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What is the best remedy for chapped and cracking lips?

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Dr. Anifat Balogun answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Chapped lip remedy: Presuming chapped, cracked lips are due to cold weather and not toothpaste, contact allergy from lipstick compound and lip care products, or medications you are taking. First, stay hydrated and avoid licking you lips as this can leave lips drier. Use an oil-based emollient cream, or a petrolatum or beeswax containing lip balm. Apply frequently. If severe, short term low potency steroid helps.

Answered 12/28/2022

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Moisture: Chapped lips? Hydrate well- water is best. You can apply lip balms with beeswax base or oil base creams. Remember that lips require solar protection just like your skin – apply & reapply balms or creams with a minimum spf of 15. Going skiing ?- protect from sun & windburn by covering with a scarf or a ski / snowboard face mask with visor. Dry air? - use a humidifier. Try not to lick your lips!

Answered 7/20/2016

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