The best numbing creams for tattoos contain active ingredients such as lidocaine, benzocaine, or tetracaine, which work as anesthetics to numb the skin. Some popular products include those with 5% lidocaine, which provide fast-acting pain relief and last for a few hours
. Other ingredients like Shea Butter Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, and Menthol can also help in soothing, moisturizing, and promoting skin healing, resulting in less scabbing and a more vibrant tattoo
. It's important to carefully read the ingredients and instructions for use to ensure safety and effectiveness
. Some well-known brands include Emla, NeuroMed, Zensa, and Dr Numb
. Always consider the advice of your tattoo artist, as the use of numbing cream may have implications for the tattooing process and the final result
