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How to stop peeling dead skin off lips?
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? topical : May be due to dryness, so a good cream may help. May be due to allergies (mouth breathing/snoring) antihistamines may help that. Avoid irritants -, esp bright/white toothpastes.
Answered 10/30/2012
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