Chapped lips are unlady-like. Asides from being embarrassing, they make a lady look unattractive and feel uncomfortable. While this condition may be attributed to harsh weather condition, it can also be as a result of wrong lifestyle habits. Just like any part of the body, the lips need special care and attention.
Do you have chapped lips? You can indulge in home remedies. You would need two natural ingredients- one that acts as an exfoliator, which removes your dead cells. The other acts as a nourishing agent that hydrates your lips. After doing the lip scrub of choice, remember to apply a lip balm to maintain the moisture of your lips. You would love how your lips feel and they will thank you.
So here are the 3 Do-It-Yourself lip scrubs to the rescue:
1.Cinnamon powder, Sugar, Olive Oil, Honey
This lip scrub has healing powers. The cinnamon powder plumps up your lip and gives this scrub a sensational aroma, while the sugar exfoliates your dead skin cells. The olive oil and honey hydrates your lips. Mix one tablespoon of sugar, a pinch of cinnamon powder, one teaspoon of olive oil and half a tablespoon of honey together. Apply and gently massage your lips and wipe it with a warm wash cloth.
2. Peppermint oil, Olive Oil, Brown Sugar
A drop of peppermint oil for the aroma and the cooling effect on your lips is necessary.Mix one teaspoon of olive oil and a teaspoon of granulated brown sugar with the peppermint oil . Apply and massage your lips for a few minutes before you wash it off with warm water.
3. Coconut Oil, Sugar and Honey
Take one tablespoon of sugar, one teaspoon of coconut oil, one teaspoon of honey in a small container and mix well. Apply the lip scrub on your lips and gently massage your lips for a minute. Then wash it off or wipe it off. You can replace coconut oil with vaseline.