During the summer heat, we instinctively reach for moisturizing lip balms. With the arrival of autumn, many people forget to moisturize regularly. Furthermore, the drop in temperature and drier air make the skin on our lips more susceptible to dryness and chapping. Dehydrated lips need extra support. How can you make a quick and easy homemade lip scrub? Learn natural ways to avoid dry and chapped lips in the fall.
How to take care of your lips in autumn?
1. Moisturize your lips regularly
Use a moisturizing lip balm or lipstick, especially when you feel your lips getting dry. Try to always have one with you. Choose products containing moisturizing ingredients like macadamia oil, argan oil, vitamin E, or jojoba oil. You'll find these in STAY ESSENTIAL multi-purpose oil, for example. These ingredients soothe and stimulate the regeneration of irritated, dry skin.
2. Avoid licking your lips
It's hard to resist the momentary feeling of hydration, but in the long run, licking your lips actually dries them out. Saliva accelerates moisture loss, making your lips even drier with each lick.
3. Drink plenty of water
Proper hydration is crucial for keeping the lips moisturized. Water helps maintain skin elasticity and prevents excessive dryness. How much should we consume? The simplest way to calculate this is to drink 30-50 ml of water per kilogram of body weight.
4. Exfoliate your lips
Once or twice a week, gently exfoliate your lips. Regular exfoliation helps remove dead skin cells, improve blood circulation, and keep your lips soft and smooth. Regular removal of dead skin improves the smoothness of your lips, provides moisture, and allows for a better finish and longer wear of any product you apply to your lips.
How to prepare a homemade lip scrub?
In a bowl, combine oil and sugar. You can add a little honey for additional lip nourishment. Mix thoroughly to obtain a smooth paste. Before using the scrub, thoroughly cleanse your lips. Then, apply a small amount of the paste to your lips. Gently massage your lips in circular motions with your finger for about 1-2 minutes, focusing on areas particularly prone to chapping. Rinse your lips with lukewarm water and pat dry with a soft towel. Finally, apply a moisturizing balm. You can prepare the scrub in advance and store it in an airtight container or jar.
What can you make a homemade lip scrub from?
Sugar lip scrub:
- 1 teaspoon of brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Stay Essential oil
Coconut lip scrub:
- 1 teaspoon of cane sugar
- 1 teaspoon of coconut oil
Honey lip scrub:
- 1 teaspoon of honey
- 1 teaspoon of cane sugar
- 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
Coffee lip scrub
- 1 teaspoon of ground coffee
- 1 teaspoon Stay Essential oil
If you want your lipsticks to look beautiful and last longer, don't forget to exfoliate regularly. Regular exfoliation and moisturizing will keep your lips healthy, smooth, and always ready for lipstick.
