Many people experience chapped lips in winter, and the cold dries them out, causing them to crack.
Some people in such situations resort to the help of special balms.
Unfortunately, not all of them are effective and, moreover, in certain circumstances, they can aggravate the problem.

Experts recommend that in order to prevent chapped lips, along with using lip balm, you should also maintain your hydration balance.
In particular, it is recommended to drink as much water as possible, the most ordinary kind.
It is also recommended to use a humidifier.
Another recommendation is to apply a lip balm with moisturizing ingredients (petroleum jelly or shea butter) before going to bed.
If the skin on your lips is already peeling, you should not tear it off, as such actions will only aggravate the problem.
But what if your lips remain dry and chapped even after weeks of using a balm with moisturizing ingredients?
In this case, experts recommend either changing the balm or consulting a dermatologist.
This is especially necessary when crusts appear in the corners of the mouth or when the lips hurt or itch a lot.
According to experts, the latter may indicate the presence of an allergy or an infection caused by fungi or bacteria.
In this case, you should consult a doctor who will prescribe the necessary treatment, including the necessary medications.