During these cold winter months, it’s especially important to take extra care of your lips. Your lips deserve TLC, as the skin on the lips is thinner and more delicate than on other parts of the body. The lips are also exposed to the sun and cold, dry air, thus making it easy to crack, flake or peel. Here are some tips to keep them soft and hydrated.

Drink water. Dehydration is a major culprit in chapped lips. Staying hydrated leads to vibrant, healthy skin and lips.
Don’t lick, bite or pick at them. These can slow down healing and make the delicate skin prone to bleeding and more irritation.
Try using a lip scrub once a week. Just like the rest of your body, your lips can experience a buildup of dry skin. Exfoliating using a scrub is a gentle yet effective way to remove dead skin cell buildup on the surface and a quick way to improve texture.
Treat your lippies to a mask. Like the skin on your face, your lips deserve a hydrating and nourishing mask as well. A great example is the Patchology FlashPatch hydrating lip gels, which uses niacinamide and green tea to soothe any dryness.
Protect using a lip balm. Use a lip balm that ensures hydration and healing to help retain and lock in moisture. Image Skincare Ormedic Balance lip balm is a great choice that contains avocado oil and vitamin E to replenish your lips.

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