Key ingredients
4.6/5
Coal tar is the main active in this psoriasis shampoo.
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8 Fluid Ounce
$19.35
DHS Tar is the pharmacy classic — no lifestyle branding, just coal tar in a bottle derms have recommended for decades. Unscented and no-nonsense.
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The Edyt Score
4.6 / 5.0
Targets
4.3/5
This psoriasis shampoo is a classic.
Formula standards
4.6/5
The psoriasis shampoo is unscented.
The verdict
DHS Tar is the pharmacy classic.
Compare against similar products
Side-by-side vs 6 near substitutes (MG217, Neutrogena, CeraVe, Dermarest, Denorex, and True+Real) — best for, job, hair/scalp fit, format, Edyt score, and notes. Swipe sideways to compare.
| Pick | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | DHS Tar is the pharmacy classic | MG217 coal tar shampoo is | Neutrogena T/Sal leans salicylic | CeraVe’s psoriasis cleanser adds | 2-in-1 | Denorex Extra Strength sits | True+Real coal tar gel is the budget |
| Job | DHS Tar is the pharmacy classic | MG217 coal tar shampoo is | Neutrogena T/Sal leans salicylic | CeraVe’s psoriasis cleanser adds | 2-in-1 | Denorex Extra Strength sits | True+Real coal tar gel is the budget |
| Hair / scalp | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Format | Psoriasis shampoo | Psoriasis shampoo | Psoriasis shampoo | Psoriasis shampoo | Psoriasis shampoo | Psoriasis shampoo | Psoriasis shampoo |
| Edyt score Methodology: The Edyt Score reflects ingredient profiles, concentration, and formulation standards. It is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews. | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.3 |
| Notes | Classic · Unscented | Coal tar · Psoriasis-labeled | 3% SA · Drugstore | Ceramide support · SA + lactic | Medicated · Everyday | Itch-forward · Drugstore | Budget · Gel |
| $ / size | $19.35 | $9.99 | $7.79 | $16.99 | $12.14 | $9.88 | $8.02 |
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FAQ
Who is 8 Fluid Ounce best for?
DHS Tar is the pharmacy classic — no lifestyle branding, just coal tar in a bottle derms have recommended for decades. Unscented and no-nonsense.
How did Edyt Beauty score this psoriasis shampoo?
Edyt Beauty rates 8 Fluid Ounce 4.6 out of 5 from the ingredient list, who it is for, and how the formula is built. That is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews.
How does it compare to similar products?
The compare table above stacks 8 Fluid Ounce against near substitutes for the same shopping job, including picks from MG217, Neutrogena, CeraVe, Dermarest, Denorex, and True+Real. For more from the same brand, see More from Person & Covey below.
Where can I buy it?
Shop 8 Fluid Ounce with the Buy on Amazon button when it is available. We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases. Prices and availability can change. You can also find it in our guide to Best Shampoos for Psoriasis.
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.5% Coal Tar Shampoo and Conditioner
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