How To Treat Chapped Lips

It’s that time of year when your lips can really take a lashing from the weather. Sore, dry and cracked lips can be really uncomfortable as well as making you insecure during the holiday season.

1. Regularly apply petroleum-based lip ointments as these are better at healing your lips than wax-based alternatives. A simple rule of thumb is the greasier the ointment is, the better it’ll probably be for your lips!

2. Don’t lick your lips. When the saliva dries it’ll leave your lips feeling even dryer than before. Keep the petroleum jelly topped up throughout the day to discourage you from doing this.

3. Keep yourself well-hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids. Try swapping a round of tea or coffee with plain hot water – it sounds really disgusting but I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised.

4. Are you stressed? Being stressed can cause your lips to suffer. Try and keep calm and be sure to make plenty of time for yourself!