Have you noticed your lips feeling dry and irritated as the cold air sets in? 

Chapped, dry lips are a harsh reality of fall and winter weather, but never fear! Keeping your pout silky smooth, hydrated, and comfortable is as easy as 1-2-3 with these Monarch esthetician-approved lip care tips. Get ready to kiss flakes and redness goodbye!

1. Exfoliate 

A good scrub can help your lip care routine just as much as it can the rest of your face and body, especially when our lips can be so prone to peeling. When you’re feeling chapped, gently buff away dead skin with a lip scrub or even a soft toothbrush to reveal a softer, smoother canvas. Pro tip: look for a lip scrub that has hydrating ingredients to make sure you’re still conditioning the skin while you exfoliate!

2. Hydrate

Hydration is the name of the game when it comes to lip care. Slather on a nourishing lip balm throughout the day – especially after exfoliating! You’ll want to look for these ingredients:

Shea Butter: Known for its ultra-hydrating properties, shea butter nourishes and moisturizes dry lips, leaving them soft and supple. 

Beeswax: All-natural beeswax is a hero when it comes to locking in moisture and protecting that delicate skin from environmental irritants.

Hyaluronic Acid: This superstar ingredient attracts moisture like a magnet, helping to plump up your lips and smooth out fine lines. Lip balms with hyaluronic acid provide intense hydration and a fuller appearance, perfect for achieving that irresistible pout.

Vitamin E: As an antioxidant, vitamin E protects your lips from free radicals and environmental damage while deeply moisturizing. It helps to heal chapped lips and keep them smooth and healthy. Look for lip balms enriched with vitamin E to maintain your lips' natural beauty.

3. Protect from the Sun

Sun protection isn't just for your body—it's for your lip care routine too! Swipe on a lip balm with SPF to shield your pout from those harmful UV rays, which can cause scaly skin, discoloration, and even conditions like precancerous solar cheilitis.

Of course, don’t forget to keep up the SPF regimen in the winter. Looking sun-kissed? Yes. Sun-damaged? Never! 

4. Embrace Lip Masks

Now is the perfect time to level up your lip care game with a luxurious lip mask. These little wonders are packed with hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and peptides to plump and rejuvenate your lips overnight. There’s no better way to prepare that pout for a perfect day!

There you have it! With these tips, your lips will be the talk of the town. Whether you're rocking a bold red lip or keeping it au naturel, remember to love your lips—and they'll love you right back!