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Who doesn't want soft, smooth lips that look healthy and gorgeous with or without lipstick? Cold winter days, dehydration, and habitual licking are all to blame for dry, peeling, chapped lips. But these 5 at-home remedies to soothe dry lips are simple, affordable, and effective.
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Brown Sugar Treatment
Brown sugar is an amazing natural exfoliant — one many of us already have in our pantries. Whip up a DIY lip treatment by mixing one teaspoon of brown sugar with one teaspoon of raw honey in a cup or bowl. Mix it well and apply to your lips. Allow the treatment to sit on your lips for about five minutes and then gently rub it around your mouth before rinsing it off with warm water.
Lip Oils
Lip oils are a hot product this season — and some, like Ulta Juice Infused Lip Oil — provide vitamins A and E and a light layer of color so that your lips stay moisturized all day long. Create your own soothing lip oil by heating up coconut oil and beeswax in a double boiler until both have melted. Add a tinting powder if you want a bit of color or leave it alone to cool off before applying a layer to your lips.
Brush Your Lips
You have toothbrushes for your teeth and maybe even one to clean bathroom grout — why not reserve a clean toothbrush that can be used only on your lips? Make a point of gently exfoliating your lips daily by applying a dash or two of lip oil to your brush and gliding it along chapped lips to remove dead skin cells.
Create An Overnight Olive Oil Lip Treatment
Wake up to soother, more hydrated lips with this simple DIY treatment. Blend a tablespoon of olive oil with one tablespoon of honey and apply a thin layer to lips before bed (keep it thin or you risk messing up your sheets). Both of these ingredients contain antioxidants and natural emollients that will soften your pucker while you slumber.
Use Cucumbers For An Instant Dry Lip Cure
In a rush and need quick dry lip relief? Turn to your fridge for help. Applying a thin slice or two of fresh cucumber instantly freshens and moisturizes dry, cracked lips. Leave cucumber on for 5-10 minutes and follow up with a layer of organic lip balm (one that doesn't contain petrolatum).
