Good moisturizing ingredients to look for include shea butter, cocoa butter, and almond oil. Shea butter has been used since ancient times and is known for its antioxidant and moisturizing properties. [1] X Research source Cocoa butter is often used to reduce discoloration from scarring. [2] X Research source Almond oil is considered one of the best oils to improve the health and appearance of skin.
Make sure your lip balm has sun blocking material of SPF 20 or greater. Use lipsticks with sun block of SPF 20 also.
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Alternatively, massage your lips with ice cubes to moisturize and make them appear fuller and pink. [6] X Research source
Make a sugar scrub by combining a tablespoon of white or brown sugar with just enough honey or olive oil to make a paste. [7] X Research source Rub the mixture vigorously over your lips. After a minute wipe off with a damp washcloth. Alternatively, use a dry, soft-bristled toothbrush to buff away the dry skin. Apply light pressure to the toothbrush and work the bristles in a circular motion. Follow with a soothing lip balm. Repeat twice a week. If irritation happens, reduce the number of times per week or rub more gently.
Repeat as desired. Discontinue if irritation occurs.
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice. As an alternative, you can mix lemon and honey together, then apply it to your lips at night to subtlety lighten your lips.
Apply a moisturizing balm after you rinse. In addition to lightening your skin, the paste also exfoliates your lips.
Potatoes contain “catecholase,” a naturally occurring enzyme that is best known for reducing skin darkness. [11] X Research source
As an alternative, you can create a paste with beet root powder and water. Apply the paste to your lips. After 10 minutes, wipe away the paste. Repeat as desired to maintain the look.
Alternatively, you could use a mixture of cranberry and grape juice to stain your lips a ruby-red color. Repeat as desired to maintain the look.
