Everyone has experienced chapped lips at some point in their lives. They manifest themselves at the most inconvenient times, most notably prior to holiday gatherings. And with the arrival of winter days, you’re going to deal with chapped lips more frequently than usual. While you may be aware of how chapped lips feel and look, you might be unaware of what causes them or how to treat them. That is precisely what we will inform you.
What are chapped lips?
Now, we understand that many of you are already familiar with chapped lips. However, for those unfamiliar with the term, ‘chapped lips’ is a non-medical term that refers to dry and cracked lips. Additionally, scaling, redness, swelling, itching, burning, and stinging may occur on your lips.
What contributes to chapped lips?
Chapped lips are frequently caused by cold and dry weather. Other possible causes include excessive sun exposure, allergic dermatitis, metabolic disorders such as thyroid imbalances, or even vitamin B complex deficiency. Another common cause of chapped lips is irritation. This could be a result of lip licking, picking, or biting habits. Additionally, it could be due to allergic reactions to lip cosmetics or foods such as mango, citrus, and cinnamon.
How can chapped lips be avoided?
Maintain lip hydration to avoid chapped and dry lips. You can moisturize your lips with emollients that are fragrance-free. Invest in thicker ointments rather than oils and moisturize regularly throughout the day. Additionally, you can use sunblock and reapply it every couple of hours when you step outside. Finally, maintain proper hydration by drinking plenty of water.
What are the most common errors made when dealing with chapped lips?
When it comes to healing and preventing chapped lips, there are a few ingredients to avoid. Eucalyptus, lanolin, salicylic acid, and flavorings and fragrances are just a few of these. You must adhere to the philosophy of “less is more.”
About the Author:
Germie Alderite is a Registered Medical Technologist in the Philippines. She is currently studying Doctor of Medicine in the said country. Germie worked in an Adventist Wellness Center for a year before entering Medical School. She believes that many transgress the laws of health through ignorance, thus, people need instruction. They need to be impressed with the importance of making their knowledge a guide of life. Physician has many opportunities both of imparting a knowledge of health principles and of showing the importance of putting them into practice.
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