Tips for Dry Lips

Well the weather outside is frightful, but your smile doesn’t have to be! Cold weather is known to dehydrate your lips causing them to crack, flake and even bleed. Ouch! As if that isn’t bad enough, chapped lips can be quite painful. The key to maintaining a moist mouth is prevention. Stop dryness before it starts with our list of Q Tips for dry lips:

Get Rid of Flakes

It may be tempting to pick at the flakes that are plaguing your pout, but this can lead to bleeding, tenderness and irritation. Try moisturizing your lips with a hydrating balm, then gently buff away dead skin with a moist toothbrush. We recommend PCA Skin’s Gentle Exfoliant, which is mild enough to slough away flakes without irritating the sensitive lip area.

Pick Products that Work

Before you start compulsively reapplying your Chapstick every 5 minutes, consider investing in products that have been proven to penetrate your pucker, not just coat your lips. Look for ingredients like shea butter, hyaluronic acid and castor oil – all of which will ensure a moisturized mouth. PCA Skin’s Peptide Lip Therapy is packed with peptides and amino acids which help build collagen, improving the overall appearance of your lips. Who doesn’t want more of that?

Stay Hydrated

Last but not least, we want you to stay hydrated! Don’t skimp on your H2o intake. Drinking enough water is essential in keeping your lips soft and supple. You may also want to check your kitchen cupboard for some hydrating home remedies. Coconut oil, olive oil and honey all have moisturizing agents that will to keep you from cracking. And whatever you do, don’t lick. It may seem like a quick fix, but in reality saliva actually dries out your lips.

Kick start your lip care regimen now and before you know it, you’ll have soft, kissable lips just in time for summer!