Chapped lips
Chapped lips

Chapped lips

Alternative Names:
Lips - chapped and dry

Information:
Here are some recommendations for preventing chapped lips:
  • Avoid going out in dry, cold weather without putting on lip balm or lipstick.
  • Try to keep the air in your home humid.
  • Use a sunscreen on your lips when outside in sunny weather.
  • Avoid excessive sun exposure.
Some recommendations for soothing chapped and sore lips:
  • Treat chapped lips with beeswax and phenol (such as Carmex).
  • Drink additional fluids in winter months.



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