What Type of Numbing Cream Can Be Used for Tattoo Removal?

I was offered cream, but at $90 so I opted out. I was wondering if there was a certain cream I could buy cheaper online and use at home before I go in for treatment. I wasn't sure if all creams would work or not or which ones worked best. I can't pay $90 on top of the fees i'm already paying. I also read that not all creams will let lasers through. Is that true? Any help is appreciated!

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2 Doctor Answers | Asked by Tena G in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Numbing creams and tattoo removals

It is not recommend for you to use numbing cream before tattoo removal. Icing the area before and after the treatment is recommended. Numbing creams may inhibit the treatment to be successful

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