Question 1

Why are my lips always peeling?  what should i use as a good moisturizer?  vaseline and  carmax does not work (of course).

Accepted Answer

Drink plenty of fluids, avoid mouth breathing, and review medications you are taking.
Prevention is the best way to deal with this. Use lip balm always especially during cold weather, or hot environments.

Question 2

My bottom lip is chapped, the skin that connects to my bottom lip is peeling. the last time this happened, i used vaseline and got a cold sore. idk?

Accepted Answer

I don't think that cold sore outbreak was directly related to the use of vaseline. Petroleum jelly (vaseline) actually is known to promote healing of damaged skin, since it helps 'seal in' the sensitive skin cells under the damaged area...then they can regenerate. Cold sores usually come out at times of stress- exams, break-ups etc, so I think this was unrelated. Best to keep stress to a minimum.

Question 3

3.5 mos lips peel daily. deep red like sunburn. other times swell, weep and scab. tingle and burn. tried vaseline, antibiotic oint & pills, claritin (loratadine). ?

Accepted Answer

I have seen a few patients who have similar symptoms after using whitening toothpaste.  If you do use it, consider stopping its use.  Consider stopping using lipstick for a couple of weeks if whitening toothpaste does not apply in your case.  Other potential causes? Mouthwash and any other chemical product used in the mouth,

Question 4

Lips have felt chapped for a couple of weeks. used vaseline at night aquaphor during the day. now tiny bumps appeared & tingling. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes cold sores pop up with chapped lips or they could be your normal lip glands. Best to get checked out by your doctor if painful or worrisome. Good luck

Question 5

My lips are severely dry and chapped. no ointment i have used is helping. what is the next step? i have used aquaphor, vaseline, and vaniply

Accepted Answer

Persistent chapped lips is lip eczema, which can be treated like skin eczema, using hydrocortisone cream plus Vaseline or Aquaphor to retain moisture. Sometimes lipsticks or lip sunscreen chemicals are causing an allergic reaction on the lips. Other times, a person is a primary lip-licker (it's his habit). Once cracked, lips get irritated by routine foods and juices. Hydrocortisone for 1 wk helps.

Question 6

For the past few days the corners of my lips have been severely dry and cracked. also, my lips always feel like they have a coating over them. ive been alternating  aquaphor and vaseline, but have found no relief. is there anything else i should do?

Accepted Answer

Make sure you are well hydrated - 6-8 cups of fluid per day.  Avoid licking your lips (it's difficult!)  Use your preference of Aquaphor or Vaseline.  Clean your face and lips with a wet washcloth.

Question 7

I tried using vaseline and aquaphor for lip eczema and still no help. what else should i use, i'm trying not to use a steroid?

Accepted Answer

It may not be "eczema". Sometimes bacterial, viral or fungal infections can affect the lips. You need to see a doctor to examine your lips and treat appropriately.

Question 8

Day 21, 40mg accutane. first nose bleed today and very dry lips. how do i prevent the nose bleeds? aquaphor or vaseline is not cutting it on lips.

Accepted Answer

Have your doctor write you a prescription for Lidex (fluocinonide) Ointment robe used on your lips.

Question 9

Hi i first had sex august 2013, and the following couple of days my penis head started peeling, i was worried and went to the clinic to get tested but nothing came back. it was quite dry so i moisturised it with vaseline when i could, but it still would p

Accepted Answer

At 21, the described irritation and skin-peeling are most likely related with long tight foreskin. If so, circumcision will provide an adequate long-term care. Of others causes for the described may exist, such as psoriasis or lichen-related skin disorders. Nonetheless, a direct look at the concerned area is essentially needed for reaching right diagnosis.

Question 10

I had a micro laser peel 3days ago.  i have tiny white head bumps on the bottom crease of nose. i use aquaphr and on valtrex (valacyclovir). what could it be?

Accepted Answer

It is very common after these procedures to have this reaction.  The white bumps are called milia.  Most cases will resolve on their own if just left alone.  However, you may see your dr that performed the procedure and have them opened.  In addition, the aquaphor may be blocking your pores and  creating these.

Which is better for peeling lips Aquaphor or Vaseline

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My bottom lip is chapped, the skin that connects to my bottom lip is peeling. the last time this happened, i used vaseline and got a cold sore. idk?

3.5 mos lips peel daily. deep red like sunburn. other times swell, weep and scab. tingle and burn. tried vaseline, antibiotic oint & pills, claritin (loratadine). ?

Lips have felt chapped for a couple of weeks. used vaseline at night aquaphor during the day. now tiny bumps appeared & tingling. what could this be?

My lips are severely dry and chapped. no ointment i have used is helping. what is the next step? i have used aquaphor, vaseline, and vaniply

For the past few days the corners of my lips have been severely dry and cracked. also, my lips always feel like they have a coating over them. ive been alternating aquaphor and vaseline, but have found no relief. is there anything else i should do?

I tried using vaseline and aquaphor for lip eczema and still no help. what else should i use, i'm trying not to use a steroid?

Day 21, 40mg accutane. first nose bleed today and very dry lips. how do i prevent the nose bleeds? aquaphor or vaseline is not cutting it on lips.

Hi i first had sex august 2013, and the following couple of days my penis head started peeling, i was worried and went to the clinic to get tested but nothing came back. it was quite dry so i moisturised it with vaseline when i could, but it still would p

I had a micro laser peel 3days ago. i have tiny white head bumps on the bottom crease of nose. i use aquaphr and on valtrex (valacyclovir). what could it be?

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