eli5: why do mouth numbing gels like orajel numb your mouth and teeth but not hands/skin? 699 viewsJanuary 1, 2024 Question100.55K May 2, 2023 0 Comments it numbs my tongue instantly but even after 5-10 minutes on skin it feels exactly the same. In: 57 14 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted May 3, 2023 0 Comments It actually can be used in the skin, well at least the active ingredient, Benzocaine, can. I just used some a couple of months ago and found out the hard way I’m allergic. My chin is still a bit numb from the experience. You are viewing 1 out of 14 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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