Apply lip balm any time your lips feel dry. Never lick your lips because this can cause them to dry out even more. Avoid using a lip balm with salicylic acid, which will make your lips peel.

Look for a lip balm that contains a sunscreen with at least SPF 15 protection.

Always apply lip balm before applying lip color, no matter what type of lipstick you use. If you decide to use a matte color, then apply a heavy layer of lip balm before applying your lipstick.

Aloe vera gel. [3] X Research source Make sure that you choose one that is made from 100% aloe vera and that has no extra ingredients. You can also use some aloe vera fresh from an aloe vera plant. Coconut oil. This oil is solid at room temperature, so it is similar to lip balm. Olive oil. A few drops of olive oil can also moisturize dry lips.

Make sure that you use a soft toothbrush or the bristles may be too hard on your lips. Don’t scrub too hard either. Just gently move the brush around your lips. Rinse and pat dry your lips when you finish and then apply some of you favorite lip balm to moisturize them.

To make your own lip scrub, just mix together a teaspoon of brown sugar with a teaspoon of olive oil. Apply your lip scrub to your lips using your fingertip or a soft bristle toothbrush. Then work the scrub around your lips. When you are finished, rinse away the scrub. Your lips should feel smooth and moisturized when you are finished.

After you finish, pat your lips dry and apply a layer of your favorite lip balm to rehydrate them.

salty foods, such as chips, pretzels, and popcorn spicy foods, such as chicken wings, salsa, and hot sauce citrus fruits, such as oranges, grapefruits, and lemons

Running an air conditioner can dry out the air, so running a humidifier when you use the air conditioning may help. You may also fund that the air in your home is drier in the winter.

Sun or wind damage Insufficient Vitamin B2 Too much Vitamin A An allergic reaction to a lip product or food A medication, especially one for acne, high blood pressure, or hypothyroidism A yeast infection around your mouth