Dry and chapped lips? Learn the causes and how to care for them

The lip’s skin tends to be the driest part of the body because of how thin and sensitive it is. There are several factors that can worsen dryness such as skin type, climate, dehydration of the body, or even diseases and medical treatments.

That is why today we want to show you the causes of dry lips and how you can prevent them.

What are the main causes for dry lips?

Different circumstances can cause dry lips as it is a very sensitive area of the body due to the thinness of the skin.

Temperature changes

Factors such as the weather can affect the skin of your lips, cold temperatures dry and crack them, while in very hot climates they can suffer burns if they are not properly protected. Neglected lips do not look good, that’s why you have to take care of them and give them the attention they deserve.

Moisturize your lips with saliva

Running your tongue over your lips, although it may seem a very normal habit, can worsen dryness because saliva contains enzymes that can generate cracks in the lips and when it evaporates it also takes away the natural moisture that is in them.

Drinking not enough water

On the other hand, you should know that the skin dries out on many occasions due to lack of hydration, not drinking enough water during the day not only dries out the skin of the body that is seriously affected but also the skin of the lips that immediately cracks, dries and flakes, which is why it is vital that you drink plenty of water to prevent your skin from losing the natural moisture it has.

What diseases can cause dry lips?

Dry lips are not only an aesthetic issue, there are some physical alterations that can cause dehydration and cracking of the lips, here are some of them.

• Diabetes: Can cause dehydration due to high blood glucose levels.
• Thyroid problems: Can cause flaking and dryness due to a hormonal disorder of the thyroid gland.
• Inflammation of the intestines: It is also a condition that can generate cracks that come out in the corner of the lips, also canker sores that occur inside the mouth and generate pain.
• HIV virus: It can also cause serious dryness problems such as sores and hematomas.
• Treatments such as radiotherapy: In the head or neck alter the hormones so it can produce loss of saliva, generating dehydration and a very strong dryness in the lips. Chemotherapy produces the same effects.

What to do when your lips are dry?

Before targeting this type of problem it is important that you check what could be the cause of dry lips and what could be the solutions for this type of problem, here are some options that could help you:

Stay hydrated during the day, drinking plenty of water.

Drinking water is very important because it regulates the body’s internal temperature through perspiration and breathing, forms saliva and lubricates the joints, helps the body fight free radicals and prevent premature aging of organs such as the skin.

Eat healthy

Eat fruit every day on an empty stomach, mid-morning or mid-afternoon, as it is one of the most water-rich foods, it contains fiber, vitamins and minerals. Vegetables also contain a lot of water, they can be eaten in salads or smoothies, they will keep the skin of your body and lips looking healthy and youthful.

Get checked to evaluate your physical health

It is important to check what is going on in your body or what are the causes of dehydration when it is for a prolonged period of time.

What are the best products to moisturize lips and prevent dryness?

There are several products on the market to take care of your lips, it is important that you choose one that intensely moisturizes and repairs the damage caused by the facts mentioned above.

Sugar Kiss Lip Scrub

Lip exfoliation is recommended 1 or 2 times a week to remove dead cells and cleanse the lips from pollution and flaking. With our ‘Sugar Kiss Lip Scrub‘ a watermelon flavored sugar cane crystals and fine Stevia lip scrub, exfoliates and conditions lips with its multi-functional formula for a renewed, smooth and youthful appearance.

Luxury Lip Balm with Hyaluronic Acid

Exfoliating your lips is as important as moisturizing them, to give them a soft and smooth look, our ”Luxury Lip Balm” is a lip plumper, with hyaluronic acid and natural butters that provides plumped and well hydrated lips, nourishing and repairing dry skin. Use as often as needed throughout the day and you’ll see results in days or weeks.

Use both products together or separately and you will notice how your lips will go from dry and chapped to soft, youthful and healthy.

It is important that you know how to take care of the skin of your lips, to avoid skin alterations that can affect us, with nutrition, hydration and use of appropriate products such as our Luxury Lip Treatment your lips will always look soft and youthful.