Winter Lip Care: 10-Second Bedtime Trick That Works (Video)

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Ten seconds to stop chapped lips?

Ten seconds to stop chapped lips?

Winter Lip Habit

In this video you'll learn a tiny bedtime habit that keeps your lips soft all winter, and stick around for the one extra tip that makes a big difference. It's a habit you can fit into any night routine without extra cost.

Why lips dry out

Lips lose moisture fast because their skin is thin and lacks oil glands. Cold air, indoor heating, and sleeping with an open mouth all speed up the drying. The NHS notes cold weather, dry air, wind, sun, and dehydration as common culprits.

Lick-and-peel cycle

When lips feel tight you tend to lick them. The saliva gives a brief relief, then evaporates and pulls more moisture away, leaving the skin even drier. A thin balm layer at night sits on top, slowing that water loss while you sleep.

Dab, never peel

If flakes start to lift, don't peel them. Instead dab a thin layer of balm and press it in with your fingertip. The pressure from your fingertip helps the balm seep into the skin without pulling. The flakes will soften and fall on their own.

Time it takes

All it takes is about ten seconds after brushing to swipe a thin layer of plain balm onto both lips. This step creates a protective barrier that lasts through the night.

Set up the habit

Set it up for success. Keep a plain petroleum jelly tube on the bathroom shelf next to your toothbrush, and a second one on the nightstand for midnight cravings. When you finish brushing, wipe your hands, then dab a thin line on each lip and a dot at the corners.

Daytime protection

During the day protect lips with SPF fifteen or higher, reapplying every couple of hours when you’re outside. If you already wear sunscreen on your face, just remember to add your lips to the list.

The one extra tip

The one extra habit that really locks in moisture is to keep a second balm right by your pillow, so you can dab a quick layer if you wake up with tight lips. Doing this prevents the midnight licking habit that often starts the next morning.

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Read the full guide

The full guide is on thecareonline.com. General information only, so check with your doctor for your own case.