In the world of aesthetic medicine, comfort is key. Whether you're smoothing out fine lines or preventing them with Botox, or adding and restoring volume with dermal fillers, minimizing pain and anxiety transforms the experience from tolerable to truly enjoyable.

At FaceLab Cy, we believe that beauty treatments should be as comfortable as they are effective. That’s why we prioritize a painless experience, using the most appropriate form of lidocaine—a trusted local anesthetic available in cream, spray, and injectable forms. Each option is carefully selected based on the treatment area, depth of procedure, and individual patient needs.

This informative blog breaks down the differences between these forms of lidocaine, helping you understand how they work and when they’re best used in aesthetic treatments.

🧴 Lidocaine Cream: Surface-Level Comfort

What It Is

Lidocaine cream is a topical anesthetic applied directly to the skin. It’s commonly used before procedures that involve shallow injections, like Botox or lip fillers.

When It’s Used

• Botox injections: Especially helpful for patients who are nervous about needles.

• Lip fillers: Reduces discomfort in sensitive areas.

• Microneedling or laser treatments: Helps ease pain during skin resurfacing.

Benefits

• Easy to apply and non-invasive

• Reduces pain during surface-level procedures

• Generally well tolerated

Limitations

• Takes 30 minutes to work

• Doesn’t reach deeper layers of the skin

How It’s Used

A thick layer is applied to clean skin. It’s removed before the procedure begins and the skin is resterilised to avoid interfering with the treatment.

At FaceLab Cy, we ensure precise timing and application to maximize comfort and minimize waiting time.

💨 Lidocaine Spray: Quick Relief for Sensitive Areas

What It Is

Lidocaine spray delivers a fine mist of anesthetic to the skin or mucous membranes. It works quickly and is usually used to complement injectable anesthesia, especially in short or sensitive procedures.

When It’s Used

• Lip fillers: Can be sprayed inside the lips to reduce discomfort

• Touch-up treatments: Useful for quick numbing during brief sessions

• Perioral areas: Helpful in numbing sensitive zones around the mouth

Benefits

• Fast-acting (usually within seconds)

• Easy to apply

Limitations

• Short duration (2–5 minutes)

• Less precise than cream or injection

How It’s Used

Sprayed directly onto the treatment area, often just before the procedure. Care is taken to avoid the more sensitive areas and to monitor for any sensitivity.

At FaceLab Cy, our practitioners use lidocaine spray strategically to enhance comfort without compromising precision.

💉 Injectable Lidocaine: Deep and Targeted Relief

What It Is

Injectable lidocaine is administered directly into the skin or tissue using a syringe. It provides strong and targeted pain relief, making it ideal for deeper procedures.

When It’s Used

• Hyaluronic acid fillers: Where injections go deeper into the skin

• Cannula techniques: Requires numbing of larger or deeper areas

• Combination treatments: Used alongside fillers that already contain lidocaine

Benefits

• Fast and effective

• Offers precise control over where and how much is used

• Can be combined with other products for longer-lasting relief

Limitations

• Requires skill to administer

• May cause brief discomfort during injection

• Rare risk of side effects if not used properly with safety precautions

How It’s Used

Injected into the area before or during the procedure. Often used in combination with dermal fillers that may already contain lidocaine for added comfort.

At FaceLab Cy, our medical team is highly trained in advanced injection techniques, ensuring that every treatment is not only effective but also as painless as possible.

Comparing the Three Forms

At FaceLab Cy, we tailor the anesthetic approach to each patient’s comfort level and treatment plan, combining methods when needed for optimal results.

🧴 Lidocaine in Dermal Fillers: Built-In Comfort

Many modern dermal fillers now come pre-mixed with lidocaine. This means that as the filler is injected, the lidocaine begins to numb the area—making the procedure more comfortable without needing separate anesthesia.

Benefits

• Saves time

• Reduces discomfort during injection

• Improves overall patient experience

At FaceLab Cy, we exclusively use premium filler brands that include lidocaine, ensuring a smoother and more pleasant treatment from start to finish.

🧘 Tips for a Comfortable Experience

Comfort isn’t just about numbing—it’s about creating a calm, reassuring environment. Here are a few ways we enhance the experience at FaceLab Cy:

• Combine methods for a painless experience: We use cream for surface numbing and injectable lidocaine for deeper areas when needed.

• Distraction tools: Vibration devices and calming techniques help reduce perceived pain.

• Aftercare: We provide cooling gels and soothing creams to ease post-procedure tenderness.

Our goal is to make every visit feel safe, relaxing, and empowering.

🧾 Final Thoughts: Choosing the Right Lidocaine Option

In aesthetic medicine, lidocaine is more than just a pain reliever—it’s a way to build trust and ensure a smooth, positive experience. Whether you're getting Botox for forehead lines or fillers to contour your cheeks or lips, the right form of lidocaine can make all the difference.

• Cream is great for surface-level comfort.

• Spray offers quick relief for sensitive areas.

• Injectable lidocaine provides deep, targeted anesthesia for more complex procedures.

At FaceLab Cy, we combine expert technique with personalized care to deliver results that are not only beautiful—but also comfortable. Talk to our team about your goals and preferences, and let us create a treatment plan that puts your comfort first.