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A member asked:

What can i do for my dry, cracked lips? i normally use burt's bees, but it doesn't heal the lips and i have to keep applying. chapstick doesn't work.

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Dr. Jay Bradley answered

Specializes in Cornea, Cataract, & Refractive (LASIK & PRK) Surgery

Carmex: Try carmex. It works well and lasts longer/heals better than other options.

Dr Lewis agreed

Answered 12/4/2012

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