Top Tips for Luscious Lips

Keep Your Lips Super Soft and Nourished Throughout Autumn

Now that Summer is well and truly over (boo!), our central heating will soon be switched on as temperatures outside start dropping. Don't be surprised if you notice your lips getting a little more dry and flakey than usual. Heating systems in our home and harsh weather conditions play havoc with our skin. Because the skin on our lips is so thin, it is usually the first part of our body to be affected by the colder weather.

​Luckily, we've put together a handy list of tips for keeping your lips luscious and soft - after all, it will soon be time for kissing under the mistletoe (yes, we mentioned it!)

Moisturise from Within

Chapped and dry lips are often the first warning signs of mild dehydration. The easiest way to keep your lips super soft is to drink plenty of water every day (your skin and hair will also thank you!).

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Nourish and Protect with a Good Quality Lip Balm

Apply a protective layer of butters and oils a few times a day to prevent central heating, wind and colder weather from drying out your lips. Look out for Shea and Cocoa butters, Almond Oil, Coconut Oil, Beeswax and other naturally moisturising ingredients when choosing your lip balm.

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Gently Scrub Away any Flakey Bits

A simple remedy to remove flakey skin and soothe dry lips is to use a Natural Lip Scrub. By gently exfoliating away the top layer of dead skin, your lips will look smoother and feel softer. Try to pick one with a natural exfoliant (like sugar) that will dissolve easily and feel less abrasive on your lips.

Check out our BRAND NEW Natural Lip Scrubs. Made from Sugar, Shea Butter and Sweet Almond Oil they leave your lips moisturised and soft. Simply apply a small amount of the Lip Scrub to your lips, and gently rub together for a little exfoliation (or use your finger to gently rub in a small circular motion). Wipe off any excess sugar when you're finished, leaving soft, irresistible lips.

Natural Lip Scrub - Berrylicious

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Protect your Lips from the Sun

Just like your skin, your lips need protection from harmful UV rays too. Even in Winter, the sun can dry out and damage your lips. A little SPF goes a long way to keep your lips soft and smooth all year round. 

Did you know?
Some oils and butters have a natural SPF value. It is believed that Shea Butter & Coconut Oil have an SPF of 4-6, Red Raspberry Seed Oil up to 50 SPF and Carrot Seed Oil up to 40 SPF. 

You can find some great recipes and resources for making your own natural skincare and cosmetics here.

Did you know?
There are claims that high shine lipsticks and glosses can actually harm your lips in the sun. By acting like a magnifying glass, they can direct harmful UV rays right to your lips. Keep protected by picking lipsticks and glosses with an SPF value of 15+ (Source: Is SPF important in lip products?).

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Stop licking your lips!

Even the NHS recommends you go easy on licking your lips, because when that saliva evaporates it leaves your skin even drier. Licking also washes away your lips' natural oils, a double whammy for dry lips! In severe cases, Perioral Dermatitis (known as Lip Lickers Dermatitis) can occur... ouch! If you just can't stop the habit, make sure you generously apply Lip Balm several times a day.

Lip Lickers Dermatitis - ouch!!

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We hope you've enjoyed our guide to keeping your lips looking great. If you have any other handy tips and hints our customers might find useful, let us know in the comments below.

​And don't forget to check out our new Berrylicious Lip Balm, perfect for protecting your lips over Winter.

Berrylicious Handmade Lip Balm

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