Lip Protection

The sun is beginning to come out here in California, therefore, that means more sun and more chapped lips. At least for me, my lips always fight against being chapped. Here are some steps for taking care of your lips.

Step 1: Exfoliate your lips; this gets rid of the dead skin cells. Using a soft bristle toothbrush, gently massage your lips. Alternatively, take a dry washcloth and do the same. You can make a baking soda an olive oil mixture for this.

Step 2: Always apply lip balm that has sunscreen in it.

Step 3: Use Vaseline to help dry, cracked lips. You can also use it as a top coat for lipstick, it helps it stay on longer, or if you run out of lip gloss and want some shine.

Step 4: Put on lip balm prior to applying your lipstick, which is protection for your lips. This will help the lipstick go on smoother.

Here is a recipe for homemade lip balm

This recipe for lip balm is made with fresh cranberries that will leave your lips soft and give them a hint of color.

Ingredients
10 fresh cranberries
1 tbsp sweet almond oil
1 tsp honey
1 drop of Vitamin E oil

Directions

Mix all the ingredients together in a micro safe bowl.

Microwave for a couple of minutes or until the mixture just begins to boil. (The bowl may also be heated in a pan of water on a stove top).

Stir well and gently crush the berries. Let the mixture cool for five minutes and then strain through a fine strainer to remove all of the fruit pieces. Stir again and set aside to cool completely.

Once the mixture has finished cooling, transfer it into a small, plastic container or tin for you to keep. I sure hope that these tips and this recipe have helped you.