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How Can Chapped Lips Be Treated?
My facial lips have been try, chapping. It s not the usual dryness, and I am diligent on putting on moisturizer on my lips. Now when I put on my shea butter lip balm my lips are throbbing in pain. Not sure what to put on them to help them heal from whatever is going on
Mon, 30 Apr 2018
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Some advice that I can give to you is:
-Wash your lips with a moisturizing cleanser to soften the skin.
-Peel your Lips to remove the chapped skin. Use a wet washcloth or soft toothbrush to gently rub your lips.
-Apply a Lip balm to instantly add an emollient layer to your lips.
-Drink several glasses of water.
-Do not lick your Lips.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Some advice that I can give to you is:
-Wash your lips with a moisturizing cleanser to soften the skin.
-Peel your Lips to remove the chapped skin. Use a wet washcloth or soft toothbrush to gently rub your lips.
-Apply a Lip balm to instantly add an emollient layer to your lips.
-Drink several glasses of water.
-Do not lick your Lips.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
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