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The summer months affects your beautiful lips, making them dry and unattractive. Your lips need to be moisturised constantly to prevent them from drying. Here are a few tips to keep your lips soft and moisturised.

Avoid licking lips

The cardinal rule to prevent your lips from drying is to avoid licking them. Many people have the habit of licking lips that result into dry and chapped lips. Make it a point to stop yourself whenever you feel the urge to lick your lips.

Drink water

Stay hydrated during summer by drinking lots of water. Try to drink at least 2 to 3 liters of water everyday. When your body is hydrated the skin as well as your lips will stay moisturised.

Lip balm

Besides internal moisturisation with water, your lips need external moisturisation. Use a good quality lip balm, with sun protective SPF, to keep your lips soft and moist. You can also use petroleum jelly.

Protect your lips

Harsh face profucts affect your skin and lips. In case you use a specialised product to treat your acne or any other skin issue, them avoid contact with your lips. It may harm the skin on your lips.

Choose good quality cosmetics

All women indulge in some cosmetics or the other. While there is no harm in wearing make-up, but make sure you buy the best quality you can afford. Choose wisely while picking your lipstick or lipgloss as some products may harm your lips.

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