Numbing cream
Numbing cream, matched to the appointment.
Senseless skin numbing cream comes in three strengths: Clinical and Advanced in 10g or 30g, Professional in 30g. Cream suits broad coverage on the face and body and most appointments. The strength you need depends on the session: how long it runs, how sensitive the area is, and how much of it you're covering. Here's how to choose.
Buy numbing cream by strength
Professional — comfort level on the Senseless Scale, not a measure of strength.
Professional Strength Cream
30g · £55.99
The Senseless Scale
Which strength of numbing cream do I need?
Within the cream format, the strength is the choice that matters. None is "better" than another; each is formulated for a different kind of session.
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Clinical
Clinical — comfort level on the Senseless Scale, not a measure of strength.
For shorter, lighter sessions and smaller areas.
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Advanced
Advanced — comfort level on the Senseless Scale, not a measure of strength.
For longer sessions and more sensitive areas.
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Professional
Professional — comfort level on the Senseless Scale, not a measure of strength.
Our practitioner tier — a formula developed specifically for professional use, for the longest and most sustained sessions.
Most sessions don't need the practitioner tier. Match it to the session you're actually having — if you're between two, the lighter one is usually the sensible start, and you can choose differently next time.
The Senseless Selector
Not sure which to choose?
Answer three quick questions — treatment, skin and session length — and we'll point you to the format and strength we'd reach for.
Format check
Is cream the right format?
Cream suits broad coverage and most appointments — it's the one to reach for by default. Two cases where another format fits better:
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What is numbing cream used for?
The procedures cream is most often chosen for:
- MicroneedlingBroad facial coverage before a roller or pen session.
- Laser (face)Even coverage on facial treatment zones.
- Semi-permanent makeupPrep for brow and lip work.
- Waxing (small zones)Lip, brow and small areas where a cream applies cleanly.
- Choosing by strength, answeredThe honest guide to choosing by strength.
- TattooingHours rather than minutes — the longest sitting.
- PiercingsSmall, precise, and over in seconds.
For precise facial work that must stay put, gel holds where you place it — and for large or body areas, a spray covers ground faster. Match the format to the work.
Built for the procedure, not the average
A one-size cream treats a short brow wax and a full-face session the same way. Aesthetic appointments aren't the same, so Senseless isn't built that way: three strengths and three formats, matched to the length of the session and the area. You choose by the session in front of you, not by whatever's labelled "strongest".
Who makes Senseless numbing cream?
- UK-formulated
- Every Senseless topical numbing cream is formulated in the United Kingdom by Matrix Health Group Ltd — developed and assessed here.
- CPSR assessed
- Every formula is safety-assessed under a Cosmetic Product Safety Report before it's sold.
- Made for the appointment
- Designed around the appointments it is used for — microneedling, laser, SPMU, waxing, tattooing and piercings — not adapted from generic numbing.
Numbing cream — common questions.
How long before my appointment do I apply numbing cream?
Timing varies by procedure, by clinic and by client — follow the product guidance and your practitioner. Customers who get on best tend to apply a thick, visible layer that sits on the surface rather than being rubbed in, then cover it (cling film or similar) until it's removed before the appointment. The full routine is in our guide to how to apply numbing cream.
How long does numbing cream last?
It depends on three things: which strength you use, how well it's applied, and how long and demanding the appointment is. Rather than a fixed figure, the tiers are formulated to match the session lengths they're built for — match the strength to the session in front of you. Your practitioner can advise for your specific treatment.
Which strength should I choose?
Match it to the session, not to price. Clinical for shorter, routine appointments; Advanced for longer or more sensitive work and larger areas; Professional for the most demanding sessions. If you're between two, start with the lower one.
Should I use cream, gel or spray?
Cream for broad coverage and most appointments; gel for precise facial work and longer sittings; spray for large or awkward areas.
Do I need to patch test?
Yes — patch test 24 hours before on the inside of your wrist or behind your ear, and don't use it if you see any reaction. Apply to clean, unbroken skin.
Can I apply it the night before?
No — apply it close to your appointment, not the night before. It's made for the short window before your treatment.
Which size do I need?
10g suits a single session or a trial; 30g is the regular size for repeat use or larger areas. (Professional comes in 30g.)
What's in it?
Each formula is a UK cosmetic formulated by Matrix Health Group Ltd, with the full ingredients (INCI) listed on the pack.