Key Benefits of Lip Balm for Dry Lips

The delicate skin of our lips often bears the brunt of harsh weather conditions, dehydration, and various environmental factors which can result in dry, chapped, and sometimes painful lips . This is where lip balm saves the day, it has a combination of benefits which help to restore and rescue parched pouts. Here are the top benefits of using lip balm on dry lips: 

1. Hydration & Moisturisation 

At the heart of every good lip balm lies its ability to hydrate and moisturise. Dry lips are often a sign of not enough moisture, and lip balms come equipped with ingredients designed to combat this.

2. Protection Against Harsh Elements

Our lips are exposed to the elements daily including the sun, wind, and cold. A quality SPF 50+ lip balm acts as a shield, creating a protective barrier that protects against the detrimental effects of UV rays, harsh winds, and extreme temperatures. 

3. Prevention of Chapping and Cracking

One of the primary benefits of lip balm is its ability to prevent chapping and cracking. Regular application helps maintain the integrity of the skin on your lips, preventing it from drying out and developing painful fissures. By keeping your lips well-hydrated, lip balm becomes a proactive measure against the discomfort of chapped lips.

4. Soothing Relief for Irritated Lips

For those dealing with dry, irritated lips, a soothing lip balm can provide much-needed relief. Ingredients like Manuka Honey, Papaya, clove oil and menthol are often used in lip balms for their calming properties, helping to ease discomfort.

5. Exfoliation and Cell Renewal 

Some lip balms contain gentle exfoliating ingredients like urea. These help to get rid of dead skin cells, and remove flaky skin revealing smoother, healthier lips.

6. Enhancing Lip Health and Appearance

Using lip balm not only supports  overall lip health but also offers aesthetic benefits. Well-moisturised lips ensure a smoother and more even coverage while applying lipstick – win! 

Choosing the Best Lip Balm

With an abundance of lip balm options on the market, Dermal Therapy offers a range of lip balms designed to meet all your lip care  needs. From dryness and chapping to sun protection, our lip balms provide effective hydration without the use of harsh chemicals. 

• Dermal Therapy has created the best lip balm for dry lips, it is our multi-award winning Lip Balm Original – 1 sells every 15 seconds! 
• When spending  time outdoors, Dermal Therapy SPF 50+ Lip Balm is ideal to protect your lips from the sun’s harmful rays – without the bitter sunscreen taste!
• If you have sensitive skin, opt for fragrance-free or hypoallergenic sensitive lip balms to minimise the risk of irritation. 
• For an intensive yet lightweight lip treatment you won’t want to miss out on our sell-out Dermal Therapy Overnight Lip Repair – Lip Mask.