how many of you experience dry lips all the time and what do you do about it?
350065
i do i live in a norther cliate in the usa...i use vasline when i go to bed i put alot on...you also have to get all of the dead skin off...i do not like to use anything really abrasive becuase your lips and setive...i use a wash cloth not wet at first then one that is a little weter...you have to rub it a little presure...then just use chapstick all the time...i like chapstick and bees wax!!!  HOPE THIS HELPS!!!
907022
Are you a mouth breather?  Do you live in a very dry climate?  Have you tried drinking water with lemon in it?  Do you eat lots of salty food?  Are you taking an anti-histamine?  If the answer is no to all, see your M.D.
114226
That has happened to me many times when I use a new lip gloss or lipsticks as I have extremely sensitive skin. When it happens, I go see a doctor. For me, it never gets better naturally. If I leave it, even though I stop using the lipstick, it gets worse. I always have a medical treatment like the a cream that I can get only from a doc.
16437
The first step in preventing chapped lips is to stop licking. Constant wetting and drying sucks the moisture from lips' outer layer, causing them to feel dry, which prompts more licking, creating a vicious cycle. Dehydrated lips are also more susceptible to dry, windy conditions. \n-- A moisturizing lip balm, especially those containing dimethicone, will help retain natural moisture and protect dry, chapped lips. \n-- Drinking lots of water will help prevent dehydration, which may contribute to chapped lips and dry skin. \n-- Smoothing a generous coating of lip balm on lips before bed will help to moisturize lips while you sleep. \n-- The sun's UV rays are responsible for 90 percent of visible damage we commonly attribute to aging. A lip balm that contains a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15 will help prevent sunburn during outdoor activities, and may reduce the risks of skin aging, skin cancer, and other harmful effects of the sun. \n-- Regular lipstick products, especially some long-wearing varieties, may feel drying. A base coat of lip balm will add needed moisture during winter months. \n-- If lips become chapped, avoid wearing lipsticks while lips are recovering as drying products in color pigments may irritate chapped lips. Also keep acidic foods from touching delicate lips until they've healed. \n-- Lip exfoliators such as Softlips Nightly Care(TM) buff away dry, dead skin cells and stimulate growth of new, vibrant cells. The interactive Beta Hydroxy formula of Softlips Nightly Care(TM) conditions lips that may be sensitive to strong Alpha Hydroxy chemical peels, and the overnight system helps reduce concern about sun damage to freshly exfoliated skin. \n\nFor more information and tips, see the website below!
526799
your skin could be very dry use good moisturisers also check with your doc for any allergies
684379
Yup.  Me.  I get a rash anywhere sweat collects.\n\nI'm also allergic / extra-sensitive to my own saliva.  I used to play a baritone horn, and I won awards and stuff but I had to quit because it destroyed my lips.\n\nEven now, many years later when I fool around on a trombone, it doesn't take long to bother me.  Its a drag because I love the sound of lower brass.\n\nAnyway, you weren't asking about that were you, so I'll shut up now.  \n\nYes.
725124
Isn't chilitis just the medical term for chapped lips?  I don't think its caused by uncleanliness.  I'm on a medication that causes chilitis, and I just use blistex.  If youre not on anymedication or anything its probably just the weather and lack of humidity this time of year causing it.
413671
Could be  dehydration or some medication you might be taking. I don't think sleeplessness causes dry mouth.
151052
You're right - it's BS. The only thing that happens when you lick your lips too much is that they get dry and chapped. :)
1071184
Try Blistex or some Bacitracin (antibiotic ointment).  Some people get sores or blisters and rash around the mouth from foods with lots of acid in them. AVOID LICKING YOUR LIPS!!!!!  Keep them clean and dry.  Too much oj or grapefruit juice irritates my mouth.
84289
I have used ABREVA, it is very expensive, about 15 dlls but I think is good, also try to use any medication when u start feeling the blister, because if u star using now, it wont help much, also if you go to a walgreens they have a section where u can find mexican products , try vitacilina, it is not expensive and will help your lip heal fast
798681
It seems you are constantly licking your lips without realising it,thus causing chapping etc.\n\nOther than chapsticks maybe drop into chemist/drugstore to see if they can offer suggestions via balm or similar.\n\nWhy have you waited so long as could be something more sinister...(only joking) nah just get something from chemist..\n\nIt could be a allergic reaction to stud you have in tongue worth a thought hmmm
876991
take a benadryl. i will dry you up. my aunt has the same type of issue and when she goes to her dentist they always ask her to take one so she is easier to work on.\n\ntry it!
906734
It's just dried spit, lol. Don't worry about it, is happens to the best of us :).
285064
I used to run the mile & 2 mile races. I'd put a piece of gum in my cheek to prevent dry mouth.
1122584
.. I have the same problem.. I suck my front two fingers (index and middle)  and i'm 15 ...\n\nI have tried EVERYTHING there is.. lemon juice.. chili peper.. cleaning products.. sitting on my hand whenever I feel the urge to put them in my mouth.. Everything..\n\nI'm beggining to think this will never end, and I will forever be embarresed by it..\n\nalthough, I am trying the "wrap the finger(s) up" thing.  and it is sorta working, BUT.. everymorning I wake up with a HORRIBLE dry mouth.. which REALLY irritates me..\n\n so i have the feeling I will easily be going back to my fingers..   :(
657943
Try Abreva and if can get a prescription of  Mupirocin Calcium 2%, combine them and in no time it'll heal. I use both every ten minutes and in 2 days and half it's better. Plus don't bite your lip it'll swell like a balloon. Drink lots of fluids and avoid salty foods ans snacks!