How to keep nicotine patch on when sweating?

Ah, the joys of nicotine withdrawal. You’d think quitting would be easy, but it can be a real pain in the behind – literally. The constant cravings, irritability and general anxiety are bad enough without having to worry about your patch falling off every time you break out into a sweat.

Fear not! As someone who has been there and done that,(1) I am here to help with some foolproof tricks for keeping your patch securely in place no matter how hard you’re sweating it out. So grab an ice-cold glass of water (or bourbon – I won’t tell) and read on:

It All Starts with Proper Placement

The first step in making sure that your nicotine patch stays put is to make sure that you’re placing it properly from the get-go. Here’s what you need to do:
– Find a clean, dry spot on your skin away from any hair or areas where clothing rubs against your skin.
– Cleanse the area thoroughly using alcohol wipes or soap and water.
– Make sure the area is completely dry before applying.

Don’t skimp on this step because if there’s even just a little bit of oil or dirt present when you put on the patch, it won’t adhere properly.

Tips for Keeping Your Nicotine Patch On

Now that you know how important proper placement is let’s move onto tips for keeping your nicotine patches secure throughout those sweaty moments.

1. Replace Regularly

Replace your patch every day at roughly around the same time(s), depending which brand instructions direct prospective users towards.

2. Stick Em Long

Make sure each new application adheres firmly all over by pressing down firmly along its entire perimeter ensuring creases don’t develop after being bent many times while holding up pants/trousers during activities such as commuting/working/gym workout.

3. Shave First

We promised our sassiest tips so gird your loins with this; before putting on a fresh patch, consider shaving the area first! Patch adhesives don’t stick well to hairy skin, which is often why people have issues keeping them on during sweaty workouts.

4. Hold It Down

If that patch just won’t stay put no matter what you try,(2) grab a strip of white medical tape or wrap it partly in clingfilm/ducted-tape for additional support around its edges only – hold each end in place for at least thirty seconds.

5.(1) Use A Tattoo Cover Up Sleeve
Although it may seem unconventional, wearing an arm sleeve cover-up fits into more activities than we might think can also keep cigarettes away from plain sight AND prevent them losing their grip thus fall off leaving some residue on clothes etc.. More specifically made in order to conceal tattoos temporarily after application rather than sticking nicotine patches but they operate similarly enough..

6. Protect With Absorbent Materials

Try placing absorbent material like a sweatband, adhesive pad or cotton ball over the patch once applied and secure with breathable elastic netting/bandages (known as Tubigrip). If all that fails invest in bespoke fixes like waterproof active frangipani luon fabric fanny-packs 😉

Avoid Moisture

One of the main culprits behind patches loosening due to strong grips-like-sweat however awkward poses/movements also contribute towards weakened bonds between adhesives surface apart from regular maintenance being missing amongst humans seeking solutions (exceptionally common) when sweating a good amount such as;
– Avoided submerging oneself underwater/swimming completely submerged whilst wearing one.
– Water-based lotions/creams should be avoided altogether.
– And dryers too – air-drying your patch ensures it will remain strongly adhered.

To Wrap Up

So there you have it – six tricks of the trade for keeping those pesky patches firmly attached to your skin, no matter how sweaty things get. Give them a try and let us know which one works best for you!

Disclaimer: Don’t forget to always follow proper instructions on any nicotine replacement products, including using the correct patch for your level of addiction.

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