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Healthy pink lips add to your overall appearance. The colour of your lips depends on your complexion. But if you are in the habit of smoking or drinking excessive tea then your lips colour will be dark even if you have a fair complexion. Here are some tips to improve the appearance of your lips.

Cut down on tea/coffee

While it's ok to dring one or two cups of tea or coffee in a day. But excessive drinking of these beverages can darken your lips.

Quit smoking

Smoking definitely gives you dark skin. If you want to improve the appearance of your lips then quit smoking at once. Make it a habit to apply Vaseline regularly to prevent lips dryness.

Sun protection

Even your lips need sun protection when you go out during the day. Apply a lip balm with SPF 30 to give protection, while making keep them soft.

Hydration

Well moisturised lips look attractive irrespective of the colour of your lips. Consume fresh vegetables, fruits and lots of fluids for hydration.

Exfoliation

Exfoliate your lips once a week to remove dead skin. You can also use a lip balms with salicylic acid as one of its ingredients.

(AW: Pratima Tigga)