Proper Storage Tips for Your TKTX Cream

10 October 2025

Whether you’re a first-time user or a professional artist, TKTX numbing cream is a must-have for pain-free tattooing, piercings, waxing, or laser treatments. But to make sure your cream stays safe, effective, and ready to use, it’s important to store it properly.

As the only certified distributor of authentic TKTX numbing creams in the UK, we at TKTX Tattoo want to ensure you’re getting the maximum benefit from your product, even before you open the tube.

Why Proper Storage Matters

TKTX creams are formulated with high-quality, active ingredients that work by numbing the nerve endings in your skin. To preserve their potency and effectiveness, those ingredients need to be stored in the right conditions.

Improper storage could lead to:

Reduced numbing power
Changes in texture or consistency
Shortened shelf life
Reduced effectiveness during your procedure

Luckily, keeping your TKTX cream in perfect condition is easy with just a few simple steps.

How to Store TKTX Numbing Cream Correctly

Keep It Cool – But Don’t Freeze It

Store TKTX cream in a cool, dry place, ideally at a temperature between 8°C and 25°C (46°F–77°F).

Don’t store it in direct sunlight or near heat sources like radiators or stoves
Don’t freeze it – freezing can alter the consistency and reduce effectiveness
A cupboard, drawer, or makeup storage box works perfectly

If you live in a particularly hot climate or during the summer months, a refrigerator (not a freezer) is a safe place to store your cream.

Keep the Tube Sealed Tightly

After each use, make sure to:

Screw the cap back on securely
Avoid squeezing out excess product and leaving it exposed to air
Wipe away any residue around the cap to prevent contamination

Oxygen and air exposure can degrade the numbing agents over time, especially with repeated exposure.

Avoid Moist or Humid Environments

Humidity can break down the active ingredients, especially the lidocaine-based numbing components.

Don’t store your TKTX cream in bathrooms where steam and moisture are common
Stick to dry, enclosed spaces away from water

Pay Attention to the Expiry Date

Like any skincare or medical-grade product, TKTX cream has a shelf life. Using expired cream could result in:

Weakened numbing effect
Changes in texture, colour, or smell
Skin irritation in rare cases

Check the expiry date printed on the packaging, and avoid using any product past that date.

Don’t Share Opened Tubes

If you’re a professional artist or use the cream for multiple types of procedures (tattoos, piercings, waxing), never share the same tube between clients.

Use single-use applications or tubes where possible
Maintain hygiene by sanitising hands and applicators
Seal and store unused cream immediately after use

This keeps the cream clean, safe, and free of bacteria.

Why Choose TKTX Tattoo Numbing Cream?

At TKTX Tattoo, we offer a wide range of genuine, water-based numbing creams made from premium ingredients. Each formula is:

Scientifically designed for deep skin penetration
Water-based for fast absorption
Ideal for tattoos, piercings, waxing, laser removal & more
Authentically sourced, we’re the only certified TKTX distributor in the UK

Our customer reviews consistently highlight how much more comfortable their sessions became thanks to TKTX, and with proper storage, you’ll always have your cream ready when you need it most.