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Can you tell me what is the best way to help extremely dry and chapped lips?

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Dr. David Kam answered

Dry lips: Try Vaseline or OTC ChapStick. Do not lick your lips with your tongue. Drink plenty of water and minimize caffeine and alcohol.

Dr Maes and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/3/2016

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