To heal chapped lips, it is essential to use products that are non-irritating and moisturizing. Here are some tips and ingredients to help soothe and protect your chapped lips:
- Avoid irritating ingredients : Stop using lip products containing camphor, ceramides, dimethicone, hemp seed oil, mineral oil, petrolatum, shea butter, sun-protective ingredients (such as titanium oxide or zinc oxide), and white petroleum jelly
- Use non-irritating lip balms : Apply a non-irritating lip balm or lip moisturizer several times a day and before bed
. Look for products containing castor seed oil, glycerin, dimethicone, hemp seed oil, or mineral oil
- Try home remedies : Some natural remedies can help soothe and moisturize chapped lips, such as aloe vera, coconut oil, honey, and seed oils
- Exfoliate gently : Gently exfoliate your lips to remove dead skin cells and allow your lip balm to reach and moisturize the new skin underneath
- Don't lick your lips : Licking your lips can cause them to dry out even more after the saliva evaporates
- Use occlusive and emollient ointments : These types of ointments can help relieve dry lips and hold in moisture
- Consider petrolatum-based products : Products like Aquaphor Lip Repair can help heal dry lips
Most of the time, chapped lips can be healed with these self-care tips. However, if your lips don't improve within 2 to 3 weeks, consider seeing a board-certified dermatologist
