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A member asked:
My lips are dark and a bit hard, frm childhood. how can i get pink lips?
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Tone is genetic: Skin tone, including the lips, is largely genetically determined. Avoiding sun exposure and inflammation (from conditions such as eczema) can help reduce further darkening. The use of cosmetics (lipstick) is the safest way to change the color of your lips.
Answered 12/13/2014
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