Nowadays, there are a large number of personal care products designed for men and women. Even so, it is common for men to neglect certain aspects, not precisely because of a lack of interest, but because they consider that some products are exclusively for women's use. We must say that this is not always correct.
Taking care of your skin is not a question of gender, but of well-being and health. There are products from hand creams to lip balms, which can also be used by men who care about their well-being.
Why is it important to take care of your lips?
As we know, the lips have a great cosmetic, social and sensory importance. It should be noted that they do not have bone or cartilaginous support; they are formed by a mobile and elastic structure composed of skin, mucosa, salivary glands and muscle mass, characteristics that favor their different functions such as facial expression, speech emission, physical attraction, among many others. 1,2
Habits that affect the appearance and hydration of the lips
Sometimes we don't even realize it, but some habits cause the lips to look bad, causing them to become dry:
- Lick your lips frequently, as saliva dries them out.
- Drink little fluids
- Having an inadequate diet
- Nibble the lips
- Tear off one's "leathers"
- The use of some medications
- Do not use lip protection, especially in cold or sunny weather.
Healthy lips for men and women
It's not just a matter of vanity, lips say a lot about your personality and generate confidence. Without a doubt, having them moisturized, hydrated and soft makes us look better and that's why we mention the best effective care for everyone 3,4,5:
- Do not lick your lips 3,4,5 . Saliva dries out the lips, so it is essential to avoid the habit of licking them.
- Drink water 3,4,5 . It is important to keep your lips hydrated and drinking water throughout the day prevents dryness.
- Eat healthy 3,4,5 . Dry and cracked lips can be a sign of a lack of nutrients, so it is recommended to eat foods rich in vitamins and minerals.
- Moisturize them. Chapstick ® helps moisturize and lubricate lips quickly and easily, preventing them from becoming dry or unsightly. It is also a practical lip balm or protector to apply several times throughout the day.
As a man, make sure your lips look good. Take care of them every day with Chapstick.
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