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3Neutrogena T/Gel

Neutrogena T/Gel

3Neutrogena T/Gel
3.1

86 reviews

Positive vs Negative
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Causes Irritation ?Yes · No
Value for Money
3.5
Smell
2.6
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86 reviews
Lesley F.
Lesley F.NSW2 posts
 

I don't understand why they changed a formula that was working! Because the product has had the coal tar removed in favour of salicylic acid it agitates flakiness instead of controlling it! Neutrogena will only take notice when the lack of sales of this product become a pressing issue for them. " If it ain't broke, don't fix it" Show details

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Mrs D
Mrs DVIC2 posts
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After trying 4 times, I found that Neutrogena T-Gel turned my ears, eyebrows, and nearby scalp into a snow globe of skin flakes. The itchiness takes a brief vacation for just a day or two before clocking back in. Show details

 Follow-up  · I'm now using Nizoral 2%. Leave it on for around 5-10 minutes, just long enough for it to work its magic, then rinse thoroughly.

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Alayna S.
Alayna S.NSW3 posts
 

The new T/gel with salicylic acid makes my scalp worse. I don't know why the ingredients were changed when the original actually worked. salicylic acid is for acne and can irritate scalp further.. please bring the original recipe back. Show details

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Luciano
Luciano13 posts
 

To think this product has taken over the original Tgel by Nutrogena is an abomination! After using the original product for 15 years I can account for, this newest addition falls down in all areas apart from leaving your hair softer. Itchy scalp returns before long, and gives zero relief to everything you would've bought this for. Ive bought 3… Read more

bottle of the new product and its my last, I had to purchase it 3 times to realise I was kidding myself ...rather the joke was on me!

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Ronaldo
RonaldoWA29 posts
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Original formula is fantastic, but the new formula sold in major retailers is terrible. Show details

 Follow-up  · As I reported previously the new formula T/Gel with Saliicylic Acid is terrible. Thankfully I managed to purchase the old T/Gel formula, now sold under the name MAJOR Thera-Gel Therapeutic Shampoo, which is great.

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Angus
AngusVIC3 posts
 

Bought a twin pack of this because I was running out. It was on sale in Aldi in the central aisles. Got it home and realised it was a new product. The liquid was yellow not brown and not smelling of tar. These reviews should have a separate… Read more

listing since it is a totally new product that Neutrogena have given the same name to.

Neutrogena apparently discontinued the old T/Gel last year.

My scalp started getting itchy within days of using this stuff.

I thought at first that Neutrogena was just selling this stuff through cheaply Aldi because it was a failed product that couldn't be sold elsewhere but on checking the same product is available all over the place.

 Follow-up  · However, I persisted. The new product needs a lot more to generate a good lather across the head and I find it needs to stay on a lot longer. If I leave it on in the shower for a few minutes my scalp doesn't get as itchy. So, it's not as bad as I initially thought but significantly worse than the previous tar version.

Angus
Angus   

Further follow-up. I'm looking for a new solution. My scalp is scaly and itchy.

Jack
Jack9 posts
 

I have been using T-Gel for most of my life, and I am old. The new product is cr^p and they should go out of business. I will have to find another Pine Tar solution because someone from marketing thought it was a good idea to mess with a stellar… Read more

product. Good-bye. Oh, and by the way, I tried to leave this review on your website, but your site didn't allow me to leave a review because I had an ad blocker on. I DO NOT USE AN ADBLOCKER

 Follow-up  · The new ‘formula’ is so different that it is misrepresenting to even call it T-Gel. The old T-Gel was a pine tar solution, a natural substance which has been used as an anti fungal for centuries. The new product is just chemicals. Some 26 year old girl in marketing probably didn’t like the smell, which I and other users have cherished for years. what a bad move for Neutrogena, I will endeavour to never use another Unilever product again.

In-depth reviews

Renee L.
Renee L.VIC3 posts
 

Thank goodness for this product – I felt it necessary to share my experience with T-Gel as it (and the conditioner) have been a blessing for me. I have Hashimoto’s, a thyroid and auto immune condition. Around the same time I was diagnosed with that (a year ago), I developed really bad psoriasis on my scalp. My scalp was flaking excessively, was very itchy, sometimes I had sores… Read more

and, at it’s worst, I could basically peel small sections of my scalp off. My whole scalp was so irritated. Over a six month period, I tried a few different anti dandruff/psoriasis shampoos: a couple of natural options and another medicated one. None of these provided me any improvement at all. They may be great products for others but did not work for me. Two weeks ago I bought T-Gel and my scalp has been getting better with each wash. The peeling and sores have virtually gone and the flaking has reduced a lot. Overall, my scalp feels less irritated. I am so relieved. A few people have commented about the smell and it is unusual however it’s not bad and I don’t care given I am getting relief. So for anyone with symptoms similar to mine who isn’t having any luck with other treatments, please try this product.

Clark
Clark12 posts
 

It really works – I've had flakes in my hair for the past 20 years. I always just thought I had dandruff and used head and shoulders for years but it never did anything. As I got older, it got worse so I went to see a GP. He suggested I use Nizoral and it helped a little but my scalp was still itchy and I could cover myself in white flakes just my rubbing my head.… Read more

I finally saw a dermatologist and she diagnosed me with psoriasis and prescribed me with a special shampoo called Clobex. It helped a lot more but I feel I needed to use it regularly and I finished the whole bottle fairly quickly and the itchy scalp and white flakes returned. I didn't want to pay to see the dermatologist again just to get this prescription shampoo again and stumbled onto Neutrogena T/Gel. I was skeptical but bought a bottle and used it about 3-4 times for 2 weeks and there was a huge difference. My wife said my scalp and hair had never looked so good and there was a noticeable difference. My scalp is no longer itchy and I don't have ANY white flakes falling from my head. This product is truly amazing. It really works and I love it. If you suffer from psoriasis, dandruff, or seborrhec deratitis, you have to at least try this product. It definitely worked for me so I hope this review will help someone else.

Sarah R
Sarah R5 posts
 

Drastically reduced my hair loss!! – So I normally don't write reviews from products but this has to be an exception. I purchased this shampoo and the accompanying conditioner from priceline with the intention of buying my usual head and shoulders - but then I saw this was on sale and I decided to buy it. I was really concerned about my hair and scalp condition, my dandruff was at an… Read more

all time high with huge flakes and my hair loss was really, really alarming. Now after the first use later that night, I absolutely hated it. The smell was putrid - resembling that of moth balls. Which sucks because the bottle claimed it had a pleasant smell..? And my hair loss was quite bad after that shower. But I decided to stick it out and try it again for my next shower two days later and WOW. My hair loss was significantly reduced - by maybe 60%. The next day, my hair was shiny and soft and my dandruff had reduced by 90%.

Tonight, I had my third wash with the shampoo and conditioner, the smell still bothers me BUT wowwww my hair loss has reduced by like 90%! Which is crazy because I don't remember the last time I lost such little hair in the shower.

Anyway, so I would definitely recommend this shampoo. Perhaps not the best smelling shampoo but it definitely works.

Positive reviews

A N.
A N.
 

A winner ..thanks heaps – Put this in my hair,the smell is like monkey vomit and people steer clear of me. Perfect as it's reduced work place interactions by 70%.. Even when my scalp isn't itchy I will continue to use it as its bought so much peace in my life. Show details

remotsucyppahnu
remotsucyppahnu
 

Excellent – My teenage son been using for years. He prefers this to other brands. The $13 bottle lasts 6mths +. It is a nice smell (similar to coal tar), which evaporates as soon as hair is dry. Keeps the grease out of his hair and off his face (no pimples face/forehead). This product is completely SAFE to use and the majority of hair products have… Read more

preservative in them that retards microbial growth, so try not to pay attention to the scare tactics of some people about this product.

Glenis W.
Glenis W.
 

The best for dermatitis on your scalp – This is the best thing I’ve come across. It got rid of all my sons dermatitis on his scalp. It was so bad that now he is free from it cause of this shampoo. I tried so many other products that the dr recommended to me and I gave it to a friend of mine when we didn’t need it anymore. It was for her and her daughter and she couldn’t believe it… Read more

worked as she tried many other things for her and her daihjyer And nothing has stopped the itch or gotten rid of their psoriasis on the scalp. I’m about to purchase this for other son as I’ve noticed some has poped up on his scalp fingers crossed it helps for him also. If I could give more starts for this product I definitely would.

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Negative reviews

Morbo
Morbo27 posts
 

recently they changed the formula from coal tar to salicylic acid. With the old formula I would get dandruff after 4 days. With the new formula I get dandruff after 1 day. Recently on a camping trip I forgot my shampoo and used a soap bar. Took 2 days to get dandruff, twice as long as with a 12 bucks a bottle anti-dandruff shampoo. Shame I cannot use 0 stars.

Greg
Greg
 

Jordan Eisman is to blame! Bring back the benzene! The new product sucks. I've been using T gel for over 20 years. This new one doesn't do what the old one did in anyway shape or form.

Delia B.
Delia B.QLD
 

So disappointed in the new T gel shampoo. I purchased it believing it was the usual tar based product ( box is nearly identical). I felt mislead and deceived. I have used the old tar based version for years. The new version is absolutely rubbish and infact makes my psoriasis flare up. Please do the right thing and return the original tar based product and stop deceiving your customers. Show details

Recent reviews

Neverlost
Neverlost8 posts
 

I have been using the original T/Gel for over 20 years, it worked really well. I don't know why Nutrogena would change the formulation of a product that works, the new version should not be called T/Gel at all, it doesn't have coal tar in it anymore and result, it does not work. I have the worst dandruff in my life after using the first bottle I… Read more

have tried of the new formula with Salicylic Acid, the product does not work anymore. Nutrogena has lost me as a customer for the only product of theirs I have ever bought and I'm going to have to find something else that works. The original formula old stock is trading on Ebay now for $50 a bottle up to $100 or more! Why Nutrogena would get rid of a flagship product like this and have the audacity to name another product the same name when it DOES NOT WORK is beyond me.

Jade
Jade
 

Bad shampoo very bad this changed my hair colour broke all my hair off now I have no hair this should be banned don’t buy I don’t know why this product is still selling it’s terrible don’t buy bad shampoo I’m very depressed and sadden over this I won’t be happy until all my lovely hair I had grows back Show details

Lindsay
LindsayWA
 

Probably one of the worst shampoos I have used for my hair. My hair has not stopped itching and been getting lots off dandruff from it I've now had it since April 8 I also purchased the hair oil which I haven't seen any results from I've how to rewash my hair today with t gel shampoo as my had has been so itchy today. I only washed my hair last night

Lisa
Lisa
 

Not good for blondes – Stained my light blonde hair a horrible yellow so I wouldn't recommend for blondes or grey hair. Can't comment if it works or not cos I had to stop using it after 2 shampoos cos of the staining Show details

Some random
Some random2 posts
 

Garbage, dried my skin out and made it worse – Had mild dandruff so picked this up, it caused eyebrow and beard itching and flaking. Discontinued use and back to normal Show details

Kyla
Kyla
 

Smells like a fresh paved road on my scalp, that can’t be good, seeping into my blood stream – Not only does this stuff smell horrific, but it also has DMDM, which is a leading ingredient to cancer Show details

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Nana
Nana
 

It works!! – I have used T gel as a shampoo. Excellent!! I have eczema/psoriasis all my life. I started using T-Gel for 3 months as a soap to control my dry & ichie skin. Omg!! It working! Not itching! Please make a soap for us. I have had this condition all my life. T gel shampoo as a soap has really helped me! I please contact me via email to discuss. [Email Address Removed] Thank you very much Show details

slenthall
slenthallSA5 posts
 

Love it. Saved my life. Can't live without it – Very mild on very sensitive facial skin, not like other shampoos that cause stinging. Totally controls dandruff. Lovely clean tar smell. Have been using it for 25 years. Show details

zaneta k.
zaneta k.
 

Great for hair loss – Really reduces hair loss for me, amazing as I almost getting bold ! yeah smell is not great but who cares when your hair stays on your head not a brush ! Show details

Suez76
Suez76VIC3 posts
 

The only shampoo that works! – After having dandruff issues for a very long time I found this product and so relieved it’s working. I have tried everything else in the market from cheap to high end products! This stuff works wonders. Show details

Mana
Mana4 posts
 

Psoriasis #1 hair solution – This shampoo saved me almost my whole life, since I discovered it. It does clean through the hair, soothes the itching, and helps to calm down the flare, thanks to this shampoo I was able to live normal life. However, I know that the 'Original formula' that is sold in the US is different from the 'Therapeutic formula' that is sold elsewhere,… Read more

Original is darker and more thick and I think helps me more... Unfortunately now I live in another country and can't find it here.

Jayd Cunningham
Jayd Cunningham9 posts
 

Works to manage slight flare ups – I’ve used this for as long as I can remember for psoriasis on my scalp. Used regularly it does help manage the inflammation for me, however, recently I needed medication to manage a bad flare up. I will still use it when needed as it’s worked for years. It doesn’t smell great so be sure to use a nice normal shampoo and conditioner to counteract that. Show details

Lachlan
LachlanVIC5 posts
 

Easily available and effective – Suffered from severe psoriasis since my teen years, this product works wonders and actually helps tackle psoriasis. While it is rather pricey for a shampoo - $13 as of October 2021, it is readily available from Coles / Woolworths and does the job! Ignore the cheaper, Redwin Coal Tar Fragrance next to it on the shelf. While that one is 1/3 of the price ($4), it contains zero coal tar, compared to T/Gel which has 0.5% w/v coal tar. Show details

Kaz
KazNSW3 posts
 

It’s was ok but I needed to use it for at least a month – Smell is not pleasant and it dries your scalp but in saying that I have used every shampoo on the market and it one is the best one out there for me Show details

Catherine
Catherine
 

Grey / Blonde hair turned ory – My blonde and grey hair turned orange after one use and it dud not wash out as of one week . I am at my colorist right now getting help. What a surprise  Show details

Charlene C.
Charlene C.2 posts
 

By far the most amazing product for psoriasis – After having psoriasis my whole life, constantly using product after product, prescriptions such as Selsun, Nizoral, Head and shoulders, Bondi Boost, scalp drops etc in which none of these have ever worked for me other then just burned my scalp and just felt like wasted time, money and dried my hair out. This BY FAR is the best product I have ever… Read more

used. After only less then 10 washes my psoriasis is GONE. Despite the smell (which is bad) my hair feels so much more healthier and cleaner, I’ve had compliments about my hair since using this product. I highly recommend to anyone struggling to stop the white flakes and itchy scalp to give this product a try. My hair felt 50% improved after the first 1-2washes. Recommend washing every 2-3nights for the best results. Couldn’t be happier as this has always been a big insecurity for me.

Laura C.
Laura C.NSW2 posts
 

Amazing Product! – I bought this for my partner who has had a dry flaky scalp since before we met (over 2 years) and after only ONE wash, I'd say 95% (if not more) of the flaky skin was gone! Absolutely amazing results! I'll see how it goes long term but short term, I am absolutely wowed! He's been using head and shoulders for a long time which I've heard just aids… Read more

in irritating the scalp so he'll definitely never use that again after discovering T-Gel! It's pretty pricey, but so worth it if it keeps the dry skin away.

Kurisutaru E.
Kurisutaru E.VIC3 posts
 

Does the job – Decided to use this shampoo for psoriasis on my scalp as my prescribed shampoo cannot be used more than one month. This helps with the itching and removing flakes from the scalp. Although I still get a little flaking and itching. It doesn't smell great (smokey/petrol smell). The good thing is I can't smell it after conditioning with a natural conditioner. This can be drying, so make sure you have a good conditioner. Show details

Mlg
MlgSA4 posts
 

works ok – aids in control of psoriasis of the scalp but doesn't get it under control. If used regularly it does help somewhat. The only thing is it has a terrible smell. Show details

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