7 Ways to Heal Dry and Chapped Lips
The nightmare of cold weather, dry and chapped lips is a common and irritating problem. Therefore, it is very important to always moisturize the lips and take adequate care. So how can you heal your lips? How can you prevent lip dryness? Here are 7 ways to heal chapped lips.
Cold and dry weather, sun damage, and frequent lip licking are just a few reasons why your lips may feel dry or chapped. We’ve compiled some dermatologists’ tips for treating dry and chapped lips at home.
Use lip balm, lipstick or other products that don’t irritate your lips
Many people think that the product they use works when they feel symptoms such as burning, swelling, tingling on their lips, but this is not what actually happens. You are just irritating your lips, you should stop using such products. If you’re looking for a product to help get rid of chapped lips, make sure it doesn’t contain any of the following:
- Eucalyptus
- Sweetener: aromas such as cinnamon, citrus, mint can be particularly irritating to the lips.
- Menthol
- Lanolin
- Salicylic acid
- Camphor
If you’re considering buying a product that can help heal your dry and chapped lips, you should look for a product that contains one or more of the following:
- Castor seed oil
- Ceramides
- Hemp seed oil
- Mineral oil
- Vaseline
- Shea butter
Apply your lip balm before going to bed
If your lips are very dry and chapped, try vaseline. This is a longer term method.
Apply your factor 30 sunscreen balm before going outside
Even in winter it is important to protect the lips from the sun. The sun can burn dry and chapped lips more easily, which can cause herpes. Don’t forget to refresh every 2-3 hours while you are out.
Make sure you drink enough water
Chapped lips occur as a result of dryness. Do not dehydrate your body.
Stop licking, biting, picking your lips
Although it feels natural to lick and wet your lips when you feel dry, your lips will become drier than before as your saliva dries. Biting or picking your lips will also cause irritation.
Avoid holding objects made of metal on your lips
Metal jewelry and piercings can irritate your already sensitive lips.
Install a humidifier in the house
Especially if you are breathing through your mouth at night, a humidifier installed in your bedroom can prevent your lips from drying out.
By following these tips, you can see a noticeable improvement in 2-3 weeks. If you cannot observe a change within 2-3 weeks, it is useful to consult a dermatologist.