Can you get hooked on lip balm?

Yes you can get hooked on lip balms. It has been proven through many scientific studies by lip balm manufacturers, that lip balm can be addictive due to excessive use.

Although it may seem to you that you can’t go anywhere without lip balm and that it has become a part of you, this does not mean that you are addicted to it. BUT, it contains certain allergens that lead to dermatitis on the lips, and because of this, the skin of the lips is irritated and it requires more and more soothing balms.

If you notice discoloration or chapped skin on your lips, see a dermatologist and change your lip balm.

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The skin is a complicated organ with many layers, and its upper layer, the epidermis, is mainly composed of dead cells that signal the deeper layers to create new cells. Regular use of care products prevents the evaporation of moisture from the inner layers of the skin. Because the top layer doesn’t dry as much as it should, the basal layer slows down the production of new cells. Thus, the lips will be permanently dry as soon as the effect of the lip balm stops because the necessary cell replacement will not occur. The experts are unanimous – the more you treat your lips to moisturizing products, the more dependent they will be on them.

How Can You Get Rid Of Addiction On Lip Balm

Although this addiction seems very banal, it is very difficult to break free. One of the ways is to choose a lip balm that will not bother or dry out your lips in any way, but will nourish and protect them. Also, it is necessary to drastically reduce its use.

In general, you should not, and should not, apply lip balm more than three times a day. In the morning, in the evening before going to bed and possibly once during the day.

In addition, when you apply face cream, you also apply it to your lips, so they get the moisture they need.

In our previous post we wrote about cases when Carmex lip balm can be bad for your lips, most of them apply to any lip balm so make sure to check it out.

But the most important thing is to find a balm that contains:
  • Vaseline, beeswax (cera alba) and/or ceramides (fats that help retain water)
  • Urea or glycerin that help to increase the moisture of the lips, reduce irritation and help prevent cracking of the skin of the lips
  •  Dimethicone, a silicone oil that prevents drying and extends the life of the product
  • Lanolin or coconut butter that softens, moisturizes and protects the lips
  •  SPF factor (at least 20) that protects the lips from the sun’s rays
Avoid these ingredients in lip balms:
  • Parabens – harmful ingredients in perfumes and deodorants
  •  Any scents and colors
  • Menthol, camphor, phenol that will dry your lips, cause redness and swelling
  •  Alcohol also dries out the lips
  •  Vitamin E, which can cause allergic reactions in some people
  •  Artificial colors

This post is written and managed by Hannah West

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Hello there, lovely readers! I’m Hannah West, and I’ve had the incredible journey of serving as a Skin Health Researcher for over a decade. My passion for skincare started early, and I’ve dedicated my life to research healthy, glowing skin. Through my years of reading about it, I’ve witnessed the transformative power of proper skincare routines. From addressing common concerns to tackling complex issues, I’m here to share my knowledge and experiences with all of you so you don’t have to research it yourself.

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