Numbing Cream vs Alternative Pain-Relief Methods: What Works Best?
Numbing creams are topical anaesthetics that typically contain lidocaine or similar active ingredients, which temporarily block nerve signals in the skin. When applied about 30–60 minutes before the procedure, these creams can significantly reduce pain/discomfort for hours. Everyone has a different pain threshold. What totally helps one person might only take the edge off for another. The challenge is to find the right balance.