Your lips are not in their best shape. They are a little dry and chapped. This makes you a bit irritable, knowing that your lip care is lacking. Lips may be small, but they are a powerful way to express yourself. So when they’re not okay, you often don’t feel fully okay either.
That’s why lip care for dry lips is about restoring integrity to a part of you that communicates, connects, and receives. And it’s also a deeply sensory experience, a perfect place to anchor yourself in the now, to find one of those little glimmers that remind your nervous system what safety and ease can feel like.
So if you feel like your lips can look better, you’ve come to the right place!
Why Do Lips Get Chapped?
Your lips are uniquely vulnerable to sun, wind, cold air, and even dehydration from the inside out. Here are some of the most common reasons why your lips are dry:
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Weather exposure - Cold, dry air and strong winds strip away moisture.
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Sun damage - Yes, your lips can burn. And it hurts.
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Licking your lips - Saliva dries them out even more.
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Dehydration - Your lips are cracked because you don’t drink enough water.
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Allergic reactions - Certain balms and foods can cause irritation.
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Nutrient deficiencies - Especially B vitamins.
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Stress and nervous habits – Such as picking or biting your lips.
Knowing this, it’s obvious why lip care is essential.
How To Get Rid Of Chapped Lips
Step 1: Hydrate From the Inside Out
You’ve heard this before, but let’s go deeper than drinking more water. Hydration isn’t just about how much water you drink. If your nervous system is constantly on high alert, your body will be in survival mode instead of hydrating cells. That’s why you can drink all the water in the world and still feel dry.
So here’s the invitation: drink intentionally. Pair water with minerals. Think sea salt, lemon, or electrolyte powders with clean ingredients. Sip, don’t chug. Let it be a moment of presence, not just performance. And eat water-rich foods too - cucumber, citrus, leafy greens, berries. Think of this as part of your lip care routine.
Step 2: Gently Exfoliate
Dead skin doesn’t absorb moisture. In this case, a balm will not help much. It will just sit on top. To get rid of chapped lips, you need to do a gentle exfoliation. Avoid harsh scrubs like sugar if your lips are already damaged. Instead, use a soft washcloth - gently exfoliate once or twice a week. Or make a balm-based exfoliator at home (with finely ground oats and a bit of honey).
Always follow up with a nourishing balm right after to seal in moisture.
Step 3: Choose a Balm That Actually Works (and Heals)
Not all lip balms can make a difference. Some might feel good in the moment, but actually don’t make any significant change. At Glimmers, our lip balms do more than coat your lips. They heal, protect, and restore. Here's what to look for in a truly effective lip balm:
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Beeswax – For a protective barrier.
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Shea or cocoa butter – To moisturize.
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Avocado or jojoba oil – Easily absorbed.
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Vitamin E – Less inflammation.
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Essential oils
Our balms are 100% natural, eco-friendly, and made with your nervous system in mind. They’re for the moments when you want to feel present again.
Step 4: Apply Consistently but Mindfully
Instead of mindlessly swiping on balm 30 times a day, build a ritual around it. Apply before going outside to protect against wind and sun, after brushing your teeth (some toothpastes dry out lips), and at night before bed (this is when healing chapped lips is most effective). Most importantly, apply when you feel disconnected or ungrounded, as a tactile reminder to return to yourself.
Lip balm can be a nervous system tool, not just a skincare product. That’s the soul of the our mission. These micro-moments of care have the power to shift something deeper.
Step 5: Protect and Nourish Daily
Healing chapped lips is one thing. Keeping them soft and resilient is another. Here’s what daily prevention looks like:
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Use SPF - Your lips are susceptible to sun damage. Look for a natural balm if you’ll be outdoors.
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Cover your mouth in cold weather - Scarves are your friend.
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Breathe through your nose - Mouth breathing dries out your lips.
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Address habits like biting or picking - These are often signs of stress. Be kind with yourself. Notice when it happens and offer an alternative (like applying balm or placing a hand on your heart).
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Watch for food triggers - Spicy foods, citrus, or salty snacks can irritate cracked lips. Notice if certain foods make your lips flare up and adjust accordingly.
Step 6: Go Beyond the Lips
This might sound unrelated, but the more regulated your nervous system is, the better your body can heal. If your lips are chronically cracked and you’re doing all the right things, consider the bigger picture.
How’s your sleep? Are you eating enough? Are you breathing deeply? Is your body constantly in fight-or-flight mode? That’s where the idea of Glimmers comes in. The tiny moments that help your system remember safety. Applying a natural lip balm that smells like calm or comfort can be a glimmer. So can stepping outside for one breath of fresh air. Or noticing how soft your scarf feels against your skin. Or remembering to close your eyes between meetings.
These aren’t throwaway acts. They matter. They build resilience. They help your lips (and your whole self) feel more whole again.
Dry lips are one of the ways our bodies ask for help. And help doesn’t have to be dramatic. Sometimes it looks like a quiet balm with clean ingredients. A deep drink of water. A soft pause in your day. At Glimmers, lip care is one of the simplest but most powerful ways to reconnect with your body, nature, and the small joys that ground you.
So yes, this is about kissing chapped lips goodbye. But it’s also about saying hello again - to yourself.
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