FAQ – Nixoderm Ointment

 

• When to use the ointment? Before or after apply moisturizer?
  • There are 2 ways, depending on your skin condition.
    1. Apply a thin layer of the ointment on the affected area after moisturizer
    2. Apply directly onto the affected area before moisturizer.

 

• How to use the Nixoderm Ointment correctly?
  • Apply a thin layer of the ointment on the affected area twice daily. This treatment should be followed for 7 days then discontinue for 3 days and resume for further seven days. Continue this pattern of treatment until the condition has cleared up.

 

• What are the active ingredients and the functions?
  1. Benzoic Acid : Provides anti-fungal properties
  2. Salicylic Acid : A keratolytic agent which treats acne
  3. Precipitated sulphur : Mild anti-septic, anti-fungal and parasiticidal agent

 

• How much of Nixoderm Ointment  should I apply?
  • Apply only a thin layer of the ointment. The amount apply should be good enough to cover the affected area.

 

• Can Nixoderm Ointment being use on any type of acne?
  • The ointment is suitable for moderate to less severe acne type.

 

• If I have sensitive skin, can I use Nixoderm Ointment?
  • Yes, you can by applying a thin layer of petroleum jelly over the affected area before applying the Nixoderm Ointment.

 

• My skin is burning when I used the ointment. Why is that?
  • It is normal to feel that way as the ointment is actually reacting to the respected skin problem.

 

• What is the function of the Ointment?
  • The ointment is specially formulated to treat pimple, blackhead, itchiness, rashes and ringworm of the skin and scalp.

 

• How should I wash it off?
  • Cleanser is required to totally remove it from the skin.

 

• How to use it to treat blackhead?
  • Apply only a thin layer of the ointment on the affected area overnight and wash it off the next day by using cleanser.

 

• Is it suitable for all skin types?
  • Suitable for acne-prone skin.

 

• Can I used it on my whole face?
  • Apply the ointment on the affected areas only. Avoid using it on your whole face.

 

• Why Nixoderm ointment has a distinctive smell ?
  • The smell is from the active ingredient, namely Precipitated sulphur.