To help with chapped lips, it is essential to use products that hydrate and protect the lips from environmental factors. Here are some positive and negative ingredients, as well as materials, to look for and avoid in lip products: Positive Ingredients :
- Aquaphor Healing Ointment
- Vaseline Petroleum Jelly
- Glycerin
- Dimethicone (a silicone derivative that forms a barrier)
- Hemp seed oil
- Castor seed oil
- Mineral oil
- Honey
- Seed oils
- Coconut oil
- Collagen
- Lanolin
- Pawpaw ointment
- The Body Shop Hemp Lip Balm
Negative Ingredients :
- Fragrance
- Lanolin
- Menthol
- Octinoxate or oxybenzone
- Phenol (or phenyl)
- Propyl gallate
- Salicylic acid
- Camphor
- Ceramides
- Dimethicone
- Hemp seed oil
To treat chapped lips, apply a non-irritating lip balm or lip moisturizer several times a day and before bed
. For severe chapping, use a thick ointment like Aquaphor Healing Ointment or Vaseline Petroleum Jelly
. Drink enough water to stay hydrated, as dehydration can worsen chapped lips
. You can also use occlusive products containing collagen and apply a coat of Vaseline on top to seal in the moisture
. Remember to avoid lip products containing irritants like camphor, ceramides, dimethicone, hemp seed oil, or fragrance
. It is essential to stop using any product that causes discomfort or irritation, as this can worsen the condition
