Nixoderm: acne blemish spot cream
Wednesday, 17 December 2008
Some of you probably remember seeing this on your mum’s dressing table. Or you may have even used it before and have known it by its Malay name Pek Baru or Chinese name Pai Ya Gao. Well, for those who haven’t come across Nixoderm, this is a topical medication for pimples, blackhead, itching, rashes and even ringworm. It is a very effective acne blemish product, at least according to my experience. However, this product can cause irritation and even burning for those with sensitive skin as its active ingredients include 6% Benzoic Acid, 2.5% Salicylic Acid and 4.6% Precipitated Sulphur.
Helping to get rid of acne blemishes and scarrings
I remember using it extensively as a teenager and young adult for my pimples and in fact, any sort of skin ailments. It was very effective in helping me get rid of those annoying acne blemishes and scars and to a large extent, I believe it helped me get rid of my vagina sebaceous cyst too. However, that was the old formulation. The newer formulation seems to be less effective. Or perhaps my skin has become resistant to the ingredients over time?
Comes in the form of a white thick putty
In addition to the said ingredients, Nixoderm apparently also contains Titanium Dioxide and Methanol among others. It goes on the skin as a thick putty and what you get is an immediate tingling sensation. Being a topical medication, don’t expect this product to smell good.
The cream should not be used continuously after 7 days
You should only apply this cream on your problem spots and NOT the entire face. In addition, you’ll need to adhere to the instructions which states use it should be “used continuously for 7 days before stopping for 3 days and continue using it for 7 days.” Otherwise, you may experience flaking and peeling and in the worst scenario, your skin may even be burnt. Based on my past experience using this cream, I could get rid of my pimples and even the blemishes in a couple of days.
Cheap and readily available at local pharmacies
I picked this up while shopping for my Epsom Salt at Guardian Pharmacy as I am really getting fed up with the lack of improvement in my cheek acne. Maybe this cream will help to perform some miracles and get rid of the scarring quickly and permanently. *fingers crossed* I’ve used it for two nights in a roll now and there is some slight improvement. And a smaller pimple which had popped out is definitely drying up after I started applying this cream on the spot. Anyway the small container only cost S$2.60 and it can last me quite awhile!
Manufactured in Malaysia
I believe Nixoderm is only available in certain parts of Asia as this product is manufactured by Royce Pharma Manufacturing Sdn Bhd in Malaysia.
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December 17th, 2008 at 1:47 pm
i have seen and tried this before. i have a friend who swears by it, but sadly, it just does not work for me. my pimple became a scar mark
prettybeautiful: You could be sensitive to the sulphur content. I know some pple can’t take that and their skin burnt immediately upon applying this cream. And to which I have to be thankful that I really have pretty thick skin.
December 17th, 2008 at 6:31 pm
Wah this cream…….My mum’s generation.Full of memories of this cream….:)
Florence: Yeah, from so long ago and still around…
December 18th, 2008 at 6:27 am
any good for blackheads?
Elleve: I’ve never tried it for blackheads. It feels quite emollient so I really can’t imagine it can help that much with getting rid of blackheads.
December 18th, 2008 at 7:52 am
I haven’t tried this one out, but I did tried the Ly-Na Pearl Face Cream where everybody was raving about. It made me break out like crazy! First I thought it was because I used thick layers. After I broke out and it was all alright again I tried another time, but that time only thin layers (everyone was saying a thick layer can clogs your pores so I thought that’s why I broke out like crazy) . I still got pimples everywhere! Now I’m sort of afraid to use those ‘promising’ products. Although I’m still looking for a product that works wonders for my skin (acne level wise).
SimpleMe: Your skin must have been allergic to the ingredients. One thing about using product is we need to go by trial and error. What works for me for example may not work for others.
December 18th, 2008 at 8:25 am
ooo, ya my family swears by it. However, I do agree that it seems like the current formula isn’t as effective as the old one. It seems like the old one took effect faster. It could be that since I hardly have pimples and once one comes, its pretty stubborn.
Yanley: Yup, I remember the old formulation used to dry my pimples overnight and let it heal really quickly. The new one isn’t that great and that’s why I laid off using these until now I’m trying again.
December 18th, 2008 at 8:42 am
I can remember the smell when I am reading your post..and of course the burning sensation…
Reese: The smell is a bit unbearable…
December 19th, 2008 at 3:29 am
my bro uses it! Lol…. He’ll use it for a few days, until it’s not inflammed, then he’ll switch to the tea tree oil solution i made. Haha. The smell… really… wow…
December 19th, 2008 at 11:00 am
is thr burning sensation a good thing? it happened when i applied it on my pimple which burnt immediately and the next day it turned into yellow bump with pust in it.
troubledGal: If the burning isn’t too bad and doesn’t leave a mark, it is fine. But if it burns and leave your skin red, better stop using.
December 19th, 2008 at 11:50 pm
oh my~ i had been using this on my scars for years but not knowing it cures pimples too… bought so many products with higher price tag… this is a very good and helpful info, thanks a lot!!!
akiki: You’re welcome!
December 21st, 2008 at 12:49 pm
It doesn’t work on me that well, amybe it is because of the new formulation. However, i must admit it is darn cheap! It is even cheaper in Malaysia compared to Singapore!
Cyndi: Ya, the new formulation is not as effective. It still works for me, but slower. Cheaper cos manufacturered there.
January 2nd, 2009 at 4:18 pm
“Pek Baru” is Malay for “New Pack”. The name is Nixoderm Malay or English.
July 4th, 2009 at 8:03 pm
i have Nikoderm at home and use it for acne on my face. luckly enough i don’t get bad acne a few here and tehre but not bad. but on my back i have a bit of a acne problem. i want to try use nikoderm on my back but i’m not shore if it will work.
sesame Reply:
July 5th, 2009 at 4:18 pm
The new formulation isn’t that great anymore.
July 27th, 2009 at 1:32 pm
Be careful with this, I tried it once on my pimples and ended up having a huge crusty burn mark on the sides of my nose. Thank God it went away after a while of applying Vitamin E oil
Using this too often may cause some burns I reckon as the ingredients are quite potent. And the key is moderation, never leave the balm to sit on your acne/spot, try to rub it in as much as u can.
August 19th, 2009 at 4:09 pm
how much per 1 pack? pls tell me.. need to use it now i have blackhead.
August 19th, 2009 at 4:11 pm
pls tell me about price.. thank alot.
October 6th, 2009 at 3:47 am
Hmmm…sounds like a great, cheap product to use for my stubborn cheek acne. Since I have dry cheeks can I apply a moisturizer over nixoderm?
sesame Reply:
October 6th, 2009 at 8:38 am
Hi Rennie: Yes, it’s cheap but it will probably help if your pimple/acne is small. You should not apply anything more over nixoderm. And to be effective, don’t apply anything under too except maybe toner if you use that.
In addition, please note that you should not use this for over a week…
October 8th, 2009 at 9:42 am
Thanks Sesame for the tip. I actually got the product two days ago and have started to try it out. The results were satisfactory but I have a hard time getting the product off in the morning and its running consistency stains everything to touch. Is there an effective way to rinse off nixoderm?
sesame Reply:
October 8th, 2009 at 10:57 am
Try using a wet cotton pad and take it off first before you cleanse your face. That might help.