Dry and chapped lips are a sight pleasant to see. Chapped lips are caused by excessive dryness of the skin of the lips. Overexposure to your lips to the harsh climatic conditions such as wind and sun can lead to depletion of natural oil from the surface of the lips.

You can also get chapped lips if you're used to lick his lips constantly.

Having chapped lips can be a very painful experience. dry lips are usually very sensitive and sometimes crack and bleed.

Here are some tips to prevent a recurrence of a troublesome condition of chapped lips.

Dehydration is a major reason for the formation of chapped lips. Always stay hydrated. It is advisable for you to drink at least 8 glasses of water a day.

The condition of chapped lips appear to worsen during the winter when the air is dry. Invest in a humidifier during the winter months. A humidifier will help keep moisture in your room, and prevent the occurrence of chapped lips.

You can also apply chap stick or lip balm throughout the day to keep lips moisturized. The lip balm is also used to have an SPF of at least 15.The chapter sticks and lip balms form an oily layer on the surface of the lips will help seal in moisture.

Also, do not lick your lips as the saliva tends to dry the skin of the lips.

It is advisable to exfoliate your lips regularly to prevent the formation of the lips. You can exfoliate your lips by brushing them with a toothbrush or a damp warm cloth. Beware of over-exfoliate, because it can lead to cracking and bleeding lips.

Do not wear matte lipstick that will make your lips even drier. Always treat your lips with a lipstick-based cream, enriched with vitamin E. You can also use vitamin E oil and olive oil on your lips to prevent drying.
 
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