DRY LIPS? DISCOVER THE REAL CAUSES & CARE TIPS

Cracked and chapped lips - especially in winter we feel the unpleasant side effects of dry lips. Cold temperatures outside and dry heating air inside dry out the lips. We'll tell you what you can do to combat dry lips.

Dry lips: What's behind it?

Chapped lips can be very unpleasant, as our lips contain many nerve endings.
Chapped lips are therefore very sensitive, especially if they are permanently tight, burn or even burst open. Dry lips can be an indication that our body is lacking something. 

This may be due to the following causes:

• Lack of fluids
• Stress
• Too much care
• Vitamin deficiency
  
  

Burning lips are a common sign of dryness. As our lips do not have their own sweat and sebaceous glands, they sometimes need external support. 

Expert advice: An additional vitamin or fluid deficiency usually exacerbates the symptoms of dry lips. It is therefore important that you always provide them with optimal care.

Overview of the causes of dry lips - why your lips are constantly dry 

Let's take a closer look at the causes of dry lips:

1. Low hydration: One of the most common causes of dry lips is insufficient hydration. If you don't drink enough, this can lead to dehydration, which manifests itself in the form of dry lips.
   
   
2. Weather conditions: Extreme weather conditions such as cold, wind or dry air severely dry out the lips. If the lips are cold and white, they are often also dry, as extreme cold contributes to drying out the sensitive lips.
   
   
3. Frequent lip licking: People with dry lips often unconsciously get into the habit of licking their lips in order to moisturize them. However, this behavior only guarantees short-term relief and causes even drier lips in the long term because the saliva removes the natural moisture from the lips.
   
   
4. Unsuitable care products: Using lip care products with irritating ingredients can also lead to dry lips. Too frequent use of low-quality lip balms can also damage the sensitive skin of the lips.
   
   

Dry lips are an important sign that the body needs more fluids and care. 

Expert tip: Make sure you drink enough water and take care of your lips with a suitable lip care product to provide them with targeted support in extreme weather conditions.

dry skin around the mouth: this could be the cause

dry skin around the mouth can be uncomfortable, but is easily treatable if you know the causes. If you notice inflamed lips with a red border or dry corners of the mouth, you should consider the following possible causes:

• Perioral dermatitis: This skin condition can also affect the skin around the mouth. It is often triggered by the use of certain skin care products or steroid creams. Avoiding these irritating substances often contributes to rapid improvement.
  
  
• Allergies: Allergic reactions to food, lip care products or toothpaste can also lead to dry corners of the mouth and inflamed lips. Keep a diary of the symptoms you experience along with the use of different care products or foods to get to the bottom of the cause.
  
  
• Dehydration: Insufficient fluid intake dries out the skin. Small, painful cracks appear, particularly on the lips and corners of the mouth.
  
  
• Environmental factors: Dry air, cold or wind can lead to symptoms of dryness such as redness or cracking around the mouth. Moisturize the lips and surrounding skin regularly to keep them well hydrated.
  
  
• Skin diseases: Eczema or psoriasis can also lead to dry and inflamed lips. These conditions often require specific treatment, which should be recommended by a dermatologist.
  
  
• Malnutrition: A lack of B vitamins and Zinc can lead to dry and inflamed lips. Eat a healthy and balanced diet to provide your body with all the nutrients it needs.
  
  

If you know the causes of your dry lips and mouth corners, you can take appropriate countermeasures promptly. A combination of good skin care, adequate hydration and a balanced diet can help to alleviate the symptoms and prevent dry lips in the long term.

Moisturizing Skincare helps to combat dry corners of the mouth. In our JUNGLÜCK store you will find the right cream for every skin type in our range. 

Can dry lips indicate an illness?

In most cases, dry lips are harmless and easily treatable. In some cases, dry lips can indicate an illness. Autoimmune diseases and skin conditions such as psoriasis are sometimes accompanied by dry lips. 

In most cases, one or more of the following harmless causes are behind the phenomenon:

• Vitamin deficiency
• Infections
• Allergies
• Dehydration
• Hormonal changes
  
  

How to care for your lips properly: our tips

But what helps against dry lips? We reveal care tips for the right care for dry lips:

1. Gentle cleanser: While cleansing your face, you should also Cleanse your lips regularly. Use warm water and a washcloth to gently remove any lipstick residue.
   
   
2. Regular peeling: A gentle lip scrub once a week removes dead skin cells and makes your lips smooth and supple again. With a pinch of sugar and a little honey, you can make your own peeling lip scrub in no time at all.
   
   
3. moisturizer: Regularly apply a high-quality, moisturizing lip care, such as our Hyaluronic Acid lip balm to Protect your lips from drying out.
   
   
4. Protection against environmental influences: Our Hyaluronic Acid lip balm is also ideal as a preventative measure against harmful environmental influences and extreme weather conditions.
   
   

With these simple tips, which can be easily integrated into your regular skincare routine, you can take optimum care of your lips.

The Hyaluronic Acid lip balm for supple, soft lips

Our Hyaluronic Acid lip balm is an effective protection for chapped lips. With 

• 0.3% hyaluron, 
• Vitamin E, 
• Organic aloe vera 
• and organic shea butter, it only hydrates dry lips and conjures up a naturally beautiful smile with four different colors. 
  
  

Whether in the shades of delicate peach, powerful berry, soft rosewood or in completely natural transparency - our moisturizing lip balm is available in the right color for every skin type and every taste. It emphasizes the lips in a delicate gloss and has a pleasantly light vanilla scent.