To apply lip scrub, follow these steps:
- Scoop some lip scrub out of its container using your finger.
- Assess your current situation and make an informed decision. If your lips are peeling, but not raw, use your lip scrub generously to get rid of the dead skin.
- Spread the lip scrub evenly around your lips using one finger. Ensure that both the top lip and bottom lip have an equal coating. Be careful not to apply too much pressure when doing this, as the skin of your lips is sensitive and can break easily if too much force is used.
- Wait for about 30 seconds before rinsing off with lukewarm water.
- Get rid of the excess lip scrub. If your lip scrub is edible, you can simply lick it off. If not, gently rinse it off using your hands and some lukewarm water.
- Apply a lip mask, lipstick, or lip gloss.
Positive aspects of using lip scrub include removing dead skin cells and dry, flaky skin, leaving lips smooth and soft. Lip scrubs can also contain moisturizing emollients and humectants that help soften, soothe, and moisturize the skin.
Negative aspects of using lip scrub include the possibility of over-exfoliating, which can dry out your lips.
Ingredients or materials in lip scrubs can vary, but they generally consist of two primary ingredients: a creamy, moisturizing emollient and a slightly grainy-feeling exfoliating agent. Emollients can include shea butter, coconut oil, avocado oil, coconut butter, grapeseed oil, jojoba oil, cocoa butter, and pure vitamin E oil. Exfoliants can include sugar crystals, cinnamon, or coffee grounds. Some lip scrubs may also contain humectants, which promote moisture retention by attracting water to the skins surface.
