Ingredients:
deodorized mineral spirits, water,
propylene glycol, octylphenoxy-polythoxethanol, mixed fatty acid
soap, fragrance
Uses:
- Removes poison oak and ivy oil, urushiol, that causes rash and
itching
- Tecnu is most effective when used within the first two hours
after exposure or as soon as rash appears
Warnings:
- Keep out of reach of children.
- For external use only.
- Should not be applied to raw or oozing area of skin.
- If redness occurs, discontinue use and consult a
physician.
- Keep out of eyes and other mucous membranes.
Directions:
Before the rash has started:
- Apply Tecnu to exposed unwetted skin within 2-6 hours after
exposure to poisonous plants.
- Rub vigorously for 2 minutes to remove oil and other
contaminants from skin. If hyper-sensitive, wash entire body with
Tecnu.
- Rinse skin clean with cool running water or wipe off with a
cloth. Repeat.
As soon as rash appears:
- Apply Tecnu to affected skin and surrounding areas. For best
results apply to entire body. Rub in for 2 minutes but avoid
breaking the skin.
- Rinse with cool running water to remove Tecnu and poison oils.
If itching persists, reapply Tecnu, then rinse in a very warm
shower (not a bath).
- Towel dry gently
- Repeat as necessary and before retiring.
To clean pets:
- Saturate a cloth with Tecnu and wipe down the pet's coat.
- Follow with pet shampoo and water bath.
- Tecnu can also remove skunk spray from your pet's fur.
To clean clothing:
- Saturate unwetted clothing with Tecnu in a bucket for several
minutes.
- Launder by itself with detergent and hot water.
- Check for color fastness by testing a concealed corner of the
fabric.
To clean tools:
- Wipe down tools with a cloth saturated with Tecnu.
- Wash with soap and water.
To remove sap and pitch:
- Apply Tecnu directly and rub until stain dissolves to clean
pitch, tree sap, road tar, grass stains and other substances from
skin, tools and clothing.
- Wash with soap and water.