How to Heal Chapped Lips Fast: Natural Remedies That Actually Work

Drinking plenty of water is essential for maintaining healthy skin, including the skin on your lips. Dehydration can worsen chapped lips, so make sure to stay hydrated throughout the day. Carry a water bottle with you wherever you go and aim to drink at least 10 glasses of water daily. 

Shield Your Pout: Protect Lips from Weather and Environmental Stressors

Exposure to harsh weather conditions, frigid temperatures and strong winds, can strip the moisture from your lips. To protect them, apply lip balm before heading outside (gold star if your lip balm contains SPF!). Look for hydrating ingredients like beeswax, shea butter, and coconut oil to lock in moisture and shield your lips from the elements. If your lips are severely chapped, consider a lip serum or lip treatment for a higher concentration of healing ingredients. GK ProTip: Apply a moisturizer over the lips. Yes. Moisturizer. Applying a natural moisturizer underneath lip balm, gloss, or lipstick primes and hydrates the lips, and helps prevent lip colour from fading and feathering.

Reapply Often: The Key to Keeping Lips Nourished All Day Long

Wouldn't it be nice if once a day was enough? No dice. Whether you're speaking, snacking, or sipping, saliva gradually dries out the skin on your lips and removes the lip balm layer at the same time. Reapplication throughout the day, especially before you step outside, is needed to heal chapped lips. DYK: a lip balm base is the secret to making your natural lipstick last longer. And - because not all lip formulas are created equal – some may be super nourishing, others can leave your lips dry and chapped. Pucker up and nourish your lips with a natural lip balm before and after applying your lipstick to avoid chapped lips.

Gentle Exfoliation: How to Remove Dead Skin Without Irritation

Regular lip exfoliation removes dry skin, which helps to heal and prevent chapped and dry lips. However, it's super-duper important to be gentle, as the skin on your lips is delicate. You can use a soft toothbrush or a DIY lip scrub made from honey and sugar to exfoliate your lips once or twice a week. Orgaid's Purifying Face Polish uses a rich blend of honey and finely milled brown rice to help buff away dry skin. Use 1-2 times a week to revitalize rough or peeling lips and follow with your nourishing lip balm afterward.

Stop Licking and Biting: Habits That Make Chapped Lips Worse

Licking your lips may provide temporary relief, but it actually worsens the problem. Saliva evaporates quickly, leaving your lips drier than before. Saliva is also full of enzymes that are harsh on the delicate lip skin. Similarly, biting or peeling off the dry skin on your lips can lead to further irritation and delay the healing process. Resist! (We know. Easier said than done.) 

Overnight Lip Treatments: Your Secret Weapon for Intense Hydration

Investing in an overnight lip mask and using it consistently is a level-up for building and retaining hydration and healing chapped lips. Give your lips some TLC with a generous layer Fitglow's Night Lip Serum. The reviews don't lie. This liquid gold is specifically formulated to hydrate, repair, and strengthen the lip moisture barrier, and it will quickly soothe cracks and prevent future dryness. If your lips are seriously parched - a night lip serum is the secret to healing chapped lips fast!

Avoid Lip Irritants: Choose Soothing, Clean Ingredients Instead

Certain products and ingredients can exacerbate chapped lips. Avoid using lip products with artificial fragrances, alcohol, and parabens, as they can be drying and irritating. (Read more about our commitment to healthy beauty products here). Opt for lip balm formulas specifically formulated to soothe and heal chapped lips. 

Our Takeaway: The Ultimate Guide to Naturally Healthy, Hydrated Lips

Healthy, hydrated lips are achievable when you combine consistent care, gentle exfoliation, and protective habits. Staying hydrated, using nourishing lip balms with clean ingredients, avoiding irritants, and treating your lips overnight with targeted serums all contribute to a supple, kissable pout. Remember, patience and routine are key—your lips will thank you! For personalized recommendations or questions about natural lip care, don’t hesitate to reach out to your knowledgeable Green Kiss Educator.

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