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Pinetarsol Gel

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Help relieve itchy and inflamed skin conditions.

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What is Pinetarsol Gel?

Pinetarsol Gel is a soap-free cleansing gel formulated with 1.6% pine tar to help relieve itchy, inflamed and scaly skin. Made in Australia by Ego Pharmaceuticals, it’s a gentle adjunct to medical eczema and dermatitis treatment — usable in the shower, bath or at the basin, with a pH of 6 to protect the skin’s natural barrier.

Listed therapeutic good (AU) Australian made — Ego Pharmaceuticals

What Pinetarsol Gel helps treat

  • Mild eczema, atopic dermatitis and contact dermatitis.
  • Inflamed scaly skin and itchy patches.
  • Heat rash, prickly heat and minor skin irritations.
  • Jock itch and intertrigo (where skin folds rub).
  • Anal and genital itching (use under medical advice).
  • Itchy skin caused by insect bites or sunburn.

Active ingredient

  • Tar (Pine Tar) 1.6% w/w — calms itch, reduces inflammation and slows the over-production of skin cells that causes scaling.
  • Soap-free, pH-balanced (pH 6) — cleanses without stripping the skin’s acid mantle.
  • Preservatives: phenethyl alcohol and dichlorobenzyl alcohol.

How to use Pinetarsol Gel

  1. Wet the affected area in the shower, bath or hand basin.
  2. Apply Pinetarsol Gel directly to wet skin and smooth gently over the area.
  3. Leave on for 2–3 minutes to let the pine tar work.
  4. Rinse and pat skin dry — do not rub.
  5. Apply a sensitive-skin moisturiser straight after to lock in hydration.
  6. Use once or twice daily until the flare settles, then taper as your doctor advises.

Building an itch-relief routine

  • Wash: Pinetarsol Gel or Pinetarsol Bar to cleanse without irritating.
  • Soak: Pinetarsol Bath Oil for full-body relief during severe flares.
  • Moisturise: Apply QV Cream or Sorbolene + Glycerine within 3 minutes of patting dry — this is when the skin absorbs most.
  • Avoid: regular soap, hot water, long showers, and known triggers (wool, fragrance, harsh detergents).

Warnings and precautions

  • For external use only — avoid contact with eyes, mouth and broken skin.
  • Do not use on weeping or infected eczema without medical advice.
  • Pine tar can stain light fabrics — rinse thoroughly and pat with a dark towel.
  • If irritation, redness or burning develops, stop use and consult a pharmacist or doctor.
  • Safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding for short courses, but check with your GP first.
  • Daytime sunscreen is recommended — pine tar can increase sun sensitivity on treated areas.

Frequently asked questions

What is Pinetarsol Gel used for?

Pinetarsol Gel is a soap-free pine-tar cleansing gel that helps relieve itchy and inflamed skin conditions like eczema, dermatitis, heat rash and minor irritations. The 1.6% pine tar calms itch and reduces redness, while the pH-6 formula cleanses without drying the skin like regular soap can.

How often should I use Pinetarsol Gel?

Once or twice daily during a flare-up. Apply to wet skin, leave on for 2–3 minutes, then rinse and pat dry. Follow with a fragrance-free moisturiser within 3 minutes to lock in hydration. Reduce frequency as symptoms settle, or follow your doctor’s advice.

Can I use Pinetarsol Gel on children or during pregnancy?

Pinetarsol Gel is generally considered gentle enough for children with eczema, but always check with your GP, pharmacist or dermatologist first — especially for babies under 2 years, during pregnancy, or when breastfeeding. Use for short courses and stop if irritation develops.

Will Pinetarsol Gel stain my towels or clothes?

Pine tar can leave a light brown tint on white or pale fabrics if not fully rinsed off. Rinse thoroughly after use and pat dry with a dark-coloured or older towel. Stains usually wash out on a hot machine cycle with stain remover.

Is Pinetarsol Gel the same as the bath oil or solution?

They’re all from the Pinetarsol family by Ego Pharmaceuticals but used differently. The Gel cleanses in the shower or bath. The Solution is added to bath water for a full-body soak. The Bath Oil hydrates as it cleanses. The Bar is a solid-soap alternative. Many people use the Gel daily and the Solution or Bath Oil for bigger flare-ups.

Build your itch-relief routine

Pair Pinetarsol Gel with these MediBC-stocked complements for a complete cleanse-soak-moisturise approach.

Sources: healthdirect.gov.au — Eczema, healthdirect.gov.au — Dermatitis, DermNet — Atopic dermatitis.

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