Glad we can all gather in this safe space.
It seems like an opportune time to round up the best (and we mean best!)
expert tips to help curb the urge to pick and peel.
Meaning: Keep the lips aptly hydrated, especially as we enter colder weather.
“This will help keep your lips conditioned and speed up cell turnover.”
In terms of the best lip-softening ingredients, look for emollients that build up the skin barrierlikeceramidesand fatty acids.
See here forour favorite lip balms.
Use a lip scrub.
Just remember to hydrate your lips afterthat’s why we made it tip No.
1as rubbing your lips raw can also result in some flaking.
Try a supplement.
(Specifically a lack offolate1,B62,B123, andB24has been associated with cracked lips.)
Here’s our list offavorite multivitaminsfor you to choose from.
Stop licking.
It’s easier said than done, but do venture to stop licking your lips throughout the day.
It may seem like you’re simply re-moistening them with your saliva (harmless, right?
Keep your hands busy.
Speak to a professional.
There’s a positive feedback loop in your brain that has to be broken," she says.
The takeaway.
Just know that you likely won’t kick the habit overnightso be gentle with yourself in the process.
