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Why do i get flaky skin around my mouth when i kiss?

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Dr. M. Christine Lee answered

Exfoliation: Kissing can cause dryness, chafing, irritation, peeling or exfoliation of the skin. Moisturizer with vaseline, aquaphor, chapstick or lip balm.

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Answered 9/28/2016

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