Healthy Summer Lips
The summer is fast approaching, and that means more and more time spent outdoors. Hopefully, it also means you’ve been stocking up (and slathering on) sun protection factor (SPF) sunscreen. But many beachgoers who lather on sunscreen onto their skin will overlook one essential spot on the body: their lips.
Lips need extra care and protection because they do not have glands to keep them moist. So put the balm on! Protect your lips from ultraviolet (UV) rays by using lip balm containing SPF sunscreen of at least 15. This prevents lips from becoming sunburned, chapped and dehydrated. Remember that your lips are skin too!
Exfoliate your lips as needed. This is easily and quickly done by using a soft toothbrush to brush your lips, removing dead skin cells and residue. Softly brushing your lips makes them feel smoother and ready for lip balm.
Staying hydrated in the summer may seem like a no-brainer, but your lips look healthier for it. Dehydration leads to dry, cracked skin and lips. Prevent peeling lips by drinking lots of water during the long, hot summer days.
Studies also show that diet plays a key role in skin and lip health. A diet rich in vitamins E and C are essential to skin health. Omega-3 fatty acids also contain antioxidants to support and protect against UV damage.
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