Lips are often neglected in the morning and evening routine. We often think of them only when we experience discomfort and dryness that irritates us and makes us feel insecure during the day. We share with you a few tips, easily applicable in everyday life, which will help you to improve the overall appearance of the skin in this area:
- Lips need exfoliation too! There are many products of this type on the market that will help smooth the skin in the area and remove dead cells. Regular exfoliation (1 or 2 times a week) contributes to softer and hydrated lips. In addition, it improves their overall appearance, when applying pencils and lipsticks, under which the presence of flaky and dry skin is often visible. We advise you to exfoliate your lips with light movements without pressing too much, because the skin in this area is extremely delicate.
- Hydration and protection. Moisturization is the key to maintaining optimal hydration in the area. In addition to applying products with a light texture, which are more suitable for the warmer months, with ingredients such as shea butter, jojoba, cocoa and hyaluronic acid, we advise that you also take enough fluids to help hydrate the body from the inside. Do not forget to apply the care product in the morning and at night, and if necessary during the day, to protect your lips from harsh environmental factors.
- Don't forget sun protection! Just as the skin on our face needs protection from the harmful rays of the sun, so the sensitive skin on and around the lips needs additional protection! Don't forget to use your face sunscreen around the mouth area to protect against age spots and signs of ageing, and always have an SPF balm with you to protect your lips too.
- Avoid licking your lips. This habit is common in all of us - sometimes unconsciously, and other times intentionally, in the presence of dryness or flaking in the area. This is actually counter-indicated for the condition of the lips as it can worsen the problem instead of solving it. Thus, our lips become even drier until we apply a suitable product that takes care of their optimal hydration. In these, but also in many other cases, we recommend to our customers Lippy Lover - a product that is indispensable for skin care in this area. It melts on the lips, acting as both a balm and a mask, and instantly rescues your area from dryness, dehydration and flaking.
- Don't go overboard with highly matte lip makeup products that promise to last all day! Using this type of lipstick contributes to dehydration in the area and often visibly worsens the appearance of our lips. Instead of using matte lipsticks, opt for moisturizing lip products that will both stay on and keep the area somewhat soft and hydrated. If you still prefer matte lipsticks, be sure to apply a generous amount of your hydrating lip product underneath to protect them and act as a base for your lipstick.
If we have to sum it up, the secret to good looking lips lies in proper care – exfoliate, hydrate, use SPF, drink enough water to ensure soft and restored skin in the area, all season long!
