Lips, like a smile, are some of the first things you see, there is no way you can't notice or notice them when you look at someone's face. The appearance of the lips is important, because they are normally associated with personal care and especially with sensuality, therefore, having them free of wrinkles, leathery skin and cracks is vital to looking good.
They are an essential aspect of the face, participating in facial expression and facilitating human communication, creating labial consonants (m, p, b), labiodental consonants (f, v) and vocalization. And without a doubt, they are also indispensable for expressing feelings such as affection or attraction, so, like any other part of the body, they require proper attention and care every day. 1,2
Causes of dry lips
Dry lips occur due to various factors, such as:
- Lips do not have oil-producing glands to keep them hydrated.
- Lack of moisture due to cold weather or poor personal care.
- Frequent exposure to the sun.
- Having the habit of “licking your lips,” because saliva causes dryness.
- Be dehydrated.
- Eating an inadequate diet low in nutrients.
- Use of some medications.
How to reduce and prevent dry lips? 3-6
Taking care of your lips is easy. However, it requires consistency and dedication to achieve the best results:
- Stay hydrated! Try to drink water throughout the day to avoid skin dehydration. It is recommended to drink 8 glasses a day. To make sure you don't forget, use a refill bottle.
- Protect them from the cold. Always hydrate them with your favorite Chapstick.
- Use Chapstick® Ultra Moisturizing that contains SPF if you are going to be in the sun.
- Avoid licking your lips. Saliva evaporates quickly and lips tend to become even drier.
- If you are going to use lipstick, make sure to use a lip balm that will moisturize your lips.
- Exfoliate them! Once a week, use a natural exfoliant, such as sugar and honey, to remove impurities from the skin and leave your lips soft. It is recommended to do it from top to bottom without applying pressure.
Also try Chapstick ® Total Hydration , which provides 8 hours of hydration and contains CoQ10 antioxidants that delay the signs of aging on the lips.
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