Vaseline helps, so does any cooking oil or grease including bacon grease or Crisco. If you want to prevent them try drinking more water. While in the interior of Alaska I had problems with chapped lips. At 50 degrees below zero things can get bad in a hurry. I asked the flight surgeon about a prescription and he informed me that all I really needed to do was drink more water. In other words, stay hydrated. I started drinking three 16 oz. glasses everyday, morning, noon and night just like it was medicine. It worked in Alaska, I imagine it will work for you as well.Does anyone know any home remedies for chapped lips?
Yep. The Dr. likened AK to a desert. When it gets COLD (-50F or so)the air dries out and we do too, but when it's cold we don't seem to get as thirsty. Hence we drink less water and dehydrate. Give it a try... Report Abuse
Sorry, I read your response as a question, not a statement. I'm very glad you are feeling better. Chapped ';anything'; is uncomfortable at the least and can be painful. Report Abuse
Try a little Vaseline if you have it...if not some butter or Crisco until you can get some chap stick.
Every night when I brush my teeth and tongue, I lightly exfolliate my lips with the brush. Then after having some water before bed, I'll put some moisturiser - a good, hydrating facial one, not a chapstick over the top. Personally my lips don't like most chapsticks because they just seem to stick to the surface, whereas putting a bit of good moisturiser on them helps them stay hydrated and plump.
I'm no glamour, but I often get complimented on my lips and kissing ;)
Vaseline aka petroleum jelly
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