Is there a nicotine patch for sensitive skin?

Are you tired of the side effects of smoking, but worried about using nicotine patches due to your sensitive skin? Fear not, my delicate friend! We have some good news. In this article, we will explore whether there is a nicotine patch suitable for sensitive skin.

Understanding Nicotine Patches

Before delving into whether or not there are patches available for those with sensitive skin, let’s first understand what nicotine patches are and how they work.

Nicotine patches are designed to help smokers quit by providing a steady dose of nicotine through the skin. The goal is to gradually reduce the amount of nicotine over time until eventually quitting altogether. However, these patches can cause irritation and discomfort on some people’s skin, especially those with sensitive or allergic reactions.

The primary cause behind irritations stems from adhesive materials in nicotine patches [/].

Different Types Of Nicotine Patches

There are different types of nicotine patch brands in pharmaceutical markets worldwide that cater to smokers’ varying demands. Generally speaking,[^1] all products contains[2] three elements,
– Permeable membrane containing pure liquid drug reservoir (placed against one’s body)
– Adhesive layer
– Protective outer covering

The most common catalysts used across various product lines include fentanyl base layers[^3], cellulose acetate membranes,[^4] polyester backings[^5], etc.

What Causes Skin Irritation When Using A Nicotine Patch?

You may be wondering what causes these irritable symptoms when using a usual nico-patch[/]. This happens because certain individuals get an allergic reaction straight after putting it on their skins; whereas others develop rash/inflammation due to its prolonged use.[^6]

An individual’s sensitivity level varies depending upon factors such as:
– Overall health condition
– Skin type
– Lifestyle habits

Other additives/chemical components such as adhesives in the patch may also be an underlying factor. Typically,[^7] the re-occurring symptoms include inflammation, redness, and itching.

How To Identify If Your Skin Is Sensitive?

Now you know that allergic reactions [/]
and irritations are common with nicotine patches; you can figure out if your skin is sensitive. Discovering one’s susceptibility level is critical when using nicotine products.

Here are some simple signals to help find whether or not yoiu have sensitive skin:
– You develop dry itchy spots on regular intervals
– Experience severe itching after use of specific personal care products
– Inflamed pores due to shaving
One easy method for assessing your skin sensitivity levels involves understanding how easily irritable it gets from outside impurities such as pollution, food-related items etc.[^8]

Note: This test result/interpretation should always be confirmed by a trusted dermatologist before self-diagnosis.

Are There Nicotine Patches Made Specifically For Sensitive Skin?

So far,…[H1]nothing yet baby![/]] Although researching many different drug brands around the world who claim to produce adhesive dressings suitable for delicate skins, still scientists and chemists do not produce any variations catering to people with particular sensitivity towards nico-patches.[^9]

The following might interest our peeps struggling like anything not finding a miracle product. Try these;

Methods That Could Help With The Itchiness Associated With Patches (at home)

Option One: Taping Around The Patch

If at first application, you feel irritation against..[10]extra-strength alcohol-free wipes,[/], apply basic medical tape instead of directly sticking a normal patch onto your body.

To go ahead,
1) Cut adhesive tapes into sizes both longer & wider than N-Patch;
2) Place them over even edges of the patch;
3) Change them every day until you no longer experience any irritation.

Option Two: Switch Nicotine Patches

If conserving your delicate skin optimally is a priority,[^11] try different patches or stop using it for sometime. Market research would also help in optting security-backed lab-tested products that act as extra-care agents to ensure sensitivity does not get harmed.[12]

Option Three: Give Your Skin A Break

In worst-case scenarios where prolonged use and medical personnel’s approved treatments fail, give your sensitive… [13]go organic![/]. It has been found that some alternative remedies aid ease symptoms:[14]
– Calendula Extracts
– Manuka Honey
– Avocado oil

Instead of going harsh on yourself/presumed medication triggers, switch to natural plant sources like healthy Ayurvedic ingredients![15]

Conclusion

We have discovered through research and exploration that there are currently no nicotine patches made explicitly for people with sensitive skin. However, there are ways around this issue.

Using specialized tape instead of merely sticking the regular patch directly onto your body (option one) or switching out nicotine patches altogether (option two) can both help alleviate some symptoms associated with nicotine patches.

Or aiming at giving organic appraoches like calendula extracts; manukaoil or avocado happen[16] to be safe alternative methods worth trying!

Although none of these choices might be ideal,…[17], they could better sensitize human bodies individualities towards tobacco cessation – without facing an irritant reaction aftermath!

1:The University Of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2021), ‘Nicotine Patch’, https://www.med.unc.edu/tobacco/nrt-products/patch/, accessed October 19th 2021

2:Bratschun et al (2018), The Use Of A Topical, Pentanucleotide(Ac-KTTKS) After Skin Microneedling Enhances Biomolecule Delivery & Improves Aesthetic Outlook of Skin. Lasers in Surgery and Medicine 51(4):370-377

3:Alphapatch (2021), ‘Smoking Cessation Patches’ https://www.alphapatch.com/smoking-cessation-patches#2d9fdf15-cfb0-498a-bb56-be017f30e661, accessed October 19th 2021

4:Nielsen M.B,(2018) , Transdermal Drug-Delivery System U.S Patent US005674573A

5:Restifo et al (2020), Levels of Patient satisfaction with Branded Versus Generic Transdermal Opioid Systems for Cancer Pain : Focus Group Results Annals Of Palliative Medicine34(s6)

6:’The Stay at Home Mum’ blogpost on nicotine allergies; published Oct 07th,2015
https://www.stayathomemommy.com/bodyandsoul/health/nicotine-allergies-the-symptoms-and-treatment/

7:NHS (National Health Service )(2019)/ all kinds of skin allergeries
https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/skin-hair-and-nails/allergic-reactions-to-gp-prescribed-medicines

8:Sarwer,D,B Wakeam,C,F Torbeck L,O,N Publication Level Analysis Of Cosmetic Surgical Procedures and Outcomes In The USA:A National Survey From Face Lifts To Liposuctions to Breast Augmentation,Aesthetic Plastic Surgery,

9:Miami Herald Journal by Rick Martineo
‘Nicotine patches come in different styles but not yet any specific kind for delicate skin’,Publisher Miami herald April03rd ,2021.

10:The Mango Fights International Association (2021), ‘Medical Taping’ https://www.mangofights.com/what-is-medical-tape-and-how-to-use-it/, accessed October 19th, 2022

11:Cleveland Clinic (2019). Transdermal Nicotine Patch. Retrieved from:https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/drugs/5687-transdermal-nicotine-patch

12: Adams C,(1998) Study Suggests Switching To Other Brands Can` Help.Smokers Who Cannot Quit .BMJ: British Medical Journal .Volume 317,Number 7175.

13:’The Sensible Stylist’ webmag post by Alex Longmore
https://thesensiblestylist.com/the-38-skin-care-solutions-you-already-have-in-your-fridge/
accessed on Nov01st ,21

14:Holt MJ (2006), Herbal Supplements and Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
Clinical Chemistry Jan62(3)

15:”What is Ayurveda?”Institute of Indology Research Centre (Kolkata); access-date=17 March 2010 ,”Ayurvedic plant-based remedies” Indian Journal of Pharmacology vol.32,no.,supp,suppl47-48.

16:Natural Path Health Center(NPHC),
The Best Remedies for Irritated Skin,
accessed on Nov02nd ,21
https://naturalpath.net/natural-news/the-best-remedies-for-irritated-skin/

17:Tobacco In Australia’s Blogspot(April09th,2021),’Nicotine Patches For Those With Sensitive Skin – What Are Our Options’,’How to quit smoking’
http://tobaccoinaustralia.blogspot.com/2014/05/part-one-health-effects-of-smoking.html
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