Numbing creams have long been used in tattoo studios and medical spas for treatments including permanent makeup, microneedling, fillers, waxing and piercings to make procedures less painful and scary for clients by numbing the area to be treated.
Compounding pharmacies often create BLT cream formulations which are stronger than standard over-the-counter topical anesthetics, yet remain odor-free and lightweight on the skin. Their full effect typically takes 20-25 minutes and lasts up to 3 hours.
1. Zensa Numbing Cream
Zensa is FDA and Health Canada approved, and contains 5% lidocaine to desensitize skin before painful procedures such as tattooing, permanent makeup application, microblading, laser hair removal, or injections. The cream’s unique formulation guarantees maximum results by penetrating deeper into skin layers where it works best; while also offering soothing ingredients like Vitamin E to moisturize the skin post treatment and reduce post treatment itching for fast healing results.
Before using this numbing cream, ensure the area has been cleansed properly with an alcohol wipe to aid in quickening absorption and achieve the maximum level of numbness. Next, apply a thick layer of product on the affected area without rubbing as this may dilute it further and allow 30-40 minutes for tattoos or hair removal and 10-15 for cosmetic procedures and injections respectively to set.
Once an anesthetic takes effect, its duration usually lasts 2-3 hours so you can safely undergo your tattoo, PMU procedure (microblading and lip blushing), laser hair removal, microneedling or waxing without feeling any pain. Multiple applications of anesthetic may extend its numbing effect further making this option popular with artists and clients alike.
Alera is an established skin care company known for producing quality products and ethical production processes, including their numbing cream that’s free from harmful ingredients like parabens, phthalates and dyes. Their vasoconstrictors-free product can allow the skin to breathe during treatment; making this perfect for sensitive areas like lips or eyes that need airflow during treatments. Plus it’s hypoallergenic as well!
2. Dr. Numb Cream
Numb cream, made up of lidocaine, is a topical medication designed to block nerve signals in the skin and is widely used for both medical and cosmetic procedures. It helps relieve sunburn pain, insect bites, shingles symptoms, minor cuts/scrapes/burns as well as any associated itching/comfort related to hemorrhoids or even prepare the skin before some minor medical procedures. Lidocaine topical may even help prepare patients’ bodies before certain medical procedures by blocking nerve signals in advance of certain procedures or minor medical procedures that require nerve blocking technology such as radiofrequency waves in advance to prepare patients before receiving medical treatment or cosmetic services from professionals.
Dr. Numb Cream stands out from other numbing creams by using high-grade ingredients that provide fast and effective results, without long-term side effects when applied correctly. Furthermore, its water-based formula doesn’t leave your skin feeling oily!
Prior to beginning their treatment, clients should cleanse the area they will be treating with soap and water and pat it dry before wearing gloves and applying generous amounts of cream directly on it. After applying it, clients should cover their area with plastic wrap to activate its chemicals.
As soon as it’s time for the procedure, clients should remove their plastic wrap and allow the technician to begin. Numbing cream must remain on the skin for at least two hours in order for its full effect to take place; during this period of time, clients should avoid touching or scratching areas that have been covered in it as this could cause it to wear off too quickly and cause unnecessary pain.
3. Ebanel Numb520
Numb 520 is an instantaneous topical analgesia cream designed to work quickly – in as little as thirty minutes or less. Containing 5% lidocaine, the FDA-approved maximum level allowed in over-the-counter treatments, this fast-acting numbing cream is great for tattoo sessions, piercings or any other procedure requiring significant skin numbing. Perfect for sensitive skin types due to no oiliness and no smell, Numb 520 also boasts antiseptic and wound-healing properties to keep their skin clean during procedures thereby preventing infection during procedures.
Apply the cream with gentle circular strokes, massaging it deeply into the skin to maximize absorption. Cover it with plastic wrap for best results and maximum absorption – this treatment is popular among artists as it quickly works without leaving greasy residues behind, while being hypoallergenic, which reduces chances of an allergic reaction.
After applying, the cream should begin taking effect within 15 minutes and reach its maximum effectiveness after 45 minutes, remaining effective for up to two hours afterwards. When this protective effect wears off, pain and sensations may reemerge for around five minutes until new protection takes place.
Note that results of numbing cream will vary from person to person, making it necessary for you to experiment with several creams until finding one suitable to your individual needs.
Before applying numbing cream to a client’s skin, ensure the area has been cleansed with soap and water to rid any dirt or oils so the cream works more effectively. Once applied, use sanitizing wipes to wipe away excess cream so the artist can begin their work without worry that the numbing will wear off before their session is complete.
4. Numb Master
Numb Master offers you one hour of soothing relief. Its potent formula contains 5% lidocaine concentration – the maximum allowed without a valid prescription – as well as penetration enhancers to allow it to penetrate the skin more quickly, working quicker than some competing products.
This product is perfect for anyone who plans on getting a tattoo, new eyebrows or bikini wax. It is non-greasy and leaves no sticky residue behind when working with it; furthermore it is hypoallergenic and vegan-friendly making it suitable for all skin types.
Numbing cream works by blocking high-voltage sodium ion channels in nerves that send pain signals, using API to bind with these receptors and block any messages to the brain from sending to indicate there’s a needle present – thus decreasing or even eliminating discomfort.
Numb Master stands out from its competition because of its natural ingredients, such as aloe vera and lecithin, that help soothe irritation while making its application more comfortable. Furthermore, as it’s water-based it is easier to apply than oil-based creams without leaving behind any greasy residue behind.
Numb Master provides not only temporary numbing relief, but it also contains vitamin E and lecithin to nourish and speed recovery from procedures like microneedling. This is especially useful after microneedling where skin may become red and itchy following treatments; its 5g tube provides enough for two applications at one time; larger (30g) containers offer twice the dosages.
5. Medinumb
Medinumb is a fast-acting numbing cream designed to provide relief up to three hours post procedure, making it the ideal solution for numerous skin treatments. The high concentration of Lidocaine combined with an absorption enhancer ensures maximum penetration into the skin; its natural ingredients, such as aloe vera and vitamin E soothe the skin as it soothes. As it contains no oils or scents, Medinumb makes for ideal choice when dealing with delicate facial skin, while remaining non-oily and odor free!
This numbing cream is an effective solution for various procedures, including tattooing, permanent makeup and microneedling. The powerful formula works to block nerve signals to the brain and make any painful procedure virtually pain-free. Available over-the-counter for easy application before any treatment session begins; for optimal results it should be applied thickly then covered in plastic wrap to maximize its effects.
Tattoo artists know that treating facial designs accurately and precisely requires extra-care when treating this area of skin. Any movement could easily ruin its overall effect; that is why this numbing cream for tattoo artists has become so popular; it can be applied as needed and provides up to an hour-long lasting effects after application.
The numbing cream has been specially designed to work quickly on skin, and an absorption enhancer ensures it works quickly so the procedure can start as soon as its effects kick in. While one application might work on an entire area, splitting treatment sessions into several smaller sessions is recommended to maximize efficiency while decreasing side effects and waste of cream.
