Hey Jon, the redness or rash eases up after the first few days. But I should warn you, a few people have had trouble stepping down too soon. I know how you want to be done with it. I have about a week or so left on my program, and I am at the stage where I have to remind myself to put it on. IT has been a help. Nicotine or not, I am not sure I could have done cold turkey. But If you're wanting to quit for life, Can a few weeks of the patch be that bad? And they are cheaper than cigarettes. Hope this helps. :)
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 3/5/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 55
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 1,385
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $580.25
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 6 [B]Hrs:[/B] 16 [B]Mins:[/B] 37 [B]Seconds:[/B] 8