Do I have a trusted tube lurking in every corner of my apartment?
But sometimes, you just need to pamper the lips with somethingextra.
)tried and tested.
My baby-smooth pout and I can personally attest to each and every pointer:
Exfoliate.
Seeherefor our full lip exfoliation guide, as well as our favoriteclean lip scrubsto choose from.
Or you might go theDIY lip scrub route with these stellar recipes.
Studies have even shown that adequate amounts of water canincrease the dermal thickness of the skin1including the lips.
Support collagen production.
- Studies show that these collagen peptides are able tosupport skin elasticity, hydration, and dermal collagen density2.
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Use a lip mask.
Find our favorite options to glaze on,here.
Avoid drying ingredients.
“Any alcohol ingredient will also be drying to the lips.
And salicylic acid can be irritating in a lip balm.
Same goes for makeup: confirm yourlipsticks,stains, and glosses don’t sneak in any drying players.
Don’t lick or pick at your lips.
As a fellow lip picker, I know this is easier said than done.
But do your best to refrain from manually peelingeven those dry, dead flakes of skin.
Layer your lip products.
To truly deliver moisture, you’ll want to layeryour lip care.
Protect from the elements.
“Cover your mouth when outside in the elements,” says King.
(Or, you know, with your mask.)
As for those humid, warmer months?
Create a barrier during your skin care routine.
Again, the skin on your lips is super thin and sensitive, especially if you overuse exfoliating ingredients.
The takeaway.
Toreallyget soft lips, you oughta focus on every angle of lip care.
A soft, supple pout is no quick fix, but once you’ve nailed your go-to regimen?
You’ll never look back.
