper or store employee will bring groceries to your car, or you can pick them up at a designated area.

Delivery Costs

  • Delivery fees start at $3.99 for same-day orders over $35.
  • Fees vary for one-hour deliveries, club store deliveries, and orders under $35.
  • Service fees vary based on factors like location, and the number and types of items in your cart. Orders containing alcohol have a separate service fee.
  • Tipping is optional but encouraged for delivery orders. 100% of your tip goes directly to the shopper.

Pickup Orders

  • There may be a "pickup fee" (equivalent to a delivery fee) on your pickup order, typically $1.99 for non-Instacart+ members. Instacart+ membership waives this fee.
  • Pickup orders have no service fees.

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Out-of-Stock Items and Communication

If an item you want is out-of-stock at the store, your shopper will follow your pre-set replacement preferences. You can also set item and delivery instructions in advance and chat directly with your shopper while they are shopping and delivering your items.

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