Two products. One system. Each one designed around the other.
Nopsor Body Wash & Shampoo
Applied in the shower, the Body Wash & Shampoo uses salicylic acid to lift and loosen built-up scale — clearing the surface barrier so active ingredients can reach the skin beneath.
The coal tar concentration in the Shampoo is slightly higher than in the Ointment, because rinse-off contact time is shorter. It starts working immediately, even during the brief window before rinsing.
Leave on 2–3 minutes. Repeat twice. Use lukewarm water.
Nopsor Ointment
Applied after drying, the Ointment uses a petrolatum base to hold coal tar, salicylic acid, and the 8-herb blend in direct contact with skin for 7–8 hours overnight.
The coal tar concentration in the Ointment is lower than in the Shampoo — because it doesn't need to be higher. Sustained overnight contact time does what higher concentration cannot.
Apply a thin layer to affected areas. Leave on overnight.
Two FDA OTC-approved actives. Eight traditional herbs.
Coal Tar
Coal tar slows the abnormally rapid rate of skin cell production that causes psoriasis plaques to form. It also helps relieve itching, scaling, and redness.
Present in both the Body Wash & Shampoo and the Ointment at concentrations suited to each delivery format.
FDA OTC Monograph M032 — 21 CFR Part 358, Subpart H. Approved at 0.5–5% for psoriasis.
Salicylic Acid
A keratolytic agent that breaks down the bonds holding dead skin cells together, allowing built-up scale to shed. Clears the surface barrier so coal tar can penetrate more effectively.
Used in both products within the concentration range established by the FDA OTC monograph for psoriasis.
Listed as an inactive ingredient. Functions as a keratolytic — helps lift and loosen built-up scale to improve penetration of the coal tar active ingredient.
Proprietary 8-Herb Blend
Not active drug ingredients under FDA OTC monograph. Traditional use claims are not intended to imply clinical efficacy.
Yes, Nopsor has a distinctive smell. Here's how to think about it.
Coal tar has a strong, medicinal odor. It doesn't fully clear by morning — most people notice it on their skin and bedding for the first few nights. We won't tell you it fades quickly, because it doesn't. What happens instead is that you adapt to it — faster than you expect.
The smell is inseparable from what makes coal tar effective. Products that have eliminated the odor through heavy processing have typically reduced the active compounds responsible for it. Nopsor preserves the full-strength formula — and the smell that comes with it.
Los humanos nos acostumbramos a todo, menos a no comer. Humans can get used to anything — except going without food.
— José Luis Aguilar Sánchez, founder of Nopsor, on the smell
Apply at night — the most intense smell is while you sleep
Designate old sleepwear — contains the smell to specific clothes
Ventilate slightly — a cracked window helps the first few nights
Most people quit too early. Here's what the timeline actually looks like.
The middle weeks — weeks 2 through 5 — are where most people give up. Skin may look the same, or temporarily worse. This is normal. Understanding the full arc before you start is the most important thing you can do.
Skin activation
The formula begins working beneath the surface. Visible change typically lags behind what's happening at the skin-cell level — this is normal and expected.
Scale removal
Salicylic acid works to loosen and lift built-up scale. Some people notice texture changes before they notice visual changes — skin may feel different before it looks different.
Cellular slowdown
Coal tar continues working to slow the abnormally rapid skin cell production behind plaque buildup. Redness may persist after scaling reduces — this is part of the process.
Visible improvement
With consistent nightly use, many people report calmer, smoother-looking skin. Faint pink or light-brown marks where plaques were are normal and fade over time.
About weeks 2–5
This is where most people stop. The skin may look unchanged or temporarily worse as dead skin sheds faster. This is not a sign the product isn't working — it's a sign it is. Keep going. The improvement that follows this phase is typically the most significant.
Individual results vary. This timeline reflects general patterns, not a guarantee of results for any individual. See what each stage actually looks like →
Before you buy.
Is this the right product for me?
The Treatment Set is the right starting point for most people with psoriasis on the body, scalp, or both — especially if symptoms are moderate to severe. For mild scalp psoriasis only, the Body Wash & Shampoo alone may be sufficient. Not sure? Use our routine finder to get a specific recommendation.
How long does one set last?
With nightly use on moderate affected areas, most users report the Body Wash & Shampoo lasting 4–6 weeks and the Ointment lasting 6–8 weeks. Results vary based on the size of affected areas and how much product you apply per session.
Do I need to use both products every night?
For active psoriasis, yes — both products every night produces the most consistent results. The Shampoo prepares the skin, the Ointment treats it overnight. Using only one reduces the system's effectiveness. For maintenance after remission, the Shampoo alone 3 times per week is often sufficient.
What if it doesn't work for me?
We offer a 40-day money-back guarantee on purchases made directly at nopsor-usa.com. If you're not satisfied with your results after consistent use, contact us at info@nopsor-usa.com within 40 days of receiving your order. Individual results vary — see full terms for details.
Is Nopsor safe to use if I take other medications?
If you are using prescription psoriasis treatments, biologics, or immunosuppressants, consult your doctor before adding any OTC product. Nopsor uses FDA OTC-approved active ingredients and does not interact with most topical medications, but your doctor should confirm what's right for your specific situation.
Can I use Nopsor on children?
Do not use on a child under 12 years of age unless directed by a doctor.
Every order ships from Texas.
Processing Time
Orders are processed within 1–2 business days, Monday through Friday.
Delivery Time
Standard shipping: 3–5 business days after processing. You'll receive a tracking number by email once your order ships.
Coverage
We ship throughout the contiguous United States (continental US). Puerto Rico, Alaska, and Hawaii are not currently available for standard shipping.
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