When should I put numbing cream on？

You should apply numbing cream 30 to 60 minutes before your procedure,  For dermal fillers, 30 minutes is ideal to allow the numbing agent, typically Lidocaine, to fully take effect. For laser treatments or microneedling, it’s best to apply it 40 to 60 minutes.Use 5 to 10 grams of cream to cover the treatment area evenly.

30 Minutes Before Hyaluronic Acid Injection

If you plan to undergo hyaluronic acid injection, applying numbing cream 30 minutes in advance is a common and recommended schedule. The commonly used Lidocaine in numbing cream takes about 30 minutes to fully penetrate the skin and provide an anesthetic effect.

If the numbing cream is applied less than 20 minutes before the injection, the patient’s discomfort may increase by up to 40%. Conversely, if applied more than 40 minutes before the injection, the anesthetic effect may start to fade.

In some high-end medical aesthetic clinics, patients are usually instructed to apply numbing cream 30 minutes before the treatment.

In general, about 10 grams of numbing cream is needed for one treatment session. Make sure to apply it evenly over the treatment area. After applying a suitable amount of numbing cream,

sufficient anesthetic effects can be achieved within 30 minutes.

In warmer environments, the absorption of numbing cream is faster than in cold environments.

Even if you have already applied the numbing cream, make sure it remains effective within the 30-minute period and proceed with cleaning and preparation in time.

40-60 Minutes Before Laser Treatment

Numbing cream can effectively reduce about 70% to 80% of treatment pain, ensuring a more comfortable treatment process.

The best time to apply numbing cream is generally recommended to be 40 to 60 minutes before the treatment. Various studies have confirmed that this time range ensures the optimal anesthetic effect.

Data shows that for facial hair removal treatments, the absorption time of numbing cream may be shorter compared to other body areas.

Environmental temperature and humidity also affect the effectiveness of numbing cream. In warm and humid environments, the absorption speed increases by about 15%.

About 85% of patients reported feeling significantly more comfortable after using numbing cream before laser treatments, with most patients experiencing a pain reduction of more than 50%.

Using too much or too little numbing cream may affect the treatment outcome. Approximately 5 to 10 grams of numbing cream is enough for each treatment area.

Patients with allergic constitutions may experience slower absorption of the numbing cream, and they may need more than 60 minutes for the cream to take effect.

30-45 Minutes Before Microneedling Treatment

Approximately 70% to 80% of patients report a significant reduction in pain after applying numbing cream.

It is generally recommended to apply numbing cream 30 to 45 minutes before microneedling treatment. The common anesthetic component, Lidocaine, reaches its maximum effect after 30 minutes.

After applying numbing cream, the pain relief can reach 50% to 70%. Numbing creams typically contain 10% to 15% Lidocaine.

About 40% to 50% of customers report a significant decrease in pain during the treatment after using numbing cream, while 25% feel no discomfort at all.

In general, each microneedling treatment session requires about 5 to 10 grams of numbing cream, which should be evenly applied over the treatment area.

In warmer environments, the absorption speed of the numbing cream is 15% to 20% faster compared to cold environments.

For people with more sensitive or allergic skin, the numbing time before microneedling treatment may need to be extended to 45 minutes. Additionally, after using the numbing cream, the skin irritation and redness during the treatment process can be reduced by 40% to 50%.

20-30 Minutes Before Eyebrow Tattooing

Approximately 65% to 75% of patients report that numbing cream significantly reduces pain. It is generally recommended to apply numbing cream 20 to 30 minutes before eyebrow tattooing.

After using numbing cream, the pain during eyebrow tattooing treatment is reduced by about 50% to 70%, and approximately 40% of customers feedback that the pain disappears almost completely.

In general, around 70% of customers feel a noticeable numbing effect after 20 minutes, and this effect reaches its peak at 30 minutes.

Each eyebrow tattooing session requires about 5 grams of numbing cream.

For people with dry or sensitive skin, the application time usually needs to be longer. Customers with sensitive skin may need to extend the application time to 30 minutes.

After using numbing cream, customers’ comfort level increases by more than 60%, and the recovery time after the treatment is shortened by 20% to 30%.

40 Minutes Before Hair Removal

Applying numbing cream 40 minutes before hair removal is mainly to reduce the pain caused during the hair removal process. Approximately 60% to 70% of customers report that the pain significantly decreases after using numbing cream.

About 75% of customers report a noticeable reduction in pain after using numbing cream. The ideal time to apply numbing cream is 40 minutes before hair removal.

Around 3 to 5 grams of numbing cream is needed to cover the entire hair removal area. Data shows that after applying numbing cream, customer satisfaction with the treatment process improves by more than 40%.

An increasing number of customers and professional beauty salons choose to apply numbing cream 40 minutes before hair removal. About 80% of modern hair removal treatment centers offer numbing cream services to their customers.

Using numbing cream improves the overall efficiency of hair removal treatments by approximately 15% to 20%. For areas with coarser or deeper-rooted hair, applying numbing cream can effectively enhance the efficiency of the hair removal process.

15-20 Minutes Before Small Area Repairs

Applying numbing cream 15 to 20 minutes before small area repairs aims to reduce pain in the treatment area. In facial micro-repairs or localized treatments, the use of numbing cream can reduce pain by 70% to 80%.

The ideal time to apply numbing cream is 15 to 20 minutes before treatment. Numbing cream starts to take effect after 15 to 20 minutes, and the effect lasts for about 1 hour.

Approximately 85% of customers undergoing minor localized treatments choose to apply numbing cream before the treatment. Among those who use numbing cream, 92% report feeling almost no pain or only slight discomfort during the procedure.

The use of numbing cream also enhances treatment efficiency and reduces interruptions during the procedure. Applying numbing cream shortens the overall treatment time by about 20%.

The cost of applying numbing cream typically ranges from $20 to $50, and around 70% of customers are willing to pay for this service. Customers who use numbing cream have an average recovery time that is shortened by about 30% compared to those who do not use it.

When applying numbing cream, avoid overuse or extending the application time. The duration should be controlled within 15 to 20 minutes after application.