Your Comfort Comes First
At Mountcastle Medical Spa & Laser Center, patient comfort is a top priority. For many aesthetic treatments, we recommend a prescription-strength compounded topical numbing cream to help minimize discomfort and allow for a smoother, more comfortable treatment experience.
Topical numbing cream works by temporarily blocking nerve signals in the skin, reducing sensitivity in the treatment area. When used correctly, it can significantly improve comfort without affecting your results.
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What Is in Topical Numbing Cream?
Most compounded numbing creams contain a combination of local anesthetics such as lidocaine, tetracaine, or benzocaine. These ingredients work together to numb the surface layers of the skin.
For general medical information about lidocaine, you may visit:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lidocaine
Who Should NOT Use Numbing Cream
Do not apply numbing cream if any of the following apply:
- Broken, irritated, infected, or sunburned skin
- Open wounds, rashes, or sores
- Mucous membranes (inside the mouth, nose, or eyes)
- Known allergy to lidocaine, benzocaine, tetracaine, or related anesthetics
If you are unsure whether numbing cream is safe for you, please contact our office before your appointment.
How Much Numbing Cream Should I Apply?
Apply a thin, even layer to fully cover the treatment area. Do not apply a thick paste. Using more cream does not improve numbing and may increase the risk of side effects.
Approximate guidelines (measured in grams):
- Full face: 2–3 grams
- Cheeks only: 1–1.5 grams
- Lips: 0.25–0.5 grams
- Under eyes: 0.5 grams
- Neck: 2 grams
If you are unsure how much to apply, please call or text our office for guidance.
How to Apply Numbing Cream Properly
- Gently cleanse the treatment area and pat dry
- Apply a thin, even layer of numbing cream
- Do not rub aggressively into the skin
- Wash your hands thoroughly after application
- Leave the cream on for the amount of time instructed by your provider
- Do not apply heat or cover the area unless specifically instructed
Do not exceed recommended application times unless directed by your provider.
Important Safety Reminders
- Use numbing cream only as prescribed
- Do not apply more frequently than instructed
- Do not apply to large areas unless approved by your provider
- Keep numbing cream out of reach of children
If you experience redness, itching, burning, dizziness, or any unusual symptoms, remove the cream and contact our office immediately.
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Your comfort, safety, and results matter to us.