Prices in Iraq move fast, and Dermedic — the Polish dermocosmetic line that has become a staple in Baghdad, Erbil and Basra pharmacies — just had one of its busiest weeks. Between October 12 and October 19, 2026, we tracked listings across Iraqi online stores and found five products with clear price drops. Two of them fell by nearly half, which is unusual for a brand that normally holds its value well.
Here is what actually changed this week, and where the real savings are hiding.
1. The biggest drop of the week: down 45%
DERMEDIC Ultra‑Hydrating Body Butter - 225ml lost 10,125 IQD from its previous price and now sits at 12,375 IQD, the lowest we have recorded for the 225ml jar. Five stores currently carry it, but listings stretch all the way to 25,500 IQD, a spread of 106%. In plain terms, the same jar can cost you double depending on which store you open first. The formula itself is a body butter and oil hybrid built on thermal water, hyaluronic acid, sweet almond oil, glycerin, phytosqualane and antioxidants, aimed at dry and very dry skin. With Iraqi winters approaching and indoor heating drying skin out, this is a sensible buy at this price.
2. Antiperspirant roll-on: down 44%
DERMEDIC Antipersp R Roll‑On Antiperspirant 1+1 Free - 60g dropped 9,450 IQD, bringing the best price to 12,150 IQD. Only three stores list it, and the range runs from 12,150 to 27,000 IQD — a spread of 122%, the widest of any product in this week's roundup. Keep in mind that the offer is 1+1 free, so you are effectively getting two 60g roll-ons. It is hypoallergenic and designed for normal to dry, sensitive skin, with 48-hour protection that reduces sweat and neutralises odour-causing bacteria. If you were waiting to restock, this is the week.
3. Normacne cleansing gel: down 14%
DERMEDIC Normacne Antibacterial cleansing gel - 200ml fell 1,950 IQD to a best price of 11,550 IQD. Three stores carry it, with prices ranging from 11,550 to 17,500 IQD, a 51.5% spread. This is a specialised facial cleanser for oily, acne-prone and combination skin, and at 200ml it lasts a long time, which makes the drop per use fairly small but still worth grabbing.
4. Melumin cleansing foam: down 14%
DERMEDIC MELUMIN Gentle cleansing foam - 170ml is now 2,210 IQD cheaper, with a best price of 13,090 IQD across three stores. The range goes up to 18,750 IQD — a 43.2% spread. It is a soap-free daily foam made for hyperpigmentation-prone skin, gentle enough to remove makeup and excess oil without stripping the skin barrier. If you use it daily, a 2,210 IQD saving covers a decent chunk of your next pharmacy run.
5. Pore minimising serum: down 14%
DERMEDIC Normacne Preventi Pore Minimizing Serum - 30ml dropped 3,640 IQD, the largest cash saving among the 14% group, landing at 21,560 IQD. Only two stores list it, and the range is a tight 21,560 to 22,500 IQD, a spread of just 4.4%. The formula targets oily and combination skin with enlarged pores, regulating sebum and exfoliating dead cells. Because the spread is so small, there is no real advantage in hunting across many shops — just buy from whichever of the two is more convenient, as long as the price is close to 21,560 IQD.
How to shop these drops smartly First, always check the spread before you buy. A 106% or 122% spread means the difference between two listings is more than the product's own price, so spending five extra minutes comparing is worth real money. Second, confirm the store ships to your governorate and check delivery fees, because a cheap price plus high shipping can end up costing more than a local pharmacy. Third, verify the expiry date on body butters and cleansing foams, especially when a discount looks unusually deep. Fourth, remember that drops of 14% are modest; if a product you already use falls by that much, it is a fair time to restock, but it is not an emergency.
The two headline deals this week are clearly the body butter and the antiperspirant. Both fell by more than 45%, both are practical everyday items for the coming colder months, and both have wide price gaps between stores — meaning the savings are real if you compare before you click.
Prices were checked during the week of October 12–19, 2026 and may change without notice. Availability is limited to the stores listed at the time of writing.