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Why are my lips are always chapped!?

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Dr. Glenn Messina answered

Specializes in Aesthetic Medicine

Evaporation: Chapped lips are often caused by wetting them and having them wind dried. Moisturizers like chap stick do help an avoiding licking your lips especially in the winter. If it is a severe problem see a dermatologist to make sure you do not have any medical condition or immune disorder.

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Answered 6/1/2014

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