Lips are metaphorically and literally like sponges – they absorb water to plump up. But they’re also one of the only parts of our body not to be able to sweat or produce oil, which leaves them very vulnerable to dehydration. You need to be on particular watch out if you’re in extreme temperatures or dry air.
Lips are in touch with their environment, and this means moisture levels in the air too. Small amounts of water in the air, known as low humidity, wreaks havoc with our precious pout. As we know, lips being sponge-like, absorb water from the air, so in the case of a kind of air-water-drought, they can become dry, rough or even start to peel. Not ideal for a SWALK.
Dry lips can vary in extremity – from feeling a little tight or slightly rough to being full-on sore, cracked or peeling. And that’s no fun for your lips. There’s a difference between dry lips caused by dehydration and those caused by a medical condition.
Before we get down to top tips for dry lips, let’s cover off a few watch-outs. If your lips feel hot, painful, swollen or blistered don’t apply any cosmetics, and always best to consult your doctor.