POISON IVY CLEANER, TECNU, oak-n-ivy, 4oz bottle - Contact with irritants from poison ivy, oak, and sumac can turn into itchy problems. Use Tecnu Original Outdoor Skin Cleanser, a poison ivy wash after you have been outdoors to remove the rash-causing oil, called urushiol (oo-roo-she-all), from poison ivy, oak, and sumac. Directions: Before the rash has started: Apply Tecnu to exposed unwetted skin within 8 hours after exposure to poisonous plants. Rub vigorously for 2 minutes to remove oil and other contaminants from the skin. If hyper-sensitive, wash the entire body with Tecnu. Rinse skin clean with cool running water or wipe off with a cloth. Repeat. As soon as a rash appears: Apply Tecnu to the affected skin and surrounding areas. For best results apply to the 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 the stain dissolves to clean pitch, tree sap, road tar, grass stains, and other substances from skin, tools, and clothing. Wash with soap and water. Warnings: Keep out of reach of children. For external use only. Should not be applied to the raw or oozing areas of skin. If redness occurs, discontinue use and consult a physician. Keep out of eyes and other mucous membranes.
