the skin on my lips cracks and goes hard and when wet goes soft and comes off and are very puffy all the time do you have any idea what i can do and why it is happening
(15 Jan 2008)
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The cause of your chapped lips can be the following:
Over exposure to the weather around you be it the cold wind or the hot sun
You might also be allergic to the cosmetics you use. Try changing them and see the result
Dehydration : You body is not getting enough water for it to keep the lips soft and supple. Drink minimum of 8 to 10 glasses of water daily
Harmful chemicals present in soap also cause cracked lips.
Try switching to an herbal soap.
Smoking can have a terrible effect on your lips
Vitamin deficiency
Not to worry, here’s what can be done with home remedies
Do not, I repeat do not lick or bite your lips as it only worsens the condition
Make sure your body is getting enough vitamins
Drink lots and lots of water
Apply petroleum jelly overnight
Use a glossy lipstick
Use unflavored lip balm
Drink lots of fruit juices
Application of clarified butter overnight also makes lips soft and supple
Rubbing a slice of cucumber also helps
Take margosa leaves extract and apply it on your lips
Aloe Vera gel also does the job.
Making yogurt a part of your daily diet will work wonders
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