Are you guilty of devoting all your attention to developing a robust skincare routine for that lit-from-within dewy and radiant glow, but ignoring your lips and experiencing dull and chapped lips afterwards? Us too! It’s surprising to see that while proper lip care is one of the easiest components of a pregnancy beauty routine, it is also the most often overlooked. But do you know why your lips are just as deserving of TLC as the rest of your face? Because your lips play a major role in boosting your overall look and having a dry and chappy pout may impact your appearance, and thus the mood of your day.
The good news is that you can always make some tweaks in your beauty regime and squeeze in a targeted lip care routine to enhance the health of your pout. To make things easier for you, we have listed the ultimate lip care routine that you can follow at home, and the best lip care products to achieve the softest pout.
The Ultimate Lip Care Routine For Plump Lips
Use A Lip Scrub
You probably have your face and body exfoliator all sorted, but now it’s time to make way for a scrub that is specially designed for your lips and mouth area. Using a lip scrub can help buff away the dead skin cells on your lips, and ensure that the other star products of your lip care routine, from lip masks to lip balms, penetrate more effectively and work on the freshest layer of lips rather than on old and dead skin cells.
You may consider using a natural exfoliating lip scrub with antioxidant-rich ingredients like powdered sugar, cocoa butter, natural vitamin E, and coconut oil that gently exfoliate, smoothen and moisturise your lips, and protect them from further damage. For best results, use the scrub at least 2-3 times a week.
Go An Extra Mile With A DIY Lip Mask
A DIY lip mask can take your lip care routine up a few notches and help replenish and revive your pout. Besides exfoliating dead skin cells, a lip mask can also help add moisture and protein to your lippie, and help slough away any flakes or dry skin.
Here’s how you can create a DIY lip mask for a rosy and fresh pout—minus the chap.
You will need:
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda/clay
- ¼ teaspoon yogurt
- 2 drops of lavender oil (optional)
How to:
- Combine the yogurt with clay/baking soda and lavender oil to make it into a paste.
- Apply generously to your dry lips and leave it on for 10-15 minutes.
- Rinse with cold water and apply a lip balm right after.
Pucker Up With A Moisturising Lip Balm
Lip balm needs no introduction as it is the real MVP of any lip care routine, and you should literally keep it stashed in your go-to beauty bag, every time you step out. Applying a lip balm throughout the day is a surefire to protect your pout from dryness and maintain its optimal moisture levels 24/7.
Opt for an ultra-rich natural lip balm with superstar ingredients and natural antioxidant boosters like flax seed oil, shea butter, cocoa butter, and candelilla wax that deeply nourish and hydrate your lips to reveal the plumpest and softest pout ever!
Hydrate With Essential Oils
You may also incorporate nourishing essential oils loaded with vitamins and minerals in your lip care routine. Applying essential oils can help nourish and smooth your lips, and also protect them against environmental aggressors, such as the sun’s rays and pollutants.
You may use essential oils, such as:
- Camellia oil
- Rose geranium oil
- Lavender oil
- Carrot seed oil
- Sweet almond oil
Most of these essential oils do more than nourish your lips. For instance, lavender oil boasts anti-inflammatory properties and can be used for soothing cracked lips and pain relief. However, keep in mind that you cannot apply essential oils directly to your lips. First, dilute them with a carrier oil, such as jojoba or coconut oil, and then rub it on your lips to avoid irritation or swelling.
Bonus Tip: Identify Common Irritants And Steer Clear Of Them
In addition to following a targeted lip care routine and using the best lip care products, you should pay special attention to the factors that are drying out your pout. Is it the consumption of alcoholic beverages that are dehydrating your skin, and thus your lips, or is it something in your other lip care products? You need to figure that out first.
Many lipsticks and lip balms may contain certain chemical products that may at first work well on your lips, but later cause dryness and irritation. The American Academy of Dermatology Association (AAD) warns against the usage of the following chemicals for your lips:
- Phenol
- Salicylic acid
- Propyl gallate
- Oxybenzone
- Lanolin
If you want to maintain a healthy and smooth pout, you should definitely follow the lip care routine we mentioned above. In addition to nourishing and protecting your lips, these steps can help prevent your lips from drying out in the future and help you achieve the plumpest and softest pout of your dreams.
We are on our way to building a robust lip care routine with the best lip care products mentioned above, and we hope you do too!
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