Validated by a dermatologist, this lip care routine gently exfoliates, restores the skin barrier and repairs chapped skin overnight.
Winter rhymes with falling temperatures, dry air and alteration of the skin barrier. On the lips, whose skin is particularly thin and devoid of a protective hydrolipidic film, dehydration sets in quickly. The skin surface becomes irregular, small skin spots appear and feelings of tightness increase. Although a classic balm provides immediate comfort, it is not always enough to restore skin balance in the long term. But a tip popularized by a dermatologist could radically change the appearance of our smile by focusing on the combination of two complementary products. Nothing fancy or very expensive. In just one night, this miracle method allows you to have a new look, leaving lips incredibly smooth, plumped and ready to face the polar cold.
It all started in 2020, when Dr. Shereene Idriss, dermatologist, posted a video on social media where she revealed her ultimate method to combat dry mouth. “I found this technique in my bathroom during confinement, when my lips were super chapped. It really helps to revitalize them“, she begins. To carry out what she calls “lip blasting”, all you need is a liquid exfoliant and a very rich balm. After applying the first product, let the skin absorb it. Then spread a large quantity of ointment, like a mask and leave it on all night. When you wake up, your lips are soft and supple!
The professional uses glycolic acid to exfoliate the lips, but she warns: “Be careful, use a concentration of 5-10%. If you have a history of cold sores, avoid this method. If you have active irritations, I would be very vigilant.“And to add:”If your lips are simply dry, glycolic acid is a great help because it helps smooth the skin in your mouth. It helps your mucous membranes to gently peel off, rather than attacking them with a grainy scrub which ends up making them all rough.“
The other option: many brands have also released exfoliants specially formulated for this area. This is particularly the case of The Ordinary brand with its lip serum containing 5% PHA, an exfoliating active ingredient which acts on the surface of the skin, making it particularly suitable for sensitive skin.
As for balm, the Aquaphor range from Eucerin laboratories or Cicaplast from La Roche-Posay are very good choices. A stunning duo for a plumped mouth that doesn’t feel tight.
